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Vecka i paradiset (7 dagar)

Vecka i paradiset (7 dagar)

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Week in Paradise is a trip for those who appreciate true beauty of landscapes and unique Hill Country. Visit the lush green tea estates of the hill country. Wander around the plains of Hill Country and also witness the nature of the commercial city of Sri Lanka as well. Bask in the marvels of the wild Elephants in Minneirya. Have a truly Sri Lankan experience with a cup of Ceylon Tea or fresh King Coconuts. A tour of immense charm.

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2 Days in Dambulla

Your two days in Dambulla will be spent by visiting a few historically important locations that have played a major part in the country’s religious beliefs with massive man made architectural masterpieces as well as natural landscapes that have managed to impress many visitors. You will be visiting the Munneswaram Temple, the Dambulla Cave Temple and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress to gain some insight on the interesting culture and regal history that Sri Lanka is known for. A beautiful local village experience awaits you with various activities planned including traditional cooking demos, catamaran rides, quiet walks and home cooked lunches. An exciting three hour safari is organized at the Minneriya National Park where you can witness hundreds of elephants gathering in their natural habitat.

Munneswaram Temple

Munneswaram temple is an important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka. It has been in existence at least since 1000 CE, although myths surrounding the temple associate it with the popular Indian epic Ramayana, and its legendary hero-king Rama. The temple is one of five ancient temples dedicated to Shiva in the region.

Dambulla Cave Temple

Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple ofDambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress,Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ‘ the Lion Rock’. View the beautiful unfading murals that broughtSigiriyaits fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.

Local Village Experience

Get a chance to go on an oxen cart ride, and experience the world from the view of a village farmer. Have a relaxing catamaran safari through a calm lake. Walk through the golden fields ripe with their harvest of paddy. Watch an enjoyable traditional cooking demonstration that teaches you the basics of Sri Lankan cuisine. Delight your taste buds with a home-cooked lunch; made over a wood-fire and served on fragrant lotus leaves placed over woven trays. Enjoy the life of a Sri Lankan villager, just this day.

Minneriya Safari

This three-hour safari takes you on a ride through theMinneriyaNational Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season betweenMayto October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.

1 Day in Kandy

Heading towards the Hill Capital Kandy you will be visiting a spice garden in Matale where you will be educated about the local spices and its various uses including taking part in a cookery demonstration making use of what you learnt. You will also be enjoying a few tours related to arts and crafts such as gems, wood carving as well as batiks. An opportunity is available to experience the true Kandyan culture and Sri Lankan traditions with a cultural show which is an hour long. Some popular art forms, sword play and ever fire dancers will make it even more colourful.  A visit is also organized to pay homage to the Temple of the Tooth Relic which is a famous religious site in the Hills.

Matale Spice Gardens

Do a guided tour of a spice and herbal garden, where you learn about spices, such as coriander, chili, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg; and their uses. Take part in a traditional cooking demonstration that shows you how to make Sri Lankan cuisine while making full use of spices. Learn to make roti or create curry powder from scratch in one of the workshops.

Technical Tours

Go on technical tours related to arts such as gem crafting, woodcarving and batiks.

Cultural Show

The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.

Temple of the Tooth Relic

The Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.

1 Day in Nuwara Eliya

Going even more above the sea level, deeper into the Central highlands of Sri Lanka, you will be mesmerized by the cool climes of Nuwara Eliya. Here you can enjoy views of the Ramboda Falls and the numerous tea estates that you will pass along the way. A tea factory visit will be organized where you will learn the process of tea manufacturing as well as a tea tasting process. The town area of Nuwara Eliya is always such a delight to visit with memories and landmarks of the British rule still present. A walk in the town area will allow you to immerse yourself in pretty little cottages, mansions and villas while the Victoria Park and the shores of Lake Gregory are a few of the many places that you can walk about and relax.

Ramboda Falls

Ramboda Falls is the 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and located by the Pussellawa. Ramboda falls consists of three sections. You will get a good view of the middle section of the A5 highway, just above the bridge. This is very small in size with compared to other parts. You can get a far view of the top part from the main road, but not the complete view of the fall. You need to climb up to see the top part of the Ramboda falls and there is a pathway just before the bridge. You may find the climbing bit difficult, but you will be compensated with the great view of the top fall and the surrounding.

Tea Factory visit

Learn how tea is manufactured in Sri Lanka. You can observe the tea pickers, locally known as ‘tea pluckers’ as they move between the lush green rows along the mountains with their large baskets.Thereafter you will be given a guided tour explaining fermentation, rolling, drying, cutting, sieving and the grading of tea. Finish with a tea tasting process and learn of the history, and why Ceylon Tea is considered among the best in the world.

Nuwara Eliya

Visit the highland city that was the premium holiday resort town of the British in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Enjoy walking through the streets with their pretty little cottages, quaint villas and beautiful mansions. Make a memory in the old red-bricked post-office as you purchase an inexpensive and colourful postcard to take home or send to your friends. Relax at Queen Victoria Park or on the shores of Lake Gregory.

1 Day in Yala

Heading towards the South East of the island, you will be passing Ella which is famed for its hikes, hills and cave networks. You will be able to explore some of the most interesting places while passing through green tea fields and rocky outcrops, while you will enjoy magical views of the Little Adam’s Peak. You can walk over the Nine Arches Bridge and end the hike at the Demodara Railway Station which boasts of a unique loop over track design. Then you can head over to the Yala National Park where you can enjoy a safari and have a chance to witness the Sri Lankan leopard, Elephants, sloth bears, migratory birds and many more including amphibians and reptiles.

Explore the Marvels of Ella

Explore Ella’s most interesting places. Pass through bright green tea fields, and tough stretches of rock, and get to see the magical views of Little Adam’s Peak. Walk over the history seeped Nine Arches Bridge and listen to the story of its construction. End your hike at the Demodara Railway station with its unique loop-over track design. This tour gives you the chance to see the best sights of Sri Lanka.

Yala National Park

This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates..

1 Day in Colombo

En route to Colombo you will drop into explore the old city of Galle and its massive Fort, the maritime museum, the national museum in Galle as well as the lighthouse. You can also enjoy a two hour boat safari along the Madu River which boasts of a flourishing eco system. You can also visit a turtle hatchery that helps out in protecting these endangered species where you can even touch and feed the baby turtles. Finally when you get to Colombo, you will be able see some of the famous landmarks in the city including the Old Parliament and the Lighthouse. You can also a visit a few malls and boutiques and various designer stores as well.

Old Colonial City of Galle

Discover the city of Galle, where the Portuguese and Dutch made their headquarters, and its secrets. Visit the GalleFort which is one of the best preserved fortifications in Asia. View the Maritime Museum, GalleNational Museum and the lighthouse. Walk through the cobblestoned streets with their Dutch names as you learn more about their histories.

Madu River Boat Safari

Go on a wonderful two hour boat ride down the Madu River with its flourishing ecosystem. Pass through the secretive passages created by the mangroves. See the basking crocodiles and water monitors. Visit one of the small islands with its cinnamon harvesting natives. Enjoy the restorative qualities of the famous fish massage. Observe the waterbirds in their natural habitats.

Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery

Visit the KosgodaTurtle Hatchery on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. Learn more about the five endangered sea turtle species that come to the shores of Sri Lanka to nest. Learn how the KosgodaTurtle Care Program helps protect the nests until they hatch and increases the chances of survival for the babies. Get a chance to see, touch and feed baby turtles; or even injured adult turtles that the Turtle Hatchery cares for.

Colombo

Experience the colorful lights and bright life of Colombo, the capital City of Sri Lanka. Visit historic monuments such as the Old Lighthouse, the Old Parliament, Galle Face Hotel, Galle Face Green, Gangarama Temple, the National Museum and more. Enjoy the malls of Independence Square or the Race Course. Visit boutique shops and designer stores.

Departure

After the breakfast at the hotel check out and proceed to airport after spending a memorable time in this island.

Includes:

  • Transport in a Private Vehicle, Fuel, Parking & Highway tolls.
  • Service of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
  • All prevailing taxes and service charges.
  • 2 x 500ml Water Bottles per Person per Day.

Excludes:

  • Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
  • Entrance fees to the respective sites.
  • Chauffeur Guide's Accommodation.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • Visa and Related Expenses.
  • Tips & Portages.

Complimentary:

  • 1 x 1 Litre water bottle per person per day.
  • 1 x Local SIM card per room.

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