Discover Sri Lanka: A 10-Night, 11-Day Journey

Day 1: Arrival in Negombo

• Arrival: Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon your arrival at Bandaranayake      International Airport, a representative from NKAR Travels & Tours will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Negombo.
• Evening: Relax and unwind after your flight.
• Overnight Stay: Camelot Beach Hotel 3 * or Goldi Sands 4 * or Similar, Negombo 

Transfer Time: Airport to Negombo: Approx. 20 minutes
Meals: None

Day 2: Negombo to Sigiriya

• Morning: Visit the bustling Negombo Fish Market (Lellama) to witness daily      auctions and the vibrant local fishing community.
• Afternoon: Transfer to Sigiriya and check into your      hotel.
• Evening: Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage      site.
• Overnight Stay: Sigiriya by Thilanka 3 * or Ameya Lake 4 * or similar, Dambulla

Transfer Time: Negombo to Sigiriya: Approx. 3 hours
Meals: Breakfast
Activity Duration: Sigiriya Rock Fortress: Approx. 2-3 hours

Day 3: Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa

• Morning: Enjoy a cycling tour around the village of Sigiriya, exploring      local life and scenic landscapes.
• Afternoon: Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, another UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore its well-preserved ruins.
• Evening: Jeep safari in Minneriya National Park to witness the famous      elephant gathering.
• Overnight Stay: Sigiriana by Thilanka 3 *, Sigiriya or Ameya Lake 4 * or similar, Dambulla

Transfer Time:

• Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa: Approx. 1.5 hours
• Polonnaruwa to Minneriya: Approx. 30 minutes
• Minneriya to Sigiriya: Approx. 45 minutes

Meals: Breakfast
Activity Duration:

• Cycling Tour: Approx. 1 hour
• Polonnaruwa: Approx. 2 hours
• Minneriya Safari: Approx. 3 hours

Day 4: Sigiriya to Kandy

• Morning: After breakfast, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World      Heritage site with ancient Buddha statues.
• Afternoon: Visit the Matale Spice Garden for a lunch experience and a relaxing head and shoulder massage.
• Evening: Explore Kandy, including the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and      enjoy a cultural dance show.
• Overnight Stay: Hotel Topaz 3 * or Thilanka Hotel 4 * or similar, Kandy.

Transfer Time:

• Sigiriya to Dambulla: Approx. 30 minutes
• Dambulla to Kandy: Approx. 2 hours

Meals: Breakfast
 

Activity Duration:

• Dambulla Cave Temple: Approx. 1 hour
• Matale Spice Garden: Approx. 2 hours
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth & Cultural Show: Approx. 2 hours

Day 5: Explore Kandy

• Morning: Free time to relax at your hotel.
• Optional Tour: Visit the Royal Botanical      Gardens in Peradeniya, followed by a garden lunch.
• Evening: Optional visit to a Gem Museum and Lapidary.
• Dinner: Courtyard dinner at the historic Hotel Suisse (if on Half Board      basis).
• Overnight Stay: Hotel Topaz 3 * or Thilanka Hotel 4 * or similar, Kandy.

Meals: Breakfast

Optional Activity Duration:

• Royal Botanical Gardens: Approx. 2 hours
• Gem Museum and Lapidary: Approx. 1 hour

Day 6: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

• Morning: Transfer to Nuwara Eliya with a stop at a tea factory and plantation.
• Afternoon: Explore the picturesque town of Nuwara Eliya, known as 'Little England'.
• Evening: Visit Lake Gregory, with an optional boat ride.
• Overnight Stay: Galway Heights 3* or Black Pool Hotel 4 * or similar, Nuwara Eliya.

Transfer Time: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya: Approx. 2.5 hours
Meals: Breakfast
 

Activity Duration:

• Tea Factory & Plantation: Approx. 1 hour
• Nuwara Eliya City & Lake Gregory: Approx. 2 hours

Day 7: Nuwara Eliya to Yala via Ella

• Morning: Transfer to Ella with a stop at Buduruwagala to see the ancient      rock carvings.
• Optional Tours: Visit Ella Gap and the 9      Arch Bridge.
• Afternoon: Continue to Yala and check into your hotel.
• Overnight      Stay: Kithala Resort 3* or      Chaarya Resort 4* or similar, Yala.

Transfer Time:

• Nuwara Eliya to Ella: Approx. 2 hours
• Ella to Yala: Approx. 1.5 hours

Meals: Breakfast
 

Optional Activity Duration:

• Ella Gap & 9 Arch Bridge: Approx. 1 hour
• Buduruwagala: Approx. 1 hour

Day 8: Yala to Ahangama via Galle

• Morning: Early morning jeep safari in Yala National Park with a packed      breakfast.
• Afternoon: Transfer to Ahangama with a stop at the      historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Overnight Stay: Insight Resort 3 *,      Ahangama or Radisson Blue Resort 4*, Galle or similar.

Transfer Time: Yala to Ahangama: Approx. 2 hours
Meals: Breakfast
 

Activity Duration:

• Yala Jeep Safari: Approx. 3 hours
• Galle Fort: Approx. 2 hours

Day 9: Ahangama

• Morning: Optional whale watching      tour with a packed breakfast.
• Afternoon: Free time to relax at      your resort or explore the local area.
• Overnight Stay: Insight Resort 3 *,      Ahangama or Radisson Blue Resort 4*, Galle or similar.

Transfer Time: Ahangama to Mirissa (for whale watching): Approx. 30 minutes
Meals: Breakfast
 

Optional Activity Duration: Whale Watching: Approx. 3-5 hours

Day 10: Leisure Day in Ahangama

• All Day: Enjoy a full day of relaxation at your resort, with optional      activities available.
• Overnight Stay: Insight Resort 3 *,      Ahangama or Radisson Blue Resort 4*, Galle or similar.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: Departure

• Morning: Transfer to Bandaranayake International Airport for your departure flight.
• Transfer Time: Ahangama to Airport:      Approx. 2 hours
• Meals: Breakfast

• Negombo: A coastal town known for its sandy beaches and vibrant fish      markets, offering a glimpse into the local fishing industry.
• Sigiriya: Home to the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress,      a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning frescoes and breathtaking      views.
• Polonnaruwa: A well-preserved ancient city and former      capital, known for its impressive archaeological sites.
• Minneriya: Famous for the seasonal gathering of      elephants, making it a top destination for wildlife enthusiasts.
• Kandy: The cultural heart of Sri Lanka, known for the Temple of the      Sacred Tooth Relic and its rich history.
• Nuwara Eliya: Often referred to as 'Little England', this      highland town is famous for its tea plantations, cool climate, and      colonial architecture.
• Ella: A small town surrounded by hills, offering stunning views, tea      plantations, and the famous Ella Gap.
• Yala: Home to Yala National Park, known for its leopard population and      diverse wildlife.
• Galle: A historic city with a well-preserved fort, colonial      architecture, and a vibrant cultural scene.
• Ahangama: A coastal town known for its beautiful      beaches and as a gateway for whale watching.

• Airport transfers and transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
• Accommodation as specified in the itinerary.
• Meals as specified (Breakfast included daily).
• Guided tours and entrance fees to attractions      mentioned in the itinerary.
• Safari experience in Minneriya and Yala      National Park.
• Cultural show in Kandy.

• Whale watching in Ahangama.
• Visit to Royal Botanical Gardens in Kandy.
• Gem Museum and Lapidary in Kandy.
• Ella Gap and Nine Arch Bridge tour.
• Boating on Lake Gregory.

• Stay in a 3-star or 4-star hotel as per your      selected option.
• Optional tours and activities are available at      an additional cost.
• Transfer times are estimates and can vary with      weather and road conditions.
• Standard check - in & check - out times      are 1400 hrs. - 1200 hrs. (this can change in few properties)
• Visits to wildlife parks will be at client's      own risk. Safari vehicles are basic with limited insurance cover.
• Train rides are subject to availability and      delays.
• Some sites and experiences are subject to      availability and may require early booking.

• International flights.
• Visa fees for Sri Lanka (apply via www.eta.gov.lk).
• Travel insurance.
• Optional excursions and additional services      not mentioned in inclusions.
• Personal      expenses (e.g., laundry, phone calls, drinks).
• Gratuities      for guides and drivers.
• Any meals or beverages not      specified in the itinerary.

• Price is based on two people sharing a room, so you’ll need to buy two vouchers. 
• Return Economy Flights departing Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, or Gold Coast and are flying low-cost carriers including 1 piece of carry-on luggage per person, up to 7 kg. Check-in luggage can be purchased at the time of booking. 
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• Travel insurance not included customers are advised to purchase appropriate cover after booking.              

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