Delights of Sri Lanka

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16 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Within 16 days, see the top tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. Beautiful cities may be seen along the way. While on a historical voyage, discover the beauty of this legendary ruler. Among the top attractions in Anuradhapura are the temple ruins. The Giant Rock Fortress ascent An ancient mountain ruin with breath-taking views that most visitors never get to see allows you to witness the boundless skill of the Sri Lankan aborigines via incredible technical stone methods and wall murals. The capital, Kandy, is located in a hilly region. There is a wide range of cultural variety in the area of Kandy. Visit Ella Flying Ravana to experience the excitement of zip line.Hike to Little Adem's Peak while admiring the Nine Arch Bridges' architectural design. Next Experience a Jeep safari in Wilderness National Park. Watch out for native sloth bears, foxes,Lepoard,mongooses, native birds, snakes, and other creatures inside the jungle. You can see and enjoy the shores of Sri Lanka's sea and more.

What's Included

English Speaking Driver Cum Guide
Water Bottle (Daily 500ml)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Seasonal Fruits
Dinner (Optional[15])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[15])
Breakfast
Free WIFI Onboard (Upon Request)
15 Night Accommodation
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch
Entrance fees For Sites
Optional Activities
Gratuity For Driver & Guide

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick-up time Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance

Itinerary

Duration: 16 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Airport - Negombo

    1 stop
  • 1

    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 Vacations 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 Negombo.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Negombo Sightseeing

    2 stops
  • 2
    Negombo Lagoon

    Feel relaxed on calm waters and idyllic scenes of local life and nature.Board your boat and push out into the lagoon and through the mangroves. Enjoy the breeze and bright sunshine of the late morning. As you cruise along the water, watch as fishermen cast their nets and float beside sailing boats as they make their way out to the sea. See a wide range of water birds and waders. Depending on the tide and season, have the chance to see the gull colony on the sand flats. During your boat excursion, refreshments will be provided.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Negombo

    North of Colombo, the country's capital, on Sri Lanka's west coast lies a city called Negombo. The ruins of the Dutch Fort from the 17th century today shelter a jail close to the river. Fishermen's cottages flank the Negombo Lagoon, which flows into the Hamilton Canal built during the Dutch era. The canal goes to Colombo in the south. The 1920s-built neoclassical St. Mary's Church has a colorful ceiling covered with religious artwork.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Negombo - Wilpathu National Park - Anuradhapura

    2 stops
  • 4
    Wilpattu National Park

    The oldest and biggest park in Sri Lanka is Wilpattu National Park. Visit Wilpattu, which translates to "natural lakes" in Sinhala and "10 lakes" in Tamil. Wilpattu National Park is home to several lakes. Leopards, elephants, bears, deer, crocodiles, reptiles, and a wide variety of birds will all be present for you to see. One of the top travel sites in Sri Lanka, particularly for family adventure vacations and wildlife photography trips, is Wilpathu National Park.

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Anuradhapura

    One of South Asia's most stirring sites is the Anuradhapura ruins. A wide variety of architectural and archaeological marvels may be seen throughout the expansive site.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Anuradhapura Sightseeing

    20 stops
  • 6

    Ranmasu Uyana is situated north to the Isurumuniya.The originator of this garden is lost in the history but Ranmasu Uyana was probably established as an alternate to all the parks donated to the maha sanga. Each of these ponds are designed with precision irrigation techniques so that the water from tissa weva passed through all the ponds and tanks in the garden before releasing them for irrigation work.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Ruwanwelisaya

    Ruwanwelisaya is one of the eight places of veneration situated in Anuradhapura. The stupa is believed to have been visited by Buddha during his three visits to Sri Lanka. It is located just a short walk away from Maha Bodhi tree and is considered an icon of architectural glory. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Abayagiriya Stupa

    Jethawana Stupa is the largest stupa in the Sri Lanka. It was originally 400 feet (122 meters) in height and was the third tallest building in the world at that time. Even today as a brick monument, Jethawanaramaya still remains the tallest of its kind. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9

    Tissa Wewa is an ancient irrigation tank was built by King Devanampiya Tissa (250-210 BC). The embankment of Tissa Wewa is 11,000 feet long (Two miles) and 25 feet high. Only Panda Wewa and Abhaya Wewa are considered to be older than Tissa Wewa.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

    Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka is the oldest living tree in documented history of the world. It is a sapling from the historical Bodhi tree under which Buddha enlightened. The oldest living human-planted tree in the world with a known planting date. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    Abhayagiri Dagaba

    Colossal dagoba was the ceremonial focus of Abhayagiri Monastery in India. Originally over 100m high, it was one of the greatest structures in the ancient world. Today, after several reconstructions, it soars 75m above the forest floor. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 12
    Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

    India's Bodhgaya tree is central to Anuradhapura in both a spiritual and physical sense. It has been tended by succession of guardians for over 2000 years and is said to be the oldest tree in the world. Thousands of devotees come to make offerings on poya (full moon) days and weekends.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 13
    Dagoba of Thuparama

    Thuparama Dagoba is the oldest dagoba in Sri Lanka. It was constructed by King Devanampiya Tissa in the 3rd century BC. Its 'heap-of-paddy-rice' shape was restored in 1862 to a more conventional bell shape. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 14
    Mirisaveti Stupa

    Mirisawetiya Dagaba has been built by King Dutugamunu (161-137 BC) and this belongs to Mahavihara Complex.It is said that he called this dagaba "Mirisavatiya" because the king forgot to present a food made out of chilli (miris) to the Buddhist priests before he consumed it. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 15

    Built in 1070 (some 12 centuries after Anuradhapura’s heyday), this palace was an attempt by King Vijayabahu I to link his reign with the glories of the ancient Sinhalese capital. Little remains today except two fine, but surprisingly modest, guard stones.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Lankarama Sthupa

    The actual stupa has been renovated, but little remains of the vatadage except the ruins of a few broken pillars in the middle of the large courtyard. The name of the Stupa too has been changed from Silasobha Khandaka Cetiya to the simpler Lankaramaya. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Lovamahapaya

    Lovamahapaya in Sri Lanka, also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasada, is a set of ruins with hundreds and hundreds of stone pillars that lie between the stupa Ruwanwelisaya and the Great Bodhi Tree of Anuradhapura. This is the location of a once mighty nine storied monastic structure built by the King Dutugemmunu in the 2nd century BC. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 18
    Samadhi Statue

    Samadhi Statue is considered one of the best sculptures in the Anuradhapura era. It is made out of dolomite marble and stands 7 feet 3 inches (2.21 metres) in height. The statue's eyes are hollow indicating they were impressed with crystal or precious stones.

    Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Mihintale

    With the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Mihintale Mountain began to serve as a residential area for the venerable monks headed by Arahath Mahinda Mahathera. Soon, with the royal patronage, the sanctuary housed a multitude of with monastic buildings-stupas, uposathgharas and bodhigharas.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 20
    Ritigala Forest Monastery

    The Ritigala Mountain is the highest mountain in the north-central dry plains of Sri Lanka. It is the watershed of the Malwatu Oya which feeds the Nachaduwa tank and Kalueba Ela which feeds Huruluwewa.

    Admission ticket free
  • 21
    Isurumuniya Temple

    This charming rock temple, dating from the reign of Devanampiya Tissa (r 307–267 BC), is set around a lovely lotus pond, the corner of which is carved with images of elephants playfully splashing water. The central temple has some particularly fine mural paintings. Climb around the back to the rock summit to see the bell-shaped stupa and a pair of Buddha footprints etched into the rock. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 22

    The approach to this ancient historical site is very pleasant, winding its way through paddy fields and vegetable cultivations – typical rural Sri Lanka, which gives way to beautiful stands of tall, dry monsoon forest. You even find peacocks crossing the road at intervals. The archeological site at Kaludiya Pokuna has a few ruins including a stupa, and it is very obvious to the visitor, that this ancient site screams of neglect

    Admission ticket free
  • 23
    Moonstone or Sandakada pahana

    The moonstone (Sandakada Pahana) is a permanent feature of the Buddhist building of all historical periods. This is a semi-circular piece of stone which stood at the foot of a flight of steps in most Buddhist buildings. Although the moonstone is generally semi-circular, sometimes you can come across square moonstones. It is thought that the moon stones originated as blank square stone and later developed in to a semi-circular shape. This again developed to include multitude of carved decorations in later stages. (03 Hrs - Ancient City combined)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 24
    Vessagiriya Ruins

    Vessagiriya is located few hundred meters left to the current Isurumuniya on the old Anuradhapura-a-Kurunegala road. This temple complex is located in and around 3 beautiful bolder formations spread across a large area in front of the Tissa Weva. On one these is a remains of a dagaba. Remains of 23 caves with drip ledges which the monks used can be seen on two of the rock formations.

    Admission ticket free
  • 25

    This museum, south of the Abhayagiri Dagoba, is arguably the most interesting in Anuradhapura and contains a collection of squatting plates, jewellery, pottery and religious sculpture from the site. The new museum at Abhayagiri Monastery, a source of valuable information to the tourists, was established in memory of Fa-hien to house the treasures discovered during the excavations at Abhayagiri Monastery.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Anuradhapura - Polonnaruwa

    14 stops
  • 26

    The impressive Royal Palace, located in Sri Lanka's historic city of Polonnaruwa, was built between 1153 and 1186 during the reign of King Mahaparakram Bahu. Due to its significant historical significance, UNESCO designated the Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu as a World Heritage Site in 1982.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 27

    The circular building of Dalada Maluwa, also known as Terrace of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha, is a beautiful work of art and architecture of the 12th century. It was built by King Parakrambahu the great (1164-1196AD), it was later enhanced and decorated by King Nissankamalla (1198-1206).

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 28
    Polonnaruwa Vatadage

    This lovely Stupa House (Vatadage) was constructed before Nissanga Malla's (1187–1196) reign, but he carried out significant renovations on it. Thus, what you see today was probably created by him. (combined with Dalada Maluva)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 29

    Atadage Dalada Maligaya is the house of the tooth relic of Buddha built by King Vijayabahu I (1070-1110). This building is built on 54 stone pillars. The tooth relic has been kept on the second floor probably made out of wood.(combined with Dalada Maluva)

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 30
    Rankoth Vehera

    Rankoth Vehera is the 4th largest stupa in Sri Lanka. It was built by the Nissanka Malla(1187-1196) it is one of the most sought after tourist attractions, i.e. 'dagobas' of the country.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 31
    Gal Vihara

    Gal Vihara is a rock temple of Buddha which is in the north of Sri Lanka. It is located in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Polonnaruwa. It has four rock statues, each portraying different figures of Buddha. The third one is a standing figure, and the fourth is a reclining figure.

    Admission ticket free
  • 32
    Samudra Parakrama

    Parakrama Samudra is a water reservoir which consists of five different lakes namely Thopa, Dumbutulu, Erabadu, Boo, Katu tanks. Parakrama Samudra is a water reservoir which consists of five different lakes. It is also known as King Parakrama's Sea and is in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka. Topa Wewa is the oldest reservoir here which was built around 386 AD.

    Admission ticket free
  • 33
    Pothgul Viharaya

    Pothgul Viharaya is an old library and monastery in the Polonnaruwa district of Sri Lanka. The ruins of this ancient library date back to the twelfth century. It was thought to be a Buddhist library complex where Buddhist writings were studied. Now it is nothing but a demolished historic site.

    Admission ticket free
  • 34
    Pabalu Vehera

    It is in outstanding condition and is the third-largest dagaba of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. It is unknown where the Pabalu Vehera stupa got its unusual shape. A concubine of the great Parakramabahu the Great erected it ( 1153-1186 AD). Currently, this stupa is referred to as "Pabalu," amount of glass beads were discovered. Recently, invading parties and treasure hunters demolished the stupa's top and middle sections.

    Admission ticket free
  • 35
    Nissanka Latha Mandapaya

    Nissanka Latha Mandapaya is located in Dalada Maluwa quadrangle of Polonnaruwa district in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. The purpose of this construction was to recite and hear Buddhist scriptures. The granite pillars are 8.5 feet tall and surprisingly curved at three places. The middle of the platform is a small stupa, which is also made of stone. The top of the pillars has a carving of a blooming lotus, while the test of the columns denotes the structure of a stem.

    Admission ticket free
  • 36

    The Nelum pokuna or the Lotus bath is a small stone bath of completely unique design, built in tiers of eight petalled lotuses. The jewel of the architecture lies hidden along the lonely road to the northern city, well away from the bus loads of pilgrims and tourists.

    Admission ticket free
  • 37
    Thivanka Image House

    The Buddha statue at the Thivanka Pilimage is about 8 meters in height but today the part of the statue above the head has been destroyed. The inside walls of the buildings has been decorated with frescoes showing the Jataka Stories (prior births of Buddha before enlightenment). As most other structures of this era, this is too built with bricks including the statue.The Buddha statue at the Thivanka Pilimage is about 8 meters in height but today the part of the statue above the head has been destroyed.

    Admission ticket free
  • 38

    The Shiva Devale No. 2 is thought to be the oldest structure in Polonnaruwa because it was constructed during the South Indian Chola era, when the city was founded by Indian invaders. It had been constructed entirely of stone, in contrast to many of the structures in the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa. This is why the building is still in a similar shape to how it was when it was built hundreds of years ago. Keep an eye out for the statue of Nandi, the bull, Lord Shiva's mount.

    Admission ticket free
  • 39
    Kiri Vehera

    The Kiri Vehera of Polonnaruwa is said to have been built by a queen of king Parakramabahu (1153-1186). The original name of this has been "Rupavathi Stupa" and this too is a part of Alahana Privena. Its cylindrical surfaces are divided in to eight parts with pilasters between the pilasters are figures of deities with hands in the attitude of adoration. According to Paranavithana, the stupa had 16 reliefs telamons supporting the pseudo-entablature which was badly weathered. The two identical stupas south to the Lankathilaka is thought to be built upon remains of a king and a queen.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Polonnaruwa - Minneriya National Park Safari

    1 stop
  • 40
    Minneriya National Park

    Elephant Safari Park in Minneriya is During the dry season, a great deal of Sri Lankan elephants are drawn to the grasslands around the reservoir's perimeter. The Minneriya tank helps to support a sizable herd. The number of elephants present here ranges between 150 and 200. According to some estimations, there are up to 700 elephants in the world. They come here from Wasgamuwa National Park and take use of the food and protection provided by the forest in the park. Elephants are a major reason why people travel to Minneriya, especially during the dry season.

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 7

    Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya - Village Safari

    4 stops
  • 41
    Oakray Woodcarvings

    From typical wooden elephant ornaments to the more intricately carved wooden traditional masks, Oak Ray Wood Carving boasts of one of the more comprehensive wood carving collections in Sri Lanka. The ‘Oak Ray’ brand, primarily catering to the hospitality needs of tourists has diversified its name into the niche of handicrafts and has quickly become a go-to establishment to find that perfect memento of your journey around the Paradise Island of Sri Lanka.

    Admission ticket free
  • 42
    Pidurangala 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 43
    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)

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 44
    Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

    Rising dramatically from the central plains, the enigmatic rocky outcrop of Sigiriya is perhaps Sri Lanka's single most dramatic sight. Near-vertical walls soar to a flat-topped summit that contains the ruins of an ancient civilisation, thought to be once the epicentre of the short-lived kingdom of Kassapa, and there are spellbinding vistas across mist-wrapped forests in the early morning.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 8

    Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy

    7 stops
  • 45

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 46
    Ibbankatuwa 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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 47

    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 48
    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.

    Admission ticket free
  • 49
    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 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 50
    Golden Temple of Dambulla

    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 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 51

    A must-see for every visitor to the historic city of Kandy is the Kandyan Cultural Dance Show, an enlightening display of Sri Lankan arts, dance, and cultural history. It is typical for generations to carry down specific dance styles that are exclusive to certain parts of the island.In local rites these dances are done utilizing regionally specific drums and clothing. A must-see for every visitor to the historic city of Kandy is the Kandyan Cultural Dance Show, an enlightening display of Sri Lankan arts, dance, and cultural history. It is typical for generations to carry down specific dance styles that are exclusive to certain parts of the island. In local rites these dances are done utilizing regionally specific drums and clothing.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 9

    Kandy - Kitulgala Rafting

    2 stops
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    Rafting Team 39

    Anyone over the age of 10 may participate in this sport with the assistance of rafts, safety equipment, and a thorough safety briefing from our white water rafting experts. Enjoy a river soak after the excursion. After gaining some experience with water rafting Enjoy the Srilankan Traditional lunch.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 53

    Make your way through the maze of tea bushes and discover where the elixirs of Sri Lanka Come from. There are many tea plantations and tea factories that will be more than happy to Show you around, and explain the tea plucking and tea-making processes as well as let you try some of their freshly brewed tea! A truly Sri Lankan's tea experience.

    2 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Day 10

    Kandy - Ella (By Train)

    2 stops
  • 54

    Transfer from Kandy to Peradeniya Railway Station Proceed to Ella by train.(Udarata Menike Train)

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 55
    Ella

    Train journeys are real cultural experiences, and the most scenic routes will be highlights of your visit - in particular the wonderful journey from Kandy to Ella Train Station which will travel through man made tunnels, beautiful mountains and tea plantations in the hill country. The scenery from the train is breathtaking! Like a green carpet of tea bushes rolling by, with colorful sari-dressed tea pickers popping out of the sea of green.

    7 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 11

    Ella - Haputhle

    5 stops
  • 56
    Lipton’s Seat

    The Sri Lankan highlands are where Lipton's Seat is situated. 7 kilometers separate this little settlement from Dambatenne, a tea plantation. Every bus or tuk-tuk, regardless matter where you start from, must travel the tiny road that weaves its way up through the tea plantations from Dambatenne town to the viewpoint. The tea factory, which many tourists visit after Lipton's Seat, lies in the town of Dambatenne. Dambatenne does not have lodging, thus you must stay in either Ella or Haputale (more info below).

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 57
    Little Adam's Peak View Point

    Little Adams Peak whether considering the word ‘Little’, it is named after the sacred Adams Peak (Sri Pada –where the footprint of Lord Buddha is preserved) regarding the similarity between the two mountains. Therefore, the mountain was called as Little Adams 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 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 58

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 59
    Nine Arches Bridge

    The Nine Arch Bridge in Ella is on the Demodara loop and spans 91 meters at a height of 24m. The beautiful nine arches make it a very picturesque spot especially as it is located in a dense jungle and agricultural setting. Behind the railway, a forest is booming and below, tea leaves are being cultivated.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 60

    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 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Day 12

    Ella - Yala Evening Safari

    1 stop
  • 61

    Afternoon experience a safari at Yala National Park - park covers 126,786 hectares including the Strict Natural Reserve (Block II). The most familiar is Block I (14,101 hectares) and this were established in 1938. Yala is famous for its big herds and large number of Elephants, Leopards, Spotted Deer, Sambhur, Crocodiles, Mongoose, Wild Boar, Wild Buffalo, and many other animals. More than 130 bird species are recorded which includes the resident and winter visitors. Sighting of animals and species may vary.

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 13

    Ella - Yala National Park Morning safari

    1 stop
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    Yala National Park - Main Entrance

    In the early hours of the day, visitors to Yala National Park may see leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, spotted deer, and a variety of birds.

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 14

    Ella - Mirissa

    1 stop
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    Mirissa Beach

    Mirissa is famous for its sands and waves, but there's far more beneath the surface: an incredible array of sea mammals can be found off its coast.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 15

    Mirissa whale Watching

    1 stop
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    Mirissa Whale Watching

    Join a whale and dolphin watching boat in seeking out some of the species that frequent Sri Lanka's waters and watch them swim and play in their natural habitat. Out in the waters, you might be able to spot the largest animal in the world: the blue whale. You may also see massive Bryde's whales, long sperm whales with their calves, spearlike Fin whales, and the intimidating Orca, or killer whales. The experience is a purely responsible one: you will not be disturbing the whales in their habitat and simply watch their pods swim along. This goes the same for the dolphins (among them common, bottlenose, spinner, striped, and Risso's dolphins) who will be playing and leaping from the water as they play in the bow waves.

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 16

    Mirissa - Airport

    1 stop
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    You will then be transferred at the airport for departure. Private transfer from Mirissa to the airport. You will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport in time to check in for your onward flight.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour.
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