Trail Around the Paradise
SriLanka welcomes you to a whole new experience of nature, adventure, culture andserenity. A national island filled with natural wonders, travellers are leftwith awe trailing around the paradise. Your week will be spent exploring thecentral and southern regions of Sri Lanka. Locations include the PinnawalaElephant Orphanage, the Dambulla Cave Temple, Ancient city of Polonnaruwa, anda safari at the Minneriya National Park where you get to marvel the magnificentelephants of our land. Guided temple tours, world heritage sites, gardensfilled with flora, boat safaris and a visit to a sea turtle hatchery areincluded. Spend your day by the gorgeous beaches of the south and laze underthe sun with the palms swaying away.
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Trail Around the Paradise (7 Days)
Trail Around the Paradise (7 Days)
Trail Around Paradise is a trip for those who appreciate the true beauty of landscapes and picturesque scenery. Visit the lush green tea estates and wander around the endless plains of the central highlands
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2 Days in Dambulla
Dambulla is a city that is considered as a major junction that allows access to many interesting locations when touring Sri Lanka. Your two days in Dambulla will be spent by visiting an Elephant Orphanage en route. This place is home to a large population of captive elephants. During your stay you will also visit the Golden Cave Temple of Dambulla, as well as the ancient city of Polonnaruwa both exuding radiance,
historical grandeur and religious fervor. A safari will be organized to the
Minneriya National Park where the elephants gather in herds.
Elephant Orphanage
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is the home for young Elephants who have been displaced or lost from their natural habitat, located at Pinnawala village in Sabaragamuwa province of Sri Lanka. Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage is the best place for an up close and personal experience with the world’s largest land mammals! Today with 70 elephants herein, Pinnawela has become the home to the largest captive group of elephants in the world.
Dambulla Cave Temple
Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.
Ancient Kingdom
Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, which was the second major capital of Sri Lanka. Walk through the ruins of the city that flourished between the 10th to the 13th century AD. View important monuments such as Gal Vihara, Vatadage, the lotus bath, Lankathilaka Temple and the statue of King Parakramabahu whose reign was considered the golden age of Polonnaruwa. Get to know more about Sri Lanka’s ancient history.
Safri in Minneriya National Park
This safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.
2 Day in Kandy
The Hill capital of Sri Lanka offers a myriad of exciting sights and sounds for you to enjoy during your stay in Kandy. You will be able to climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress if you are up for the challenge while for a calmer experience, visit the Matale Spice Garden. You can experience the serenity of a fully guided temple tour and visit some of the most important temples in the region. A visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens will certainly not disappoint while the Kandyan Cultural Show will allow you to understand some of the best preserved traditions in Sri Lanka.
Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ‘ the Lion Rock’. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.
Matale Spice Garden
Euphoria Spice and Herbal is located 12 km away from Matale (The spice capital of Sri Lanka). Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tour around the garden, which we call “The Spice Tour”, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need.
Experience a Kandyan Cultural Show
The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.
Temple run Tour in Kandy
Get amazed by the wood crafting masterpiece that is the Embekke Temple. Wander through the historic and beautiful Gadaladeniya Temple and view its wonderful paintings and sculptures. Visit the Lankatilaka temple that was quite architecturally advanced for its time. See awe-striking sight of the Degaldoruwa Cave Temple, the inside walls of which are covered in painstakingly restored paintings. Visit the internationally famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic with its palatial cream and gold interiors.
Royal Botanical Garden
Visit the famous Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, which were formed in the early 19th century. Walk through the vast area containing over 4000 species of plants. Enjoy the learning more about the orchids, spices and medicinal plants. Wander down avenues shaded by large and rare trees, or bordered by flowering plants. Enjoy seeing the cannonball tree, walking over the wobbly suspension bridge and through the short hedge mazes or even climbing the twisty trees that make wonderful jungle gyms.
2 Days in Bentota
Enjoy the sun and sand in Bentota that will let you experience some of the best beaches that Sri Lanka has to offer. Simply relax in one of the luxurious hotels by a secluded beach or enjoy some high adrenalin water sports that can be arranged. A visit to the Old Colonial city of Galle – the hub of the South and a walk around the Fort Ramparts will hype you up even more. Experience a heartwarming moment at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery and also a serene river ride along the Madu river which boasts of a thriving eco system.
Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
Visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. Learn more about the five endangered sea turtle species that come to the shores of Sri Lanka to nest. Learn how the Kosgoda Turtle Care Program helps protect the nests until they hatch and increases the chances of survival for the babies. Get a chance to see, touch and feed baby turtles; or even injured adult turtles that the Turtle Hatchery cares for.
Feel the Romance
Walk down one of the best beaches in Sri Lanka; embraced by the warmth of the sun, the softness of the sand and the cool sea breeze. Feel the romance of the beautiful ocean at sunset. Relax in one of the luxury hotels that cluster on the beach. Watch the turtles come to nest from the sea. Enjoy the adrenaline rush of water sports such as jet-skiing, windsurfing and more.
Madu River Boat Safari
Go on a wonderful boat ride down the Madu River with its flourishing ecosystem. Pass through the secretive passages created by the mangroves. See the basking crocodiles and water monitors. Visit one of the small islands with its cinnamon harvesting natives. Enjoy the restorative qualities of the famous fish massage. Observe the waterbirds in their natural habitats.
Old Colonial City
Explore the secrets of Galle where the Portuguese and Dutch made their headquarters. Visit the Galle Fort which is one of the best preserved fortifications in Asia. View the museums of Galle and the lighthouse. Walk through the cobblestoned streets with their Dutch names and listen to your guide tell their stories. Relax with a king coconut or a cup of tea caressed by a breeze of the tropics.
Departure
After the breakfast at the hotel check out and proceed to airport after spending a memorable time in this island.
Includes:
- Transport in a Private Vehicle, Fuel, Parking & Highway tolls.
- Service of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
- All prevailing taxes and service charges.
- 2 x 500ml Water Bottles per Person per Day.
Excludes:
- Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
- Entrance fees to the respective sites.
- Chauffeur Guide's Accommodation.
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Visa and Related Expenses.
- Tips & Portages.
Complimentary:
- 1 x 1 Litre water bottle per person per day.
- 1 x Local SIM card per room.