Tour around the wonderful island within 14 days and witness the nature, culture and heritage of Sri Lanka. Starting from the Commercial Capital of the country, proceed to the ancient royal cities with immense religious and historical value and move to the central hills for breathtaking and relaxing views. Explore the wild life of Sri Lanka and finally visit the Galle fort as a wonderful historical jewel revealing the influence of Portuguese and Dutch during the 17th century in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is an island in the Indian Ocean that is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in World. SUNGATE LANKA TOURS is a top rated tour partner in Sri Lanka who will make your holiday unforgettable and feel like a home away from home. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service and strive to build lasting relationships with our customers. More of all the world class hospitality, amiable climate, mouthwatering cuisines and easy accessibility have truly made Sri Lanka a great tourists destination and tourist’s paradise.
Day 1 Colombo
Upon arrival, our representative will pick you up from the Bandaranaike International airport and transfer you to the commercial capital of Colombo where you will spend your first knight at the Galle Face Hotel.
Day 2 & 3 Anuradhapura
After breakfast you will leave for Anuradhapura, the first capital of Sri Lanka. Here you will see the remains of the Brazen Palace (which was once nine stories’ high) and the Sri Maha Bodhi – a Bo Tree over 2,000 years old, grown from the branch of the very tree beneath which the Buddha attained enlightenment. You will also visit the ruins of the Ruwanweliseya Dagaba, see the 2nd Century BC shrine containing the Buddha’s collarbone relic, the Abhayagiriya Temple and the Jetawanaramaya Dagobas. Afterward, you will view the Kuttam Pokuna or twin ponds and the Samadhi Buddha – statue of the Buddha in a meditative pose, which is being acknowledged worldwide as a masterpiece. Overnight stat at Anuradapura.
Day 4 Sigiriya
On day 4 after breakfast at a hotel, you will climb up the Sigiriya Rock Fortress where you will find the remains of the Palace and its environs. Thereafter visit the Rock Cave Temple at Dambulla.
After this adventurous activity, you will be driven to Heritance Kandalama for a relaxing night stay in a luxurious atmosphere.
Overnight stay at Kandalama hotel
Day 4 Nuwara Eliya
Have an early breakfast on day 4 visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Kandy to discover a wide range of fauna including some beautiful orchids. Next drive to Nuwara Eliya. On the way, you will visit the gorgeous Ramboda waterfalls, a picturesque tea plantation and also a tour of a tea factory. In Nuwara Eliya, you will check in to the Grand Hotel for a night, inclusive of breakfast the next morning.
Overnight stay at Grand hotel Nuwara Eliya.
Day 5 & 6 Kandy
On day 5 you will head towards the hill capital of the Island – Kandy. On the way you will visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage where you can mingle with the elephants and watch them bath at the nearby river. Later in the day you can visit the beautiful Botanical Gardens in Kandy to see some of the most exquisite flora that Sri Lanka boasts of.
Overnight stay at The Golden Crown Hotel Kandy.
On day 6 you will be taken to visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Also known as Sri Dalada Maligawa, this golden roofed Temple houses the relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth. Afterwards, a tour of the city of Kandy for an amazing sightseeing experience. Towards the evening you can enjoy an entertaining Kandyan Cultural Dance Show.
Overnight stay at The Golden Crown Hotel Kandy
Day 7 Nuwara Eliya
On day 7, you will proceed to Nuwara Eliya and explore the panoramic beauty of the beautiful town of Nuwara Eliya, also known as “Little England. En route you will visit a tea factory to see for yourself the processing of world renowned Sri Lanka teas. You will check in to the Heritance Tea Factory Hotel.
Overnight stay at Heritance Tea Factory Hotel
Day 8 & 9 Ella
On day 8 after breakfast you will head to the Nanu Oya railway station to board a train to Ella which is a fascinating ride by train through thick green tea plantations and some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world which Sri Lanka proudly owns. Upon reaching Ella in the evening, you will check in to 98 Acres Resort & Spa for the next two nights.
Overnight stay at 98 Acres Resort & Spa Ella
Day 9 is a day for and the best way to do so is to explore the breathtaking view of sunrise from the “Ella Gap”. This is the astonishing view in between two cliffs that creeps up with the sunrise every morning.
Day 10 Yala
On day 10 of your Sri Lankan Round Tour, you will depart from the city of Ella. After checking in to Cinnamon Wild Yala, .
Overnight stay at Cinnamon Wild Yala
Day 11 & 12 Galle
On day 11 you will engage in a wild life safari to the Yala National Park. Thereafter you would proceed to the South of Sri Lanka and spend time on the beautiful beaches of Sri Lanka situated in the South
During your two days stay at the luxurious Fortress Resort in Galle, you will be taken to visit the Galle Dutch Fort, You can also visit the turtle hatchery in Kosgoda, coral reefs in Hikkaduwa and also indulge in some exciting water sports along the Southern Coastline if you so desire.
Days 11 and 12 at the Luxurious Fortress Hotel
Day 13 Colombo
On day 13 you will depart to the city of Colombo. Upon reaching Colombo, Galle Face Hotel is where you will sleep over for the night.
Overnight stay at Galle Faced Hotel Colombo
Day 14
On day 14, depending on the time of your flight back home you could go on a city tour of Colombo and thereafter be transferred to the Airport.
