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Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is renowned for its warm smiles, fiery food, odd fruits, and a wide range of native sweetmeats. Sri Lanka organizes a lot of celebrations throughout the year because of the presence of so many different cultures, making it the ideal location for fun and leisure.
To ensure you don't miss out on any fascinating experiences, Unify Holidays has put together a comprehensive travel package for you.
Day 1: Arrival At Colombo & Transfer To Dambulla
When you reach Sri-Lanka, you will be welcomed by our representative who will take you to Dambulla.
Most excitingly, you will get a chance to visit Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage.
The Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage was established in 1975 to care for orphaned and injured elephants. It is located around 55 miles from Colombo on the Colombo-Kandy Road. The number of elephants has already risen to almost 65, including the 23 baby elephants born as a consequence of the captive breeding effort in addition to Baby Elephants transported from various locations. The best times to visit are during feeding periods from 0930 to 1000 and 1330 to 1400, as well as during bathing periods from 1000 to 1230 and 1400 to 1600, when all the elephants are taken to the nearby river.
You will check in at the hotel and freshen yourself up. Then you will be taken on a Visit to Dambulla Cave Temple!
In Sri Lanka, the Dambulla Cave Temple, sometimes referred to as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is a World Heritage Site that was established in 1991 and is in the country's center. This location is 148 kilometers east of Colombo and 72 kilometers north of Kandy. It is Sri Lanka's largest and best-preserved cave temple complex. The rock soars 160 meters above the nearby plains. In the neighborhood, there are more than 80 well-known caves. These sculptures and artworks depict the life of Lord Buddha. In total, there are 4 statues of gods and goddesses, 3 statues of Sri Lankan rulers, and 153 statues of Buddha.
You have the rest of the day at your leisure. You can have dinner and stay the night at Dambulla.
Day 2: Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Transfer To Pasikudha
After a lovely breakfast at the hotel, get ready for a day full of sightseeing.
You will Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning.
The "Fortress in the Sky" built in the fifth century, Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a "UNESCO World Heritage Site" and arguably the island's most amazing natural beauty. Because of the enormous lion that once stood atop the 600-foot-high rock above the Palace's entrance, it is also known as Lion Rock. The Royal Palace's foundations, water tanks for all other buildings, and guardhouses along the boundaries are all located on its peak. The only surviving example of an old Sinhala secular artwork can be found on one of the stairways, where there are frescoes of 21 life-size damsels who are still radiant in their original colors.
You will be taken to Pasikudha where you can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure and spend the night there.
Day 3: Thiru Koneshwaram Temple & Hot Water Spring
After a lovely breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken to Tincomalee. There you will visit the Thiru Koneshwaram Temple & Hot Water Spring. (Approximately 272 Km 7 Hrs Drive)
The sage Agasthyar constructed Thiru Koneshwaram in accordance with the instructions of Lord Shiva after being moved by King Ravana's devotion. This location is special because the Lord built a temple for a devotee as payment for his devotion. On his return, Lord Rama prayed as well to free himself of the Brahmaasthi Dosham. After a full day of sightseeing, you will be taken back to Pasikudha where you can spend the night peacfully.
Day 4: Pasikudha To Arugambey
After having a lavish breakfast, proceed to Arugambey. After checking in at the hotel you can freshen up and get some rest.
This day will be dedicated to your leisure. After spending the day lazing around you have your dinner & Overnight stay at Arugambey.
Day 5: Arugambey To Ella
After having a tummy full of breakfast, you will be taken to your next destination, Ella. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy the evening.
Your dinner and night stay will be arranged in Ella...
Day 6: Ella To Nuwara Eliya
After having a delectable breakfast, you will be taken to the next destination, Nuwara Eliya
The 'Little England' of Sri Lanka is located amid stunning mountain, valley, waterfall, and tea plantation landscapes. Although the temperature does drop at night, it is actually just like an English spring day in what is meant to be one of the island's cooler locations.
You may detect signs of the British influence all across Nuwara Eliya, such as mansions in the Queen Ann style or country cottages. The town's central Victoria Park is a beautiful location for a stroll or a picnic. While there may not be seasons elsewhere in Sri Lanka, you can tell when they are here by the flowers, which bloom from March to May and from August to September. These are the "seasons" when residents of low-lying areas travel to Nuwara Eliya to escape the heat and humidity. You will get a chance to visit Sita Amman Temple
After a full day of beautiful sightseeing, you will be returned to Ella for the night.
Day 7: Nuwara Eliya To Mirissa
After having breakfast, you will then proceed to Mirissa. Upon arrival you can check into the hotel and have the evening at your leisure. Your dinner and overnight stay will be arranged there beforehand.
Day 8: Whale Watching & Visit To Galle
After having breakfast, you will be taken to enjoy whale watching early in the morning
In the evening you will be taken for Sight Seeing in Galle.
Galle is the city with the most intriguing history in Sri Lanka. Up until around 100 years ago, it was a significant port; now, shipping and sailing boats are being handled in the natural harbor.
Wander around the harbor and lighthouse or go to the old town to view the traditional woodcarvers and lace makers and buy some of the best trinkets.
Galle, the Dutch Fort The largest city on the South Coast is Galle, which is surrounded by a gigantic Portuguese and Dutch Fort that is a "World Heritage Site" and is the oldest monument in the area. The city, nevertheless, might be considerably older. Some academics think it's the "Tarshish" of the Old Testament, where Jonah hid from the Lord and where King Solomon dispatched his trading ships.
The Portuguese founders of the 90-acre Galle Fort are no longer visible. In 1663, the Dutch built a massive rampart over the Portuguese northern wall. They constructed a second, taller wall inside of it. The central bastion of the Fort was joined to the two sea-facing half bastions by a covered passageway that ran between the two walls.
A sophisticated drainage system was also put in place by the Dutch, replete with underground sewers lined with brick that were cleansed twice daily by the high and low tides. The harbor served as the fort's original entrance. It is still standing, bearing the Dutch V.O.C.'s coat of arms with a rooster crest on the inner side of the Fort and the British Coat of Arms on the front. You will be taken back to your accommodation in Mirissa for a good night’s sleep.
Day 9: Departure From Mirissa
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Colombo airport to board the flight for your hometown. We are sure that you will bring lots of memories to your home.