Nature, Hills and Wildlife

A paradiseisland full of life and natural abundance, this tour brings you some of themany of Mother Nature’s wonders that Sri Lanka has in store. Offering a changeof climate within hours, you are bound to be mesmerized by the many sights andsounds. We visit the hill capital Kandy and the central highlands of NuwaraEliya where you will witness nature at its best. From mountain peaks covered inmist to roaring waterfalls and whimsical cottages right out of a postcard tothe temples and nature reserves that speak volumes of our wondrous beauty, thistour covers many. You can also enjoy a safari at the Yala National Park in thesouthern area and explore Colombo too.

6 Day Tours

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Natur, bakker og dyreliv (6 Dage)

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Relax among the central hills where you can feel the chills of the breeze from the mountains as they touches your face. Smell the sweet scented smell of the tea leaves and the nature around surrounding you with picturesque locations of waterfalls, deep downs and flowering meadows. Explore a bit of ancient culture as it is depicted through the three forms as Art, Music and Dance. Explore the plains of Horton during your stay in Nuwara Eliya and peep into the Wilderness of Yala. Don’t miss the chance to visit the ancient Colonial City of Galle and enjoy the taste of a King Coconut.

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02 Nights in Dambulla

The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is the perfect stopover if you are an animal lover since you will be able to interact with these mammals that have been displaced from their natural setting. The elephants are even directed to enjoy river baths twice a day which is quite a spectacle for people watching from afar. You will be heading to a sacred location which is the most famed place in the hill capital – the temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic which exudes reverence, grandeur and a sense of tranquility within the painted halls and passages. A cultural show will be organized providing guests the chance to experience and witness some of the most popular art forms in Sri Lanka including fore dancers and sword play.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is the home for young Elephants who have been displaced or lost from their natural habitat, located at Pinnawala village in Sabaragamuwa province of Sri Lanka. Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage is the best place for an up close and personal experience with the world’s largest land mammals! Today with 70 elephants herein, Pinnawela has become the home to the largest captive group of elephants in the world.

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and ar

Cultural Show

The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.

2 Nights in Nuwara Eliya

Guests will be enjoying a scenic train journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya which offers you the views of an untouched countryside. Form misty hills, tea plantations, roaring waterfalls and quaint villages are some of the sceneries that you will pass along the way. You will be guided to a tea factory excursion where you will learn the process of manufacturing Ceylon Tea. From observing tea leaf pickers to a proper explanation how tea is processed and to tasting the perfect Ceylon Tea will be an unforgettable experience. You can also explore the beautiful holiday resort town area of Nuwara Eliya which has gorgeous architecture as well as parks and the shores of Lake Gregory. You can enjoy a trek around the beautiful Horton Plains National Park which is a protected area due to the many endemic flora and fauna that are found here.

Scenic Train Ride

Reach the Train Station to catch the train to Nuwara Eliya. Kandy to Nuwara Eliya train journey takes you on scenic ride through some of the most beautiful highland countryside areas in Sri Lanka. Watch the brilliant greens carpets of the tea plantations. See the picturesque villages with misty mountain backdrops pass by. Peer through drizzle and mist to look at the magical landscapes of Nuwara Eliya.

Tea Factory Excursion

learn how tea is manufactured in Sri Lanka. You can observe the tea pickers, locally known as ‘tea pluckers’ as they move between the lush green rows along the mountains with their large baskets.Thereafter you will be given a guided tour explaining fermentation, rolling, drying, cutting, sieving and the grading of tea. Finish with a tea tasting process and learn of the history, and why Ceylon Tea is considered among the best in the world.

Explore the Beautiful City

The highland city that was the premium holiday resort town of the British in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Enjoy walking through the streets with their pretty little cottages, quaint villas, and beautiful mansions. Make a memory in the old red-bricked post office as you purchase an inexpensive and colorful postcard to take home or send to your friends. Relax at Queen Victoria Park or on the shores of Lake Gregory.

Horton Plains National Park

Visit the beautiful Horton Plains National Park in Ohiya, with its montane grasslands and cloud forests. Enjoy the majestic views from the precipice of World’s End and the cooling sprays from Baker’s Falls. Catch glimpses of the many endemic fauna that make their home in the plains. Get to know more about the archeological finds that were discovered in the area.

1 Night in Yala

On the way to Yala, you will be given the opportunity to explore the beauty and wonders of Ella which is also a hiker’s paradise due to the many mountains and cave networks that are found all across. From the Nine arches bridge to views of the Little Adam’s Peak you can visit many places
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Explore the Marvels of Ella

Explore Ella’s most interesting places. Pass through bright green tea fields, and tough stretches of rock, and get to see the magical views of Little Adam’s Peak. Walk over the history seeped Nine Arches Bridge and listen to the story of its construction. End your hike at the Demodara Railway station with its unique loop-over track design. This tour gives you the chance to see the best sights of Sri Lanka.

1 Night in Colombo

En route to Colombo, you will first enjoy an amazing safari journey at the Yala National Park where you can try to spot the Sri Lankan leopard and a number of indigenous and endangered animals that roam around freely in their natural habitat. Once the safari is done, you will be heading towards the Old City of Galle with its magnificent fort and its strong ramparts that still stand tall. Within these walls, there are many places that you could explore including hotels, eateries, shops, museums and even religious places. Then you will come to Colombo and spend the night there before departure.

Yala National Park

This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.

Old Colonial City of Galle

Discover the city of Galle, where the Portuguese and Dutch made their headquarters, and its secrets. Visit the Galle Fort which is one of the best preserved fortifications in Asia. View the Maritime Museum, Galle National Museum and the lighthouse. Walk through the cobblestoned streets with their Dutch names as you learn more about their histories.

Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed directly to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure from Sri Lanka after spending a memorable time on the island.

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