Extended Tours | 03 Nights & 04 Days
Culture & Beach
Dambulla, Kandy & Nuwara Eliya
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Culture & Beach
Dambulla, Kandy & Nuwara Eliya
Tour Details
Day 01
Arrival Transfer / Dambulla
Arrival at the Bandaranayke International airport, Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean, will be met and garland by representative of Classic Lanka Travels and you will be driven to Dambulla.
Next visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
Dambulla cave temple is another UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka.
Five separate caves contain about 150 absolutely stunning Buddha statues and paintings, some of Sri Lanka’s most important and evocative religious art. Sri Lanka has a long history of the presence and practice of Buddhism. The Dambulla cave temple represents one of the oldest sites for Buddhist monasticism, with a history as a pilgrimage site for twenty-two centuries. The massive cave temple complex is unique in Southeast Asia because monks carved the caves out from rock.
Overnight stay at Dambulla.
Day 02
Dambulla / Kandy
After breakfast climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress, built by the young King Kasyapa in 5th century. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colorful frescoes. Combining baffling architectural features and sensual artistic values, the Lion Rock is a UNESCO World Heritage Site .as well as nominated to be the eighth wonder of the world- along with the Grand Canyon and Ancient Pyramids.
The king’s fortress complex was build on the flat top of the rock formation, extending to almost an acre, and the extensive ruins are still visible. The central fortress takes the form of a lion figure with gigantic paws. In English, it translates to ‘Lion Rock’, alluding to the time when travelers could climb through the open throat, “giriya”, of a lion, “sinha”. Today, the only remains are the lion’s gigantic paws, sculpted into the side of a 600-foot-tall rock rising above lush, green jungle.
Next proceed to Kandy.
Enroute visit Spice Garden.
You will get knowledge about various plants and spices native to Sri Lanka.
After Visit Kandy Lake and Gem Museum,
The museum exhibits rare minerals in the world which are found in Sri Lanka. The museum also gives its visitors detailed knowledge in how Sri Lankan minerals and gems outshine the ones found around the world.
Later in the evening watch cultural show with traditional Fireworks.
Overnight stay at Kandy.
Day 03
Kandy / Nuwara Eliya
After Breakfast visit the Sacred Temple of Tooth Relic in Kandy, and the museum at the temple.
The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple.”
Next you will drive towards Nuwara Eliya with a stop to visit Kandy view point.
Nuwara Eliya is a city in the tea country hills of central Sri Lanka. The city is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. It is at an altitude of 1,868 m (6,128 ft) and is considered to be the most important location for tea production in Sri Lanka.
En route visit the ancient Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple, situated on the hills of Ramboda.
Next, you will reach the Gayathri Pedam, and then the Seetha Amman Temple, which is known as Ashoka Vatika — where Goddess Sita was believed to be kept.
Next visit tea plantations, a tea factory & water fall.
At the tea plantations & a tea factory you will get an opportunity to learn more about Ceylon Tea & see tea manufacturing process.
While in your city tour at Nuwara Eliya you’ll visit Victoria Park. Victoria Park is a place to relax and enjoy the natural sights and clean mountain air. In the evening leisure at Gregory Lake.
Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya.
Day 04
Nuwara Eliya / Departure Transfers
Breakfast at the hotel.
Leisure till check-out time.
On the last day of the tour, you will be transported to the airport in time to catch your flight back home.
Take home with you an inspiring experience unlike any other, which will strengthen your bond and provide you with memories for life.
Hotels Offered
If in case if the said hotels are fully booked due to any reason, similar hotels will be provided in the same vicinity or nearest location.
| City | Hotel Option 01 | Hotel Option 02 | No of Nights |
|---|---|---|---|
Dambulla |
01 | ||
Kandy |
01 | ||
Nuwara Eliya |
01 |
Rates
Based on 2 Adults | Room Type: 1 Double Room
| Room Category | Option 01 | Option 02 |
|---|---|---|
Per person cost Sharing a Double Room on BB (Bed & Breakfast) Basis |
435 USD |
465 USD |
Per person cost Sharing a Double Room on HB (Breakfast and Dinner) Basis |
460 USD |
490 USD |
Entrance Fees
Per Person Rate
| Location | Amount in LKR |
|---|---|
Dambulla Cave Temple |
10 USD |
Sigiriya Rock Fortress |
35 USD |
Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic |
9 USD |
Gregory Lake |
3 USD |
Victoria Park |
4 USD |
Ramayana Temples |
5 USD |
Special Notes
Above rates includes:
Accommodation at the above mentioned hotels or similar on FB Basis.
Transportation by an air-conditioned car/micro/mini coach.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffer guide.
- Mineral water bottle (500ml) per person.
- Government taxes.
Above rates excludes:
- Cost of snacks and beverages.
- Lunch.
- Video and camera permits.
- Entrance fees to sites.
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Gratuities & Tips.
- Any other services not specified above.
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