09 Days in Sri lanka - Major Attractions
09 Days in Sri lanka - Major Attractions
Discover the amazing spots in Sri Lanka. First, visit the Anciant Guient Rock Fortress and climb to the top of the rock for a panoramic view. Next, visit the World Heritage Site of Dambulla Cave Temple.
The Temple of the Tooth, also known as the Palace of the Sacred Tooth of the Temple, is a sacred temple complex that houses Lord Buddha's sacred tooth relic, Sri Dalada Maligawa. in Evening Watch the Kandyan Cultural Show. The Ella train journey takes you higher and higher into the rolling green highlands, where the big tea farms are, and there are many beautiful hilltop villages and waterfalls to see.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Bandaranaike International Airport
Arrive by flight and you will be transferred to the arrival terminal. Please clear immigration & visa formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green channel if you do not have goods to be declared to customs. You will meet one of the Representatives of Apple vacation will assist you as he will be having a paging board with your name in the meeting area, and he will introduce you to your own English speaking chauffeur guide who will transfer you to the hotel in Colombo.
1 hourColombo
Day 2: Colombo - Sigiriya
Colombo
After the Breakfast & Pickup at Colombo Hotel and transfer to Sigiriya.
Kurunegala
After the Few Hours Journey Stop at Kurunegala and Refresh Yourself and then Process to Sigiriya.
15 minutesIbbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs
- Ibbankatuwa Ancient burial ground lies five kilometers before the Dambulla town on the Kurunegala-Dambulla Road. An archeological Department board will indicate the turn off from the main road. The site is reached by traveling about 500m in to this road. The site was developed in to a tourist attraction in 2017 and was formally open to the public.
Ederagala Wana Senasuna
Enderagala Wana Senasuna is a Buddhist temple in a calm and quiet location in Dambulla in the Matale District of Sri Lanka. According to the inscription found in the caves, the history of this temple dates back to the 2nd – 1st century B.C. The temple is located beside the Ambepussa – Kurunegala – Trincomalee (A006) Highway, only 6km away from the Dambulla city. You can reach Enderagala Wana Senasuna withing15 minutes from Dambulla Cave Temple.
Sigiriya Museum
This decent museum has a fine diorama of the site, providing an excellent overview and explaining Sigiriya's cultural importance beyond the obvious natural beauty. The theory that Sigiriya was a Buddhist monastery is given here, although the established position that it was a palace or fortress prevails. (Combine with Sigiriya fortress)
15 minutesSigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
• Village safari-USD 30-Canoe Ride, Bull cart ride, tuktuk safari and Sri Lankan Food
3 hoursPidurangala Rock
Pidurangala Rock is adjacent to Sigiriya Rock and is the best viewing spot of Sigiriya Rock as it is only slightly lower. Pidurangala is a popular spot for sunrise as you can enjoy 360-degree views of not only the valleys but also Sigiriya Rock.
Oakray Woodcarvings
Day 3: Sigiriya - Kandy
Sigiriya
After the Breakfast & Transfer to Kandy
3 hoursRangiri Dambulla International Stadium
Sri Lanka's 30,000-seat Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium is a cricket stadium. The Stadium, the first and only international cricket pitch in Sri Lanka's dry zone, is located in Dambulla on land leased from the Rangiri Dambulla Temple. The Dambulla Tank (reservoir) and the Dambulla Rock are visible from the stadium.
Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre
Located in the Dambulla Secretariat Division of Matale District, in the center of Dambulla town started in 1999 to establish a wholesale market for vegetables and fruits. One important feature of the DDEC is thus a more direct participation of the farmers is selling farm produce.
Golden Temple of Dambulla
One of Sri Lanka's most frequented, appealing, and well-liked tourist destinations is Dambulla. Buddhist ideas are present in this historical and religious location, which allows visitors to sense that special sensation before even arriving in the city. (photo stop)
15 minutesDambulla Royal Cave Temple
The Rock Temple of Dambulla, called Jumbukola Vihara (Dambulla Cave Temple) in the (Mahavamsa)-the principal Pali Chronicle of Sri Lanka, is situated about forty seven miles north west of Kandy, the last capital of the Sinhalese kings, on the main road to Anuradhupura. Dambulla is a scent of unique interest. Its rock temples are the most extensive in the Island, and one of the most ancient, and in the highest state of preservation and order.
1 hourKandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show
Kandyan move execution is one of the characterizing encounters of a stay in Kandy. Considering it a customary Kandyan move execution is something of a misnomer as the shows are particularly gone for crowd diversion and contain move schedules and outfits from the nation over, including the well-known 'fallen angel' moves of the west coast (which are exceptionally difficult to find in their home district).
2 hoursTemple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
The golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic a tooth of the Buddha. During puja (offerings or prayers), the heavily guarded room housing the tooth is open to devotees and tourists. However, you don’t actually see the tooth. It’s kept in a gold casket shaped like a dagoba (stupa), which contains a series of six dagoba caskets of diminishing size. As well as the revered main temple, the complex includes a series of smaller temples, shrines, and museums.
1 hourKandy View Point
Kandy View Point Climb the hill by Kandy Lake to reach Kandy viewpoint and receive a view of the city that cannot be beaten. As a popular tourist spot, the area brings in a large number of peddlers, though they often sell sub-par items. The area also has a reputation for high pickpocket activity, so keep an eye on your belongings. From the hill, you can enjoy great views over the lake and the city as a whole.
15 minutesKandy Lake
Day 4: Kandy - Ella By Train
15 minutesKandy
After the breakfast at the Hotel & transfer from Kandy to Peradeniya Railway Station Proceed to Ella by train.
7 hoursElla
Day 5: Ella Sightseeing
7 hoursElla
After the breakfast at the Hotel & Site Seeing to Ella,
Nine Arches Bridge
The Nine Arch Bridge has a 91-meter span and a 24-meter height. It is a really scenic location, especially given that it is surrounded by deep jungle and agricultural land, thanks to the lovely nine arches. A forest is thriving behind the railroad, and below it, tea is being grown.
30 minutesLittle Adam's Peak
“Punchi Sri Pada” is another name for this peak. It is 1141 m in height. Little Adam’s Peak attracts many travelers who come to Sri Lanka. Gradually with an easy hike up to the mountain of Little Adams Peak you can consummation a worth panoramic view. You have to walk through lush green tea plantations, waterfalls and paddy fields while enjoying the sceneries.Experience the flying Ravana Zipline activity.
3 hoursFlying Ravana Basecamp
Flying Ravana is Sri Lanka’s first ever mega dual zip-line, located amidst the luscious green estates of Ella,Sri Lanka. (Near Little Adams Peak - Ella's main attraction) The two-wire zip-line stretches for more than half a kilometre, slides at max 80kmph and offers a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful hills of the island. Flying Ravana is truly, Ella in all its glory.
2 hoursRavana's Cave
The Ravana Cave is located about 2 km from the Ella town and 11 km (7 mi) away from Bandarawela. It is quite a small cave, measuring about 50ft wide, 150ft long and 60ft high. History says that the cave is used by King Rawana to hide the Princess Sita.
30 minutesDemodara Loop
Day 6: Ella - Yala National Park - Mirrissa /Unawatuna
30 minutesElla
After the Breakfast & Transfer to Mirissa.
Yala National Park - Katagamuwa Entrance
Day 7: Mirrissa Beach Break
3 hoursMirissa Beach
Day 8: Beach Break
Mirissa
Day 9: Mirissa - Airport
Mirissa
After the Breakfast & Transfer to Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
No accommodation included on this day.
3 hoursIncluded
- 8 Nights Accommodation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
- Free WIFI Onboard (Upon Request)
- Water Bottle (Daily 500ml)
- Seasonal Fruits
- King Coconut
- 7x Breakfast
- 7x Dinner
- Accommodation included: 8 nights
Not Included
- Entrance fees For Sites
- Gratuity For Driver & Guide
- Optional Activities
- Food & Drinks Other than Specified
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Confirmation will be received t time of booking
- This activity could be canceled due to extreme weather or unforeseen events. If canceled, you may book a different date or ask for a refund
- Most travelers can participate
- We request all customers carry the Vaccination card while traveling (Digitally or Physically)
- littering & smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle
- Bring a Passport or ID card, Comfortable Walking, shoes, Sunglasses, Sun hat
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please do not wear strong scented perfume as animals are sensitive to odour
- The exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- For 1 Person Single room, 2 Person Double Room, 3 Person Triple Room Respectively.
- Alcohol will not be served by any hotel on Poya days (full moon) and other days prohibited by the Government.
- Quench your thirst by stopping for a complimentary king coconut along the roadside.
- Stop to enjoy some tropical/seasonal fruits during your journey.
- Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue
- Please respect and leave the plants and native wildlife untouched
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.