Ramayana Trails Srilanka- Premium

Day -01 – Receive at Airport/Anuradhapura

Warmly welcomed by our airport representative, you will be introduced to your dedicated chauffer for the tour. Transfer to Anuradhapura.

AIRPORT –ANURADHAPURA
DISTANCE 175 KM
DURATION 3 HRS 50MINS (APPROXIMATELY)

En route visit to

MUNISHWARAM TEMPLE

It is believed that Munishwaram predates the Ramayana and a temple dedicated to lord Shiva was located here. Munishwaram means the first temple for Shiva (Munnu + Easwaran).

MANAVARI TEMPLE

Manavari is the first lingam installed and prayed by Rama and till date this lingam is called as Ramalinga Shivan. Rameshwaram is the only other lingam in world named after lord Rama.

Overnight stay at Anuradhapura.

Day -02 – ANURADHAPURA/TRINCOMALEE/SIGIRIYA

After breakfast, Reach to Anuradhapauara, visit to ANURADHAPURA ANCIENT CITY (UNESCO World Heritage) (2 Hrs) – (Entrance fee app. 20 $ per person)-Optional only

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TRINCOMALEE-SIGIRIYA
DISTANCE 100 KM
DURATION 2 HRS (APPROXIMATELY)

Overnight stay at Sigiriya.

Day -03 – SIGIRIYA/KANDY

After breakfast from hotel, visit to

SIGIRIYA– (Entrance fee app. 15 $ per person)

It was named as the eighth wonder of ancient world a rock fortress of Sri Lanka. The entrance looks like the mouth of a lion, it stands tall even today reminds ancient wonder. There are frescoes you can see inside the mighty rock.

Sigiriya may be the Alakamandava or City of the Gods that was built up before 50 centuries ago by King Kuvera who was the half-brother of King Ravana.

Dambulla Cave Temple-(Entrance fee app. 10 $ per person)

Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka. Largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka

Dambulla temple is a cave temple dating back to the 12^th century which was once refuge to king Walagamba. Today it bears intricately carved statues of Lord Buddha and various Hindu gods. Dambulla cave temple is also a UNESCO listed world heritage.

Spice garden

Enjoy Sri Lanka’s world renowned spices at their source. Visit a spice garden, where aroma of cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, nutmeg and mace overwhelm the senses and the visitors are provided an insight into an age old industry of spice production, which attracted many European and Asian merchants to the ports of ancient Sri Lanka.

On completion continue journey to Kandy.

SIGIRIYA-KANDY
DISTANCE 80 KM
DURATION 2 HRS 15 MINS (APPROXIMATELY)

Overnight stay at Kandy.

Day -04 – Kandy/Nuwaraeliya

After breakfast visit to Temple of Tooth.

TEMPLE OF TOOTH–(Entrance fee app. 10 $ per person)

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

Guest should be dressed covering knees and shoulders in a respectful manner.

Thereafter visit to (No entrance fee)

• Art gallery
• Kandy lake view
• Batik factory
• Wood carving
• Gem museum
• Local market.

On completion, proceed to Nuwara Eliya. Witness the Ramboda water fall & en-route visit to Hanuman Temple, Tea Factory you can stop and enjoy a cup of Ceylon Tea while enjoying the spectacular scenery. (No entrance fee)

Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple – Believed that Hanuman was searching for Sita Devi from a place called“Ravana Goda” close to this Bhakta Hanuman Temple. Important Ramayana tour site in Sri Lanka.

KANDY – NUWARA ELIYA
DISTANCE 95 KM
DURATION 2 HRS 30 MIN (APPROXIMATELY)

Overnight stay at Nuwaraeliya.

Day -05 Nuwaraeliya-Ella

Nuwaraeliya is also called “The Little England”, the structures have a British touch here.

Nuwara Eliya, because of its invigorating mountain climate and scenery, is Sri Lanka’s most popular hill resort. Nuwara Eliya is the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country producing a significant share of the world renowned Ceylon tea. Sri Lanka’s highest mountain Pidurutalagala (8282 feet) is located here.

Sita Amman temple –No entrance fee

Sita Amman Temple is the only Hindu Temple which dedicated to Princess Sita in Sri Lanka. Believed that the Sita Devi was kept captive at this site by King Ravana

Ashok Vatikar – (Now this is converted as Hakgala Botnic Gardens) (Entrance fee app. 10 $ per person)

Gregory Park and lake. – (Entrance fee app. 2 $ per person)

Overnight stay at Nuwaraeliya.

Day -6 Colombo

After breakfast from hotel proceed to Colombo.

NUWARA ELIYA-COLOMBO
DISTANCE 225 KM
DURATION 3 HRS 30 MIN (APPROXIMATELY)

Afternoon go on a site seeing and a shopping trip around the busy cities of Colombo. You’ll be seeing the famous Gangarama temple, Seema MaLakaya, Lotus tower the Municipal Council and Galle Face Green. You can enjoy fair bargain by shopping at some of the reputed shopping malls such as Odel, liberty plaza, majestic city, one gall face, etc.

DAY -07 – COLOMBO/DEPARTURE

Now that you are at the end of your journey with us, chauffeur will comfortably take you to the international airport in time for your departure flight.

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3-Star Hotels

*HB-Breakfast & dinner

*Price base on minimum 2 Pax

4-Star

*HB-Breakfast & dinner

*Price base on minimum 2 Pax

INCLUSIONS (ABOVE PRICE INCLUDES)

• Accommodation at the Hotels and as per the meal plans mentioned above.
• All transport services using 01 Air-conditioned Car based on options provided.
• All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
• Sightseeing (Entrance tickets not included)
• We will be providing an English speaking Chauffeur Guide throughout the tour.
• Bottle water during sightseeing tours and long drives.
• All presently applicable government taxes.
• 01 local SIM card (data/voice) with 100lkr Top up
• Chauffeur meals and accommodation.
• Parking and paging at the airport
• Local insurance for vehicle and passenger Insurance
• Highway Toll-Free
• Fuel surcharges and service fees
• Train tickets from Nanuoya to Ella

EXCLUSIONS (ABOVE PRICE EXCLUDES)

• Sightseeing entrance charges
• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
• Camera & video permits
• Travel insurance is not included
• Guide/driver tips
• Personal expenses
• Late check outs & early check in charges
• Sri Lanka tourist visa
• Air tickets

Special Notes: –

• Quotes are subject to availability of mentioned services and price fluctuations may occur prior to booking.
• All drive times are approximate and are subject to change prevailing road conditions.
• All reservations subject to availability at the time of booking.
• The standard hotel check-in time in Sri Lanka is 1400 hrs and the Check-out time is 1200 hrs.
• At local restaurants tipping can be about LKR 300.00 per meal.
• Visit to Buddhist Temples require proper dress attire; no sleeveless, no see-through & fully covered below knee.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. HOTELS

The above mentioned hotels will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. If not suitable alternatives will be suggested.

Please note that check in time to all hotels will be 1400hrs and check out is at 1200hrs

Early check in & late check-out possible to arrange on availability of the hotel.

Note: 100% cancellation charges applicable on changing the proposed/reserved hotels during the tour.

2) SIGHTSEEING

All sightseeing optional, can visit if guest likes only.

Some sites are subject to time and weather condition and other unavoidable circumstances

E g: safari, whale watching,

At Nuwara eliya, sightseeing & travel not allowed after 8 pm due to mist & fog

Smoking prohibited inside the vehicle

Please note that the transfer duration if mentioned is an approximate only. Transfer durations are subject to change due to weather, traffic, road conditions according to the chosen route or issue beyond our control

2) PAYMENT TERMS

To confirm the bookings you will have to pay 50% of the total package. Balance payable in full 45 days prior to arrival. Full payment is required if tour is booked less than 45 days.

The remaining balance can be paid by cash only on arrival at airport. No any additional charges cost

Methods of Payment

Payments for full or part payment for the travel arrangements may be made either by 1) bank transfer or 2) credit card (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX and China Union Pay). If paid via bank transfer, all additional charges and fees related to the transfer will be borne by you.

Credit Card (Master or Visa Card):

There will be a service charge of 3.5% if the payment is made by credit card if the money is to be settled by Master or Visa card.

Special Notes: –

• Quotes are subject to availability of mentioned services and price fluctuations may occur prior to booking.
• All drive times are approximate and are subject to change prevailing road conditions.
• All reservations subject to availability at the time of booking.
• The standard hotel check-in time in Sri Lanka is 1400 hrs and the Check-out time is 1200 hrs.
• Tipping can be US$ 10.00 per person per day but depending on your level of satisfaction with our services.
• At local restaurants tipping can be about LKR 300.00 per meal.
• Visit to Buddhist Temples require proper dress attire; no sleeveless, no see-through & fully covered below knee.

ENTRY/VISA REQUIREMENTS

CURRENT ENTRY PROCEDURE FOR SRI LANKA

• Guests should carry the original vaccination certificate/card with them (if the vaccination card details are not in

English, should produce a translated certified copy).

• Each traveller should submit a Health declaration form on arrival at the airport in Sri Lanka along with the above mentioned documents.
• A valid passport, not less than six months, a confirmed return or onward air ticket and sufficient funds for the stay are other the entry requirements to the country.
• Please note that the above details are subject to change when the government authorities revise their policies.