If you have a limited time to see the sights of Sri Lanka, this 2-day tour will take you to Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, and to some of the country’s most popular attractions.
Sri Lanka's Hill Country is the island at its most scenic, a mist-wrapped land of emerald peaks and stupendous views, of hillsides carpeted with tea plantations and graced by astonishing waterfalls. Kandy you will have the opportunity to see UNESCO world heritage site, the Temple of the Tooth Relic, the Royal Botanical Gardens- Peradeniya and also enjoy a panoramic view of Kandy from upper lake drive. Enjoy the drumbeat of traditional dance- Cultural show in the evening.
Explore, Nuwara Eliya, the hill station favored by the British when the heat of the coast got too enervating. The bungalows, climate and ambience evoke an old-fashioned England, Visit Glenloch Tea Factory, Sight scenes- Nuwara Eliya and enjoy some extra unique activities such as White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, Kitulagala
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Fuel Charges
✔ English-Speaking Guide
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off in all starting points -Customer Pickup Points
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Bottled water- two 500 ml bottles per person per day
✔ Vehicle Passenger Insurance
✖ Hotel Accommodation (Kandy)
✖ Lunches & Dinner
✖ Entry/Admission - Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya
✖ Entry/Admission - Temple of The Tooth, Kandy
✖ Entry/Admission - Cultural Show
✖ Entry/Admission - Kitulagala - Rafting & Water Sports
✖ Any video/still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit
✖ Tips to guides, restaurants, and hotel lobby, Tipping is expected
✖ Any other expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
Departure & Return
Departure:
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We pick up from any hotel or residence in Bentota
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
Colombo/Negombo/Mount Lavinia/Wadduwa/Kalutara/Bentota to Kandy
1
Royal Botanical Gardens
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.
Duration: 3.8 days
2
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Temple of the Tooth Relic - Sri Dalada Maligawa, or Temple of the Tooth Relic, is the holiest Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. It 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.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Kandyan Cultural Centre
From 17.00hrs to 18.00 hrs - Cultural show- Kandyan Dance
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.
Duration: 60 minutes
Kandy- Katukitula- Nuwara Eliya - Kitulgala- Colombo (or starting point)
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Glenloch Tea Factory
Glenloch Tea Factory, Katukitula - The factory had humble beginnings, but over time it has put Sri Lanka on the map as the fourth-largest producer of tea in the world. One of its founders was Sir Thomas Lipton, a name widely recognized on tea boxes, who purchased a tea estate and factory in the late 19th century. Enjoy the beautiful landscape and temperate climate, which offers excellent conditions for growing quality tea leaves. Take a 30 -45 minute guided tour to learn how a leaf becomes a beverage;
Duration: 45 minutes
2
Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya – Sri Lanka’s premier hill resort with a fine bracing mountain climate, Nuwara Eliya is also the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country, producing some of the world’s best tea. The mountain slopes and valleys area carpet of velvety green tea plantations, interspersed with gushing streams and tumbling water falls. Red or green roofed plantation bungalows, English country style homes and hotels with lovely flower gardens, a fine 18 hole golf course and a race course gives Nuwara Eliya a decidedly British character.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
St Clair's Falls
After Nuwara Eliya city Tour- sight scenes, Visit St. Clair's Water falls & Devon Water Falls
Duration: 20 minutes
4
White Water Rafting:
Great Fun, Adventure, Excitement and the ideal Outdoor Experience in White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. This activity is for anyone above the age of 10 years with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing will be given by the white water rafting instructors beforehand. The distance covered is around 5 KMs. The river and its surrounding will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable Experience. Choose the offer which fits best to your style and energy.
Find all these elements in Rafting, Hiking, Trekking and Canyoning at "Kelani" River in Kithulgala, Sri Lanka and fall in love with the rapids, Water and Greenery that Nature has to offer you in this part of the Country!
Afterwards travel back to starting point.
Duration: 60 minutes
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
