114 Palagathure West, Kochchikade, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka 5 Day Tour Package 3
Sri Lanka 5 Day Tour Package 3
With this Sri Lanka 5 day tour package we will visit Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Minneriya National Park, Trincomalee, Anuradhapura, Mihintale, Wilpattu National Park, Puttalam and Chilaw. Dambulla is best known for the Golden Temple. The rock temples of Dambulla have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991 and are the largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Sigiriya literally means “lion’s rock” and is of volcanic origin. Polonnaruwa is one of the ancient royal cities of Sri Lanka. In Polonnaruwa you can see many temples, ruins and other places of interest. Minneriya National Park is also known as ‘The Gathering’. In this park you will find the largest gathering of Asian elephants in the world. The port city of Trincomalee is located in the northeast of Sri Lanka. Trincomalee is located on a peninsula and this location makes it one of the largest natural harbors in the world. Anuradhapura should not be missed on your travel route if you want to taste something of the rich history of Sri Lanka. Anuradhapura is probably not only the oldest city in Sri Lanka, but was also the most important city for centuries. Wilpattu National Park, the park of the lakes. Wilpattu is with its 1085 km2 the largest national park in Sri Lanka.
Day 01
We pick you up from your hotel or Airport and we proceed to Dambulla. In Dambulla we will sightseeing the city and we will visit one of the biggest vegetables market in Sri Lanka. After sightseeing we proceed and visit the Dambulla Caves and the golden Buddha statue. After we visit Dambulla we proceed to Sigiriya. In Sigiriya we will climb the famous Sigiriya Rock. In the 5th century a royal palace arose on top of the steep mountain and the remains can only be reached by a long staircase. In total you have to climb 1200 steps to get to the top of the 200 meter mountain, but fortunately you are regularly distracted by the view and other sights. After we are back from the top you can decide to take a ride on an Elephant. After we visit the Sigiriya Rock we proceed to the hotel
Day 02
After breakfast we proceed to Polonnaruwa. In Polonnaruwa we sightseeing the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. We will visit the ruins and temples. The Buddha statues, unique stupas and many special temples which are still in good condition. We will visit Vatadage, Gal Vihara, Audience Hall en Rankot Vihara. After sightseeing the ancient city of Polonnaruwa we proceed to the Minneriya National Park. At the Minneriya National Park we will start the wildlife safari (mainly wild Elpehants) After the wildlife safari we proceed to the hotel.
Day 03
After breakfast we proceed to Trincomalee. Trincomalee is located on a peninsula and this location makes it one of the largest natural harbors in the world. This has had an important role in the history of the city. The port was of strategic importance to European countries. In Trincomalee we will sightseeing the city and we will visit the Kanniya hot springs. Seven hot springs of varying temperatures are found at the site and are considered to contain healing properties. After this visit we proceed and visit the Koneswaram Temple and the old Dutch Fort. Surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery on all sides, the colourful Koneswaram temple sits high above the bay. After sightseeing Trincomalee we proceed to the hotel.
Day 04
After breakfast we proceed to Anuradhapura. In Anuradhapura we will visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura, we will visit the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, Isurumuniya Temple, Jethawanaramaya Stupa, Abhayagiri Dagaba, Moonstone or Sandakada pahana, Samadhi Buddha Statue, Lankarama Stupa, The Royal Palace, Vijayabahu Maligaya. After we visit Anuradhapura we proceed to Mihintale. Mihintale is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Buddhists in Sri Lanka. Mihintale is seen as the place where Buddhism started in Sri Lanka. After we visit Mihintale we proceed back to the Hotel.
Day 05
Early morning we proceed to the Wilpattu National Park At the Wilpattu National Park we take the jeep and we start the wildlife safari. We go and search in the Wilpattu National Park for Elephants, reptiles, birds, crocodiles, deer, sloth bears, turtles and leopards. After the wildlife safari we proceed to Puttalam. In Puttalam we will visit the salt fields. After we visit Puttalam we proceed to Chilaw. In Chilaw we will visit the Munneswaram Kovil Temple. The Munneswaram Temple is an important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka. After our visit at the Munneswaram Temple we proceed back to your hotel / Airport.
Start time
06.30 Am departing from Airport / Negombo would be ideal
Highlights of the tour
Hindu Temple, Wilpattu National Park, Anuradhapura, Wildlife Safari Minneriya, Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Caves, Kandy, Elephant Orphanage.
When to go
Best time to start Whale watching is from November till April, during the months April till November the sea can be rough.
Can it be tailor made
Yes, you can change the tour where you want.
Transfers
Hotel / Airport – Tour – Airport / Hotel.
- Experienced and qualified driver / guide
- Transportation by a air-conditioned vehicle from pick-up to drop-off at your hotel / airport
- Local guide at the Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Caves, Kandy Temple of the Tooth
- Wildlife Safari Wilpattu National Park + Rent of a Jeep. Wildlife Safari Minneriya National Park + Rent of a Jeep
- All the entrance tickets at the mentioned sites
- Hotels on bed and breakfast / half board basis
- Portrage & Service charge
- All Government taxes
- Lunch and dinner throughout the tour
- Elephant riding at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Expenses of personal nature, including telephone calls, laundry, beverages etc.
Start time
06.30 Am departing from Airport / Negombo would be ideal
Highlights of the tour
River trip Bentota, Turtle Hatchery, Galle, Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Whale Watching
When to go
Best time to start Whale watching is from November till April, during the months April till November the sea can be rough.
Can it be tailor made
Yes, you can change the tour where you want.
Transfers
Hotel / Airport – Tour – Airport / Hotel.
- Experienced and qualified driver / guide
- Transportation by a air-conditioned vehicle from pick-up to drop-off at your hotel / airport
- River trip Bentota, Whale Watching Mirissa.
- Sinharaja Rain Forest + Guide
- All the entrance tickets at the mentioned sites
- Hotels on bed and breakfast / half board basis
- Portrage & Service charge
- All Government taxes
- Lunch and dinner throughout the tour
- Elephant riding at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Expenses of personal nature, including telephone calls, laundry, beverages etc.
Start time
06.30 Am departing from Airport / Negombo would be ideal
Highlights of the tour
Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Wildlife safari Minneriya, Trincomalee, Anuradhapura, Mihintale, Wildlife safari Wilpattu, Chilaw.
When to go
Tour is year arround available.
Can it be tailor made
Yes, you can change the tour where you want.
Transfers
Hotel / Airport – Tour – Airport / Hotel.
- Experienced and qualified driver / guide
- Transportation by a air-conditioned vehicle from pick-up to drop-off at your hotel / airport
- Local guide at the Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Caves.
- Wildlife Safari Minneriya National Park + Rent of a Jeep. Wildlife Safari Wilpattu National Park + Rent of a Jeep.
- All the entrance tickets at the mentioned sites
- Hotels on bed and breakfast / half board basis
- Portrage & Service charge
- All Government taxes
- Lunch and dinner throughout the tour
- Elephant riding at Sigiriya
- Expenses of personal nature, including telephone calls, laundry, beverages etc.
