Negombo

Negombo - Negombo is a significant commercial hub in the country and serves as the administrative center of the Negombo Division. The population within its divisional secretariat division is approximately 142,136. The municipal boundary of Negombo extends throughout its Divisional Secretariat area.

Dambulla Cave Temple, Minneriya National Park

Dambulla Royal Cave Temple - Dambulla boasts the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock rises 160 meters above the surrounding plains and features over 80 documented caves. The main attractions are spread across five caves, housing statues and paintings related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings, and four statues of gods and goddesses, including Vishnu and Ganesha. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square meters (23,000 sq ft) and depict scenes such as the temptation by the demon Mara and Buddha’s first sermon.

Minneriya National Park - Minneriya is a national park located in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka. It was designated a national park on August 12, 1997, after being declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1938. The park was established to protect the catchment of the Minneriya tank and the surrounding wildlife. The tank, built by King Mahasen in the third century AD, is of historical significance. The park serves as a dry season feeding ground for elephants from the forests of Matale, Polonnaruwa, and Trincomalee districts. In the six months ending in August 2009, the park generated revenue of Rs. 10.7 million. Along with Kaudulla and Girithale, Minneriya is one of the 70 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in Sri Lanka. The park is located 182 kilometers (113 mi) from Colombo.

Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Cūḷavaṃsa, this area was initially a large forest. After storms and landslides, it became a hill and was chosen by King Kashyapa (AD 477–495) for his new capital. He built his palace atop this rock and adorned its sides with colorful frescoes. Midway up the rock, he constructed a gateway in the form of an enormous lion, giving the place its name, Siṃhagiri, or Lion Rock.

Polonnaruwa - Polonnaruwa is the second oldest of Sri Lanka’s kingdoms, initially established as a military post by the Sinhalese kingdom. It was renamed Jananathamangalam by the Chola dynasty after their successful invasion of Anuradhapura, the then capital, in the 10th century. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa is a World Heritage Site.

Kandy: Temple of the Tooth Relic, Cultural Dance Show

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - Sri Dalada Maligawa, commonly known as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Located in the Royal Palace Complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, it houses the relic of Buddha’s tooth. Historically, the relic has played a crucial role in local politics, as it is believed that whoever holds the relic governs the country. The temple is a World Heritage Site, primarily due to the relic and the temple itself.

Bhikkhus from the Malwathu and Asgiri chapters conduct daily worship in the temple’s inner chamber. Rituals are performed three times daily: at dawn, noon, and evening. On Wednesdays, a symbolic bathing of the relic with a herbal preparation called Nanumura Mangallaya is performed.

Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show - Kandyan dance (Sinhala: උඩරට නැටුම්) includes various dance forms native to the Kandy area in the Central Hills region, known as Udarata. These dances have spread to other parts of Sri Lanka and are considered masterpieces and sacred artworks.

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya - Founded by Samuel Baker, the explorer of Lake Albert and the upper Nile, in 1846, Nuwara Eliya’s climate made it a prime sanctuary for British civil servants and planters in Ceylon. Known as Little England, it was a hill country retreat where British colonialists enjoyed pastimes such as fox hunting, deer hunting, elephant hunting, polo, golf, and cricket.

Many buildings retain features from the colonial period, including the Queen’s Cottage, General’s House, Grand Hotel, Hill Club, St Andrew’s Hotel, and Town Post Office. New hotels are often built in the colonial style. Visitors can experience the nostalgia of bygone days by visiting these landmark buildings. Many private homes maintain old English-style lawns and gardens.

Nanu Oya Railway Station - The Nanu Oya railway station is the 63rd station on the Main Line, located 206.9 km (128.6 mi) from Colombo. All trains, including the Podi Menike and Udarata Menike express trains, service the station. Originally built in 1885 as the terminus of the main line, the station became a junction in 1903 when the Udupussallawa narrow gauge railway line was constructed. The government closed the Udupussallawa railway in 1948 due to low traffic, and the tracks were removed.

Ella

Ella - Ella (Sinhala: ඇල්ල, lit. ‘fall’; Tamil: எல்ல) is a small town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. It is approximately 200 kilometers (120 mi) east of Colombo and situated at an elevation of 1,041 meters (3,415 ft) above sea level. The area is rich in biodiversity, with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than the surrounding lowlands due to its elevation. The Ella Gap offers views across the southern plains of Sri Lanka.

Little Adam’s Peak View Point - Little Adam’s Peak is a 1,141 m (3,743 ft) pyramidal-shaped hill located southeast of the town. It is named after the larger Adam’s Peak.

Yala National Park

Yala National Park - Yala (යාල) National Park is the most visited and second-largest national park in Sri Lanka, bordering the Indian Ocean. The park consists of five blocks, three of which are open to the public. There are also two adjoining parks, Kumana National Park (Yala East) and Lunugamvehera National Park. The blocks have individual names, such as Palatupana (Block 1). Located in the southeastern region of the country, in the Southern and Uva Provinces, the park covers 979 square kilometers (378 sq mi) and is about 300 kilometers (190 mi) from Colombo. Yala was designated a wildlife sanctuary in 1900 and, along with Wilpattu, was one of the first two national parks in Sri Lanka, designated in 1938. The park is renowned for its diverse wildlife and is crucial for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, leopards, and aquatic birds.

Mirissa

Mirissa Beach - Mirissa (Sinhala: මිරිස්ස; Tamil: மிரிஸ்ஸ) is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, located in the Matara District of the Southern Province. It is approximately 150 kilometers (93 mi) south of Colombo and situated at an elevation of 4 meters (13 ft) above sea level. Mirissa’s beach and nightlife make it a popular tourist destination. It is also a fishing port and one of the island’s main locations for whale and dolphin watching.

Galle Fort

Galle Fort - Located on the Bay of Galle on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Galle Fort was initially built by the Portuguese in 1588 and extensively fortified by the Dutch from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological, and architectural heritage monument that maintains a polished appearance due to extensive reconstruction by the Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.

The fort has a colorful history and today hosts a multi-ethnic and multi-religious population. The Sri Lankan government and many Dutch property owners within the fort aim to make it one of the modern wonders of the world. Recognized by UNESCO, the fort is a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique blend of European architecture and South Asian traditions.

Colombo City Tour and Departure

Colombo - Colombo (/kəˈlʌmboʊ/ kə-LUM-boh; Sinhala: කොළඹ, romanized: Koḷam̆ba; Tamil: கொழும்பு, romanized: Koḻumpu) is the executive and judicial capital and the largest city of Sri Lanka by population. The Colombo metropolitan area has a population of 5.6 million, with 752,993 in the Municipality. It is the island’s financial center and a popular tourist destination. Located on the west coast, Colombo is adjacent to the Greater Colombo area, which includes Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, the legislative capital, and Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia. Often referred to as the capital, Colombo is also the administrative capital of the Western Province and the district capital of Colombo District. The city is vibrant and bustling, featuring a mix of modern life, colonial buildings, and monuments.

• Private transportation
• Ayurveda Spa
• Licensed guide
• On-board WiFi
• Water bottles
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Soft drinks
• Snacks

• alcoholic drinks