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DAY 1 WELCOME TO SRILANKA Welcome to Sri Lanka. On arrival, you'll be picked up and transferred to your luxury hotel, the Taj Samudra, Colombo. A contemporary building situated on the seafront, it provides an idyllic ambience at sunset. Unwind and rejuvenate before meeting your fellow travellers and Travel Director at 19:00, fora Welcome Dinner with drinks. (DW) Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo. DAY 2 ExPLORE COLOMBO In the morning, head ona leisurely walking tour of Colombo with Mark Forbes, a photographer and wildlife enthusiast, and discover the city's hidden treasures, Journey through a myriad of buildings that date back from 17th century and were erected mostly during Dutch and British rule. Visit Pettah Market, where locals head to pick up fresh fruit and vegetables, garments and jewelery. This market place is older than the buildings around it and an area best explored with a local. Later, head out to explore old Colombo's oldest neighborhoods by tuk-tuk. Cruise the city streets as the sun descends over the Indian Ocean and the city lights spring to life around a pulse of evening activity. (B) DAY 3 WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE Relaxed Start. After breakfast, begin your journey to Wilpattu National Park. On arrival, check into your luxury safari camp located on the border of the park, a quintessential glamping experience anda satisfying blend of comfort and nature. Enjoy relaxing in your spacious living room, with views of the lush, green jungle just steps away. In the evening, explore the park by jeep safari in search for Sri Lanka's big four—leopards, elephants, sloth bears and deer. (B) (L) (D) Mahoora Safari Camp, Wilpattu National Park. DAY 4 JUNGLE SAFARI Enjoy journeying through the jungle on your morning and afternoon safaris. Keep your eyes peeled for crocodiles, buffalos, mongooese and turtles. (B) (L) (D) DAY 5 WILPATTUTOSIGIRIYA In the morning head south, making your way to Sigiriya. Visit Anuradhapura with Insight Choice. Choose to explore the temple complex, sprawling with a rich collection of archeological wonders. Alternatively, visit the small community of Puranagama, to. experience traditional village life Meet a practicing Buddhist and embark on a guided walking tour of the Ritigala jungle’s enveloped paths. Hear the tales and secrets of the forest dwelling monks, a community that once inhabited the monastic reserve and today devote their lives to simple living in the forest. (B) (D) Hotel Aliya Resort & Spa, Sigiriya. DAY 6 EXPLORING SIGIRIYA'S ANCIENT KINGDOM Explore Sigiriya with Insight Choice. Choose to climb Sigiriya Rock. Alternatively, visit Sigiriya Water Gardens Later, visit the historic city of Polonnaruwa, the second most ancient of Sri Lanka's kingdoms. During a tuk-tuk ride, explore the ancient remains of temples and tombs. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site before heading back to your hotel. (B) TOP RATED HIGHLIGHT Anuradhapura temple (Day 5, SriLanka) DAY 7 COLOURFUL CAVES AND RAINFORESTS Today you'll visit the colourful Dambulla Caves. Also known as the Golden Temple caves, this World Heritage Site is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Stop at Tamarind Gardens for a MAKE TRAVEL, MATTER® Experience. This local farm has been working to supply community members with access to clean water, nutritional food, and supports the village towards a sustainable future. Later, arrive in Kandy. Once here you'll enjoy a cultural evening of drums anda dance performance. (B) Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy. DAY 8 TEA COUNTRY HILLS Relaxed Start. Visit the Sacred Tooth Relic. Located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, it is home to Sri Lanka's most important Buddhist relic, a tooth of Buddha Later meet Rahju, a local artist, at his contemporary art gallery. Enjoy a private viewing of his magnificent paintings and discuss his unique perspectives on life over a cup of tea Continue to Nuwara Eliya, a green haven of tea plantations and tea gardens. In the evening, participate in a cooking demonstration. Learn to cook Sri Lankan and South Indian cuisine with a local chef, before indulging in the fruits of your hard work. (B) (D) Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya. DAY 9 EXPLORING NUWARA ELIYA Discover Horton Plains on a hike to World's End, where a stunning escarpment plunges 880 metres down to the jungle floor. Stand in awe and capture incredible views of the expansive plateau, before mist and cloud obscure the scene. In the afternoon, learn everything there is to know about Ceylon tea during a visit to a tea plantation and garden. Walk through the plantation during plucking time and spend time with a tea plucker to learn about their life, before enjoying a tasting session hosted byan expert. In the evening, toast to your travels with your new friends over a Celebration Dinner at your hotel. (B) (DW) DAY 10 GoopsyE coLomBO It's time to say goodbye to your fellow travellers, as your journey comes to an end, You'll be driven back to Colombo airport for your onward flight. A stop will be made in Colombo for those extending their stay. (B) ‘SRI LANKA WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK Anuradhapura (Ooys 38.4) Cultural Shee Triangle ft Polonnaruwa Jungle NUWARA ELIYA (Days8 &9) COLOMBO (ays 1,2 10) Horton Plains KEY &H Join/Leave Options ers ffunesco far tel ic} Heritage Site Ocentral Hotels + Nights @ scenic Hotels + Nights @ Place Visited pests Rei Tun Cog ae Matis aS Ss Ze < = a 7) C-) af < ui Pe, < a
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