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Eight Great Places of Veneration in Anuradhapura, Hikkaduwa Beach, Udawalawa Safari
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01Day
Afternoon visit,Eight Great Places of Veneration in Anuradhapura - Atamasthana
Abhayagiriya Monastery with Samadhi Statue, Kuttam Pokuna (twin pond), Moonstone, Isurumuniya, Magul Uyana, Vessagiri, Rathna Prasadaya, Queen's Palace, Dakkhina Stupa, Sela Cetiya, Naka Vihara, Kiribath Vehera, Toluwila Statue, Ranmasu Uyana
Other structures
Sri Maha Bodhiya, Ruwanwelisaya, Thuparamaya, Lovamahapaya, Abhayagiri Dagaba, Jetavanarama, Mirisaveti Stupa, Lankarama
Overnight stay at Anuradhapura
02Day
The Avukana statue, is a standing statue of the Buddha near Kekirawa in North Central Sri Lanka. The statue, which has a height of more than 40 feet (12 m), has been carved out of a large granite rock face during the 5th century. It depicts a variation of the Abhaya mudra, and the closely worn robe is elaborately carved. Constructed during the reign of King Dhatusena, it may have been made as a result of a competition between a master and a pupil. Avukana statue is one of the best examples of a standing statue constructed in ancient Sri Lanka
Afterwards drive back to Kandy
Dambulla Cave temple, It is the largest and best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding. Major attractions are spread over 5 caves, which contain statues and paintings
Overnight stay at Dambulla
03Day
Sigiriya Rock Fortress, The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres (660 ft) high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavangsha, this site was selected by King Kasyapa (477 - 495 CE) for his new capital. The Frescoes, Mirror wall, Water gardens, Royal pond, Site plan & the great scenic view are the main highlights in the site.
Afternoon Jeep safari at Kawdulla National park, is a national park on the island of Sri Lanka located 197 kilometers (122 mi) away from the largest city, Colombo. It was designated a national park on April 1, 2002 becoming the 15th such area on the island. During 2004-2005 season more than 10,000 people visited the National Park, generating an income of Rs.100, 000 from entrance fees. Along with Minneriya and Girithale Birdlife have identified Kaudulla as an Important.
Overnight stay at Habarana
04Day
Nalanda Gedige, This building was an ancient Hindu Temple constructed in between 8th to 10th century with dravidian architecture
Spice & Herbal Garden
Aluvihara Monastery, is the site where, in the first century BC, the Theravada Buddhist scriptures (Tripitaka) were first set down in writing. In spite of Aluvihara's historical importance, the paintings and sculptures that one sees in its cave-temples today are modern.
Matale Hindu Kovil/Temple
Temple of the Sacred tooth relic, is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the tooth relic of Buddha. Since ancient times, Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a UNESCO world heritage site partly due to the temple.
Kandyan traditional dancers show
Overnight stay at Kandy
05Day
Peradeniya royal botanical Garden, the most visited botanical garden in Sri Lanka and Afterwards drive to Nuwaraeliya
On the way visit,
Ramboda waterfall, which is 109 meter high and 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 729th highest waterfall in the world. Strawberry farm Tea Plantation, Factory & Tea center
Colonial Nuwaraeliya city- (Little England) Many of the buildings retain features from the colonial period such as the Queen's Cottage, General's House, Grand Hotel, Hill Club, Town Post Office and even new hotels are often built and furnished in the colonial style. Overnight stay at Nuwaraeliya
06Day
Whales watching programme can be arranged upon your request
Nine Arch Bridge, This massive bridge is built entirely of solid rocks, bricks and cement without using a single piece of steel. The bridge was finally commissioned in 1921
Ayurvedic & Herbal massage upon your satisfaction
Overnight stay at Ella
07Day
Drive to Udawalawa. On the way Visit,
Buduruwagala Ancient temple with a massive Rock carving statue of Lord Buddha which is about 51 feet high.
Afternoon Jeep Safari at Udawalawa national park, The National park was created to provide a sanctuary for wild animals displaced by the construction of the Udawalawe Reservoir on the Walawe River, as well as to protect the catchment of the reservoir. The reserve covers 30,821 hectares (119.00 sq mi) of land area and was established on 30 June 1972. Udawalawe is an important habitat for water birds and Sri Lankan Elephants. It is a popular tourist destination and the third most visited park in the country.
Afterwards drive to Deniyaya
Overnight stay at Deniyaya
08Day
The Sinharaja Forest Reserve is a national park and a biodiversity hotspot in Sri Lanka. It is of international significance and has been designated a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The hilly virgin rainforest, part of the Sri Lanka lowland rain forests eco-region, was saved from the worst of commercial logging by its inaccessibility, and was designated a World Biosphere Reserve in 1978 and a World Heritage Site in 1988. The reserve's name translates as Kingdom of the Lion.
The reserve is only 21 km (13 mi) from east to west, and a maximum of 7 km (4.3 mi) from north to south, but it is a treasure trove of endemic species, including trees, insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals.
Overnight stay at Sinharaja
09Day
Afternoon beach relax at Unawatuna, is a coastal town in Galle district of Sri Lanka. Unawatuna is a major tourist attraction in Sri Lanka and famous for its beautiful beach and corals. It is a suburb of Galle city which is situated about 5 km southeast of the city center.
10Day
Colonial Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 423 years maintains a polished appearance, due to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.
Afternoon beach relax at,
Hikkaduwa, is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka located in the Southern Province, about 17 km north-west of Galle. Arranged around the heavily trafficked main Galle to Colombo road which runs mostly parallel to the shore, Hikkaduwa's beach and night life make it a popular tourist destination. A well-known international destination for board-surfing, the town was featured in an episode of Anthony Bourdain's television show No Reservations. And Hikkaduwa is a main City that gains Tourism income to Sri Lanka. Many tourists visit Hikkaduwa as there are so many things they can enjoy there.
Overnight stay at Hikkaduwa
11Day
Moon-stone mine, Moonstone's are in the semi-precious category and are an important component of the Sri Lankan gem industry. It is believed by the villagers that this piece of land, around an acre in extent, is blessed by the moon. The finest are bluish in colour and are found in high concentrations in heading inland 7km to Mitiyagoda, between Ambalangoda and Hikkaduwa.
Ambalangoda Mask Museum/factory, The museum is designed to introduce into the richness of the mask tradition of Ambalangoda and to strengthen this cultural heritage. The museum, the workshop and the small library (containing all available anthropological literature on mask performances) may serve as a centre for traditional arts and crafts and for research as well.
The Sea Turtle conservation project is famous for its turtle hatchery operated by the Wild Life Protection Society of Sri Lanka. It was established in 1981 to protect Sri Lanka's turtles from extinction. The hatcheries pay fishermen for eggs that they collect at night along the long sandy beach. Although October to April is the main laying season, some eggs can be found at Kosgoda throughout the year.
After wards Airport drop or Negombo beach drop
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