Feel the cool in Hill capital Kandy and Experience the urban life Colombo

Itinerary

Day 1: To the cool hill capital, Kandy, Sri Lanka

Stop At: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, B199, Pinnawala 71100 Sri Lanka
The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is situated northwest of the town of Kegalle, halfway between the present capital Colombo and the ancient royal residence Kandy. It was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Wildlife Department in a 25-acre coconut property adjoining the Maha Oya River. The orphanage was originally founded in order to afford care and protection to the many orphaned Elephants found in the jungles of Sri Lanka.


Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya Road, Peradeniya 20400 Sri Lanka
147 acres in extent; Started in 1374 as a pleasure garden of the King of Gampola and Kandy. There are more than 5,000 species of trees, plants and creepers. Some rare and endemic as well as flora from the tropical world are found in the gardens. Spice Garden and Orchid House are popular with tourists.
There are 5 Palm avenues beautifying the gardens, the earliest and tallest Palm Avenue (Royal Palm Avenue) was planted in 1905 and the Double Coconuts from the Seashells Island, with the largest seed of all plants in the world is one such avenue.
but here you can read them by the flowers, which bloom in the spring (March to May) and fall (August and September). These are the “seasons” when low-country folk flock to Nuwara Eliya to escape the sea level heat and humidity.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
The hill capital is another “World Heritage Site”. It was the last stronghold of the Sinhalese Kings during the Portuguese, Dutch and British rule and finally ceded to the British in 1815 after an agreement. To the Buddhists of Sri Lanka and the World, Kandy is one of the most sacred sites as it is the home of the “Dalada Maligawa” – Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. Close by are the remains of the Royal Palace (“Maha Wasala”), “Palle Wasala” – where the Queens stayed-now used for the National Museum, “Meda Wasala” where other close relatives lived, Audience Hall, Natha Devala and Vishnu Devala are situated close by. The Bathing Pavilion (“Ulpenge”) is by the Lake and in the Center of the lake is the Island called “Kiri Samudraya” ( Milk white ocean ) used by the kings as the summerhouse.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Dinner: Dinner will be given by the hotel providing the accommodation.
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay at Amaya Hills, Kandy

Day 2: Immerse in the misty hills, Nuwara Eliya

Stop At: Victoria Park of Nuwara Eliya, A5, Nuwara Eliya 22200 Sri Lanka
Victoria Park is a public park located in Nuwara Eliya, next to the Nuwara Eliya Post Office in Sri Lanka. Originally the park was the research field of Hakgala Botanical Garden. The park was formally named in 1897 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.


Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gregory Lake, Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka
Named after Sir William Gregory in 1873, this is a prominent attraction used for water sports and recreational activities. Lake Park, Boat Rides are available. Can be reached by sea plane which takes only 30 minutes from Colombo. At the southern end of the town is Gregory Lake where the holiday makers can enjoy a leisurely walk on the paved walk ways, with swan shaped paddle boats for the more adventurous. There are pony rides round the lake for the kids and even adults, with plenty of fast food stalls located in a separate area where one can enjoy a meal or a snack.


Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Horton Plains National Park, Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka
Horton Plains National Park is a protected area in the central highlands of Sri Lanka and is covered by montane grassland and cloud forest. This plateau at an altitude of 2,100–2,300 metres is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is scheduled to be taken at Amaya Hills, Kandy
• Dinner: Dinner is scheduled to be taken at Amaya Hills Hotel.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Amaya Hills, Kandy

Day 3: Experience the adventure at Kithulgala

Stop At: Kithulgala, Kelani River, Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
Experience White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. This activity is for anyone above the age of 10 years with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing will be given by our white-water rafting instructors beforehand. The distance covered is around 5 KMs. The river and its surrounding will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable Experience during your White-Water Rafting Tour in Kitulagala.


Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is scheduled to be taken at Amaya Hills, Kandy
• Dinner: Dinner is scheduled to be taken at The Kingsbury, Colombo
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at The Kingsbury, Colombo

Day 4: Experience urban life, Colombo

Stop At: Gangaramaya Temple, 61 Sri Jinarathana Rd, Colombo 00200, Sri Lanka
Run by one of Sri Lanka’s more politically adept monks, Galboda Gnanissara Thera, this bustling temple complex has a library, a museum and an extraordinarily eclectic array of bejewelled and gilded gifts presented by devotees and well-wishers over the years (plus one lonely and chained temple elephant named Ganga). Gangaramaya is the focus of the Navam Perahera on the February poya (full moon) day each year. This is the centre for the most extravagant Vesak celebrations in Colombo.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Colombo National Museum, Albert Crescent, Colombo Sri Lanka
A large 9th-century stone Buddha greets you with an enigmatic smile as you enter Sri Lanka’s premier cultural institution, which gets better (in small increments) each year. In galleries dating back as far as 1877, you’ll encounter all manner of art, carvings and statuary from Sri Lanka’s ancient past, as well as swords, guns and other paraphernalia from the colonial period. There are 19th-century reproductions of English paintings of Sri Lanka and a collection of antique demon masks.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Diyatha Uyana, B240, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
On the relatively clean waters of Lake Battaramulla, this modern park has a children's play area as well as food vendors. It's a relaxing place to spend an evening strolling with families away from Colombo's urban jungle. Recently artists have been adding some mind-blowing 3D artworks that both delight and confound.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pettah Floating Market, Bastian Mawatha, Colombo Sri Lanka
A perfect example of how quickly Colombo is changing: what was an industrial canal has been reborn as a waterfront district with simple cafes, food vendors, shops, and chairs under umbrellas for relaxing. Local couples stroll the wooden boardwalks, holding hands and pausing for simple pleasures.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Rhythm and Blues (R&B), 19/1 Daisy Villa Avenue, Duplication Road, Colombo Sri Lanka
One of the most popular night clubs in Colombo, Sri Lanka Rhythm and Blues is a pretty welcoming party place. The interiors are done invitingly and menu offers the best of drinks and finger foods. If you are with friends, this is a good pick for partying in Colombo. Don’t forget to aadd this one to your list of night clubs in Colombo.


Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is scheduled to be taken at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo
• Dinner: Dinner is scheduled to be taken at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo

Day 5: Departure

Stop At: Colombo Fort, Galle Buck, Colombo Sri Lanka
Today you will be accompanied to the airport in time to board your flight back home.


Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Dinner is scheduled to be taken at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo.
No accommodation included on this day.