Overview
Experience the best taste of Sri Lanka as much as you can on this enticing excursion. This beautiful island has no shortage of captivating natural landscapes, amazing cultural heritage and fascinating shopping centers. Whether you’re on a short journey or intend to expand your excursion in Sri Lanka, you can make the most of your holiday here. This delightful land never fails to bring you fresh and ultimate travel experience.
Highlights
- Take an adventure to Dambulla and explore its unusual ruins
- Enjoy a city tour of the tranquil city of Kandy
- Soak in the unspoiled attractions and beauty of the romantic Nuwara Eliya
- Relax at the pristine beach of Bentota
- Explore the cultural heritage of Colombo
Trip Code: SWIN - 1280
Trip Duration: 7 Days
Starting: Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Finishing: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Destination: Sri Lanka
Type of trip: Classic
Theme: Adventure, Culture, Nature
Ages: All ages
Group Size: Minimum 2 pax
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Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be welcomed and escorted to the hotel in Dambulla. On the way, stop for a visit at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. The area is served as a shelter for abandoned and injured elephants around the region. You could witness the local volunteers providing milk and food for lovely giants.
Proceed to the hotel for check in and spend the rest of the day relaxing.
In the evening, a village tour can be arranged upon your request.
Useful Information
- Accommodation: Hotel in Dambulla
- Meals: No
- Tour Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Transportation: Air-conditioned private vehicle
After a delicious breakfast, check out the hotel and continue your vacation to the quaint city of Kandy.
En-route, make a stop at the gorgeous Sigiriya Rock Fortress which is considered the most iconic view in Sri Lanka. This gigantic mountain is just mind-blowing with many stunning buildings and foundations preserved for many centuries. Take your time to see and learn more about this magnificent site from sacred and protected carvings to landscaped gardens, impressive walkways and panoramic views from the top.
You also visit the golden cave temples of Dambulla – one of the world heritage sites in Sri Lanka and the beautiful Matale Spice garden’s.
Upon arrival in Kandy, check in hotel and spend time relaxing. There is an optional activity this evening for you – enjoy a cultural show.
Useful Information
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kandy
- Meals: Breakfast
- Tour Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Transportation: Air-conditioned private vehicle
After breakfast, get ready for a transfer to the city of Lights - Nuwara Eliya. This pleasant hill station is a must see destination for many couples for its idyllic beauty of nature and unspoiled spots.
Along the way, you have a chance to join a delightful Kandy city tour, soak in the tranquil ambiance of tea plantations and the majestic Ramboda waterfall.
Pay a visit to beautiful waterfalls in Hill country before proceeding to the hotel in Nuwara Eliya for check in and relax.
Useful Information
- Accommodation: Hotel in Nuwara Eliya
- Meals: Breakfast
- Tour Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Transportation: Air-conditioned private vehicle
After a soothing breakfast, check out your hotel and proceed to the beautiful beach town of Bentota. En-route, enjoy a tour of Nuwara Eliya. This misty city offers you plenty of eye-catching attractions including Gregory lake and the Strawberry farms dotted around it, Highland Farms of Sri Lanka, Seetha Amman, Gayathri Peedam, Asok Vatika temples.
Do not miss out on the striking Hakgala Botanical Gardens to take in the fabulous view of lovely flowers and plants.
After the city tour, continue our way to Bentota. Upon arrival, check in the hotel and relax.
Useful Information
- Accommodation: Hotel in Bentota
- Meals: Breakfast
- Tour Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Transportation: Air-conditioned private vehicle
Fuel some energy with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before driving to the scenic Galle for a city tour. You will visit the prime turtle nesting site of Turtle Hatchery to witness the lovely baby turtles in the huge tanks. It is interesting to get to know more about their life and how they are released to their natural environment. Take a relaxing boat ride along the peaceful Madhu River passing through small islets dotted with lush mangroves. For those looking for some thrilling beach activities, water sports can be arranged upon request.
Back to the hotel for a restful overnight stay.
Useful Information
- Accommodation: Hotel in Bentota
- Meals: Breakfast
- Tour Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Transportation: Air-conditioned private vehicle
After a tasteful breakfast at the hotel, make your way to the ancient city of Colombo. The architecture of the city is influenced by many cultures making it a must-see place for culture buffs. In addition to the culture and history values, it is a favorite place for shopping lovers who desire to satisfy their hobby.
Upon arrival, check in the hotel and take some time to relax before setting out for a city tour which takes you to some of the most iconic sights and ends with a shopping tour.
Useful Information
- Accommodation: Hotel in Colombo
- Meals: Breakfast
- Tour Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Transportation: Air-conditioned private vehicle
After breakfast at the hotel, it’s time to say goodbye to Sri Lanka. You will be transferred to the airport for a flight back home.
Useful Information
- Accommodation: No
- Meals: Breakfast
- Tour Guide: No
- Transportation: Air-conditioned private vehicle
Useful Information
Inclusions
- Airport pick up and drop off
- Assistance at the airport
- Accommodation on bed and breakfast basis on mentioned hotels
- Private luxury vehicle-Prius or similar car (air-conditioned)
- Private English Speaking driver for the entire journey
- Tours at mentioned locations
- Fuel & local insurance for the vehicle
Exclusions
- Air-tickets
- Sightseeing entrance charges (Unless Specified in inclusions)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Camera & video permits
- 5% GST
- Travel Insurance
- Guide/Driver tips
- Personal expenses
- Late check outs & early check ins
Meals
- Breakfast: 6
Transport
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
Included Activities
- Dambulla excursion
- Kandy city tour
- An tour of Nuwara Eliya
- Bentota beach relaxing
- Boat trip on Madhu River
- Galle city tour
- Colombo sightseeing and shopping
Accommodations
Best price, strategic locations, carefully-checked.
Destination | 3 Star | 4 Star | 5 Star |
Dambulla |
Palwehera Resort |
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Colombo |
Anarva |
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Nuwara Eliya |
Summer hill breeze |
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Kandy |
Senani |
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Kalutara |
Coco Royal |
Special Note:
- This is only quote and no reservations have been made as yet. All hotels are subjected to availability.
- Please note that these rates are not valid during 20th Dec 2019 to 15th Jan 2020.
Cancellation by Customer
- In case of cancelation, the following cancelation charges will be applicable
- Less than 30 Days 50% of the Total Invoice
- Less than 25 Days 100% of the Total Invoice
- No Show & Early Check - 100% of the Total Invoice
Reviews
Reviews from actual Seni travelers. We publish all reviews.
Based on 4 reviews. See some of the reviews here.
Maneck
Guest Country: India
Travel Dates: October 2019
Traveled To: Vietnam - Cambodia
Local specialist: Will Nguyen
"Hello, We did a group tour in Oct Nov 2019, (8 people) with Seni World, and had a wonderful experience. Our consultant Mr. Will did a superb job in planning with the tour, internal travel, and hotel booking. LOVELY experience"
Hiten Shaw
Guest Country: Mumbai, India
Travel Dates: June, 2019
Traveled To: Vietnam
Local specialist: Trung Hoang
We 8 friends just returned from Vietnam. we visited Halong Bay and Danang... Our travel consultant was Trung Hoang. We had the best trip and best planning with Seni World.
Vegetarian food was well-taken care of.. every trip was timely and vehicle and guide and drivers were up to mark.
Trung Hoang was very helpful in designing the trip and selecting destinations. I strongly suggest traveling through Seni World's consultants
Rajesh & Anindita
Guest Country: India
Travel Dates: September 2019
Traveled To: Vietnam and Cambodia
Local specialist: Trung Hoang
A wonderful trip to Cambodia and Vietnam for 10 ni / 11 days with my wife was made possible by Vietnamtour.in. They planned and customised the trip as per our specific requirements and made it a memorable life long experience. We started from Siem Reap - Cambodia, followed by Ho Chi Minh city, Danang- Hoian, Hanoi, Halong Bay in Vietnam. Visa on arrival at both the country was simple process as initial documentations were already done by Vietnamtour. At each of these places, we were received by the tour guide and driver with excellent SUV carrying a name playcard giving a feeling of grandiose. Our accommodation was in 5 star Hotels - Angkor Miracle Resort in Siem Reap, Novotel Saigon in HCM city, Sunrise Premium Resorts & Spa in Hoian, Movenpick in Hanoi and La Regina Legend Cruise in Halong Bay. Trips to the monuments, tourist attractions or shopping requirements were meticulously planned and taken care of by them. The memories and experiences of the Mekong River boat cruise and the cruise on Halong Bay will be treasured by us all our lives. We got a taste of the authentic, traditional local cuisine in both the countries when we were taken for lunch to local houses . Its worth experiencing the simplicity, great hospitality and family values of common inhabitants. Our entire experience of 11 days was made possible by the sincerity, dedication, hard work and meticulous planning by an individual... Mr Trung Hoang, our Travel Consultant. He was always available to us on mob / W/A from the time of planning till we returned home. It gave us a sense of security in a foreign country without knowing the local language for any unforeseen situation. We are extremely thankful to him . Lovely Experience, Wonderful People, Great Hospitality is what we shall always remember. THANK YOU Vietnam Tours, our friends in those two unknown country Mr Trung Vũ Hoàng and the Wonderful people of Cambodia and Vietnam.
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