Quick Getaway in Sri Lanka
02 NIGHTS, 03 DAYS TOUR IN SRI LANKA
Pinnawala is a riverside sanctuary established in 1975 that cares for injured and displaced elephants. It has the largest herd of captive elephants in the world.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinnawala_Elephant_Orphanage
Dambulla cave temple is a world heritage site located in the central part of the country.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dambulla
On your arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, our personal guide will assist you to the vehicle.
Transfer from the airport to Pinnawela & Dambulla.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Pinnawala is a riverbank sanctuary that was founded in 1975 and provides medical care for displaced and injured elephants. Some of these orphans are fortunate enough to have their babies born in the same place today. The orphanage was initially intended to serve as a tourist attraction, but it quickly evolved into a centre for education and conservation. Pinnawela began a scientific captive-breeding programme for elephants with the assistance of international and local specialists on elephants. Hundreds of elephants are cared for with love and affection at the orphanage. Every day, the orphanage’s elephants take a bath in a neighbouring river.
Proceed to Dambulla.
Dambulla
Built around a sizable granite outcrop, Dambulla is a world heritage site that hides an amazing first-century BC Buddhist cave complex. It is Sri Lanka’s largest and best-preserved complex of cave temples. The murals, which occupy 2,100 square metres, feature images of Buddha being tempted by the demon Mara.
After the activity, proceed to the hotel.
Dinner and Overnight stay in a Standard, Superior, Deluxe or Luxury hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Sigiriya, Matale and Kandy.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
The magnificent rock fortress known as Sigiriya is one of Sri Lanka’s top tourist destinations. The place where “King Kasyapa” killed his father and took the crown from his older brother was his stronghold. To protect himself, Kasyapa erected his fortress atop this 182-meter-tall rock. Sigiriya is now well-known for its “Mirror Wall,” which has verses and passages etched by past visitors, as well as its stunning murals featuring vibrantly coloured, form-fitting bejewelled maidens and a water garden. It expands upon another Sri Lankan UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Proceed to Matale.
Matale
Spice gardens offer travellers a window into the centuries-old business of producing spices, as well as the overwhelming aroma of cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, nutmeg, and mace.
Proceed to Kandy.
Kandy
Some of the most important historical landmarks in Sri Lanka can be found in the historic town of Kandy, which is located in the country’s central hills. The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha must be explored in order for a trip to Kandy to be considered complete. One example of a building that links the Royal Palace and the Temple of the Tooth Relic is the colossal ensemble of Kandy. It was one of several temples constructed to contain the Relic. Even though guests cannot view the tooth itself, the temple and its environs are incredibly beautiful. In addition, Kandy is well known for the Peradeniya Botanical
Gardens and the magnificent Kandy Esala Perahera, which features a procession of vibrant
dancers and elephants.
After the activity, proceed to the hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay in a Standard, Superior, Deluxe or Luxury hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Peradeniya.
The Royal Botanical Gardens
The magnificent river-girdled garden is among the finest in the world. Its treasures of tropical flora include amazing collections of orchids, aromatic spices, medicinal herbs, palms, and rare endangered plant species.
After the activity, proceed to a selected beach hotel or to the airport to catch the flight back home.
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