This is a tour of exploration, visiting some lesser-known parts of the beautiful island, including 'Trinco', with its breathtakingly beautiful harbour and Minneriya National Park. Visit the amazing ruins of the ancient cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, climb the precipice to 'Fortress' Sigiriya. Shop in the market at Kandy for trinkets or gems. Tea taste in Nuwara Eliya and walk the rambling Horton Plains. Wander in a rain forest rich in flora and fauna, before relaxing on the sun-drenched shores of the Indian Ocean.

Day 1 - Negombo
After arrival time to relax and, time permitting City Tour Negombo.
Overnight at Royal / Blue Oceanic Hotel(3*)

Day 2 - To Sigiriya via Anuradhapura
Morning start to Sigiriya via Anuradhapura, the first capital of Sri Lanka and home to the Holy 'Bo' Tree.
Two nights Hotel Sigiriya or similar(2*D)

Day 3 - Sigiriya
Early morning start to visit the impressive Fortress of Sigiriya: the ruined fortifications, Pleasure Garden, Water Garden, Graffiti on the Mirror wall and the legendary Sigiriya Maidens.
Remainder of day at leisure before late afternoon elephant ride.

Day 4 - To Trincomalee - Kantale
After breakfast leave for Trincomalee (Trinco) famed as one of the finest natural harbours in the world.
Stop off at Kantale on the bund of the lake where large flocks of Cormorants co-operatively fish. Occasionally a herd of wild elephant can be spotted coming to drink at the water edge.
Two nights Nilaveli Beach Hotel (2*D)

Day 5 - Trincomalee
After breakfast boat ride to Nilaveli Pigeon Island - take a swimming costume for great bathing here.
Trinco has had a turbulent history with Dutch, Danes, French and British vying for supremacy: an afternoon tour will reflect this with a visit to Fort Frederick and the harbour area.
See the poignant 'Lovers Leap' and Konesvaram Temple

Day 6 - To Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
After leaving Trinco, go to the Minneriya - Giritale National Park.
Then visit Polonnaruwa to glimpse the past glories of the Medieval capital, including the vast man made 'tanks'; the Tivanka Image House with its 12th C paintings, and the Gal Vihara - massive stone carvings of the Buddha - unequivocally the gems of Sri Lankan sculpture.
Evening visit to the Museum at Polonnaruwa.
Overnight Hotel Sigiriya or similar(2*D).

Day 7 - To Mahiyangana - Dambulla- Dambana.
Early morning visit to the Caves at Dambulla where over 22,000-sq. ft of murals astounds the eye with their colour and vivacity. Thence on to Dambana to the Veddha settlement. The Veddha people are thought to be the original inhabitants of Sri Lanka. They tenaciously cling to their ancient ways.
Overnight Mahiyangana Rest House(STD)

Day 8 - To Kandy
After checking in visit the market, drive around Kandy Lake and visit the Peradeniya Gardens - a delight with more than 5000 species - including avenues of Double Coconut Palms, an amazing 600 sq metre Umbrella Tree and a unique "Sooriyakenda" tree.
Visit the Orchid house with its blaze of colour.
Late afternoon visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic followed by evening cultural show.
Overnight Hotel Topaz / The Tourmaline (3*)

Day 9 - To Nuwara Eliya - Horton Plains
Climb the winding hills to Horton Plain and walk to Baker's Falls via 'World's End', to see the awe-inspiring 3000' sheer drop.
The National Park teems with wildlife - including the Sambhur, Bear Monkey and elusive Leopard.
Rare plants and exotic birds make this a place to savour and enjoy.
The afternoon is free perhaps to explore the delightful town, with its decidedly British air, or play a round of golf on the pristine green of the Club, founded by the Gordon Highlanders.
Overnight Alpine Hotel or similar(STD)

Day 10 - To Kalutara via Talawakele
Stop off at the refreshing waterfalls of St.Clair and Devon and enjoy a freshly brewed cup of tea at the Tea centre.
Visit the caves at Belilena to see the 32,000-year-old fossils of primeval man, alternatively take a trip in a dugout canoe to the Kitulgala Rain forest, rich in bio diversity. Look out for ear-less lizards, fanged frog or yellow fronted Barbets.
Three nights Hotel Mermaid (2*D)

Day 11 - 14 Kalutara
Or see our wedding package at The Blue Water

Day 15 - To Air Port for Departure
Morning transfer to Colombo airport for connecting flight.

Option 1

Negombo	- Royal / Blue Oceanic(1 night)
Sigiriya	- Hotel Sigiriya (2 nights)
Nilaveli	- Welcombe Hotel (2 nights)
Sigiriya	- Hotel Sigiriya (1 night)
Mahiyangana	- Mahiyangana Rest House (1 night)
Kandy	- Hotel Suisse (1 night)
Nuwara Eliya	- Hotel Glendower (1 night)
Kalurtara	- Hotel Mermaid (5 nights)

Single supplement: US$ 371.00

The package includes

• Accommodation on Twin sharing with Dinner and Breakfast included
• Transport to and from designated areas per the package
• A/C vehicles with driver provided.
• One child under 2 years in parents room
• Entrance Fees to all sights in tour.
• One free tour leader for every 15
• Free local guide

The package does not include

• Air Travel & Embarkation Tax
• Personal expenses.
• Extras at hotels
• Tips and other gratuities
• Christmas and New Year supplements and surcharges