LikeMo Package #7

Activities -

Wake up with the clam mind at sigiriya.

Devour breakfast at the hotel.

Check out and proceed to Polonnaruwa.

Tour around the ancient Polonnaruwa city.

Take dinner at hotel in Polonnaruwa.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Polonnaruwa. (H/B)

Polonnaruwa

The modern town of Polonnaruwa is also known as New Town, and the other part of Polonnaruwa remains as the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa. The second oldest of all Sri Lanka's kingdoms, Polonnaruwa was first established as a military post by the Sinhalese kingdom. It was renamed Jananathamangalam by the Chola dynasty after their successful invasion of the country's then capital, Anuradhapura, in the 10th century. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage Site. The ancient city of Polonnaruwa remains one of the best-planned archaeological relic cities in the country, standing testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdom's first rulers. Its beauty was also used as a backdrop to film scenes for the Duran Duran music video Save a Prayer in 1982. The ancient city of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Polonnaruwa is the second largest city in North Central Province, but it is known as one of the cleanest and more beautiful cities in the country. The green environment, amazing ancient constructions, Parakrama Samudra (a huge lake built in 1200), and attractive tourist hotels and hospitable people, make it a tourism hotspot.Another draw for tourists is the city's population of toque macaques. The monkeys have been living in the ruins since the human occupation and continued to thrive there long after the humans left. The city is dotted with temples, shrines, palaces and ruins. Explore the royal palace from the period of King Parakramabahu I (1153 – 1186). Once a massive structure with 50 rooms, today impressive walls still stand strong. Lion sculptures guard the stairs to the king’s audience hall, where intricately carved stone elephants line the walls and the king’s swimming pool with large crocodile mouth statues spout fresh water. An impressive collection of ruins forms the sacred quadrangle and in the middle is the vatadage (ancient structure) with four entrances leading to the place where the Sacred Tooth Relic was once housed. Explore the large stupa (hemispherical structure containing relics) Rankot Vihara and the monks’ quarters. A tribute built to the king’s queen, Dagaba Kiri Vihara is a perfectly preserved dagaba, lovingly repainted by devotees. Marvel at the massive 17m (55ft) Buddha statue at Lankatilaka and you can see big statue of Buddha at Gal Vihara, cut from one slab of granite. Built of stone, Hindu Temple No.2, in Polonnaruwa is tucked away in a small forest clearing.

Activities -

Wake up to the beautiful Peacock chirpings in Sigiriya.

Savor breakfast at the hotel.

Check out and Proceed to Kandy.

On the way to Dambulla, you can taste sweet tropical fruits in the paradise of Sri Lanka.

Enroute can see Dambulla Golden Cave Temple in Sri Lanka. (Out side view).

Walk through the Spice village at Matale.

Get to know how best spices in the world are grown and made.

Proceed to the city of Kandy.

Getting valuable experience to know about Sri Lanka naturel gemstone from gem museum.

Witness a Sri Lankan traditional cultural show in free of charge.

Getting another experience with Kandy Lake and opportunity by feeding food to fish and taking pictures in front of beautiful Kandy Lake.

Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy.

Check in a beautiful hotel in Kandy and relax.

Savor dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay at Hotel in Kandy. (H/B)

Kandy Lake

Kandy Lake, also known as Kiri Muhuda or the Sea of Milk, is an artificial lake in the heart of the hill city of Kandy. It's built in 1807 by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe next to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. It is a protected lake, with fishing banned. There are many legends and folklore regarding the lake. There is a connected secret tunnel also.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - Kandy

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is very famous among Buddhist people in the world as well as others. because there are enshrined Gautama Buddha’s tooth relic. The present Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is located in Kandy in Sri Lanka. During the Kandyan period, it was located in the existing royal palace complex.The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic was first built by King Wimaladharmasuriya in Kandy Kindom. The 32 buildings in Kandy, including the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic have been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Activities -

Enjoy the misty morning with a cup of iconic Ceylon tea.

Enjoy a breakfast at the hotel.

Check out from the hotel and Proceed to Nuwara Eliya.

Enroute visit the Royal Botanic Gardens at peradeniya.

Enroute experience at world famous tea estate, factory & plantation. Enjoy and taste Ceylon tea at tea factory.

Check in beautiful hill country hotel at Nuwara Eliya.

Savor dinner at hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel in Nuwara eliya. (H/B)

Royal Botanic Gardens

Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya are about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. It is near the Mahaweli River (The longest river in Sri Lanka).[2] It is renowned for its collection of orchids. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees.[3] Attached to it is the "National Herbarium of Sri Lanka". The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres (0.59 km2), at 460 meters above sea level, and with a 200-day annual rainfall. Royal Botanic Gardens Peradeniya attracts approximately 2 million local and foreign visitors annually. It is managed by the Division of National Botanic Gardens of the Department of Agriculture and the National Herbarium of Sri Lanka is attached to it as well. the origins of the Botanic Gardens date as far back as 1371 when King Wickramabahu III ascended the throne and kept court at Peradeniya near the Mahaweli river. The Botanical Garden at Peradeniya was formally established in 1843 with plants brought from Kew Garden in London, Slave Island, Colombo, and the Kalutara Garden in Kalutara and it was made more independent and expanded under George Gardner as superintendent in 1844, after which it was controlled under a few superintendents till it was taken under the control of the Department of Agriculture in 1912.

Tea Factory

It's Introduced in 1867, Ceylon Tea has grown to be the top agriculture export in Sri Lanka and provides direct and indirect employment to nearly 1 million people while around 4% of the country’s land area is covered in tea plantations amounting to nearly 203,000 hectares. Sri Lanka’s tea-growing areas are mainly concentrated in the central highlands and southern inland areas in the country. Sri Lanka’s tea-growing areas are namely Nuwara Eliya, Uda Pussellawa, Uva, Dimbula, Kandy, Sabaragamuwa, and Ruhuna. Each area produces a uniquely flavoured world famous Ceylon Tea.

Activities -

Wake up enjoying a cup of Ceylon tea at the hotel.

Enjoy and relaxing at very cool climate.

Savor a breakfast at the hotel.

Check out from the hotel and Proceed to kalutara in Sri Lanka.

Enroute experience and visit Nuwara Eliya city tour.

Savor dinner at hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel in Kalutara. (H/B)

Nuwara Eliya

Located in the elevated south-central region of Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya is a travel destination one should never miss while on their Sri Lanka vacation. As Sri Lanka is a tropical country with high humidity, Nuwara Eliya was favored by the British during colonization for its exceptionally cold climate. Thus, European flora and fauna and European fruits like strawberries were grown. The elegant mountains blanketed by the foggy chill, foamy streams of waterfalls, and the beautiful parks and rivers have made the perfect Sri Lanka vacation.

Nuwara eliya city tour

Experience the charming city of Nuwara Eliya, also known as little England. All the main attractions of Nuwara eliya city tour which include colonial buildings, Lake Gregory, Victoria Park, Red post office, Horse race coast, Hindu temple, seeing beautiful landscapes covered with tea and a contrasting view apart from other major cities of Sri Lanka.

Activities -

Enjoy and relaxing at the beach Hotel.

Savor a breakfast at the hotel.

Take part in the famous historic Galle city tour.

Listen to the interesting tales about Galle fort.

Site seeing the beauty of colonial architecture in Galle.

Getting a beautiful experience about the sea turtle by visiting turtle conversation center.

Learning about Sri Lanka’s sea turtles and pioneering turtle conservation project.

Experience the iconic Madu River Boat ride.

Don’t miss the stunning sunset by the beach.

Get back to the beach hotel and relax.

Enjoy a dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in the beach hotel at Kalutara. (H/B).

Galle Fort

Galle Fort is in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century. It is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 432 years maintains a polished appearance, due to extensive reconstruction work done by the Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka. The galle fort has been declared as World Heritage Site by the UNESCO.

Turtle Hatchery

Turtle Hatchery in Sri Lanka is a sanctuary that works on increasing the rate of survival of baby turtles on the island. The centre functions mainly as a hatchery and makes huge efforts to increase the rate of hatching, and survival of baby turtles in their very initial stages. However the Care centre also works on sick or injured adults; treating them and releasing them back into the ocean. They also run volunteer programs and awareness programs for local and international visitors.

Madu River

The Madu River is very rich in biodiversity. It passes through the wet zone of Sri Lanka opening up into the large Madu Lagoon on its way to the Indian Ocean. You can visit and get experience with madu ganga boat tour, Mangrove swamps of madu ganga, Fish massage spas, Cinnamon island, Madu Ganga lake, lot of small island (Ma doowa, Satha paha doowa).

Activities -

Wake up to the calm sound of beach waves.

Start your day with an exercises your selves.

Enjoy a breakfast at the hotel.

Check out and Proceed to Colombo by train.

Experience by train in sea side with amazing beach views.

Enjoy a city tour in Colombo.

Visit Sri Lanka’s best shopping malls.

Proceed to airport for your schedule flight with so much to remember and cherish one day and have a safe flight!

Note: Hotel's check in time is 14.00 hours and check out time is 12.00 hours.

Colombo City

Colombo is the commercial city of Sri Lanka. Colombo metropolitan area has a population of 5.6 million, and 752,993 in the Municipality. It is the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination. Colombo is a busy and vibrant city with a mixture of modern life, colonial buildings and monuments. Famous landmarks in Colombo include Galle face green, Colombo port, Colombo port city, Central bank, Viharamahadevi Park, Beira Lake, Colombo racecourse, University of Colombo, Independent square, BMICH, Nelum pokuna theatre, One galle face, Gangaramaya Temple, Dutch museum, Colombo lotus tower, the National museum and Planetarium (some places are outside view).