Day :01 / Airport –Sigiriya Travel Time: 4.5hrs Ø You will be picked up Colombo airport, drive to Sigiriya for two night heritage stay. Ø Check in your hotel and in the afternoon take an safari jeep to “Minneriya National Park” where you can spot hundreds of wild elephants in their natural habitat Ø Overnight stay in Sigiriya Day 02: Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa , Sigiriya Ø Breakfast at the hotel & drive to Polonaruwa ,Kings ruled the central plains of Sri Lanka from Polonnaruwa 800 years ago, when it was a thriving commercial and religious center. The glories of that age can be found in the archaeological treasures that still give a pretty good idea of how the city looked in its heyday. You'll find the archaeological park a delight to explore, with hundreds of ancient structures – tombs and temples, statues and stupas – in a compact core. Ø Experience Hiriwaduna village tour learning and connecting with authentic rural life of Sri Lanka. An interesting excursion involving traditional rides on a bullock cart, through the lakes via local catamaran and interactions with the farmers and villagers ending with a typical home cooked meal/ snack in one of their homes. Day :03 / Sigiriya – Kandy · After early breakfast at the hotel, climb the fortress rock Sigiriya, It is built in the 5th century by King Kashyapa. It was a Kingdom built at the top of a massive rock. · There after drive to Kandy, Explore .Evening visit to Temple of Tooth where a sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha is enshrined. Religious services (pooja), accompanied with traditional drumming, are held at the temple daily at dawn, midday, and in the evening · Witness evening cultural dance show in Kandy, which is full of magical and fun-filled world that offers entertainment ,this is one-of-a-kind and true Sri Lankan cultural experience. Day :04 Kandy – Nuwara Eliya Travel Time: 3 hrs Ø After breakfast at the hotel drive to Nuwara Eliya Ø Enjoy the drive with misty steep roads, twisting through lush green blankets of tea bushes in a cool climate, remind visitors that they are within the range of the renowned British colonial retreat, Nuwara Eliya. Ø En route visit Ramboda waterfalls ,Tea Plantation and Tea factory. Explore the Tea estate and tea factory where you will gain insight into the manufacturing process as well as an opportunity to taste the different grades of hill country tea. Ø Afterward check in to your hotel and relax. Day :05: Nuwara Eliya – Yala Travel Time: 3hrs Ø After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Yala for overnight stay. Ø En-route stops in “Ella” a small hill country town. Visit to Nine Arch Bridge, Rawana waterfalls and explore the town. Ø Evening Jeep safari to Yala notation al park, Day 06: Yala- Mirissa Travel Time: 4 hrs Ø Breakfast at the hotel & drive to Mirissa for two nighs beach stay Ø Enjoy the drive passing paddy fields, Beautiful south beach Ø Check in to hotel & relax Ø Overnight stay at Mirissa Day 07: Mirissa Ø After relaxing breakfast at the hotel enjoy a short walk to Galle City, A historical masterpiece of colonialism, with Portuguese and Dutch influences fusing with local culture and heritage the Fort has been classified as a World Heritage by UNESCO. Spend the day wandering through its cobble stoned streets exploring its many significant landmarks, buildings & Cafes Ø Rest of the day relax at the beach Day 08: Mirissa – Air-portTravel Time: 1.5hrs Ø After relaxing breakfast at the hotel drive to Colombo Ø Visit Galle Face Promenade , Port City, the scenic Beira Lake in the heart of the city, The War Memorial, Public Library, National Museum,Nelum Pokuna Theatre,Gangarama Temple, Vihara Mahadevi Park Colombo and many more historical and important landmarks and places that make an interesting . Ø There after drive to Colombo Air port to catch the flight back with beautiful memories Cost as follows: Based on 3 Star Accommodation with Breakfast & Dinner meal basis in 1x Double Room, Cost per Person: AU$ 1300 The above cost includes: ü City tours & sightseeing ü Accommodations at 3 Star hotels with Daily breakfast & Dinner meal basis. ü Transportation by Private air-conditioned Car ü Service of an English speaking chauffeur guide ü Highway Tickets Free ü Fuel for Vehicle Included in the Package ü Local insurance for the vehicle ü Passenger Insurance ü Including all Taxes & Service charges ü Tea Factory visit & Tea tasting The above cost does not include: · Lunch · Personal Expenses · Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary · Activities charges · Site Entrance fees · Safari Jeep hire · Tips for the guide and driver