Srilanka Tour – 7 Days 6 Nights

ITINERARY

Day 01 : AIRPORT – KANDY (Meals: X/L/D)

Arrive in Sri Lanka. Meet and assist on arrival at Airport by SSTA Travels Representative Special Welcome at the Airport
• Flower Garlands on Arrival
• Porters upon request (Payments Direct)
Transfer to Kandy Lunch at a Restaurant
Visit a *Spice Garden in Mawanella to see the different spices, which Sri Lanka is famous for. You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed.
Visit *Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic – ever since 4th Century A.D, when the Buddha’s Tooth was brought to Sri Lanka hidden from sacrilegious hands in an Orissan princess’ hair, the Relic has grown in repute and holiness in Sri Lanka and throughout the Buddhist world. It is considered Sri Lanka’s most prized possession.
Transfer to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight Stay: Oak Ray Regency Hotel or Similar.

DAY 2 : Kandy (Meals: B/L/D)

Breakfast at Hotel Lunch at a Restaurant
Sightseeing in *Kandy, including Upper Lake Drive, Market Crafts Centre, Gem Museum. Kandy the hill capital, venue of the annual Perahera The last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings was finally ceded to the British in 1815.
By the night experience a colourful show where you will be taken to mind blowing Sri Lankan culture extravaganza… Get ready for Heavy drumbeat and acrobatic act.
Transfer to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight Stay: Oak Ray Regency Hotel or Similar

Day 3 : Kandy-Nuwara Eliya (B/L/D)

Breakfast at Hotel
Proceed to Nuwara Eliya, visit *Sri Baktha Hanuman temple at Ramboda. On these hills of Ramboda where Hanuman was searching for Sitadevi, Chinmaya mission of Sri Lanka built a temple with Hanuman as the presiding deity. On every full moon day special pooja’s are conducted and witnessed by thousands of devotees. This temple is called Sri Baktha Hanuman temple. The image of Lord Hanuman here is 16 feet.
Visit *Seetha Amman temple The stream that runs from the hill, catered to the needs of Sitadevi during her stay at Ashok Vatika. She is said to have bathed in this stream. About a century ago of three idols was discovered in the stream, one of which was that of Sita. It is believed that the idols have been worshipped at this spot for centuries. Now there is temple for Lord Rama, Sitadevi, Luxshmana, and Hanuman by the side of this stream. It is interesting to note that foot prints akin to Lord Hanuman’s are found by this river and some are of small size and some are of large size, which tells us of the immense powers of hanuman transforming himself into any size.
Lunch at a Restaurant
Stop at a *Tea experience, which involves a visit a plantation to observe firsthand the process, starting from the plucking field where it all begins with the picking of “two leaves and a bud” to the factory where the processing begins. Originally introduced to the island around 1850 by the British, Ceylon Tea is world famous for its high quality and has remained a major contributor to the island’s economy for generations. Currently, Sri Lanka is one of largest exporter of tea worldwide.
Sightseeing in *Nuwara Eliya The ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls and Tea Plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coolest places in the Island, but it is really just like an English spring day, although the temperature does drop at night. All around Nuwara Eliya you will see evidence of the British influence, houses like country cottages or Queen Ann style mansions. The Victoria Park, in the middle of the town, is a lovely place for a stroll or a picnic and is also good for Birding as you get some rare birds in this Park. Visit *Lake Gregory is one of the significant tourist attractions in Nuwara Eliya. With recent up liftmen in Nuwara Eliya area many recreation facilities introduced around the Gregory lake area. You can buy a ticket and visit the Lake Park and enjoy your evening by the lake. Need a boat ride…. They are there for you to offer a ride to get an unforgettable experience. Swan Boats are there to hire if you need a ride on your own.
Transfer to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight Stay at Lourdes Hotel by Jetwing or Similar.

Day 4 : Nuwara Eliya - Kataragama (B/L/D)

Breakfast at Hotel Lunch at a Restaurant
Visit *Kataragama a popular pilgrimage destination frequented by adherents of all religions in Sri Lanka. The main shrine devoted to Skanda popularly described in eulogies as God having six faces and twelve arms whose assistance is sought for worldly gain. The history of the shrine dates back to 2 century BC. The annual procession held in July or August is the main event of the shrine with fire walkers and Kawadi dancers. Offering to the got are made at 4.30am 10.30am and 6.30pm daily.
Transfer to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight Stay : Oakray Wild (Standard Rooms) or similar.

Day 5 : Kataragama - Galle/Down South (B/L/D)

Breakfast at Hotel
Proceed to Galle, Lunch at a Restaurant
Visit *Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, originally built by the Portuguese and then further developed by the Dutch and the British, covers nearly four sq kms, and is protected by 12 bastions and connecting ramparts. During the early 18th century the Old Dutch Gate was the entrance point to the Fort. Subsequently the British built the Main Gate which is still used today. Buildings of interest include the Dutch Reformed Church, All Saints Church, Amangalla Hotel (formerly the New Oriental Hotel), and the lighthouse and bell tower. The Dutch also developed what was then an innovative tide-based sewage-system within the Fort. A maze of narrow roads lined with small houses and shops with Dutch names still remain.
Transfer to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight Stay at The Palms Hotel, Bentota (4*) or similar.

Day 6 : Galle/DownSouth -Colombo (B/L/D)

Breakfast at Hotel
Visit to Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple in Dehiwala the only Temple in the world to have a chariot for Anjaneyar. Hanuman’s mother is Anjan. Hanuman is known as Anjan + Aiyar = Anjaneyar in South India (Hanuman in North India).
Lunch at a Restaurant
Continue to Colombo, city tour of *Colombo a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens, Visit Fort, the former British administrative centre and military garrison, Sea Street – the Goldsmiths quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings, and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha & the Independence Square. *Shopping in Colombo, Visit ODEL, House of Fashion, Arcade Independence square, Race Course, and Beverly Street, visit bargain market in Colombo Pettah.
Transfer to Hotel
Dinner at Restaurant
Overnight Stay at Me Colombo Hotel, Colombo (4*)

Day 7 : Colombo - Airport (B)

Breakfast at Hotel
Later transfer to the Airport for the departure flight back

✓ 2-way air ticket kuala lumpur to Colombo.
✓ 06 Nights’ accommodation in specified hotels or similar
✓ Breakfast in hotel
✓ Meals on Full Board basis. (Starting with Lunch on Day 01 and Ending with Breakfast on Day 07)
✓ All the entrance fees.
✓ Surface transport by a/c tourist coach
✓ Professional English-speaking speaking guide
✓ Personal assistance.
✓ All applicable taxes.

COMPLEMENTS FROM SSTA TRAVEL & TOURS:

• 02 Mineral water bottles per person, per day
• Discounted Shopping Vouchers
• Departure gift.
• Free head and Shoulder Massage at the Spice Gardens.
• Free WIFI in Coach.

✓ Personal expenses
✓ Guide Tips & Porter age
✓ Visa Charges
✓ Early check in or late checkout
✓ Tipping for the Pax.

Regular terms provided by SSTA Travel. 

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RM3,990.00

Tour Date
Feb 14
FREE VISA

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