Sri Lanka with Uga resorts

Welcome at the airport & proceed to Colombo for check-in ( Standard check-in time: 14.00 hrs) (40 KM / 0h45m)

In the afternoon engage in a Colombo city tour.

Colombo (Duration of visit: approx 1 – 1 ½  Hours)

Places Visited: Galle Face, Petah Bazaar, Town Hall, BMICH, Independence square and Gangarama Temple.

Colombo tour includes a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street - the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. You have a chance to see a Hindu Temple, the famous Buddhist Temple known as the Gangarama, and the Jami Ul Alfar Jumma Mosque of Colombo.

Later we will take you to visit the famous Bandaranayke Memorial International Conference Hall and the well-known Independence Square.

Overnight stay at Uga Residence /Park suite/ Boutique hotel/ website

After breakfast proceed to Anuradhapura and visit the ancient kingdom. (210 KM / 5h0m)

Anuradhapura Ancient Capital(Duration of visit : approx 2 – 3 Hours)

Anuradhapura, is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, world famous for its well preserved ruins of the Great Sri Lankan Civilization. The Civilization which was built upon this city was one of the greatest civilizations of Asia and in the world. The city now a UNESCO heritage site, lies 205 km (127 mi)north of the current capital Colombo in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka, on the banks of the of the historic Malvathu Oya. Founded in the 4th century BC it was the caital of the Anuradhapura Kingdom till the beginning of the 11th century AC.

Thereafter proceed to hotel for check-in. (20 KM / 0h45m)

Overnight stay at Ulagalla by Uga Escapes /Ulgalla Pool Villa/Boutique hotel/ website

Tips & suggestions :

• Advised to wear long pants & covered shoulders (Sleeveless, transparent & shorts are not allowed) while visiting Anuradhapura.

After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya and climb Sigiriya rock fortress. (50 KM / 1h20m)

Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Duration of visit: approx 3 ½  – 4 Hours) 

Sigiriya Located a few hours’ drive from Colombo, Sigiriya is a magnificent rock fortress built in the 5th century A.D.  This majestic Citadel in the sky was the refuge of King Kasyapa and is world-renowned for its Mirror Wall’, which consists of poems and paragraphs carved by some of the thousands of visitors who visited the rock many years ago, and for its magnificent frescoes, similar to the Ajantha frescoes of India.

In the afternoon engage in a safari at Minneriya National park.

Minneriya National Park (Duration of visit: approx 3 ½  – 4 Hours) 

The extent of the Minneriya national park is approximately 8889 hectares. Dry zone plant and Animal Species are common. The elephant are a highlight of the park. Approximately 160 species of birds, 9 amphibians, 25 reptile species, 26 fish species and more that 78 butterfly species can also be found here. There are also rare bamboo trees in this park which is unique to Minneriya national park.

Thereafter proceed hotel for check-in.

Overnight stay at Ulagalla by Uga Escapes /Ulgalla Pool Villa/Boutique hotel/ website

Tips & suggestions :

• We recommend the best times to climb Sigiriya are early morning or late afternoon to avoid the hot sun.
• Wear light/cool clothing and comfortable walking shoes for the climb.
• The best time to visit the National Park is in the late afternoon around 2.30 pm.
• If possible wear natural tones/earthy colours such as brown/green and comfortable walking shoes (neutral colours blend in with the surrounding natural environment).

After breakfast proceed to Trincomalee. (130 KM / 3h30m)

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight stay at Uga Jungle Beach Resort /Lagoon Cabin/Boutique hotel/ website

Early morning board Sail Lanka and engage in Whale watching excursion.

Departure at 6.30am to observe the whales. Breakfast is served while sailing. Three hours of whale watching and lunch on board.

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight stay at Uga Jungle Beach Resort /Lagoon Cabin/Boutique hotel/ website

After breakfast day at leisure.

Overnight stay at Uga Jungle Beach Resort /Lagoon Cabin/Boutique hotel/ website

After breakfast proceed to Pasikudah for a beach stay. (100 KM / 3h0m)

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight stay at Uga Bay by Uga Escapes /Beach Studio/Boutique hotel/ website

Note: Water sports activities are available in Pasikudah which can be done at your own expense. Detroves Travel can assist with prices & bookings for water sports packages wished to be booked in advance.

After breakfast proceed to Pasikudah for a beach stay. (100 KM / 3h0m)

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight stay at Uga Bay by Uga Escapes /Beach Studio/Boutique hotel/ website

Note: Water sports activities are available in Pasikudah which can be done at your own expense. Detroves Travel can assist with prices & bookings for water sports packages wished to be booked in advance.

Day at leisure.

Overnight stay at Uga Bay by Uga Escapes /Beach Studio/Boutique hotel/ website

After breakfast proceed to Kandy. (210 KM / 5h30m)

In the afternoon engage in a Kandy cit tour including Kandy temple.

Kandy Temple and City(Duration of visit : approx 1 ½  – 2 Hours)

The Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a temple in the city of Kandy in Sri Lanka. It was built within the royal palace complex which houses the only surviving relic of Buddha, a tooth, which is venerated by Buddhists. The relic has played an important role in local politics since ancient times, it's believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country, which caused the ancient kings to protect it with great effort. Kandy was the capital of the Sinhalese Kings from 1592 to 1815, fortified by the terrain of the mountains and the difficult approach. The city is a world heritage site declared by UNESCO, in partly due to the temple.

Overnight stay at Theva Residency /Deluxe room/Boutique hotel/ website

Tips & Suggestions:   

• During the visit to Temple of the Tooth please wear clothing covering knees and shoulders, as a sign of respect. You will also be required to leave your shoes at the shoe counter near the entrance before entering the temple.

After breakfast proceed to Airport for departure. (110 KM / 3h30m)