EXOTIC HIGHLANDS OF CEYLON
5 days & 4 nights
01.04.2026- 31.10.2026
Itinerary
DAY 01 – ARRIVAL IN SRI LANKA & DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE EXPERIENCE
- Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport
- Warm welcome and meet & greet by the Let’s See Asia representative at the airport lobby
- Journey to Habarana
- Proceed to Habarana, located in the heart of Sri Lanka’s famous Cultural Triangle.
- En Route Visit – Dambulla Cave Temple
- On the way, visit the magnificent Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its ancient cave shrines, golden Buddha statues, and beautifully preserved wall paintings dating back centuries.
- Arrival in Habarana
- After completing the visit, continue to Habarana and check in at the hotel.
- Enjoy dinner at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Habarana
DAY 02 – ANCIENT KINGDOM OF POLONNARUWA & MINNERIYA SAFARI
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
- Morning – Explore the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
- Proceed to Polonnaruwa, one of Sri Lanka’s ancient royal capitals and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Explore the fascinating archaeological ruins, ancient palaces, sacred temples, massive stupas, and beautifully carved stone statues while discovering the rich history and heritage of Sri Lanka’s medieval kingdom.
- Afternoon – Minneriya National Park Safari
- In the afternoon, transfer to Minneriya National Park for an exciting wildlife safari experience.
- Enjoy a thrilling jeep safari through the park, famous for its large elephant gatherings, diverse birdlife, deer, buffalo, and other wildlife living in their natural habitat.
- Return to Habarana
- After the safari, return to the hotel and relax amidst the peaceful surroundings.
- Enjoy dinner at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Habarana
DAY 03 – SIGIRIYA ROCK FORTRESS & CULTURAL JOURNEY TO KANDY
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
- Morning – Explore Sigiriya Lion Rock
- Proceed to visit the iconic Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famously known as the “Lion Rock Fortress.”
- Climb through ancient royal gardens, impressive frescoes, mirror walls, and breathtaking viewpoints while discovering the fascinating history of King Kashyapa’s legendary palace built atop the massive rock fortress.
- Journey to Kandy
- After exploring Sigiriya, transfer to Kandy via Dambulla.
- En Route Cultural & Spiritual Experiences
- During the journey, visit several remarkable cultural and religious attractions, including:
- Nalanda Gedige – an ancient stone temple showcasing a unique blend of Hindu and Buddhist architecture
- Aluvihare Rock Temple – a historic Buddhist temple famous for preserving the teachings of Buddhism on palm leaf manuscripts
- Sri Muthumariamman Temple – a colorful and sacred Hindu kovil known for its stunning Dravidian architecture
- A traditional spice garden where you can discover Sri Lanka’s world-famous spices and Ayurvedic herbs
- Arrival in Kandy
- Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and relax amidst the beautiful hill country surroundings.
- Enjoy dinner at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Kandy
DAY 04 – SACRED KANDY, TEA COUNTRY & RAMBODA HIGHLANDS
- Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel
- Morning – Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Begin the day with a spiritual visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most revered Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world. Participate in the morning worship ceremony and experience the peaceful spiritual atmosphere surrounding the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha.
- Kandy City Experience
- After the temple visit, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka.
- During the tour, visit:
- A traditional batik factory showcasing Sri Lanka’s famous handmade textile art
- A wood carving workshop featuring skilled local craftsmanship and traditional Sri Lankan artistry
- Journey to Ramboda – Sri Lanka’s Tea Country
- Later, transfer to Ramboda through the scenic hill country surrounded by lush tea plantations and misty mountains.
- Tea Plantation & Tea Factory Visit
- En route, visit a beautiful tea plantation and tea factory to discover the fascinating process behind the world-famous Ceylon Tea. Learn how tea is carefully processed from leaf to cup while enjoying breathtaking mountain scenery.
- Check in at the hotel in Ramboda
- Enjoy dinner at the hotel
- Overnight stay in Ramboda
DAY 05 – NUWARA ELIYA, WATERFALL TRAIL & DEPARTURE JOURNEY
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
- Morning – Explore Nuwara Eliya
- Proceed to Nuwara Eliya, famously known as “Little England” due to its cool climate, colonial charm, and picturesque landscapes.
- Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the beautiful hill country city while experiencing its scenic gardens, mountain views, colonial architecture, and peaceful atmosphere.
- Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden
- Continue to Hakgala Botanical Garden, one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful botanical gardens, renowned for its colorful flower collections, exotic plants, and breathtaking mountain surroundings.
- Scenic Journey to Colombo
- Later, transfer to Colombo via Hatton and Kitulgala.
- During the journey, enjoy spectacular views of lush tea plantations, misty mountains, rivers, and several beautiful waterfalls along the scenic route.
- Optional Adventure Experience – White Water Rafting
- For adventure enthusiasts, white water rafting can be arranged in Kitulgala upon request. The activity takes approximately 2 hours and offers an exciting experience on the scenic Kelani River.
- Kitulgala is also famous as the filming location of the award-winning movie The Bridge on the River Kwai.
- Departure Transfer
- After completing the journey, transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight.
- Drop off at the departure lounge
- End of the services
- The itinerary may be subject to minor adjustments depending on flight schedules and operational conditions.
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CINNAMON LODGE HABARANA
4
GALWAY HEIGHTS -NUWARA ELIYA
4
AMAYA HILLS -4****
4
AMAYA LAKE -4****
3
MOUNT BLUE - KANDY
3
OAK -RAY TEA BUSH -3*** RAMBODA
3
PELWAHERA VILLAGE RESORT -3***
ARALIYA GREEN CITY -5*****
Overview
DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE
Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla which is a World Heritage Site (1991) in Sri Lanka. It is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses
POLONNARUWA CITY TOUR
Poḷonnaruwa is the main town of Polonnaruwa District in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. Polonnaruwa caries the ancient heritages of Sri Lanka New Town and the other part of Polonnaruwa remains as the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa.The second most ancient of Sri Lanka's kingdoms, Polonnaruwa was first declared the capital city by King Vijayabahu I, who defeated Chola invaders in 1070 to reunite the country once more under a local leader. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage Site.
MINNERIYA NATIONAL PARK
Minneriya National Park is a national park in North Central Province of Sri Lanka.The area was designated as a national park on 12 August 1997, having been originally declared as a wildlife sanctuary in 1938. The reason for declaring the area as protected is to protect the catchment of Minneriya tank and the wildlife of the surrounding area. The tank is historicaly importance, having been built by King Mahasen in their century AD. The park is a dry season feeding ground for the elephant population dwelling in forests of Matale, Polonnaruwa, and Trincomalee districts
SIGIRIYA –LION ROCK
The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 meters (660 ft) high. King Kasyapa built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colorful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure —Sīhāgiri, the Lion Rock. Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning. It is the most visited historic site in Sri Lanka.
NALANDA GEDIGE – NAULA
Nalanda Gedige is an ancient complete stone temple near Matale, Sri Lanka and its original site was considered as the center of Sri Lanka. The building was constructed in between 8th and 10th centuries with dravidian architecture inand is believed to have been used by Buddhists
ALUVIHARA ROCK TEMPLE / SPICE GARDEN
The Aluvihare Rock Temple (also called Matale Alu Viharaya) is a sacred Buddhist temple located in Aluvihare, Matale District of Sri Lanka.Surrounded by hills, and the Aluvihara cave temple is situated 30 km south of Kandy on the Matale-Dambulla road. The history of Aluvihare Rock Temple is traced back to the 3rd Century B.C to the reign of King Devanampiyatissa. It is believed that the King built the
MUTTU MARIAMMAN HINDU TEMPLE
Muthumariamman Temple or Arulmigu Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil is a Hindu temple in Matale, Sri Lanka. The prefix “Muthu”, literally means “pearl”. "Mari" means rain and "Amman" means mother in Tamil language. The temple is dedicated to Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility.
KANDY
Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple.
NUWARA ELIYA
Nuwara Eliya is a city, in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The city name meaning is "city on the plain (table land)" or "city of light". The city is the administrative capital of Nuwara Eliya District, with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. Nuwara Eliya is also known for the temperate, cool climate, the city is known for being the coolest area in Sri Lanka
Quotation on request basis. Please fill the booking form and send us.
Inclusions for the rate
- Accommodation in standard rooms on half board basis at hotels specified or of similar standard.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle from pick up at airport to drop off Colombo.
- Entrance fees and visits as per the itinerary.
- Service of National Guide/Chauffer - Guide
Value added services
- Bottled water during the tour.
- Gift Souvenirs.
Exclusions for the rate
- Visa fees – US$ 45.00 apply
- Entrance fees to sites not specified above.
- “X mas” & “New Year” Gala Dinner Supplement
- Cost of beverage throughout the tour.
- Expenses of a personal nature.
- Tips and Porterage
- Any other services not specified above.
- Optional excursions and additional services could be provided for which we will charge additionally.
- Visits to wild life parks will be at client's own risk.
- Jeeps available are very basic with basic insurance cover (not comprehensive as in the case of vehicles used for tours).
Hotel rules & Regulations
The official check-in time at all hotels will be 1400hrs.
The official check-out time at all hotels will be 1200hrs.
