Overview
Explore the last royal city of Sri Lanka, Kandy by visiting all the vital attractions such as the Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic, Botanical gardens, Kandy Lake and more. Explore the charming city of Nuwara Eliya, also known as little England. Explore the colonial buildings, lake gregory, tea factories and plantations, water falls, a single tree mountain, and seeing beautiful landscapes covered with tea, a contrasting view from other major cities in Sri Lanka. Enjoy a day learning and taking part in the work of the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Experience the wonders of a tropical paradise visiting Colombo. With stunning beaches, delectable food, hospitable people, great colonial heritage sites and tourist activities galore, there is something for everyone.
Highlights
- Stay in a 4-star hotel with breakfast.
- Nuwera Eliya Tour.
- Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage.
- Colombo City Tour.
- All tours and sightseeing on a private basis.
Quick Info
- Destination: Kandy (2 Nights), Colombo (2 Nights).
- Duration: 05 Days / 04 Nights.
- Start Point: Colombo International Airport.
- End Point: Colombo International Airport.
Itinerary
Arrival, meet greet and proceed to Kandy. After checkin afternoon do a city tour of Kandy which was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings which is a World Heritage Site. The name "Kandy" conjures visions of splendour and magnificence. Drive around the Kandy Lake built
by the last Sinhala king, Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1798. Visit the Kandy town and Bazaar, the arts and crafts centre, a gem museum, and a lapidary. Also visit Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. This Botanical Garden was first built as a pleasure garden by a Sinhala king and was expanded by the British. It is 147 acres in extent and provides an amazing variety of trees,
plants and flowers. Evening visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and witness a Cultural show. Overnight in Kandy.
After breakfast proceed on a day excursion to Nuwera Eliya. Enroute visit a tea plantation and a tea factory, where the best tea in the world is produced. Taste a cup of pure Ceylon tea in the factory. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, because of its invigorating mountain climate and scenery, is Sri Lanka s most popular hill resort. Nuwara Eliya is also the heart of Sri Lanka s tea country producing a significant share of the world best tea. Sri Lanka s highest mountain Pidurutalagala (8282 feet) is located here. Nuwara-Eliya also has one of the finest 18-hole golf courses in South Asia. On completion return to Kandy.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryAfter breakfast proceed to Colombo. Enroute visit the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage established in 1975, commenced with seven orphans. Pinnawela started a scientific captive-breeding programme for elephants.
The nearby river played a dominant role in this regard, and in 1984, the first baby of Pinnawela was born, the members of the Pinnawela herd have been filmed, videoed, and photographed thousands of times by professionals. On completion continue to Colombo. Overnight in Colombo.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryBreakfast at the hotel.
Afternoon do a city tour of Colombo, like many capital cities in developing countries is fast changing its face. Almost overnight, skyscrapers arise from where old buildings once stood. Yet in some parts, the old-world charm is retained. Other places of interest are the Pettah bazaar, a Hindu and a Buddhist temple, residential areas where you find the stately homes of the affluent, the Colombo Museum, the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH)- an outright gift to Sri Lanka from the People's Republic of China, and the Dutch Museum. Overnight in Colombo.
After breakfast proceed to the airport in time for the departure.
Collapse Day 1 ItineraryIncluded in the price
- Accommodation in a standard room on bed & breakfast basis for 4 nights from breakfast on day 2 to breakfast on day 5 at hotels specified or of similar standard.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary.
- Cost of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
Exclusion
- Video and Camera permits.
- Lunch and dinner throughout the tour.
- Entrance fees to the sites specified above.
- Compulsory Perahera supplement.
- Excursion.
- Visa fee.
- Any other services not specified above.
Accommodations
Hotel Topaz
Nights: 2 Nights in Kandy
Room Type : Deluxe Room
Meals Included : Breakfast
Granbell
Nights: 2 Nights in Colombo
Room Type : Standard Room
Meals Included : Breakfast
Price and Dates
Price starting from $ 370
Valid from 16 Nov 2023 to 31 Dec 2024
Must See
- Nuwera Eliya Tour.
- Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage.
- Colombo City Tour.
Travel Tips
- All foreign nationals must carry valid identification at all times.
- It is mandatory for all tourists to carry their booking voucher with them.
- All personal expenses will be the responsibility of the tourists.
- Any optional tours/activities requested on free days will not be included as part of the package.
- Meals are as per inclusions mentioned.
Policies
Payment Policy:
Full payment will be required at the time of booking the tour and services.
Cancellation Policy:
- 45+ days before travel: full refund after deduction of non-refundable deposit.
- 45-30 days before travel: 50% cancellation fee.
- 0-30 days before travel: 100% cancellation fee
- Air tickets, visas, and travel insurance services are non-refundable (if applicable) and subject to 100% cancellation charges.
Refund Policy:
Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 7 to 10 working days via bank transfer or cheque payment after the agency acknowledges the cancellation in writing.
Terms & Condition
Payment Terms:
The trip cost must be paid in full before the trip begins. If payment is pending, the trip may be cancelled.
Travel Documentation and Visas: Each participant is responsible for having valid travel documents and meeting immigration requirements before the departure date. Passports should be valid for at least 6 months from the return date.
Travel Insurance: Our insurance does not cover financial loss due to Force Majeure conditions (such as COVID-19). To cover this risk, an additional insurance policy will need to be purchased.
Meals: Meals provided during the trip are outlined in the itinerary as Breakfast [B], Lunch [L], or Dinner [D].
VAT: All programs outside the UAE will be zero-rated based on current VAT guidelines. Any changes in the guidelines will result in a change in pricing.
Force Majeure Events: We cannot be held liable or provide compensation for any damage, loss, or expense caused by Force Majeure events.
ROE: The exchange rate will be calculated at the time of final payment.
Check-in and Check-out: Check-in time is 15:00 hours, and check-out time is 12:00 hours. In case of early check-in or late check-out, there will be a supplement cost borne by the guest.
Room Upgrades: The given package cost is based on a basic first-category room. If guests want to upgrade their room category, they will need to pay a supplement cost.
Sightseeing: During sightseeing, the driver will try to park as close as possible. Guests may need to walk or arrange their own transfer if required.
Vehicle Breakdown: In case of vehicle breakdown, we will do our best to fix the problem as soon as possible. However, there will be no refund for any inconvenience caused.
Unattended Items: Please do not leave any unattended items in the vehicle while leaving. We are not responsible for any loss or damage.
Increased Costs: Any increase in visa fees, airfare, fuel prices, or changes in government regulations and taxes will affect the tour cost.
Deportation: We will not be responsible for any deportation due to immigration and customs clearance. There will be no refund for the tour package.
Optional Sightseeing: Any optional sightseeing must be pre-booked with an additional cost.
Unutilized Services: There will be no refund for any unutilized services.
Personal Expenses: Itinerary cost does not include any personal expenses such as tips, miscellaneous expenses, laundry, liquor, porterage, etc.
International Tour: International guests must reach the airport at least 3 hours before departure.
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