14N Explore Diverse Lanka Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Sri Lanka - Habarana

  Upon arrival at the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be warmly received by a representative from Experior Travels. Your journey of exploration has just begun. You will be escorted to your vehicle and transferred to Habarana, the starting point of a memorable vacation.
  
  Habarana, located in Sri Lanka’s famous cultural triangle, offers plenty to fire both mind and body over the next four days. Explore some of Sri Lanka’s fascinating UNESCO protected World Heritage Sites – the lion rock of Sigiriya – a royal capital city built in 477 AD; the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa, which was Sri Lanka’s royal medieval capital between the late 11th – 13th centuries. You might also consider a safari at Minneriya National Park when you visit Polonnaruwa or an adventurous elephant safari at Habarana.
  
  Things to do
  
  Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  Explore the ruins of Polonnaruwa
  Take an exciting elephant back ride
  Go on a hike through the villages
  Safari at Minneriya National Park
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Habarana
• Day 2 : Arrival in Sri Lanka - Habarana

  Upon arrival at the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be warmly received by a representative from Experior Travels. Your journey of exploration has just begun. You will be escorted to your vehicle and transferred to Habarana, the starting point of a memorable vacation.
  
  Habarana, located in Sri Lanka’s famous cultural triangle, offers plenty to fire both mind and body over the next four days. Explore some of Sri Lanka’s fascinating UNESCO protected World Heritage Sites – the lion rock of Sigiriya – a royal capital city built in 477 AD; the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa, which was Sri Lanka’s royal medieval capital between the late 11th – 13th centuries. You might also consider a safari at Minneriya National Park when you visit Polonnaruwa or an adventurous elephant safari at Habarana.
  
  Things to do
  
  Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  Explore the ruins of Polonnaruwa
  Take an exciting elephant back ride
  Go on a hike through the villages
  Safari at Minneriya National Park
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Habarana
• Day 3 : Arrival in Sri Lanka - Habarana

  Upon arrival at the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be warmly received by a representative from Experior Travels. Your journey of exploration has just begun. You will be escorted to your vehicle and transferred to Habarana, the starting point of a memorable vacation.
  
  Habarana, located in Sri Lanka’s famous cultural triangle, offers plenty to fire both mind and body over the next four days. Explore some of Sri Lanka’s fascinating UNESCO protected World Heritage Sites – the lion rock of Sigiriya – a royal capital city built in 477 AD; the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa, which was Sri Lanka’s royal medieval capital between the late 11th – 13th centuries. You might also consider a safari at Minneriya National Park when you visit Polonnaruwa or an adventurous elephant safari at Habarana.
  
  Things to do
  
  Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  Explore the ruins of Polonnaruwa
  Take an exciting elephant back ride
  Go on a hike through the villages
  Safari at Minneriya National Park
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Habarana
• Day 4 : Habarana – Anuradhapura

  Today you will travel to Anuradhapura – an ancient capital of Sri Lanka. Ancient writings record that it has been the official capital from the 4thcentury BC till 11th century AD. However archaeological data shows the city existed from way back as 10th century BC. Today Anuradhapura with its oldest ruins and monuments has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and draws visitors from all over the globe.
  
  Things to do
  
  Listed below are the main attractions of Anuradhapura.
  Sri Maha Bodiya – a sacred Fig Tree planted in 288 BC
  Ruwanwelisaya – built by King Dutugemunu in 140 BC
  Thuparamaya – the 1st stupa built in Sri Lanka by King Devanampiya Tissa
  Lovamahapaaya or The Brazen Palace which stood up on 1000 pillars
  Abhayagiri Dhagaba, Jetawanarama, Mirissaveitya and Lankarama – ancient places of worship
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Anuradhapura
• Day 5 : Anuradhapura – Jaffna

  Today you will travel to Jaffna, a city which was a favourite of the Dutch and Portuguese in the colonial period. Jaffna is enriched with a unique culture with even the Tamil dialect being unique to the peninsular. Jaffna has suffered the ravages of war and is today mostly visited, particularly by locals, to review war ruins, to reflect and re-unite with the people of Jaffna. What would tempt a traveller most, apart from the stunning terrain, splendid scenery and cultural heritage is the exotic indigenous cuisine which is unique to Jaffna.
  
  Things to do
  
  Visit the Jaffna fort built by the Portuguese to protect Jaffna from sea invasions
  Join devotees at Nallur Kovil , Naga Pooshani Ambal Kovil , Naguleswaram Temple Naga and Deepa Purana Vihara
  Reflect on the war ruins
  Visit the Jaffna market
  Savour the unique cuisine
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Jaffna
• Day 6 : Anuradhapura – Jaffna

  Today you will travel to Jaffna, a city which was a favourite of the Dutch and Portuguese in the colonial period. Jaffna is enriched with a unique culture with even the Tamil dialect being unique to the peninsular. Jaffna has suffered the ravages of war and is today mostly visited, particularly by locals, to review war ruins, to reflect and re-unite with the people of Jaffna. What would tempt a traveller most, apart from the stunning terrain, splendid scenery and cultural heritage is the exotic indigenous cuisine which is unique to Jaffna.
  
  Things to do
  
  Visit the Jaffna fort built by the Portuguese to protect Jaffna from sea invasions
  Join devotees at Nallur Kovil , Naga Pooshani Ambal Kovil , Naguleswaram Temple Naga and Deepa Purana Vihara
  Reflect on the war ruins
  Visit the Jaffna market
  Savour the unique cuisine
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Jaffna
• Day 7 : Jaffna – Trincomalee

  Today you will travel to Trincomalee –which ranks as the finest natural harbour in the world. Trincomalee is quite literally in a world of its own – a grand city enriched with history, culture and untamed beauty. It myriad coves and bays offers an ideal location for scuba diving, bird watching and swimming whilst its stretch of wide, white sandy beaches invites you to a game on the sands or a snooze under the umbrella of the palm leaves. Trincomalee is a proud city with its legendary Koneshwaram temple and the legacy of colonialism and their forts still displaying its grandeur.
  
  Beyond all this, the waters of fTrincomalee has been designated as the hot spot for whales. Famed cetalogist Roger Payne said that you have to go to Sri Lanka if you want to see the whale! The film “Whales Weep Not” filmed in the waters of Trincomalee inspires conservation and sustainable tourism of these amazing cetaceans.
  
  Things to do
  
  Visit the Koneshwaram Temple
  Imbibe the stupendous beauty of Trincomalee harbour, once a part of the Silk route and the scene of numerous battles due to its strategic location.
  Take a boat ride to Pigeon Island for an ideal escape
  Tour the architectural heritage of colonial times
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Trincomalee
• Day 8 : Jaffna – Trincomalee

  Today you will travel to Trincomalee –which ranks as the finest natural harbour in the world. Trincomalee is quite literally in a world of its own – a grand city enriched with history, culture and untamed beauty. It myriad coves and bays offers an ideal location for scuba diving, bird watching and swimming whilst its stretch of wide, white sandy beaches invites you to a game on the sands or a snooze under the umbrella of the palm leaves. Trincomalee is a proud city with its legendary Koneshwaram temple and the legacy of colonialism and their forts still displaying its grandeur.
  
  Beyond all this, the waters of fTrincomalee has been designated as the hot spot for whales. Famed cetalogist Roger Payne said that you have to go to Sri Lanka if you want to see the whale! The film “Whales Weep Not” filmed in the waters of Trincomalee inspires conservation and sustainable tourism of these amazing cetaceans.
  
  Things to do
  
  Visit the Koneshwaram Temple
  Imbibe the stupendous beauty of Trincomalee harbour, once a part of the Silk route and the scene of numerous battles due to its strategic location.
  Take a boat ride to Pigeon Island for an ideal escape
  Tour the architectural heritage of colonial times
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Trincomalee
• Day 9 : Trincomalee – Kandy

  Travel to Kandy – a World Heritage city. Traditions and culture remain undisturbed by European influence in the colonial era. The Royal Palace, now known as the “The Temple of the Tooth Relic” (of Lord Buddha), situated right beside the Kandy lake gives a magical beauty to the city. Kandy is also home to one of the largest botanical gardens in South East Asia. The Gardens dates back to the 14th century and boasts over 4000 species of plants and many trees with significant histories. Visitors from the UK will be particularly interested in the Cannonball Tree planted by King George V. The tree is bent with its fruits, which resemble cannonballs hence the name.
  
  Things to do
  
  Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic
  Witness a cultural show after the visit to the Temple
  Stroll through the botanical gardens
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Kandy
• Day 10 : Trincomalee – Kandy

  Travel to Kandy – a World Heritage city. Traditions and culture remain undisturbed by European influence in the colonial era. The Royal Palace, now known as the “The Temple of the Tooth Relic” (of Lord Buddha), situated right beside the Kandy lake gives a magical beauty to the city. Kandy is also home to one of the largest botanical gardens in South East Asia. The Gardens dates back to the 14th century and boasts over 4000 species of plants and many trees with significant histories. Visitors from the UK will be particularly interested in the Cannonball Tree planted by King George V. The tree is bent with its fruits, which resemble cannonballs hence the name.
  
  Things to do
  
  Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic
  Witness a cultural show after the visit to the Temple
  Stroll through the botanical gardens
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Kandy
• Day 11 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

  Travel to Nuwara Eliya, the emerald city of Sri Lanka, also known as ”little England” for its cool climate and colonial style architecture. It is located at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) above sea level which enables the plantations to produce the finest tea in the world.
  
  Things to do
  
  Visit a Tea Plantation – and be amazed at how the mountains have been tamed into carpets of tea
  Enjoy a scenic city tour of Nuwara Eliya
  Visit Horton Plains with its panoramic ‘World’s End’ and famed Baker’s Falls
  
  overnight stay at a Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
• Day 12 : Nuwara Eliya – Yala

  Travel to the Yala National Park, the second largest and most visited National Park, rich in wild life and famous for having the highest concentration of leopards in the world.
  
  Things to do
  
  An unforgettable Jeep Safari in the Yala National Park. See wild life in their natural habitat
  
  Overnight stay at a Hotel in Yala
• Day 13 : Yala – Bentota

  Today you will travel to Bentota, a popular stretch of beach resorts offering excellent sun sea and sand to wind down your dream vacation. Bentota has plenty to offer apart from pure leisure. It is a recognized area for scuba divining, snorkelling and many water-based sports.
  
  Things to do
  
  Enjoy some water sports
  Visit the Turtle Farm
  Boat ride at the Madhu Ganga
  Visit nearby cities and the historic Galle Fort
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Bentota
• Day 14 : Yala – Bentota

  Today you will travel to Bentota, a popular stretch of beach resorts offering excellent sun sea and sand to wind down your dream vacation. Bentota has plenty to offer apart from pure leisure. It is a recognized area for scuba divining, snorkelling and many water-based sports.
  
  Things to do
  
  Enjoy some water sports
  Visit the Turtle Farm
  Boat ride at the Madhu Ganga
  Visit nearby cities and the historic Galle Fort
  
  Overnight stay at a hotel in Bentota
• Day 15 : Bentota – Colombo - Departure

  Today you will be transferred to Colombo – the official political and trade capital of Sri Lanka. All the famous shopping arcades are in and around the city, which allows one to have a tantalizing experience in Colombo as it has something to offer every visitor. As a hub of many ethnicities with people from all creeds working together, Colombo is indeed cosmopolitan.
  
  Things to do
  
  City tour of Colombo
  Shopping for branded and local goods
  Savour the international cuisine
  
  After all activities, drive to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure

Inclusions

• Hotel

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• Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, Asia

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