Explore SRI-LANKA with YatraSutra

Overnight Stay: Dambulla

• Airport Pickup
  Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), you will be greeted and transferred to Dambulla for check-in at your hotel.
   
• Pinnawala Elephant Safari
  En route, visit the renowned Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage – a sanctuary for abandoned and orphaned wild Asian elephants. Learn about their rehabilitation, feeding routines, and conservation efforts.
   
• Optional: Visit to a Herbal Spice Garden
  On your way, stop at a traditional Herbal Spice Garden and gain insight into Sri Lanka’s ancient spice heritage. Discover a wide variety of herbs and spices and their applications in Ayurveda, cooking, and natural cosmetics.
   

Overnight Stay: Kandy

• Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock)
  Explore the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, also known as Sinhagiri. Rising 180 meters from the ground, this ancient marvel in the Matale District is a masterpiece of architecture, frescoes, and landscaped gardens.
   
• Gem Factory Visit
  Visit a gem factory to learn about Sri Lanka’s centuries-old gem industry. With one of the highest gem densities in the world, Sri Lanka produces over 75 varieties of gemstones. Witness the gem mining and cutting process.
   
• Spice Garden
  Experience the aromas and flavors of Sri Lanka at a Spice Garden. Learn to identify different spices and sample natural remedies and handmade beauty products crafted by local experts.
   
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
  Visit one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka, home to the revered tooth relic of Lord Buddha. This temple is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists daily.
   
• Kandy Cultural Dance Show
  In the evening, enjoy a traditional dance performance that showcases the vibrant cultural heritage of Sri Lanka. The show includes various classical and folk dances accompanied by traditional drumming.
   

Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya

• Tea Factory Visit (Ramboda)
  En route to Nuwara Eliya, stop at a tea factory nestled among misty hills. Discover the tea-making process from leaf to cup and enjoy a freshly brewed cup of world-famous Ceylon Tea. Witness tea pluckers at work in the scenic plantations.
   
• Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple
  Visit this important Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, situated on a picturesque hilltop in Ramboda, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
   
• Seetha Amman Temple (Ashoka Vatika)
  Explore the Seetha Amman Temple in Seetha Eliya, believed to be the site where Sita was held captive by King Ravana, according to the Ramayana epic.
   
• Gregory Lake
  Take a relaxing walk or enjoy activities around Gregory Lake, a serene reservoir created during the British colonial era in the heart of Nuwara Eliya’s tea country.
   

Overnight Stay: Colombo

• Galle Fort
  Visit the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally built by the Portuguese in 1588 and later fortified by the Dutch, this coastal stronghold is a well-preserved example of European architecture blended with South Asian traditions.
   
• Bentota Turtle Hatchery
  Explore the Bentota Turtle Hatchery, dedicated to protecting endangered marine turtles such as the Olive Ridley and Leatherback. Learn about the hatchery’s conservation efforts and observe the different stages of turtle development.
   
• Madu River Boat Safari
  Enjoy a scenic boat safari along the Madu River. Glide through mangrove forests, spot local wildlife including monkeys and reptiles, and visit a traditional cinnamon plantation, a monastery, and a fish spa.
   
• Colombo City Highlights
   
  • Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque): A striking red-and-white patterned mosque in Pettah, one of Colombo’s oldest and most photographed landmarks.
     
  • Independence Memorial Hall: Located in Cinnamon Gardens, this monument commemorates Sri Lanka’s independence from British colonial rule in 1948. The hall also houses a national museum.
     

• Departure Transfer
  After breakfast (depending on your flight schedule), you will be transferred to Bandaranaike International Airport for your onward journey.
   

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Tour Inclusions:

• Daily breakfast at the hotel
• Meet and greet by our representatives
• Return airport transfers
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
• Accommodation in double-sharing rooms
• Service of an English-speaking driver
• All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
• Entry fees for included attractions

Tour Exclusions:

• Flights
• Tips & gratuities
• Lunch and dinner
• Permits for photography and videography (where applicable)
• Optional excursions and additional services not mentioned in the itinerary
• Any other services not included in the itinerary