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Sri Lanka Nature, Culture and Wild Tour
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This special tour is designed for Nature, Culture and Wildlife lovers. If you are in Sri Lanka, This is something you cannot miss!This tour packed with most exciting activities like Climbing Lion rock, Ella rock,Little Adams peak, Many different Wildlife National parks safari, Horton Plains,Scenic train trip to Ella,Local Cooking experience, Spice Garden,Tea Factory Visit Tour, beach relax, Galle Dutch fort,  Madu river Safari and colombo City tour.The tour will start from Colombo/ Negombo Tour Highlights: Sigiriya, Dambulla, Minneriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Tea Factory Visit, Waterfalls, Horton Plains, Ella by scenic train ride, Yala National Park, Mirissa, Galle, Colombo.

Day 1: Ayu-bowan! Welcome to Sri Lanka. Your Nature, Culture and Wild Tour begins in the town of Negombo, located close to Bandaranaike International Airport. After you exit Colombo International airport, the Mango Vacations guide will meet you at Arrival lobby in the airport and take you to a luxurious and comfortable vehicle and drive you to the cultural triangle Dambulla-Sigiriya. Sigiriya is one of the most famous and attractive places in Sri Lanka. Sigiriya means ‘lion’s rock’. Height of the rock is around 200 meters. According to the history of Sri Lanka this rock was used as a kingdom in Sri Lanka by king Kashyapa in the 5th century. Time to do some hiking! Grab your camera and head to climb the incredible Sigiriya Rock. We promise you… it’s going to be an amazing day! View the ancient wall paintings, the sanskrit marked mirror wall and the huge stone lion paws guarding the ascent to the summit. The views from the top are unrivalled as you travel through the time examining the ruins. From here you can view the national parks of Minneriya and Kaudulla where you can see hundreds of elephants. Once this is done, you could be a bit tired. So now we have arranged something special for you at Ayurvedic Spa. Afterwards, you will check in your hotel in Sigiriya where you can relax in the evening.

Night 1: Sigiriya

Day 2: Today after your breakfast we will start to explore the rest of things in Sigiriya that we missed yesterday and head to a village tour and lunch in a typical village in Sigiriya. In the afternoon we will head to discover Minneriya national park and enjoy a safari tour. After the safari we will move to your hotel in Sigiriya.

Night 2: Sigiriya

Day 3: Today We say goodbye to Sigiryia and move to Kandy, the second largest city, Kandy. We will stop at the Dambulla cave temple and spice garden on the way, to learn about where our favourite spicers are coming from. Here we traverse the hills that provide a stunning view of the artificial but now notoriously beautiful Kandy Lake .you will visit the temple of the tooth, Botanical Garden and cultural dance show during this day.

Night 3: Kandy

Day 4: It’s time to explore the tea region of Nuwara Eliya. On the way you can visit a tea factory and learn the tea making process. Also try some fresh varieties of tea. Nuwara Eliya is often referred to as ‘Little England’ because many of the buildings are from the British colonial period, such as the Queen’s Cottage, Grand Hotel, Hill Club and Town Post Office. Sri Lanka, Tea and Tourism are words which cannot be separated. Head for the cold and misty hills. Enjoy the heavenly scent and make sure to end your day in style over a cool climate. Attractions in Nuwara Eliya : Walk through the historical city, Lover’s waterfall, Victoria Park, Gregory Lake, Horton Plains National Park.

Night 4: Nuwara Elliya

Day 5: This tour takes you on a scenic train ride through the beautiful mountains of tropical Sri Lanka. Embark on the train ride from Nanu Oya train station. Our guide will take your bags and meet you at Ella train station. Feast your eyes on the colourful scenery and interesting villages passing by. Experience Sri Lanka’s natural beauty at its best. Here is another perfect destination of Sri Lanka, beautiful landscape and waterfalls, nature and weather is always cool.

Night 5: Ella

Day 6: After breakfast it´s time to do some hiking and enjoy the beautifull lanscape in the small town in Ella. Today we will discover Waterfalls, Nine Arch Bridge and little Adams Peak. In the evening we will explore the centre. This little town is covered with many bars and restaurant for you. Your hotel is located in Ella with the view of most famous Ella Rock.

Night 6: Ella

Day 7: After breakfast it’s time to say goodbye to Ella and head to Yala. It’s time for you to see leopards, bears and birds. Join the Yala National Park Safari tour in the evening and enjoy a BBQ after being in the wild. You will be staying here in Tissa Lake View romantic hotel for one night.Things to visit here: Tissa Lake birds safari, Yala National Park, Tissamaharama ancient city and temple.

Night 7: Yala National park

Day 8: Today after breakfast we will head to Mirissa where you can see some huge whales and a nice beach to relax for another two days. It is a beautiful beach with a relaxed and laid back atmosphere. Along the beach there are plenty of beach restaurants and cafes, serving delicious and fresh seafood. After dark, the restaurants put out tables on the beach, light lanterns and candles and serve seafood BBQ´s and many more.You will be staying in Mirissa at a beach Hotel for two nights.

Night 8: Mirrissa

Day 9: Today after breakfast we will head to Mirissa where you can see some huge whales and a nice beach to relax for another two days. It is a beautiful beach with a relaxed and laid back atmosphere. Along the beach there are plenty of beach restaurants and cafes, serving delicious and fresh seafood. After dark, the restaurants put out tables on the beach, light lanterns and candles and serve seafood BBQ´s and many more.You will be staying in Mirissa at a beach Hotel for two nights.

Night 9: Mirrissa

Day 10: you will be driven to the airport or Negombo hotel based on the time of your flight.On the way, We will stop at galle duetch fort and Bentota Maduriver Safari. afterwards enjoy a city tour of the capital of Sri Lanka. It’s time to do some shopping, visit local restaurants, walk thought Galle Face Green or visit Gangarama temple. Then we will head to airport or your hotel. This Amazing tour now comes to an end. We hope, you enjoed this specialized  itinerary in Sri Lanka. Mango Vacations can customize the itinerary to your requirements if you want any amendments made. Kindly get in touch with us and we will be happy to help.

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