Damle Safaris

Gems of Sri Lanka

07 to 16 February 2025

ITINERARY

Day 01, Friday, 07 February 2025

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Arrive at Colombo International Airport, where our friendly representative will meet you and take you to your hotel in Negombo. After settling in, head out for a fun and easy city tour of Negombo, perfect for a gentle introduction to the local culture. Return to your hotel for a relaxing night. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Negombo

Day 02, Saturday, 08 February 2025

Adventure Begins – Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa Start your day with a delicious breakfast and head to the impressive Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Climb the ancient rock and explore the fascinating palace complex (kids will love the views!). Afterward, travel to Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and check into your family-friendly hotel for a restful night. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Day 03, Sunday, 09 February 2025

Explore Polonnaruwa After breakfast, embark on a city tour of Polonnaruwa, where one can enjoy exploring the ancient ruins and learning about Sri Lanka’s fascinating history. The rest of the day is free to relax. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Day 04, Monday, 10 February 2025

Polonnaruwa to Kandy After breakfast, travel to Kandy, with stops enroute at the Dambulla Cave Temple and a spice garden in Matale—perfect for kids to see and smell the exotic spices that are so important to Sri Lankan cuisine. Check into your hotel in Kandy for a comfortable overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Kandy

Day 05, Tuesday, 11 February 2025

Discover Kandy Relax in the morning, or choose a fun half-day excursion to explore more of Kandy. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour of Kandy, ending with a lively cultural dance performance, a favorite for families. Return to your hotel for the evening. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Kandy

Day 06, Wednesday, 12 February 2025

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya After breakfast, travel through breathtaking scenery to Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s charming hill station. Visit a tea plantation and factory—where you can see how tea is made (kids will love learning about the tea-making process!). Check in to your hotel in Nuwara Eliya for a peaceful overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Day 07, Thursday,13 February 2025

Nuwara Eliya to Ella Today, pack a breakfast and get ready for a fun 4-hour trek at Horton Plains (ideal for adventurous kids and nature lovers!). Afterward, take the scenic train ride to Ella, one of Sri Lanka’s most picturesque journeys. Your vehicle will meet you at Manu Oya station to take you to your hotel in Ella. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Ella

Day 08, Friday, 14 February 2025

Tissamaharama & Safari Adventure After breakfast, head to Tissamaharama, where you’ll check in to your hotel and prepare for an exciting safari in either Yala National Park or Bundala National Park—both are great for spotting wildlife, including elephants, leopards, and various birds. The kids will love the safari ride and wildlife spotting! Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Tissamaharama

Day 09, Saturday, 15 February 2025

Tissamaharama to Colombo After breakfast, take a scenic drive around Tissamaharama and Kataragama, visiting local sites of interest. Then, head to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s bustling capital. Take a quick city tour of Colombo in the afternoon, followed by check-in to your hotel for a relaxing night. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: Hotel in Colombo

Day 10, Sunday, 16 February 2025

Farewell, Sri Lanka After breakfast, enjoy some last-minute shopping or relax before your transfer to Colombo International Airport for your departure flight. Meals: Breakfast only Accommodation: None Alternatively, you can choose to extend this tour to the Maldives.

Package component: US$ 1680 x Rs 86 = Rs 144480 + Rs 7224 GST + Rs 7586 TCS = Rs 159290

Rupee component: Rs 39250

Rs 2250: e-visa

Rs 2000: insurance

Rs 3000: processing fee

Transfers for the tour as per itinerary above in A/C vehicle

Double/ Twin room sharing accommodation

Meals on Bed & Breakfast basis

Jeeps- Horton Plains & Yala National Park

Airfare at current rate

Visa at current fee

Excluded:

Meals other than breakfast

All entrance fees are to be paid on spot

Anything not mentioned in inclusions and/or itinerary is extra

Optional/extra activities are to be paid on spot

Note:

No service is booked or blocked. This is an estimate and final cost depends on rate and availability prevailing at time of confirmation.