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3 Days Heritage And Cultural Private Tour - Kandy, Minneriya NP, Sigiriya…
3 Days Heritage And Cultural Private Tour - Kandy, Minneriya NP, Sigiriya…
From Negombo
For KrisFlyer members only
From Colombo Airport/Colombo
For KrisFlyer members only
Highlights
Discover the rich and vast cultural and heritage of Sri Lanka within this tour, which is a 3 days tour through the most popular attractions that reflect the unique Sri Lankan culture and the pride of its incomparable heritage sites which are being named as world heritage sites by UNESCO due to their remarkable historical, traditional and cultural value.
During this visit you will visit Tea Factory, Geragama, Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, Temple of Tooth Relic, as well as iconic Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Rock Temple. This tour offers a very vibrant and unique show of Sri Lankan traditional dances, in the form of Kandy cultural show.
Enjoy Cooking Demonstration and visit Spice & Herbal Gardens, Matale.
Minneriya National Park is famed for its elephants and is ideal as part of a tour as well as seeking out its famous wildlife species and as you travel from Head into the park.
Itinerary
Colombo (OR other starting points)- Pilimatalawa - Peradeniya- Kandy
Geragama Tea Factory
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeHead away from Colombo (OR other starting points) and proceed to Kandy, the Hill Capital. Enroute Stop at Geragama Tea Factory. Geragama Tea Factory is one of the oldest in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka become the best land of most renowned beverage of the world. Sri Lanka silvering water falls process naturally the beauty of nature, also the most favorable factor of the climate and the best soil conditions required for the health grow of the Tea Plant. You will visit a tea plantation and observe how the plant is grown and harvested. From here you will travel to a factory and learn about the whole processing procedure and how different types of teas are created. And you will have an experience with Tea plucking, not to be missed.Royal Botanical Gardens
90 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedVisit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens – Located just a few minutes from the hill Capital of Kandy, is the place for lovers of fauna, flora and nature. The stunningly landscaped gardens, the large variety of plants and the Orchid House; the best known attraction of the garden featuring over 300 varieties of beautiful orchids make it a much loved Sri Lankan attraction. The great circle and Memorial trees - The great circle is a grassy central area of nearly 4 acres in extent. Around the circle is a diverse array of trees planted by dignitaries, who had visited the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens.Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedVisit Sri Dalada Maligawa, or Temple of the Tooth Relic, is the holiest Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. It was named as World Heritage site by UNESCO and is located in the city of Kandy, the ancient capital of the Kandyan kingdom. The golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha. During puja (offerings or prayers), the heavily guarded room housing the tooth is open to devotees and tourists.The Kandyan Arts & Crafts Industrial Center
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedEvening, Kandy cultural show, Sri Lanka, a country rich with culture & tradition offers a very vibrant and unique show of Sri Lankan traditional dances, in the form of Kandy cultural show. The beat a dancing from depicting several demons, vibrant expression of low country rhythm, Fire and Harvest dances accompanied by Ceremonial Drums and the Drum Orchestra rising and falling to the lively tempo. As many as 12 different folk and traditional dances are performed within the span of one hour.- AccommodationsOvernight stay at 3* Hotel, Kandy - (Meal Plan -BB)
Kandy–Matale - Dambulla – Minneriya - Sigiriya
Sirilak Spice & Herbal Garden
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeVisit Sirilak Spice & Herbal Gardens, Matale and is famous for its spice gardens, with offers free tours of their gardens with an English-speaking guide who can explain the merits and health properties of herbs, spices and plants including cocoa, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, coffee, nutmeg, pepper, cardamom, aloe vera, iriweriya (tulsi) and the henna plant and enjoy Cookery demonstration at Birds Garden Restaurant.Golden Temple of Dambulla
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedVisit and climb Golden Rock Cave Temple, Dambulla – The Dambulla cave Temples are another UNESCO World Heritage site which date back to the 1st Century BC. This cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries was first used as a refuge by an ancient king who upon regaining his throne commissioned magnificent images to be carved from the rock. Later kings mage further improvements and the caves now contain 150 images of the Buddha painted upon the walls. The hike up to the caves is short but steep (approx. 15-40 mins depending on route taken). At the top you can explore the caves and enjoy spectacular far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside.Minneriya National Park
3 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedGet a thrilling look at the elephants of Minneriya National Park during this 3-hour private Jeep safari. Travel to a wilderness refuge known for hosting one of the largest gatherings of Asian elephants on earth, observing these giant creatures as they drink, feed, and congregate. The chance to observe numerous species of birds, amphibians, and fish is an added bonus. Capture the golden opportunity to witness the Asia’s largest gathering of mighty elephants, wandering in the green grassland overlooking the beautiful Minneriya reservoir- the heart of the life of the national park. Offering you a range of animals to discover, a Minneriya safari ride is a golden opportunity wildlife enthusiasts should not miss in their visit to Sri Lanka.- AccommodationsOvernight stay at 3 * Hotel, Sigiriya (Meal Plan - BB)
Sigiriya- Back to Colombo (OR other starting point)
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
3 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedVisit and climb Sigiriya before proceed to Colombo. Sigiriya is a beautiful region and UNESCO World Heritage Site dominated by a colossal granite rock that emerges from lush jungle and can be seen for miles around. After murdering his father in the 5th Century, King Kasyapa chose this impenetrable rock the be the site of his new capital and palace. Sigiriya Rock Fortress, also known as the 'Lion's Rock' stands at 180 metres tall and is a magnificent sight. Ascend the steep stairs - 1200 in total - to reach the dizzying summit of the fortress, admiring the colourful frescoes that adorn the side of the rocks along the way. This challenging climb is rewarded with spectacular views over the pretty water gardens, canal and jungle beyond. Afterwards travel back to Colombo OR other starting point.
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Diamond Lanka Holidays
USD 619.17
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