Beauty of Sri Lanka (07 Nights & 08 Days)

“Ayubowan” On arrival at the recently refurbished Modern and State of the art International Airport, you will be
blessed to get your first taste of warm Sri Lankan hospitality; Representative from “The Wanderlust Vacations” will
welcome you at the Airport & transfer clients to Sigiriya.
En route visit a Spice garden at Matale
On the way visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
Dambulla is a vast isolated rock mass 500ft high
and a mile around the base. Here is found the
famous Rock Temple dating to the First Century
BC. The caves of Dambulla sheltered the King
Walagamba during his 14 years of exile from
Anuradhapura. When he regained the throne he
built the most magnificent of Rock Temples to be
found on the Island. There are images of deities
associated with Buddhism all around. The
frescoes on the ceiling date back to the 15th –
18th Centuries
Continue to Sigiriya & visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Sigiriya is home to the 5th Century ‘Fortress in
the Sky” which is perhaps the most fantastic
single wonder of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the huge lion that used to stand at the
entrance to the fortress. Within it triple-moated defense the huge rock rises almost to a sheer height of 500ft. On
its summit are the foundations of what was once a great and sumptuous palace and gardens complete with
swimming pool. On one of the stairways the only known ancient work of Sinhala secular painting survived in the
form of frescoes of life sized damsels in all the freshness and delicacy of their original color.
Kandalama Heritance Hotel – 1991 | Ar. Geoffery Bawa
Built on a rocky outcrop above the ancient Kandalama tank, in its final design the 160-bedroom hotel is wrapped
around the two sides of the rock with rooms facing across the tank towards Sigiriya. The two wings are connected
by a cave-like corridor which runs through the rock from the hotel entrance to the main reception areas.
Check into the hotel
Dinner and overnight at Sigiriya

Early morning pack breakfast depart to Anuradhapura
via Minneriya
Patriciate for jeep safari at Minneriya national park
Later continue to visit the archaeological sites at
Anuradhapura
Visit many sites of the City of archaeological and historical
interest including Isurumuniya – the first temple to be built in the
island, Sri Maha Bodhi Tree- with an authenticated history of more
than 2300 years which has been planted from a sapling from the
original tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment ,
Ruwanveliseya – the largest stupa in the island ,
Jethawanaramaya and Abhayagiriya – which in their original form
have been matching in size to the Great Pyramids in Giza being the
tallest brick buildings in the world and have thus been declared as
World Heritage Sites , Twin Ponds, Thuparamaya- the first Stupa
to be built in Sri Lanka enshrining the left collar bone of the Buddha,
the Samadhi Statue – meditating posture etc.

Return to the hotel
Dinner & overnight at Sigiriya

Early morning pack breakfast proceed to Polonnaruwa
On completion visit Polonnaruwa UNESCO world
heritage site
Polonnaruwa is another “World Heritage Site” was the
Capital of Sri Lanka from 11th – 13th Centuries, contains
some splendid and spectacular statues. Lankatilake,
Tivanka and Thuparama are the most beautiful and
largest Image Houses and Tivanka has the best
examples of frescoes of the Polonnaruwa period.
RankothVehera and Kirivehera are well preserved large
stupas, and Gal Vihare – a rock shrine, has four Buddha
statues, two seated, one standing and one reclining and
Parakrama Bahu statue are examples of Sinhalese stone
carver. The Vata-da-ge is a unique creation of the Sri
Lankan artists. The medieval capital, Polonnaruwa was
fortified with inner & outer moats and inner & outer walls.
The Parakrama Samudra is on the western side of the
city. The Royal Palace, Audience Hall and other buildings
in the inner city were enclosed by another tall wall.
Check into the hotel
Dinner & overnight stay at Polonnaruwa

After breakfast at hotel, checkout & proceed to Kandy
KANDY- This lovely city is the erstwhile Hill Capital and
last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings. Encircled by hills,
with a tranquil lake in its centre, it is the site of the
renowned “Temple of the Tooth”. Place of interest are the
Peradeniya Botanical Gardens and the Mahaweli
Diversion Project in their impressive settings. Spice
Garden dot the outskirts of Kandy along with handicraft
centers and the market-place is a hub of activity. Kandy
retains an aura of grandeur which time has not effaced.
Later proceed to City tour of Kandy, including Upper Lake
Drive, Market Square, Arts & Crafts Centre, and Gem
Museum. The last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings was
finally ceded to the British in 1815. Kandy is an example
of the Buddhism’s influence in Sri Lanka today. Temple’s
shrines and monasteries keeping alive Buddhist traditions
are everywhere.
Evening witness a Cultural dance performance featuring
various dance types of Sri Lanka- Duration (45 minutes –
01hour)
Temple of the Tooth and Devales, Kandy’s Tooth Relic
Temple is the most significant Buddhist holy place in Sri
Lanka, venerated by Buddhists from Southeast Asia as
well. There are four shrines for Gods connected to the Buddha’s Tooth Temple. These Devales, which play an

important role in the processions of the Buddha’s Tooth Temple, are mainly Sinhalese places of worship, whereas
Tamil Hindu temples are called Kovils. But the Devales are closely connected to Hinduism in many ways. The
above mentioned world-famous procession called Kandy Perahara, originates in the Ratha Yatras held for the
Hindu deities.
Check into hotel.
Dinner & Overnight at Kandy

After breakfast proceed to Bentota via Galle
Join for City tour in Galle – This southern seaport was the 17th Century center of Dutch rule. The town is full of
Dutch monuments, ramparts and forts, to bear witness to this fact. Galle is also famous for its ebony carving and
delicate handmade lace. It has a pleasant atmosphere and a fine view of the sea.
Enroute participate for Madu River Boat Ride and turtle hatchery
Check into the hotel
Rest of the day for leisure
Clients can participate for water sports such as diving, snorkeling, surfing and etc
Dinner & overnight at Bentota

After breakfast depart to Colombo
Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, has a long history as a port on
ancient east-west trade routes, ruled successively by the Portuguese,
Dutch and British. That heritage is reflected in its architecture, mixing
colonial buildings with high-rises and shopping malls. The imposing
Colombo National Museum, dedicated to Sri Lankan history, borders
sprawling Viharamahadevi Park and its giant Buddha. Sightseeing
includes:
1. Pettah – the busy Bazaar area and Market Place
2. Gangarama Buddhist Temple
3. Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
4. New Parliamentary Complex
5. The Zoological Gardens
Check into the hotel

Dinner & Overnight stay at Colombo

Proceeds to the Bandaranayke international airport, where you stack all your memories in your eyes & Mind,
allowing this beautiful island Sri Lanka. This experience will leave you astounded. Pampered, enlightened.
Moreover, animated. A country like no other! Visit Sri Lanka… Dependent on the flight departure time, you will be
reassigned to the Airport.