Lotus DMC Lanka

Itinerary

Day 01 : Airport / Negombo

Program

Arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport where you will be welcomed by a representative of Lotus DMC Lanka or a tour guide.
Check in to the hotel, relax and unwind.

Drive (Approximately) - 8.9 km / 0 h 35 min

Dress Code – No Dress code

Overnight stay - Negombo.

Day 02 : Negombo / Hiriwadunna / Habarana / Sigiriya

Program

After Breakfast proceed to Habarana
In Habarana you will be able to visit Hiriwadunna village where you’ll be able to tour around and experience the village life of a Sri Lankan and get close to the Farming lifestyle.
Opportunity to ride a Bullock cart and have a traditional village lunch on your request
Optional tour to Minneriya National Park / Kaudulla National Park / Eco Park

Drive (Approximately) - 176 km / 3 h 45 min

Dress Code – No Dress code, carry a hat or a cap, sunglasses and sunscreen is recommended.

Overnight stay - Sigiriya..

Day 03 : Sigiriya / Polonnaruwa / Sigiriya

Program

After Breakfast proceed to Climb Ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress
In the rock fortress, you’ll be able to witness much ancient artwork, ruins and simply proud heritage of Sri Lanka
Then after you’ll be transferred to Polonnaruwa to engage in an Ancient city tour covering many cultural and historical artifacts ruins and Stupa

Drive (Approximately) - 123 km / 2 h 35 min

Dress Code – No Dress code, carry a hat or a cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen is recommended.

Overnight stay - Sigiriya.

Day 04: Sigiriya / Dambulla / Matale / Kandy

Program

After breakfast, proceed to Dambulla Rock Temple.
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
Then after proceed to Kandy via Matale and en-route Visit Spice Garden
In Kandy, you will get the opportunity to visit the Cultural show and Temple of the Tooth Relic

Drive (Approximately) - 123 km / 2 h 35 min

Dress Code – Casual wear with shoulders and legs covered, no hats and shoes allowed when visiting Temples. Wearing white recommended.

Overnight stay - Kandy.

Day 05: Kandy / Peradeniya / Kandy

Program

Have your Breakfast at the hotel and proceed to Peradeniya.
Witness the Royal Botanical Garden of Peradeniya, roam free through the garden.

Drive (Approximately) - 15 km / 0 h 45 min

Dress Code – No Dress code, carry a hat or a cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen is recommended.

Overnight stay - Kandy.

Day 06 : Kandy / Nuwara Eliya

Program

After Breakfast proceed to Nuwara Eliya
In Nuwara Eliya Visit a tea plantation and a tea factory and experience the tea making process from the tea bud to teacup

Drive (Approximately) - 80 km / 2 h 45 min

Dress Code – No Dress code, carry a hat or a cap, sunglasses and sunscreen is recommended.

Overnight stay - Nuwara Eliya.

Day 07: Nuwara Eliya / Yala

Program

After Breakfast proceed to Yala
Visit Yala National Park and engage in an adventure filled Safari through the wilderness

Drive (Approximately) - 155 km / 3 h 55 min

Dress Code – No Dress code, carry a hat or a cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen is recommended.

Overnight stay - Nuwara Yala.

Day 08: Yala / Galle / Beach Hotel

Program

After Breakfast proceed to Galle
Capture the opportunity to roam through the city of Galle and witness the Architecture, Culture, and Heritage of Sri Lanka.

Drive (Approximately) - 185 km / 4 h 15 min

Dress Code – No Dress code, carry a hat or a cap, sunglasses and sunscreen is recommended.

Lunch at Galle Restaurant and drop at the Beach stay.