5 Nights with Dambulla

Enroute Dambulla, stop by and pay a visit to the home of abandoned Sri Lankan Elephants - The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and watch the naughty elephants, yet adorable creatures bathe in the river near the orphanage where they engage in mischief, pull each other by their tails, and try to escape the hands of their caretakers in amusing ways. Prepare yourself for a little challenge and conquer the 1200+ steps marked with good paths and stairs to reach the top of the Sigiriya Lion Rock. Capture glimpses of the incredible 360 degrees view over the whole area from above where every corner has its own unique view. Moving ahead, peek into some of the tea estates and welcome the fresh aroma of the tea and herbs in the rolling green hills offering breathtaking views in Nuwara Eliya. Conclude this tour by visiting the Red Mosque, a stunning candy-like red and white striped mosque named ‘Jami Ul-Alfar’ is the most spectacular building in your entire trip in Colombo.

Day 1

Arrival Colombo - Dambulla | Explore the life of Sri Lankan Elephants in Pinnawala

Dambulla

Travel Distance: 160 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 4 Hours

• Meet our representative at the Bandaranaike International Airport and get escorted to your vehicle to begin your holiday in Sri Lanka by proceeding towards Dambulla.
• En route Dambulla visit the Pinnwala Elephant Orphanage which is approx. 55 miles away from Colombo on the Colombo-Kandy Road.
• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is not a zoo, but something bigger and more interesting. It is a breeding ground for Asian elephants who are left abandoned due to unforeseeable circumstances.
• Reconnect with nature and wildlife as you witness the way elephants are treated and cared for, the elephants being fed milk, their bathing routine, and interaction with each other.
• After your visit to the orphanage, enjoy lunch on the way and start your journey back towards Dambulla.
• Upon reaching your hotel in Dambulla, relish the hospitable treatment you receive and complete your check-in formalities before proceeding to your room.
• The evening is free for you to rest or explore the nearby places to your hotel.
• Enjoy a delicious dinner and overnight stay in Dambulla.

Day 2

Dambulla | Adventurous Hike to the Sigiriya Lion Rock for Sweeping Panoramic Views

Dambulla

Travel Distance: 17 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 30 Minutes

• Wake up in the morning, have a healthy breakfast and get ready for an adventurous day ahead in Dambulla.
• You can head out towards the Sigiriya Rock Fortress to admire the captivating beauty and magnificence of this ancient site.
• Hike along with steep steps and boulders and get rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding area and the best view of Sigiriya Lion Rock.
• The hike through dense forest is thrilling, and the mesmerizing views at the top make it worth all the effort. You need to go through an ancient Buddhist temple before beginning the ascent.
• You can also visit the Dambulla Cave temple, an awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage site towering above the plains of Dambulla. These five major caves are dotted with 150 plus stunning Buddha statues (and a few depicting Sri Lankan kings, gods and goddesses) as well as huge cave paintings & murals.
• Return back to your hotel in the evening for a delicious dinner.
• Overnight stay in Dambulla.

Day 3

Dambulla - Nuwara Eliya | Welcome to the City of Lights

Nuwara Eliya

Travel Distance: 147 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 5 Hours

• Wake up in the morning, enjoy a delicious breakfast, complete your check-out formalities and head towards Nuwara Eliya.
• Nuwara Eliya, surrounded by hills and tea plantations, the town of Nuwara Eliya enjoys spring-like weather throughout the year
• En route Nuwara Eliya, visit the Tea factory, Tea plantation, Hanuman Temple & Ramboda Falls.
• Upon arrival, get transferred to your pre-booked hotel and complete the check-in formalities.
• The evening is free for you to explore the places nearby the hotel or shop for souvenirs from the local market or rest at the hotel.
• Enjoy your dinner and an overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya.

Day 4

Nuwara Eliya | Stroll around the Tea Estates and enjoy the exotic aroma

Nuwara Eliya

• Wake up in the morning, have a healthy breakfast and get ready to explore Nuwara Eliya.
• Start by visiting the main attractions of the town which include the golf course, Victoria Park, and boating or fishing on Lake Gregory.
• You can also visit Seetha Eliya, a temple that was mentioned in the famous epic Ramayana.
• You can also board the exhilarating scenic train ride that takes you via vast open tea plantations and rich rural settings while the cool mountain breeze tickles your senses amidst breathtaking views of the green hills and rolling tea pastures.
• Further, visit the Haggala Gardens, a temperate hill-country garden where languid low-country lotus and water lily float in their serene loveliness.
• Visit the Pedro Tea Estate where you can go around the plantation sites, enjoy the aroma and beauty as well as see the process that goes into creating this simple drink every day.
• After a beautiful day, return back to your hotel for a sumptuous dinner.
• Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya

Day 5

Nuwara Eliya - Colombo | Drive to Sri Lanka's Prime City

Colombo

Travel Distance: 170 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 5 Hours

• Wake up in the morning, have a hearty breakfast and complete the check-out formalities.
• Post-check-out, embark towards Colombo. Colombo, the largest city and former administrative capital of Sri Lanka and is a busy and vibrant city with a mixture of modern life and remnants of a bygone colonial era. 
• Upon arrival in Colombo, get transferred to your pre-booked hotel, complete the check-in formalities and unwind for some time.
• Visit the historical, religious and commercial sites of Colombo including the historic and bustling Fort and Pettah, the elite residential Cinnamon Gardens, the Galle face Green, Viharamahadevi Park and much more.
• In the evening, you can stroll on the shopping streets or try out the local food.
• Return back to your hotel, enjoy a delicious dinner and an overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 6

Departure | Say Goodbye to Sri Lanka

Colombo

• Wake up in the morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel in Colombo.
• Pack your bags along with a bundle of cherished memories and complete the check-out formalities from the hotel.

Head over to the Colombo International airport and leave with beautiful memories of this island.

• Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple - largest rock cave temple surrounded by lush green forests and boasting statues of Buddhist monks, prehistoric paintings, carvings, and immense peace
• Stroll around the lush green tea estates inhaling the aromatic air filled with fragrances of tea as well as sip in your favorite teas with breathtaking views
• Enjoy the tropical goodness of nature as you escape the city’s heat and walk among the massive collection of colorful orchids, capture moments or relax on the grass at the Kandy Botanical Gardens
• Take a peek of the sacred tooth of Buddha himself and grab an atmospheric experience with intriguing sights of people practicing the Buddhist way of meditation and spreading chants in the surrounding areas
• Cruise along the rivers of Madu surrounded by rich profusion of mangrove trees and come across more than one hundred eleven species of birds in their natural habitat