4 Days Fortress And Sky Tour Sri Lanka
About this tour
While having a Lonely Planet experience you get first-hand local knowledge, with on-the-ground expert’s guidance and the freedom and privacy to explore at your will
Explore the UNESCO World heritage splendors, Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress architectural wonder. Amaze through the golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth in Kandy
When driving through the cold and misty hills that host lush green tea plantations. Stop at a tea factory to observe the tea processing technique
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Bandaranaike International Airport, කටුනායක, Sri Lanka to Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Ceylon classic tours, a representative will meet you at the Bandaranaike International Airport and take you to your hotel in Sigiriya En-route visit Pinnawala elephant orphanage. This elephant Orphanage is set up especially for Abandoned or injured baby elephants. They are reared here and are trained to become working animals. Feeding and bathing in the river provide the best opportunities to see the animal’s close-up. In the evening, you will go on an Elephant back ride near the Sigiriya Lion’s Rock. Riding on the back of the amazing giant in the wild would be an incredible experience in life. An elephant ride in Sri Lanka will be a great opportunity to be so close to the majestic beast while enjoying the views of nature, wildlife and traditional lifestyles of the people in rural villages in Sri Lanka. Moreover, an elephant ride in Sri Lanka would allow you to observe the surroundings in closer proximity. More than all the facts mentioned above may be the most precious experience of this activity is getting to share a day in the life of an elephant. At the end of the ride, you will return to your hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Sigiriya
Day 2: Sigiriya, Sri Lanka to Kandy, Sri Lanka
After breakfast, you will visit Sigiriya and climb the Rock Fortress built by King Kasyapa the Patricide (473-491) who was considered a god-king. Which is home to the 5th century "Fortress in the sky". On its summit are the foundations of what was once a great and sumptuous palace and garden. On one of the stairways is the only known ancient work of Sinhala secular painting that survived in the form of frescoes of life-sized damsels in all the freshness and delicacy of their original color. Having climbed the rock, you will encounter the remains of the Palace and its environs and see the famous frescoes. En route to Kandy, you will visit the Dambulla rock cave temple and stop at a spice garden at Matale. In Kandy, you will witness cultural dance performance. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Kandy
Day 3: Kandy, Sri Lanka to Negombo, Sri Lanka
After breakfast, a city tour of Kandy which includes Kandy Temple, Royal botanical garden, traditional batik making factory, shopping complexes, etc., then proceeds to Negombo. Overnight stay in Negombo. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Negambo
Day 4: Negombo, Sri Lanka to Bandaranaike International Airport, කටුනායක, Sri Lanka
After breakfast, Leisure in Negombo beach or a tour of Colombo which includes busy bazaar area, Kovils, Temples, Independence square, BMICH, etc.., then according to the flight schedule transfer to the airport for the departure. According to the flight schedule transfer to the airport for the departure.
What's included
Transport by private (A/C) vehicle English speaking driver/Guide Hotel or Airport pickup & drop-off All taxes, fees, and handling charges Bottled water (500 ml per person per day) Free Wi-Fi during the whole tour Local insurance for the vehicle/passengers 4 Star Standard accommodation with Half Board
Lunch Gratuities Souvenir photos (available to purchase) Excess luggage charges (where applicable) Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) All Entrance Fees at interest places and Historical sites.
What to know
During this 4 days Round Tour we will be sight-seeing areas in the following destinations, The guests will be provided with good quality, air-conditioned, comfortable vehicles with a driver-guide to help with your tour and free wi-fi. All vehicles will have baby seats available if needed. We provide hotel accommodations in good quality hotels varying from Economy / Budget hotels to Standard Hotels to Luxury Hotels. The charges will change depending on your selection. Family holidays in Sri Lanka with your loved ones are one of the ideal holiday experiences for your family. Sri Lanka is one of the best family holiday destinations in Asia with ample attractions which you can experience within a shorter period. Ceylon classic Tours has carefully crafted this family holiday considering family-friendly resorts in Sri Lanka / safety aspect etc, and we will further tailor-make this family adventure itinerary in Sri Lanka considering the ages of the children & parents/duration of the holiday, and we ensure to have an unforgettable lifetime holiday experience when you arrive at our motherland, Sri Lanka. Your English-speaking tour guide who has excessive knowledge of all aspects of this incredible country will show you many fascinating and interesting places and will share his knowledge about Sri Lankan history and culture. You will have the opportunity to experience exciting outdoor activities. And wildlife safaris and also explore remote areas with unique landscapes that you will remember for a lifetime. Sri Lanka is an economy-friendly holiday destination; it’s a place where you can have world-class experiences without world-class cost.
Route & locations
Bandaranaike International Airport, කටුනායක, Sri Lanka to Sigiriya, Sri Lanka