DAY 01
DAMBULLA
The temple of Dambulla has five caves and 157 Lord Buddha statues, many paintings on the ceilings and walls that emphasize the ancient artistic talent. The cave, rock and temple history dates back to the first millennium B.C. These caves' attraction is not only the statues, but also the many complex and sensitive paintings produced with indigenous traditional paintings that cover the ceiling and walls. The premises were proclaimed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1991 due to the history, archeological and artistic consequences. For over 22 centuries, the temple has been in use and still has a feeling of benevolence and spirituality. Visitors may climb up steps to the temple and the view from the top of the rock is as inspiring as the temple's golden interior.
SIGIRIYA ROCK FORTRESS
Called for its initial name of "Sinhagiri" by many names including "The Lion Rock," Sigiriya is close to the town of Dambulla and is a colossal rock column nearly 200 m elevated. It was a royal citadel for 18 years (477-495) when it was fortified by King Kasyapa. Sigiriya's architectural and irrigation technologies, like the Water Gardens, are still baffling engineers. Steep metal steps with railings climb up pass a wall adorned with bare-breasted women's frescoes. They are considered unique by art specialists. The rock's summit is a hectare in region and the palace's exterior wall was built on the rock's edge with gardens and a lake softening the eerie’s harshness. Because it was built more than 1,500 years ago, it is asserted as the Eighth Wonder of the World by enthusiasts and is still a World Heritage Site.
DAY 02
POLONNARUWA ANCIANT CITY
Great Citadel mixed in three major sectors as Religious Royalty and Civilization bears witness to several developments in economic, agricultural, cultural and religious value and provides a great learning point of technology with enormous Structural Brick Works, Wonderful Irrigation Systems, Classic Arts where King Parakramabahu created a golden era in which the premise of no water drop was to be wasted, and each one was to be used for the growth of the soil, totally self-sufficient with sophisticated agricultural and irrigation systems with a multitude of religious buildings Buddhist & Hindu Temples, Pagodas and Lakes proved to be the best in the preparation of archeological relics to bear witness to the Kingdom's regard and prominence.
MINNERIYA NATIONAL PARK
Minneriya National Park, Sitting in the center of the cultural triangle, Minneriya is a nice solution to the busier parks in the south and in a day between visiting the ancient towns, it is simple to weave here. The dry season is the best time to visit the 8,890-hectare park, preferably from June to September, when the old tank, the lake that dominates the region, dries out and the grasses and shoots move through. During this period you can see herds of feeding and washing up to 150 elephants, as well as toque macaques and sambar deer. Cormorants and painted storks are among the hungry bird flocks. Minneriya, nearest to the ancient town of Polonnaruwa by vehicle, has been upgraded from a nature reserve to a national park due to the increasing amount of visitors coming to see the elephants.
DAY 03
KANDY
The ancient kingdom of Kandy is home to the Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha as well as Edwardian buildings, a king-made lake, a nature reserve and exciting shops.
As the island's largest town and the capital of the Central Province, Kandy has evolved from being a medieval kingdom to a friendly, busy town set in wooded hills encircled by tea plantations and close to Peradeniya's Royal Botanical Gardens. There are many Buddhist monasteries and Hindu worship areas to visit as well as cultural dance performances to watch as well as the Tooth Temple.
Kandy is a convenient base for staying for a couple of days while exploring the Cultural Triangle as there are comfortable hotels suitable for every budget. The town can be readily reached by rail and highway.
CEYLON SPICE GARDEN
Sri Lankan spices, wealth and diversity offered perfect grounds for traditional Ayurveda. Ayurveda is an ancient medicine type, the Long Life Science, which uses natural remedies to attain physical and mental well-being. In Ayurveda massage and alternative therapies, herbs, spices and their natural oils are prominent. Sri Lankan spices are used with 24 herbs and spices in a range of perfume, soap and other cosmetics, essential oils aromatherapy and Ayurvedic toothpaste.
SRI MUTHUMARIAMMAN TEMPLE
The temple is renowned in the region for both Hindu and Buddhist individuals. Hindus venerate the Hindu goddess of rain and fertility, Muthumari Amman, while Buddhists venerate this temple as a location devoted to Pattini goddess, the patron deity of fertility and health. Sri Muthumariamman Temple history can be traced back to the nineteenth century.
TEMPLE OF THE TOOTH
The golden canopy of the medieval Temple of the Tooth is a landmark dominating the ancient kingdom, now contemporary town, of Kandy. The Sacred Relic of Buddha's tooth was brought from India in the 4th century before being placed in the 16th century in a specially built temple in Kandy. The moat was later added to the octagonal structure. The relic of the tooth is enclosed within the confines of the temple in seven golden caskets decorated with gemstones, in the form of a Stupa. The temple is open to visitors. In August there will be an annual procession (Perahera) of a tooth casket replica. Elephants are colorfully caparized and garlanded with flowers and lights as crowds love the sight of fire eaters, stilt dancers, whip crackers and jugglers parading Kandyan drums' rhythmic vibrations.
KANDYAN CULTURAL SHOW
This cultural display, held in Kandy town, portrays multiple types of Kandyan dancing that was once indigenous to the region but has now spread to distinct areas of the island. Originating from a dance conducted by Indian shamans who went to the island, Kandyan dance plays a significant part in the culture of Sri Lanka and is a highly anticipated event during the processions of perahera. During the show, you will see several dances depicting the graceful motions of birds and animals that trace their roots back to the ancient ritual known as the Kohomba Kankariya, as well as vigorous acrobatic performances where people execute a sequence of jumping pirouettes and stunts such as plate-spinning and the spectacular fire walk that ends the show.
DAY 04
CEYLON GEM MUSEUM & ARCADE
Sri Lanka is a renowned nation for Precious Gems & Minerals as Blue Sapphire is one of Sri Lanka's most popular products and you'll be trailing on an advanced Gem Museum & Arcade that offers a one-stop shop in Gem Museum, Model Mines, Crafters Workshop and Gem Arcade that you can buy even on your manner or the budget you're earning. Through Sri Lanka customs, the all bought are duty free and likely more cost-effective compared to other nations.
RAMBODA WATER FALLS
Ramboda Falls is 109 meters elevated and 11th largest waterfall in Sri Lanka, consisting of 03 parts and 729th highest waterfall in the globe located in the region of Pussellawa, on the Ramboda Pass highway. It was created by Panna Oya, a Kothmale Oya tributary. The fall’s altitude is 945 meters above sea level.
TEA PLANTATION & FACTORY
Nuwara-Eliya Located at approximately 2000 meters above sea level which is surrounded by lush tea plants and misty mountains. It is also the "heart" of the tea productions of Sri Lankans and produces the world's finest tea. Ramboda Tea Factory is located in the town of Ramboda at about 1200 m above sea level. And it's surrounded by quiet, scenic surroundings. Visiting the tea factory is an education on the procedures engaged in the withering, rolling, fermentation, drying, cutting, sieving and grading of tea. It's likely the most extensive tea factory tour around, and then you can taste the finest cup of tea from Sri Lanka and purchase the highest quality tea products from the showroom at the factory.
NUWARA ELIYA
At an altitude of more than 1,800 m above sea level, Nuwara Eliya's scenic landscape is known as "Little England" due to its similarity to English bungalows and its cool climate (in some hotels there are even log fires).
Piduruthalagala, Sri Lanka's highest mountain overlooks Nuwara Eliya. It was the retreat for British residents from coastal heat in colonial days and even today rituals such as horse racing, boating on the lake, lovely flower garden contests and golf tournaments take place during the April and August local holiday season. Most of the new flowers, fruits and vegetables in Sri Lanka are cultivated in the region and dairy and strawberry farms are also available. The Haggala Botanical Gardens close the city, like a walk across Horton Plains, is a prime attraction.
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
Queen Elizabeth toured this quintessentially British church when she arrived at Nuwara Eliya during her official visit to Sri Lanka in 1954. The Queen later gifted the church a royal-blue carpet and a beautiful stained-glass window to commemorate what she considered to be a special highlight by all accounts. It is reported that she was particularly fascinated by the enormous (and unfortunately now obsolete) pipe organ of the church and the two ancient lych-gates, where the planters who went to the church would dismantle. The church's first wedding was of a Ceylonian pair, and the first baptism in 1843 was of a soldier's girl in the 95th Light Infantry.
GREGORY LAKE
Built in 1873 by a former British governor, this amazing lake in the middle of Nuwara Eliya is now a favourite attraction for inhabitants and tourists alike. It also offers an increasingly famous seaplane taxi and airborne sightseeing services landing strip, as well as frequent flights between Nuwara Eliya and Colombo. Features include swan boat rides, pony rides, paddle boats and jet skiing, while paved walkways and bicycle trails run through hedged gardens in forms like birds and animals.
DAY 05
WHITE WATER RAFTING
Experience White Water Rafting on the scenic river Kelani, covering five main rapids and four minor rapids. For anyone over the age of 10, this activity includes safety gear, contemporary rafts, and white water rafting instructors will give a thorough safety briefing in advance. The covered distance is about 5 km. You will be enchanted by the river and its surroundings, with a memorable experience during your Kitulagala White Water Rafting Tour.
BENTOTA
Bentota is the place to be for a wonderfully relaxing beach holiday; it claims Sri Lanka's finest golden sand beach with scuba diving, snorkeling and a wide variety of water sports. It is now available via the Southern Expressway at 62 km south of Colombo and has a portfolio of guesthouses and restaurants to match the budget of every tourist: from low-cost bed & breakfast in local households to luxury suites in refurbished top-notch hotels. But there is not only the sprawling beach and ocean, Bentota also has a vast lagoon at the mouth of its river with many water sports centers on its banks where water skiing, jet skiing and pleasure riding can be arranged by catamaran or motorboat on inflatable rafts as well as deep sea fishing and inland river cruises. The holiday scene is completed by stylish restaurants and bars.
DAY 06
MADU RIVER SAFARI BALAPITIYA
First you will meet "Captain" at River Excursion Point as you will welcome by himself very prominent way and will tell you about the "Safari" and compliments of the excursion with many security advice, then you will take a Boat Safari in River Madu a Wetland Conservation which Shallow Water Body (River & Lake) where extremely cultivated Mangrove ecosystem that lives from 248 animal Species and untouched environment of beautiful sceneries. Also River Safari is featured with Fish Doctor Treatment (On Extra Cost) which would be very pleasurable activity you will also experience on some instructional path about Ceylon Cinnamon Industry and typical Southern genuine lifestyle. The wetland estuary covers more than 900 hectares, 770 hectares of which are covered with water and 64 islands are inhabited.
SEA TURTLE HATCHERY
The Kosgoda Beach Turtle Care Center is one of 18 turtle hatcheries along Sri Lanka's southern shoreline. The center is situated in Kosgoda southwest coastal village and was set up in 1981. It is also very common as all five turtle species that visit Kosgoda Sri Lankan nest. This is not so with many of the island's other hatcheries whose beaches host only some of the species. The center acts primarily as a hatchery and makes enormous attempts in their very original phases to boost the hatching rate and the survival of baby turtles. But the Care Center also operates on individuals who are sick or wounded; they are treated and released back into the ocean. They also run volunteer programs and awareness programs for local and international visitors.
BENTOTA WATER SPORT
The Bentota water sports center provides various water sports events and classes to practitioners from the beginner stage. Enjoy the latest water sports operations like Fly Fish, Jetski, Wake Board, Water Ski, Knee Board and more. They also offer inflatable rides like Donut Ride, Banana Ride, Sofa Ride and more. There is always a well-trained team to make sure you get the unforgettable experience and safety. They make sure their customers have the finest experience to make their journey memorable and enjoyable.
