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09 Days Tour
CHARIKA TRAVELS Tel: (03) 8804 1488, Email: [email protected]
Web: www.charikatravels.com
Celink Australia Pty Ltd t/a CHARIKA TRAVELS
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INTRODUCTION
This tour is ideal for Sri Lankans living in overseas - intend to visit Sri Lanka during
their holidays. The speciality is that, this tour provides them the opportunity to visit
and pay homage to world renowned Buddhist holy places in Sri Lanka and to enjo y
the tour as an unforgettable adventure – holiday.
The tour covers 05 UNESCO world heritage sites which include ancient cities, Buddhist
holy monuments with over 2000 years of history and cultural sites.
The Adventure component includes a journey to island’s picturesque highlands,
exciting wildlife safari in one of the largest National Parks in Sri Lanka, and 2 days
‘Beach Escape’ at a beach hotel.
This is an amazing tour of 09 days. Travellers can experience and witness many
different aspects and attractions which the ‘Small Wonder of Asia’ has to offer.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Tour Duration: 08 Nights / 09 Days
Overnight Staying Destinations: Anuradhapura (1 Night), Sigiriya (2 Nights)
Kandy (1 Night), Nuwara Eliya (1 Night), Tissamaharamaya/Yala (1 Night), South
Beach (2 nights)
Main Tour Attractions & Activities: Anuradhapura Ancient City Excursion, Sigiriya
Lion Rock Climb, Polonnaruwa Ancient City Excursion, Dambulla Cave Temple, ,
Kandy Temple of the Tooth, Cultural Show at Kandy, Tea Factory & Plantation visit,
Hakgala Botanical Gardens, Kiri Vehera, Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya, Yala
National Park Safari, Tropical Beach Holiday at South-West Beach
This Program covers Five (05) UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Accommodation: Room Sharing in either Economy (below 3 Star) Hotels OR 3 Star
Type Hotels
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast OR Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Transport: All Hotel Transfers are in Private A/C Vehicle driven by an English -
Speaking Chauffeur Guide
Tour Validity Period: 01 November 2018 to 28 February 2019
Group Size: 2 Adults OR 3 – 4 Adults OR 5 – 8 Adults
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Pick-up from Colombo Location and you will be heading to Anuradhapura. Upon hotel
check in relax for a while, you are ready to embark on an exciting adventure to witness
2000 years old history of Sri Lanka – tour to the Anuradhapura Ancient City
Anuradhapura Ancient City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest
continuously inhabited cities in the world. Anuradhpuraya was considered as the
capital of Sri Lanka from 04th Century BC to the beginning of 11th Century AD.
The city’s greatest treasures include:
• Sri Maha Bodhiya: The original Southern branch (right wing branch) of historical
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi (sacred fig/peepal tree) at Bodhgaya under which Lord Buddha
attained Enlightenment. Brought by Ven. Arihat Sangamitta therani (the daughter of
the Emperor Aoska of India) in the year 288 BC (3rd Century BC) and planted in
Anuradhapura holy city. Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura is considered and venerated
as one of the most precious and sacred relics, by Buddhists all over the world and is
the oldest living human-planted tree in the world.
• Ruwanwalisaya: is also known as the Maha Stupa (or the Great Stupa) is the most
prominent Buddhist Stupas in Sri Lanka. Built by King Dutugemunu in 140 BC to
enshrines a large portion of Buddha’s Relics. Ruwanwelisaya stupa is considered as
one of the world's tallest monuments, standing at around 103 m (338 ft) and with a
circumference of 290 m (951 ft).
Day 1
ANURADHAPURA
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• Tuparamaya: Considered as the first Buddhist Stupa in Sri Lanka, built by King
Devanmpiya-Tissa (247-207 BC), in 3rd Century BC in which enshrines the sacred Right
Collar Bone of Lord Buddha. The Stupa was built in the shape of a bell and the
compound was paved with granite.
• Jethawanaramaya: Built in Anuradhapura by King Mahasena (273–301). With a high
of 122 metres (400 ft) with a base-area of 233,000 m2 (2,508,000 sq ft). This is an
ancient engineering marvel and approximately 93.3 million bricks were used in the
construction. It is believed to be the world's tallest stupa and perhaps one of the
tallest structures in the Ancient world. Associated monasteries and structures within
the compound said to be housed approximately 10,000 Buddhist Monks. and This
stupa represents a period of Buddhist History of Sri Lanka as it represents the tension
between two Buddhist schools i.e. Theravad and Mahayana sects.
• Abhyagiriya: Built in Anuradhapura by King Valagamba during the period of his
second reign, from 89-77 BC. This was the stupa for a monastery complex for
Mahayana and Theravada Buddhist schools. Abhyagiriya site was one of the most
extensive Archaeological sites in the world with ruins of a complex of great
monasteries considered as an international teaching institute for Buddhism by 1st
Century AD, which attracted many international scholars from all over the world.
Other significant sites and attracts in Anuradhpura includes Isurumuniya Vihara, the
world famous ‘Samadhi Budhha Statue’, ‘Kuttam Pokuna’ or the twin ponds,
‘Mirisavatiya stupa’, Lankarama Viharaya etc.
Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights.
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After breakfast, you will leave for Sigiriya for 2 nights stay.
In the Afternoon, you will visit the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa and witness many
archaeological and historical monuments
Day 3 after breakfast, in the morning you go to see one of the Wonders of the Ancient
World the ‘Sigiriya Lion Rock’ and witness the ancient engineering ingenuity
(Sigiriya Lion Rock requires climbing of many steep steps).
Days 2 & 3
SIGIRIYA
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Polonnaruwa Ancient City
Situated in Polonnaruwa district in North Central Province, Polonnaruwa is The second
most ancient city of Sri Lanka. King Vijayabahu – 1st declared Polonnaruwa as the
Capital in 1070. Polonnaruwa’s Golden age was dawned during the period of King
Parakramabahu-1st (1153–1186) who declared that ‘no drop of rainwater falling from
sky shall not flow to sea without serving the mankind’. Du ring this period, King
Parakramabahu build a sophisticated irrigation system based on Parakrama Samudra
(Sea of Parakramabhahu) – a man-made gigantic reservoir. This irrigation system
which provide water to paddy fields during dry seasons even in present days, is an
engineering marvel of Ancient Sri Lankans. Polonnaruwa was a magnificient Garden
City during King Parakramabahu’s reign, and was flourishing to become an
international trade and agricultural hub.
Today, Polonnaruwa Ancient City is a UNESCO world heritage site and a famous
archaeological site visited by tourists around the world. Historical archaeological
attractions in the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa include: Ruins of Royal Palaces,
Watadage, Hatadage, Nissanka Latha Madapa, Rankoth Vehera, Lank atilaka Temple,
Statues of Gal Vihara, Kiri Vihara, ‘The statue of Kind Parakramabahu’, and Shiva
Devalaya.
Note: This attraction involves walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights.
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Sigiriya Lion Rock (Sigiriya Fortress)
Sigiriya is a 5th Century man-made fortification situated on a majestic column of rock
and known as the “Fortress in the Sky”. This 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. Sigiriya Lion Rock is a UNESCO listed world
Heritage Site. The Lion Rock Fortress palace and fortifications were built by
King Kasyapa (477 – 495 CE) on Sigiriya Rock. Within its triple-moated defence the
huge rock rises almost to a sheer height of 500ft. On its summit are the foundations
of what was once a great palace and gardens complete with swimming pool. On one
of the stairways, the only known ancient work of secular painting survived in the form
of Frescoes of life sized damsels in all the freshness and delicacy of their original
colour. Another attraction of Sigiriya is its’ ‘Mirror Wall’, this wall is filled with ancient
inscriptions which considered to be poems. Further, Sigiriya is considered a s a marvel
of ancient urban planning and landscaping skills.
Note: This attraction involves climbing of many steep steps / stairs and heights.
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On Day 4, you will leave for the Hill Capital – Kandy. On the way you will visit a
‘Dambulla Cave Temple’
Dambulla Cave Temple
Dambulla Cave Temple or the Golden Temple of Dambulla is the largest, best -
preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka, famous for its five cave temples on a
rock. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The first 03 caves are better, older and larger
than the other two. Some caves dates to 1 st C.B.C. All the 5 cave walls and ceilings are
covered with Buddhist murals and there are more than 130 Buddha statues, statues
of Gods and Kings are also found here
Note: This attraction involves climbing of many steep steps / stairs
After visiting the Dambulla Cave Temple, you will continue to Kandy.
Kandy is the second largest city and the last Kingdom of Sri Lanka. The Kingdom of
Kandy was formed in 15 Century. The Kandyan royal dynasty was ended in 1815. Main
Tourist attractions in Kandy include The Temple of the Tooth Relic , Kandy Lake,
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, and the Museum.
Upon arriving Kandy, you will check into the hotel. In the Af ternoon, you will visit the
‘Temple of the Tooth’ to pay homage. Later (if time permits) you will have the
opportunity to witness a Cultural Show.
Day 4
KANDY
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andy is the second largest city and the last Kingdom of Sri Lanka. The Kingdom of
Kandy was formed in 15 Century. The Kandyan royal dynasty was ended in 1815. Main
Tourist attractions in Kandy include The Temple of the Tooth Relic , Kandy Lake,
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, and the Museum.
The Temple of the Tooth Relic
Sri Dalada Maligawa (the Temple of the Tooth Relic) is one of the most sacred
Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. This is situated at the Kandy Royal Palace compound.
Temple of the Tooth Relic houses the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha, and one of
the holiest places for Buddhists around the world. The sacred tooth relic was brought
to Sri Lanka in Anuradhapura Era during the reign of Sri Megavanna (301-328 CE).
Thereafter the custodianship of the sacred tooth relic was considered as the right for
rule for reigning monarchs of Sri Lanka. Kings of Sri Lanka protected the tooth relic
in their kingdoms and capitals. Finally, the Tooth Relic was brought to its present
shrine at last Kingdom of Sri Lanka – Kandy, by King Vimaladharmasuriya I (1590 -
1604).
Annual Kandy Esala Perahera or the world renowned ‘Kandy Perahera’ a grand pagent,
is held to pay homage to the sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha.
Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights.
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After Breakfast, you will leave for Sri Lanka’s Hill Country - the land of the world
famous ‘Ceylon Tea’, filled with unparalleled scenic beauty which cannot be explained
by words. Romantic landscapes, rising mountains covered by lush green tea
plantations, gushing waterfalls, and picturesque grasslands mingling with shimmering
sunlight take the traveller to an entirely different dimension.
Nuwara Eliya, the Hill station of Sri Lanka is your next stop. On the way, you will visit
a Tea plantation & Factory to see how world famous ‘pure Ceylon Tea’ is produced
and enjoy a cuppa. Later you will see the Nuwara Eliya town & other landmarks of
Nuwara Eliya including Lake the Gregory (which was constructed in 1873, during the
period of British Governor Sir William Gregory).
Nuwara Eliya hill city was founded by Samuel Baker in 19th Century, and later
nicknamed as the ‘little England’ as it became a holiday retreat for British Civil
Servants and Planters during Colonial times. Nuwara Eliya is around 1,868 m above
the Sea Level. Surrounded by mountains, valleys, waterfalls , Tea plantations and
‘cottage’ like houses, it reminds a fine spring day in England. The temperature might
drop in the night
In the afternoon, you will visit the world famous ‘Hakgala Botanical Gardens’
Day 5
NUWARA ELIYA
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After Breakfast you will leave for Yala (Tissamaharama) via Ella – a picturesque route
with Breathtaking sceneries.
Kiri Vehera Stupa
Afternoon, you will visit the Katharagama Holy City and pay homage to Kiri Vehera,
one of the most prominent and ancient stupas in Sothern part of Sri Lanka. Kiri Vehera
Stupa believed to be dated back to 06th Century BC, built by King Mahasen.
Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya
Leter in the afternoon, you will visit the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya , a
temple dedicated to ‘Sri Skandha Kumara’ ‘God Muruga’ or ‘Katharagama Deviyo’ and
pay homage.
Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights.
YALA
(Tissamaharama)
Day 6
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After Breakfast, you will embark on an exciting and breath-taking Wildlife Safari at
Yala National Park.
Yala is the most visited national Park in Sri Lanka and the second largest. This has a
diverse ecosystem consist with dry and wet monsoon forests, thorn forests,
grasslands, wetlands & lagoons and sandy beaches which provide habitat to many
fauna species some are unique to Sri Lanka. Yala provides the habitat to around 215
bird species including native bird species such as Sri Lankan Jungle fowl, Sri Lankan
wood pigeons and Sri Lankan Grey Hornbill and many other migrated inhabitants.
Yala has the highest Leopard density in the world. Yala is a sanctuary for many
threatened species including Leopards, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear, Sri Lankan Elephants,
and wild water Buffalo. Around 44 mammal species are in Yala. Yala provides the safe
home to many species of reptiles including Sri Lankan Krait, Boulenger's Keelback, Sri
Lankan Flying Snake, Painted-lip Lizard and Wiegmann's Agama, Mugger crocodile
and Saltwater Crocodile. In addition to these fauna, Yala is the habitat for around 18
amphibian species and 21 fresh water fish species. Yala National Park is one of the
best places to see a wide range of animals including Elephants, Leopards, Monkeys,
wild Boars, Deer, Buffaloes, Bears, Crocodiles and various kinds of birds.
Note: This attraction involves open Safari Jeep ride in rough Jungle Terrain with bumpy roads
Day 7 & 8
SOUTH- WESTERN BEACH STAY
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After the Yala Safari, you will leave for South-Western Beach Hotel to start your
Tropical Beach Escape. During this stay at Sri Lanka’s south-western beach, you will
enjoy the aquamarine blue wavers of Indian ocean, pristine epic golden sandy beach
shaded by wind-whispering Coconut trees, world renowned Sri Lankan Hospitality and
exquisite cuisines. Relax and enjoy the taste of Paradise.
The last day of the tour. After breakfast, you will be transferred to your location at
Colombo. This will be the end of your Tour.
** END OF TOUR **
Note:
This itinerary is subject to undergo modifications & revisions without further notice.
The itinerary is prepared for guest pick-up and drop-off from Colombo location. If
you are travelling from overseas, we can organise one night accommodation at
Negombo (upon arrival) and Airport Transfers (pickup & dropoff) at a cost.
Changes to this itinerary including additional days, destinations, excursions can be
included at a cost.
Rooms allocated will be ‘Standard Rooms’. Please contact us to upgrade rooms at a
cost.
Day 9
END OF TOUR
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TOUR SUMMERY
TOUR PRICE ESTIMATE / QUOTATION REQUEST
Adult Person Sharing a Double/Twin Room Basis
Pricing Options:
• Hotel Types: Economy (Below 3 Star Type) Hotels OR 3 Star Type
Hotels
• Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast -BB only OR Half-Board -HB
(Breakfast & Dinner)
• Group Size: 2 Adults OR 3 – 4 Adults OR 5-8 Adults
Please click below button for Price Quotation Inquiry
Inclusions
• Accommodation at requested Hotel Types based on selected Meal Plan
• Hotel transfers in an A/C Vehicle, driven by an English-speaking Chauffeur
Guide (excluding jeep-safari vehicle for Safari)
• Applicable Taxes at hotels
Exclusions
• Airfares, VISA charges, Airport Taxes
• Early check-in or late check-out at the hotels
• Lunches, Dinners (if BB selected), Snacks & beverages during the tour
• Tips or gratuities
Day Route Activities
Day 1 Colombo – Anuradhapura Anuradhapura city tour
Day 2 Anuradhapura – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya Polonnaruwa city tour
Day 3 Sigiriya Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Day 4 Sigiriya – Dambulla – Kandy Dambulla Cave Temple, Spice garden, Temple
of tooth relic, Cultural Show (if time permits)
Day 5 Kandy – Nuwara Eliya Tea factory plantation, Hakgala Botanical
Garden
Day 6 Nuwara Eliya – Yala Katharagama Devalaya, Kiri Vehera Stupa
Day 7 Yala – Bentota Yala Safari
Day 8 Bentota Leisure
Day 9 Bentota – Galle – Colombo End of tour
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• Video or camera permits. Laundry, room service, telephone calls, mineral water
bottles, restaurant/bar charges
• All expense of personal nature
• Christmas Eve / New Year Eve supplements
• Entrance Fees / Activity Costs for activities and attractions
• Any other costs or services not mentioned under above ‘Inclusions’.
Group Tour Dates – According to your convenience: If you have a group of 5 Adults
or more, this tour is ideal for an unforgettable holiday experience in Sri Lanka. Tour
dates (during November 2018 – February 2019) can be discussed and arranged
according to your convenience and availability.
OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS
Transport
Hotel Transfers: Air-Conditioned Private Vehicle driven by an English-speaking
Chauffeur Guide. Yala Safari is done by special Safari Jeeps (non-A/C) modified for
easy wildlife viewing.
Sundry Expenses for Meals, Beverages, tips and Shopping
Please bring adequate funds to cover extra expenses including meals & beverages,
(lunches, snacks), Tips etc. Further, you may wish to take a ‘reminder of Sri Lanka’ as
souvenirs which may include jewellery, precious stones, traditional & cultural
handicraft decorative items, garments, traditional batik items etc.
Travel Insurance (mandatory requirement)
All passengers travelling in this tour package must obtain and maintain a
comprehensive, suitable and valid ‘Travel Insurance’ during this tour period, to cover
all Travel related incidents including (but not limited to) loss of personal valuables,
flight misses, sicknesses, injuries, risks to you & third parties and public liabilities.
Passenger Fitness
Passengers travelling in this tour package must be medically fit and healthy to
participate in the tour. Some hotels require walking & climbing steps to reach rooms
and hotel facilities. Most of the sights & attractions will be access by foot and climbing
steps & walking on uneven ground is involved. Some sights include climbing of many
steep stairs/steps and reaching heights – and Passengers can choose not to visit these
sights, as they are optional. Minneriya/Kaudulla & Yala Safari are done in a rough
jungle terrain and bumpy roads. Inside the Wildlife park roads are rough, dusty, and
muddy during the rainy season with many pit holes. Passengers who are 70 and over
may be required to obtain a doctor’s clearance before Travelling.
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Extra Nights at Negombo (upon arrival) and Airport Transfers
If you are coming from overseas specially to patriciate for this tour, we can organise
one-night stay at Negombo (upon arrival – enabling you to revive and start the tour
next day morning) and Airport Transfers (pickup and Drop-off). Additional charges
will apply – please indicate in the quotation request form, when you inquire tour
pricing
Please Note
• Minimum number of Passengers for th is tour: 02 Adults. • Tour valid from 01 November 2018 to 28 February
2019 • Tours must complete by 28 February 2019 • Costs we indicate will be based on persons sharing a ‘double
bed room’ as per your requested meal plan & hotel type • Tour itinerary, costing which we quote you, other
details indicated in this document are subject to revise, delete or change by CHARIKA TRAVELS at any time,
due to factors beyond our control. Therefore, you are kindly reminded to confirm your bookings at your earliest
• We do not arrange any special meals for specific dietary requirements. • Hotels we offer may situate at close
by/bordering cities to destinations mentioned in the itinerary • In the event of Hotels and/or room types we
suggested are not available at the time of your booking, alternative hotels and/or rooms will be offered •
Changes to this itinerary including number of passengers, travel dates, routine changes, meal plans, activities,
change of accommodation/rooms/hotels, or other modifications will change above Tour Price. • Some Activities
must be selected by the entire group due to itinerary and logistic difficulties • This tour, tour bookings and
purchasing of this tour are subject to our ‘Tour booking Terms and Conditions ’ (at
http://www.charikatravels.com/terms-conditions). Booking and purchasing of this tour is considered as you
have agreed to our ‘Tour booking Terms and Conditions’ (at http://www.charikatravels.com/terms-conditions)
• All passengers should medically fit and healthy to participate for above indicated Tour • Passengers below 18
years of age must always accompany their Parents or Legal Gradians during this tour • All passengers
booking/purchasing this tour package must obtain and maintain a comprehensive, suitable and valid ‘Travel
Insurance’ during this Tour period. • Charika Travels does not provide any kind of travel & liability insurances
to passengers.
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CHARIKA TRAVELS
Tel: (03) 8804 1488, Email: [email protected]
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