Sri Lanka 5 Days - Essence of Sri Lanka

Journey up into the cool highland tea country. Take an optional scenic train ride through emerald tea estates, visit the spectacular Ramboda Waterfall, walk through lush tea gardens and tour a tea factory. Offer prayers at the Seetha Amman Temple, stroll through Gregory Lake Park, and enjoy a classic English high tea at the Grand Hotel. Stay at a selected 4-star hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

Activities

• Optional scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
• En route, near Ramboda village, visit Shri Bhakta Hanuman Hindu Temple
• Prepare your cameras. Next stop will be at beautiful Ramboda waterfall
• Stop at Labukale tea garden on the way
• Then, visit the beautiful Seetha Amman Hindu Kovil
• Take a serene walk through Gregory Park and watch the stunning sunset by the Lake Gregory
• Enjoy a high tea at Grand Hotel
• Dinner & Ovrnight stay at hotel.

Accommodation - Galway Heights Hotel — 4★ Hotel

Meal Plan - Breakfast & Dinner

Travel Time - Kandy to Nuwara Eliya — Approximately 3 Hours

Transport Mode - Private Air-Conditioned Car

Descend to the tropical coast and the serene beach town of Bentota. Visit Geoffrey Bawa's celebrated Lunuganga Estate garden, enjoy thrilling water sports on the Bentota Lagoon, visit a sea turtle hatchery and explore Madu River mangroves on a relaxing boat safari. Try fish therapy at the river and visit the moonstone mines nearby. Stay at a selected 4-star hotel in Bentota.

Activities

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Bentota
• It's time to enjoy a quick visit to world-famous architect Geoffrey Bawa's Country house. we are commonly known as Lunuganga Estate which was designed and built by Bawa's own hand.
• Bentota is famous for water sports. Jet ski, banana & tube boating, diving, snorkeling, deep sea fishing are a few that are popular
• Learn about Sri Lankan sea turtles at a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda
• Next, go on an amazing boat ride in Madu River through eye-catching mangroves (aquatic trees in coastal waters)
• Along the Madu River on the boat you will arrive to Fish farm and if interested get to try Sri Lankan fish therapy
• Visit Moonstone mines and watch how this enticing gem is mined in Sri Lanka
• Take a stroll along the calming beach and enjoy the spectacular sunset
• Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel

Accommodation - Turyaa Kalutara — 4★ Hotel

Meal Plan - Breakfast & Dinner

Travel Time - Nuwara Eliya to Bentota — Approximately 6 Hours

Transport Mode - Private Air-Conditioned Car

Explore the vibrant cosmopolitan capital. Visit the ornate Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, marvel at the Dutch Colonial architecture in Fort, browse the colourful Pettah bazaar, visit the National Museum and enjoy the beautiful Galle Face Green beachfront promenade. Evening at leisure for last-minute shopping and a farewell dinner. Stay at Cinnamon Red Colombo (4-star).

Activities

• After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Colombo
• Visit the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple to sightsee modern architecture with a dash of cultural essence
• Take a stroll in a leisure park (Green Path, Viharamahadevi Park) and witness paintings by local artists displayed by the road
• Walk through the lively Colombo Fort bazaar, Red Mosque & Dutch Museum
• Stop by at local hangout spots (Independence Square, Arcade – Independence Square)
• Visit the famous beach front park (Galle Face Green) and the Old Parliament building
• Later, continue with shopping (ODEL / Noritake / House of Fashion /Ceylon Tea Shops/ Sri Lankan handicrafts & many more)
• Visit local pubs, clubs & casinos in the evening

Accommodation - Cinnamon Red Colombo — 4★ Hotel

Meal Plan - Breakfast Only

Travel Time - Bentota to Colombo — Approximately 2 Hours

Transport Mode - Private Air-Conditioned Car

After breakfast, transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight. Your 5-day Sri Lanka essence tour ends with cherished memories of highlands, culture, beaches and city life.