Trails of Lanka

Duration
14 Days - 13 Nights

Trails of Lanka

14 Days

Inidicative price

Twin Share: $3850 AUD pp

Single supplement available: For solo travelers who prefer private accommodation, a single supplement option is available upon request. Enjoy the same comfort and amenities in your own room throughout the tour.

Cost Includes/Excludes

Cost Includes

  • Welcome assistance upon arrival and depature
  • Airport transfer to and from Colombo Bandaranaike
  • Aiport (CMB)
  • 13 nights luxury accommodation
  • Transportation in a private air conditioned coach, with
  • an English speaking national guide
  • Visits and activities according to itinerary
  • Daily breakfast and 10 dinners

Cost Excludes

  • International flights
  • Sri Lankan Visa
  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)
  • Lunch and 3 dinners

Day 01 :
ARRIVE IN SRI LANKA

ARRIVE AT AIRPORT - 10:30PM

Meet & assist on arrival by a representative of
Connaissance De Ceylan and the English
speaking guide.

TRANSFER TO - NEGOMBO HOTEL

Transfer time approx. 30 mins.
Arrrive and check in at the beautiful 5-star
Jetwing Beach.

Day 02 :
NEGOMBO

AM

Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to the Negombo fish market
Experience the lively atmosphere of one of Sri Lanka’s largest fish markets and get a vibrant glimpse at the local fishing community.

PM
Return to the hotel for a lesiurely afternoon.
Laze by the pool or stroll along the beach - the afternoon is yours!
Dinner at the hotel.

Day 03 :
PINNAWALA & HABARANA

AM

Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Visit to Pinnawala Elephant OrphanageTransfer time: approx 2.5 hours
The elephant orphanage was established to feed, nurse and home young elephants that have been displaced due to development projects.

PM

Habarana Village Tour Transfer time: approx. 2.5 hours
Tour of the rural village of Hiriwadunna. The tour includes a tractor ride, a boat ride on the lake and concludes with a drive in a tuk-tuk to explore the beautiful area.
Arrive in Sigiriya and check into Aliya Resort & Spa
Dinner provided at the hotel

Day 04 :
SIGIRIYA, MATALE & KANDY

AM

Breakfast at hotel at 8am before checking out.
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock. Travel time: approx 30 mins
Climb the ruins of this breathtaking ancient rock fortress.
Duration: approx. 2 hours depending on pace
Difficulty: Moderate - Hard (12,000 steps)

PM

Travel to Kandy.
En-route visit a spice garden in Matale
Learn about Sri Lanka’s iconic spices
Arrive in Kandy and check in at the 5-star Kandy Myst by Cinnamon
Evening City tour of Kandy & the Temple of the Tooth
The Kandy Temple is Kandy’s most famouse landmark and houses the famous relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth and holds daily ceremonies to honour the tooth.
Dinner at the hotel.

Day 05 :
STAGE 1 OF PEKOE TRAIL (HATHANA - GALAHA)

AM

Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Travel to Stage 1 trailhead at Hanthana Approx 30 mins
Begin the Pekoe Trail, a long-distance trail which winds through the central highlands of Sri Lanka.
Difficulty: Beginner
Length: 12.8km, approx 4 hours

PM

Transfer to Hatton Travel time: approx 3 hours
Check in to The Argyle
Dinner at hotel.

Day 06 :
STAGE 8 OF PEKOE TRAIL (NORWOOD - BOGAWANTALAWA)

AM

Breakfast at the hotel.
Travel to Stage 8 trailhead at Norwood Approx 30 mins
Stage 8 begins at the gateway to “The Golden Valley of Tea”.
Climb the ridge that seperates the two most beautiful valleys in the tea country and catch a glimpse of the sacred summit of Adam’s Peak.
Difficulty: Moderate
Length: 15.8km, approx 4 hours

PM

Return to Hatton upon completion. Travel time: approx. 1 hour
Dinner and overnight stay at The Argyle

Day 07 :
HATTON - ELLA

AM

Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Scenic Train from Hatton - Ella
Onboard the train to Ella, you will see the most picturesque views of Sri Lanka’s high country out of the open train doors and windows. The train will take approximately 4 hours and you can enjoy passing through tea estates and waterfalls.

PM

Visit Nine Arch Bridge Also known as the ‘Bridge in the Sky’. The bridge is nearly 100 metres long and is architectually stunning, surrounded by a lush landscape.
Check in at 98 Acres Resort & Spa. Dinner at hotel.

Day 08 :
ELLA & LITTLE ADAM’S PEAK

AM

Breakfast at the hotel.
Little Adam’s Peak hike
Little Adam’s Peak is named after it’s big brother, Adam’s Peak, as it smaller but similar in shape. The hike will take you through lush greenery to a panormic view at the peak.
Difficulty: Moderate to hard
Duration: Approx. 2 hours depending on pace
Zipline on the way back!


PM

Tea Factory Tour in Ella
Ceylon Tea is considered some of the best in the world. On this tour, learn about tea’s cultivation and manufacturing process.
The night is yours! Check out the vibrant restaurant scene In Ella.

Day 09 :
GAL OYA & IGINIYAGALA SAFARI

AM

Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Gal Oya approx. 3 hours
Check into Wild Glamping Gal Oya and experience the luxury adventure of glamping!

PM

Boat Safari at Iginiyagala Safari approx. 4 hours
Enjoy a cruise through Sri Lanka’s biggest lake and watch elephants gather around to drink and bathe. The area is also home to abundant bird life, crocodiles, deer and more. During the cruise, you will also stop for a snack and tea with a lovely view.
Dinner at accomodation.

Day 10 :
GAL OYA & MONKEY MOUNTAIN

AM

Breakfast at accomodation.
Monkey Mountain Hike Travel time: approx. 10 mins
Discovery the beauty of Gal Oya on this trek to the top of Monkey
Mountain. which offers scenic panoramic views of Gal Oya’s lush valleys.
Duration: Approx. 4 hours depending on pace
Difficulty: Moderate to hard

PM

Return to glamping on completion for a relaxing evening and dinner

Day 11 :
GALLE

AM

Breakfast at accomodation and check out
Travel to Galle Approx 5 hours

PM

Check in to 5-star hotel Radisson Blue Resort
Enjoy a day of leisure by the pool or beach.
Dinner at hotel.

Day 12 :
GALLE FORT

AM

Breakfast at the hotel.
Galle Dutch Fort Travel time: approx 10 mins
Galle’s most famous and oldest landdmark is the 17 Th century
Portugeuse and Dutch fortress. Walking through the streets, you can see the strong Dutch influence on the architecture. The fort also has a lively art and culinary scene, with plenty restaurants, bars and boutiques.
Duration: Approx 2 hours

PM

Return to hotel to relax for the rest of the day.
Dinner is not included - explore the amazing resturants located just a short walk from the hotel!

Day 13 :
COLOMBO

AM

Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Drive to Colombo approx. 3 hours

PM

Check in at 5 star hotel Cinnamon Grand
Your last day in Sri Lanka! Take the day at your pace. Dinner is not included - explore Colombo’s dynamic culinary scene.

Day 14 :
COLOMBO - AIRPORT

Your amazing holiday in Sri Lanka has reached the end!

Check out of the hotel

Transfer to Airport Travel time: Approx. 50 mins

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