On arrival, you will be welcomed by our representatives at the airport and thereafter transferred to Colombo. Check in at the hotel and time to relax. In the evening, engage in a street food exploration/ brief city tour of Colombo in bicycles. This isn’t your typical food tour or city walk. This isn’t just a bike ride either. Hidden among the old buildings, brand new skyscrapers and everything in-between, lies the soul of a great city with its colonial architecture, it's historical monuments and of course it's mouthwatering cuisines only known to locals. This is a journey that your taste buds may enjoy more than you would! After the city tour proceed to the “Colombar” of Cinnamon Lakeside, a poolside bar by the hub of a 4 star hotel in Colombo. The bar is renowned for innovative cocktails, infused with a taste of Sri Lankan flavor and specially made out of Sri Lankan arrack. *One cocktail included. Dinner on own arrangement. Overnight at Cinnamon Grand, Colombo or similar. (Premium)

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Dinner, Snacks

Accommodation:

• 4* to 5* option: Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Habarana. En route stop by a local vendor, to taste tropical fruits of Ceylon and King coconut-a refreshing drink; popular among many Sri Lankans. Proceed to Hiriwaduna and engage in a village trek of Hrirwaduna followed by a local cookery demonstration at a local villager’s house and a traditional Sri Lankan lunch. The Hiriwaduna village tour is for those who urge to feel different experiences while you are in the heart of the cultural triangle. This trek will lead to feel the pulse of a rural village and its people. Everyone could experience village activities done by the villagers daily such as a land master ride (a mini tractor used to transport people and goods), catamaran ride and walk through the paddy fields. Learn to cook a delicious traditional Sri Lankan meal with the help of a village lady during this tour. You will finish off with an exceptionally delicious buffet lunch, served in authentic Sri Lankan style. Check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Cinnamon Lodge, or similar. (Superior)

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

• 4* to 5* option: Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Sigiriya. Excursion to Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Imagine walking through the mouth of a Lion lying a top a 200-meter-tall rock to enter a king’s fortress like no other. That’s what it would have felt like for King Kashyapa and his fellow followers who entered the fortress of Sigiriya. With a 360-degree view of the surrounding landscape it was the perfect location for a fortress of a king anticipating an invasion. The king surrounded his fortress with a boulder and water garden that host an ancient irrigation system the continues to baffle the modern engineer, which to date sprouts water on a rainy day. The kings bathing pool found on top of the rock holds water year throughout and it is still an unsolved mystery as to how water is taken to the top of the rock without visible piping. The frescos painted on to the rock are ones not to miss as they show off the mastery of the artists of old. The rocky outcrop and the surrounding areas were in use by humans much before the time of King Kashyapa. Aligala (Elephant rock) situated close to the main fortress is one such location where early man occupied the area over 5000 years ago. Termed as the 8th wonder of the world this complex used as fortress and as a monastery is true marvel of architecture, design and art and is a UNESCO world heritage site and is something that should not be missed by the anyone traveling to the island. Return to the hotel. In the evening engage in a safari to the national park of Minneriya. Upon your return to the hotel or while en route to the hotel stop by a local night food stall to take a look at the making of “Kottu roti” and Hoppers (popular Sri Lankan dinner options) Return to the hotel for dinner. Dinner and overnight at Cinnamon Lodge, or similar.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner, Snacks

Accommodation:

• 4* to 5* option: Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Kandy, En route visit the spice gardens of Matale, followed by a Sri Lankan lunch and a cookery demonstration. Upon the arrival to Kandy, visit the temple of the tooth relic and engage in a brief city tour of Kandy. The Temple of the Tooth Relic or ‘Dalada Maligawa’, is a masterpiece of ancient and traditional Kandyan architecture in which the Royal Palace complex and the Temple of the Tooth of Buddha are juxtaposed. The complex, situated in the heart of the sacred city of Kandy is the icon of its heritage, today the home of the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha that determined the capital of the island for centuries, thus a political symbol of power. The Temple of the Tooth is venerated by millions of devotees across the country and the world. The much-anticipated grand Kandy Esala Perahera Festival pays tribute to the tooth relic in style every July or August decorated with twinkling lights, drumbeats so catchy amid dancers and elephants in lavish colours showered by holy blessings. When it is time to make offerings, the temple transforms into a ceremonial setting showcasing the traditions passed on from royal times, beautiful a sight dotted with a myriad of pilgrims dressed in white. Proceed to the hotel and check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Jetwing Kandy Gallery, Kandy or similar. (Deluxe)

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

• 4* to 5* option: Jetwing Kandy Gallery

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning hours at leisure in the hotel. Cookery demonstration arranged by the hotel. (Traditional Sri lankan sweets) Check out from the hotel around 12.00hrs and proceed to Negombo. Arrive in Negombo and check in at the hotel. In the evening, engage in a city tour of Negombo, followed by a street food exploration. Popular for its beach and catamaran trips, Negombo is a famous fishing village in the northern part of the Colombo district. Situated by the shores of a lagoon, Negombo was once the trading port for the Portuguese and Dutch. Just 30 minutes away, Negombo is an ideal place for those who want quick access to and from the airport. Take a leisurely walk in the area to explore the many handicrafts and curio shops, gem shops restaurants that occupy this fishing village. You may visit the Negombo lagoon and a fish auction and make an unforgettable visit to the Dutch fort and an old Catholic Church. Dinner and overnight at Jetwing Beach, Negombo or similar. (Deluxe)

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner, Snacks

Accommodation:

• 4* to 5* option: Jetwing Beach

Early in the morning, visit the Fish market of Negombo (The market will not be open on Poya days and public holidays) Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to the airport as per the departure flight schedule.

Meals: Breakfast