Tours
Sri Lanka

So Heritage

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Max Group Size
1 to 30
What's Included
Overnights Accommodations( as per itinerary ).
Breakfast & Dinner at hotel (except Dinner at Colombo).
Transportation (as per itinerary ).
Air-Conditioned Vehicle.
English Speaking Driver Cum Guide.
Personal Expenses.
Personal Travel and Insurance.
Covid Insurance.
PCR tests.
Meals which are not specified above (Lunch on tour).
Tips and Porter-ages.
Camera Fees.
Entrance fees to the sites which are not specified above.
Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application.
Highlights
Explore Kandy Is A Bustling City Built Around A Lake In Central Sri Lanka. It Is Listed As A World Heritage Site By UNESCO And Is Considered One Of The Most Sacred Places Of Worship In The Buddhist World.
Get experienced unbelievable memories in this tour Kings ruled the central plains of Sri Lanka from Polonnaruwa 800 years ago, when it was a thriving commercial and religious Centre.
Climbing an ancient Giant rock – It’ll take you less than 1 Hour to the top of the rock, while climbing stop for a break to breath & often to take photos and admire the view.
Visit The beautiful Royal Rock Temple in Dambulla, from the caves there are superb views over the surrounding countryside; Sigiriya is clearly visible some 20km distant.
Visit Wilpattu which means 'natural lakes' in Sinhala and '10 lakes' in Tamil and lakes are exactly what you'll find at Wilpattu National Park. This is a place for the more dedicated safari-goer.
The ruins of Anuradhapura are one of South Asia’s most evocative sights. The sprawling complex contains a rich collection of archaeological and architectural wonders.
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Room upgrades on availability.
Stop to enjoy some tropical/seasonal fruits during your journey - subject to availability
Quench your thirst by stopping for a complimentary king coconut along the roadside.
Complimentary Meet and Greet at the Airport.
WIFI during the tour - subject to availability
Honeymooners – Bed decoration / Fruit platter or small cake. - can be done on additional charge
https://visitsrilanka.gov.lk/  - Insurance to be purchased online.
Everything regarding protocols are updated in the below link. https://www.srilanka.travel/helloagain/

Itinerary
  • Introduction
  • Day 01 – Airport – Negombo
    Arrive by flight and you will be transferred to the arrival terminal. Please clear immigration & visa formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green channel if you do not have goods to be declared to customs. You will meet one of the Representatives of Apple Vacations will assist you as he will be having a paging board with your name in the meeting area, and he will introduce you to your own English speaking chauffeur guide who will transfer you to the hotel in Negombo.

    After transfer to the hotel and relax at hotel

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Negombo.
  • Day 02 – Negombo – Wilpattu National Park - Anuradhapura
    Breakfast at Hotel and you will be gotten from your lodging in Negombo by your own special escort Guide and then moved to Anuradhapura.

    Wilpattu sanctuary was declared as a National Park in 1938; Wilpattu National Park is located on the west coast close to the historical city of Anuradhapura. There are approximately 30 species of mammals in the Wilpattu National Park which include the Sri Lankan Elephant, Sri Lankan Leopard, Lankan Sloth Bear, Spotted Deer, Buffalo, Sambar and Mongoose. Wetland bird species found in the Wilpattu National Park include the Garganey, Pin tail, Whistling Teal, Spoonbill, White Ibis, Large White Egret, Cattle Egret and Purple Heron. Also, many species of Gulls, Terns, Owls, Kites and Eagles are also lives here. The endemic Sri Lanka Jungle fowl, Little Cormorant and the Painted Stork can also can be seen.

    One experienced the safari park Get reach to hotel and check in to hotel.

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Anuradhapura.
  • Day 03 – Anurathapura 2nd Day
    After the breakfast at Hotel and visit to the Anuradhapura city,

    Mihintale Mountain, with the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, began to serve as a residential area for the venerable monks headed by Arahath Mahinda Mahathera. But soon, with the royal patronage, the sanctuary housed a multitude of with monastic buildings-stupas, uposathgharas, bodhigharas- to serve the monks. Sixty eight cave dwellings provided the monks shade and shelter. Mihintale, the sanctuary for many thousands of laymen as well as holy men, had all the facilities and amenities for basic living.

    Isurumuniya This charming rock temple, dating from the reign of Devanampiya Tissa (r 307–267 BC), is set around a lovely lotus pond, the corner of which is carved with images of elephants playfully splashing water. The central temple has some particularly fine mural paintings. Climb around the back to the rock summit to see the bell-shaped stupa and a pair of Buddha footprints etched into the rock.

    Jethawana Stupa is the largest stupa in the Sri Lanka. It was originally 400 feet (122 meters) in height and was the third tallest building in the world at that time. Even today as a brick monument, Jethawanaramaya still remains the tallest of its kind in the world.

    Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka is the oldest living tree in documented history of the world. It is a sapling from the historical Bodhi tree under which Buddha enlightened. It was planted in 288 BCF and is the oldest living human-planted tree in the world with a known planting date. It was brought from Buddhagaya India by the Ven.

    Ruwanwelisaya As the oldest stupa in Sri Lanka, Ruwanwelisaya is considered to be an icon of architectural glory in ancient Sri Lanka. Ruwanwelisaya, rising with its glory in the city of Anuradhapura, tops the list among Buddhists’ sacred places. Ruwanwelisaya bears witness for his incomparable service to revive Buddhism in the country. It is located just a short walk away from Maha Bodhi tree in Anuradhapura.

    Move back to hotel and relax at hotel.

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Anuradhapura
  • Day 04 – Anuradhapura - Polonnaruwa
    Breakfast at Hotel Transfer to Polonnaruwa site seeing,

    Gal Vihara (Sinhala: stone temple), Buddhist Temple at (UNESCO World Heritage Site) at Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka is the most perfect specimen of Buddha statue hewn out of solid stone. Crafted during the reign of King Parakrabahu (1153-1186 A.C), Gal Vihara statues are still in complete preservation with their irresistible charm and sublimity. It is undeniable that the sculptors of Gal Vihara were of greater skill and expertise in the art of stone sculpture in Sri Lanka. The images at Gal Vihara have brought about higher level of awakening in the observers with respect of Buddhist art in Sri Lanka.

    Royal Palace This group of buildings dates from the period of King Parakramabahu I (1153 – 1186). The King`s Royal Palace is a massive structure, measuring 31 m by 13 m, once including 50 rooms supported by 30 columns. Even today it is quite an impressive building, but picture it being seven floors tall with 3 m thick walls, as the archaeologist’s claim it once was!

    Lankatilaka One of the most evocative structures in Polonnaruwa, the Lankatilaka temple was built by Parakramabahu I and later restored by Vijayabahu IV. This massive gedige (stone Buddhist temple with corbelled roof and thick walls) has 17m-high walls, although the roof has collapsed. 

    Head back to hotel and relax at hotel.

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Polonnaruwa.
  • Day 05 – Polonnaruwa – Sigiriya – Dambulla / Habarana
    After the breakfast at Hotel tour start towards Sigiriya

    Visit Sigiriya rock,

    Rising significantly from the focal fields, the confounding rough outcrop of Sigiriya is maybe Sri Lanka's single most emotional sight. Close vertical dividers take off to a level bested summit that contains the vestiges of an antiquated civilization, thought to be at one time the focal point of the brief kingdom of Kassapa, and there are enchanting vistas crosswise over fog enclosed woodlands by the early morning.

    And Next Visit To Dambulla Cave Temple,

    The Rock Temple of Dambulla, called Jumbukola Vihara (Dambulla Cave Temple) in the (Mahavamsa)-the principal Pali Chronicle of Sri Lanka, is situated about forty seven miles north west of Kandy, the last capital of the Sinhalese kings, on the main road to Anuradhapura. Dambulla is a scent of unique interest. Its rock temples are the most extensive in the Island, and one of the most ancient, and in the highest state of preservation and order.

    Get reach to hotel check in to hotel

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Dambulla / Habarana.
  • Day 06 – Dambulla / Habarana - Kandy
    After the breakfast at hotel & Move to Kandy,

    Kandy View Point - Climb the hill by Kandy Lake to reach Kandy view point and receive a view of the city that cannot be beaten. As a popular tourist spot, the area brings in a large amount of peddlers, though they often sell sub-par items. The area also has a reputation for high pickpocket activity, so keep an eye on your belongings. From the hill, you can enjoy great views over the lake and the city as a whole. 

    Kandy Lake - is an artificial lake in the heart of the hill city of Kandy, Sri Lanka, built in 1807 by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe next to the Temple of the Tooth. Over the years, it was reduced in size. It is a protected lake, with fishing banned. There are many legends and folklore regarding the lake. One such is that the small island at its center was used by the king’s helm for bathing and was connected to the palace by secret tunnel.

    Check in the Hotel and Evening Visit to Cultural Dance Show and Temple of the sacred tooth relic

    Kandyan move execution is one of the characterizing encounters of a stay in Kandy. Considering it a customary Kandyan move execution is something of a misnomer as the shows are particularly gone for crowd diversion and contain move schedules and outfits from the nation over.

    The golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha. During puja (offerings or prayers), the heavily guarded room housing the tooth is open to devotees and tourists. However, you don’t actually see the tooth. It’s kept in a gold casket shaped like a dagoba (stupa), which contains a series of six dagoba caskets of diminishing size. As well as the revered main temple, the complex includes a series of smaller temples, shrines and museums.

    Get reach to hotel & check in to hotel

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.
  • Day 07 – Kandy – Colombo
    After the breakfast at the hotel & transfer to Colombo / Airport.

    Enroute to visit Royal Botanical Garden The Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya are Sri Lanka's oldest formal gardens. It's about 5 kilometres west of Kandy, in Sri Lanka's Central Province, at 460 meters above sea level. Peradeniya's majestic Avenue of Royal Palms is Sri Lanka's largest garden, covering 147 acres (60 hectares) and requiring plenty of time to stroll. Peradeniya Gardens has almost 4,000 distinct plant species.

    Next Visit to Pinnawala elephant orphanage Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a wild Asian elephant orphanage, nursery, and captive breeding facility. Pinnawala is home to the world's biggest herd of elephants kept as pets. Transfer to hotel and relax at hotel

    Transfer to Airport to connect with the departure flight.

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Colombo.
  • Day 08 Colombo - Airport
    Drop to Airport will end of the tour (Please get advice, if you need to drop other than Colombo city).
  • Tour end
Pick up Information or Meet up Location details
Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick-up time.
Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance.
Additional information
Confirmation will be received t time of booking.
wheelchair and Stroller not accessible.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Most travelers can participate.
littering & smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
Bring a Passport or ID card, Comfortable Walking, shoes, Sunglasses, Sun hat.
Littering & smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please do not wear strong scented perfume as animals are sensitive to odour.
This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility, certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
The exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
We request all customers carry the Vaccination card while traveling (Digitally or Physically).
Pickup will be commenced prior to start the tour time; you must contact us to verify your exact pickup time.
For 1 Person Single room, 2 Person Double Room, 3 Person Triple Room Respectively.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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