09 days tour · 2000 years old history of sri lanka – tour to the anuradhapura ancient city...

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09 Days Tour

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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 world renowned Cultural and heritage sites &

monuments in Sri Lanka and to enjoy the tour as an unforgettable adventure –

holiday.

The tour covers 06

UNESCO world heritage

sites which include

ancient cities, Buddhist

holy places 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.

Sri Lanka is truly the wonder of Asia and the ‘Pearl of Indian Ocean’. This tropical

island paradise is one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the world.

For centuries, travellers around the world enticed by its breath-taking beauty,

pristine beaches, unique wildlife, history and heritage.

Holiday in this ‘isle of paradise’ is not just a tour package, but an exciting,

unforgettable & amazing adventure of a lifetime.

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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, Galle Dutch Fort, Tropical Beach Holiday at South-West Beach

This Program covers Six (06) 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 October 2018 to 28 February 2019

Group Size: 2 Adults OR 3 – 4 Adults OR 5 – 6 Adults OR 7 – 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 Re lics. 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 Afternoon, 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.


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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.


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.

The Galle Dutch Fort

Galle was a busy port trading with Greece, China, Middle East & other countries and

was traced back to Ptolemy’s world map of 125 – 150 AD. During 1505, the Portuguese

sailor ‘Lourenço de Almeida’ landed in Galle port – which was the beginning of the

Portuguese era in the coastal Sri Lanka. During 1588. Portuguese built the Fort at

Galle and later extended with a watch tower and other structures, to defend the Galle

Port. In 1640, the Dutch start capturing strongholds of the Portuguese, including the

Galle Fort. Later the Dutch expand and further fortified the Fort, to the present form

which can be seen today. The British acquired the Galle Fort in 1796, and Sri Lanka

(former Ceylon) became a British Colony from 1815, till the country gain

independence in 1948.

Some of the main landmarks in Galle Fort are the main gate to the Fort, Clock Tower,

Dutch Reformed Church (history goes back to 1707), the residence of the commander,

the Dutch Government house, warehouse near the old gate, All Saints Anglican

Church, and the Galle Light House.

Galle Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


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After the Galle Fort visit, you will reach the South-Western Beach hotel for 2 nights

stay

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

& drop off) 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 5-7 OR 8 Adults

Tour Price Estimate: Please Contact us through the ‘Request a

Quotation ’ inquiry form

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)

• Accommodation & Meals for the Chauffeur Guide

• Highway charges where applicable

• 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

• Video or camera permits. Laundry, room service, telephone calls, mineral water

bottles, restaurant/bar charges

• All expense of personal nature

• Entrance Fees / Activity Costs for activities and attractions

• Any other costs or services not mentioned under above ‘Inclusions’.

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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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. Yala Safari IS 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.

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

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Please Note

• Minimum number of Passengers for th is tour: 02 Adults. • Tour valid from 01 October 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 DON SHERMAN TOURS 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 room s 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. • This

tour, tour bookings and purchasing of this tour are subject to our ‘Tour booking Terms and Conditions ’ (at

http://www.donshermantours.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.donshermantours.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 L egal 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. • DON SHERMAN TOURS does not provide any kind of travel &

liability insurances to passengers.

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