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Arrival at Colombo International Airport where you will be met & welcome by Helanka Vacations representative or Tour

Guide and transfer to Sigiriya.

En route visit Dambulla Rock Cave Temple. A hub which has been

treasured by many kings since the 1st century B.C. Today, an icon in

the face of Sri Lanka Dambulla Rock Temple houses some of the

most unique drawings in magnificently constructed 5 cave temples

flanking the golden temple of Dambulla. Observe how exquisitely

cave paintings are done along walls that shelter 150 statues of Lord

Buddha. As you enter the retreat look straight up to the gigantic

Buddha statue glittering in gold over a land which today houses an

important junction in the country's economic and cultural uplifting.

Climb the 5th century Sigiriya rock fortress which is a world

heritage site, built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD). The ''Lion

Rock'' is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200 metres from the

scrub jungle. The rock was the innermost stronghold of the 70

hectare fortified town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens

including the renowned water gardens ring the base of the rock.

Visit the world-renowned frescoes of the ''Heavenly Maidens'' of

Sigiriya, which are in a sheltered pocket of the rock approached by

a spiral stairway. These frescoes are painted in earth pigments on

plaster.

Airport - Sigiriya Day 1

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4 Nights 5 Days Thereafter, transfer to Polonnaruwa.

Walk across its scattered walls of the World Heritage

Site - blessed by stupas, resting Buddha statues,

irrigation canals and fantastically carved Hindu

sculptures - while observing the relic house - Watadage

- which boasts of beautiful stone carvings. Take a close

glance and you will realize a subtle Hindu influence on

architecture and statues found in Polonnaruwa. Or sit

by the side of Galviharaya and observe the absolute

beauty gushing out of every bend of its huge Buddhist

statues. Nissankamalla Council Chamber is however, a

head-spinning beauty to just sit back and observe with

its swaying pillars reminding the aesthetics of a

powerful kingdom which rests beside Parakrama

Samudraya - sea of Parakramabahu & masterpiece of

irrigation!

On completion transfer to Sigiriya.

Overnight stay at Sigiriya.

After breakfast travel to Kandy.

En-route visit Matale Spice Garden where you can participate

in a cooking demonstration on how to prepare meals in a

healthier manner utilizing the spices to the correct quantities

since spices enhance the colour, fragrance and the flavor of

food. also you can experience a hands-on demonstration with

the garden botanists about herbal treatments and their use.

Kandy is the charming hill capital of Sri Lanka and the island’s

second largest city. At an elevation of 465 meters above sea

level, Kandy is located 129 Km North-East of Colombo. Nestling

midst low hills, and looped by the Mahaweli river; Kandy is the

country’s religious and cultural center and a World Heritage

City.

Indulge in a city tour of Kandy throughout the day giving space for a variety of sites to visit such as the famous temple of the

tooth relic, the Ceylon tea museum and the Kandy Lake.

Rest at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Kandy.

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Once done with Breakfast, head to Ella by Train where you will pass the nine arches bridge.

Ella is surrounded with beautiful rocks and mountains, including the towering Ella Rock. So if you are into hiking and mountaineering, you can enjoy some of the most spectacular views of Sri Lanka.

After the train ride, visit Ravana Waterfall - It is said that Ravana had kidnapped princess Sita, and had hidden her in the caves behind this waterfall, now simply known as the Ravana Ella Cave. At the time, the cave was surrounded with thick forests in the midst of wilderness. It is also believed that Rama’s queen bathed in a pool that accumulated the water falling from this waterfall.

Visit the spice garden in Ella.

Another historical places for your list near Ella, a temple is thought to be done by King Walagamba in the in first century BC. Dowa Rock Temple lies few kilometers away from the Ella town on the Ella - Bandarawela Road. This is one of the many temples built by the king while taking refuge in the Uva province after an Indian invasion. The temple has gain popularity mainly due to its massive 38 feet Buddha Statue carved in the granite rock. But this temple also hides some secrets that time has forgotten.

Overnight stay in Ella.

Kandy-Ella Day 3

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Visit Little Adma’s Peak in Ella after an early Breakfast at Hotel.

Enjoy the sunrise and have a little time to enjoy the view. Visit Little Adams Peak whether considering the word ‘Little’, it is named after the sacred Adams Peak (Sri Pada –where the foot print of Lord Buddha is preserved) regarding the similarity between the two mountains. Therefore the mountain was called as Little Adams Peak.

It is 1141m 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.

Later check-out from hotel and proceed to Unawatuna.

En-route visit Tangalle.

Visit Blowhole in Tangalle. Hummanaya is a natural blowhole, and caused when sea water rushes through a submerged cavern and is pushed upwards. The sea water flows underneath the shore, and then comes out of this hole due to pressure. The water fountain created by the geological feature shoots up every couple of minutes, depending on the nature of the sea, with the spray often reaching as high as 25 m (82 ft) to 30 m (98 ft) Once in every 10-15 minutes or so, the water pressure builds up to give out the stunning spray. Waiting for that moment can be quite tense, especially if one is hoping to capture it on film as it is over in a flash. I had to click many times and wait a long while to capture a few good shots. But I could have gone on waiting for hours, so special was the moment. For the hour of so that we were there, the spray reached up to about 120 feet once, while at other times it was less.

Later check in to hotel.

Overnight stay in Unawatuna.

Breakfast at hotel.

You can spend the morning at the hotel and later leave for the airport for a timely departure.

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Unawatuna - Ahungalla Day 5

Nuwara Eliya Overnight Stay in Nuwara Eliya Day 4

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Price for the tour Description

4 star Hotels – Accommodating in Double rooms Per person USD 910.00

Price Does Not Include

Price Includes

4 nights’ accommodation on Bed & Breakfast basis

in Double room sharing basis. Transport in an Air-Conditioned Vehicle with an

English-Speaking Guide.

Breakfast throughout the Tour

Train tickets from Kandy to Ella.

Tour pack with the compliments of Helanka

Vacations.

Government TAX

4 star Hotels

Elephas hotel, Sigiriya Thilanka Kandy Mountain Heavens, Ella Calamander Hotel, Unawatuna.

Early Check-In and Lake Check-Out at other

hotels.

Tips and other expenses of a personal nature

Boat/Jeep fees

Entrance Fees

Every other meal throughout the tour.

Camera permits (for tourist sites)

All extra expenses to Hotels.

Price Does Not Include

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