CULTURAL TRIANGLE TOUR IN SRI LANKA

You are to be warmly greeted by one of our many representatives, who will then escort you to your arranged vehicle and chauffeur, who will then safely convey you to your desired place of accomodation in Sigiriya.

Once you have settled in, prepare yourself to climb all the way up to the top of the Sigiriya rock!The fortress, which was built by the legendary King Kassapa, is located at the very top of the rock and will help you to get a glimpse of how the legendary kings of Sri Lanka established themselves in Sri Lankan history. As you climb the rock, you will come across various attractions which are highly valued in the Sri Lankan community, such as the Mirror Wall and the Frescoes. Finally, when you get to the top, you will be rejuvenated by the breathtaking view of the whole area, which is bound to make you not regret a single step you climbed!

During the evening, you are more than welcome to engage in an elephant ride, which is a popular activity many tourists take part in when visiting the island. A safari around the Minneriya National Park is another recommended activity to participate in if you are keen to observe Asian elephants roam around in their natural habitats. As the park is known to be the "meeting spot" of the elephants, upto almost 300 elephants of all sizes can be seen yearly! When the dry seaosn begins, elephants from the surrounding wilderness travel towards the Minneriya Reservoir in search of water to quench their thirst, which is why such a large number of elephants can be spotted at the park. So have your cameras ready to photograph some memorable events.

Highlights of the day are,
-Proceed to Sigiriya
-Check in at your desired place of accomodation
-Elephant ride (Optional)
-Climbing the Sigiriya Rock (Optional)
-Elephant safari at the Kaudalla or Minneriya National Park (Optional)
Overnight stay in Sigiriya/Dambulla

The next day, we will begin our journey towards Anuradhapura, which is one of the most religous sites on the island. An early breakfast is much appreciated in order to start the journey on time. So if you're a morning person, you're in luck! Known as the capital of the North Central Province, Anuradhapura is home to the many tall stupas such as Ruwanwelisaya, Abhayagiri and the Jetawana dagoba.

The city of Anuradhapura plays a huge role in Sri Lankan history as many legendary kings of the island established their power in this city. The kings are highly praised for their dedication towards Buddhism by building stupas and monastries, which is why Anuradhapura is greatly visited by many Buddhist pilgrims. King Vasabha, who is greatly respected by Sri Lankans for his determination to develop Anuradhapura, constructed numerous amounts of ponds which distributed water to the entire community. A memorable king who is based at Anuradhapura is the prestigious King Tissa, who is more commonly known as Devanampiya Tissa. The king's action of establishing Buddhism in the country is the reason why he is one of the most admired kings of Sri Lanka. The full moon day of the month of Poson is traditionally related to this event. The Tissa Wewa, which is an artificial reservoir built by the legendary king Devanampiya Tissa also immensely supplies water to the city and is located right by the Isurumuniya Temple, which is a must visit site if you interested in observing ancient Sri Lankan carvings such as the Isurumuni Lovers and the Royal Family Carving.

After you have helped yourself to a delicious lunch, you will be safely returned to the hotel in the evening.

Tip- When visiting Anuradhapura, ensure that you wear clothing that covers both your legs and your shoulders. A sarong or a scarf can be taken if needed. White clothing is much appreciated when visitng the temples.

Highlights of the day are,
- Visiting the historical sites of Anuradhapura (Optional)
-Lounging at the hotel during the evening
Overnight stay in Sigiriya/Dambulla

After having your breakfast on your 3rd day on the island, you will be taken to explore the ruins of the medieval capital of Sri Lanka from the 11th to the 13th century A.D- the City of Polonnaruwa.

After Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa was the city which rose to power as the kingdoms shifted. King Parakramabahu I, who is known as the "Hero of Polonnaruwa" was eager to develop the city by not wasting a single drop of water falling from the sky as it was greatly needed for paddy cultivation, which fed the community of Polonnaruwa. The king's existence has had such a huge impact on the development of the city, which is why his reign is considered to be the Golden Age of Polonnaruwa. The famous Sea of Parakrama, which is a must-visit site on your trip to Polonnaruwa, was built by King Parakramabahu I and is actually larger than the Colombo harbour itself! . The Gal Vihara, which is a rock temple of the Buddha was also founded by the king, which depicts how much Buddhism was valued during the medieval times of Sri Lanka. There are also many more monuments of the city which are well preserved upto date, such as the Royal Palace complex and the Quadrangle, which will surely give you an insight of how the kings of Sri Lanka reigned a city on their own!

Tip- When visiting Polonnaruwa, ensure that you wear clothing that covers both your legs and your shoulders. A sarong or a scarf can be taken if needed. White clothing is much appreciated when visitng the temples.

Highlights of the day are,
-Visiting the sites of Polonnaruwa
-Lounging at the hotel during the evening
Overnight stay in Sigiriya/Dambulla

Ah, Kandy! The most majestic city in Sri Lanka. Filled with monumental sites, Kandy will be one of those destinations which you would never want to leave! After breakfast at the hotel, you will be safely conveyed to Kandy by your chauffeur. You are able to drop by at the Dambulla Golden Cave Temple on the way as well!

During the evening, you are more than welcome to visit the Temple of the Tooth, which has preserved the tooth relic of Lord Buddha for centuries. You can also engage in a shopping spree and pay a visit to the Art and craft center, the Gem Museum and the Batik factory, which produces clothing by applying dye to a whole cloth. Historically known as Senkadagala, Kandy is situated right at the center of the island, which makes it convenient for people to travel to the city from any direction. Lateron, you are able to observe a cultural dance performance by talented Sri Lankan dances, so have your cameras ready!

Tip- When visiting the Temple of the Tooth, ensure that you wear clothing that covers both your legs and your shoulders. A sarong or a scarf can be taken if needed. White clothing is much appreciated.

Highlights of the day are,
-Tour around the Dambulla cave temple (Optional)
-Visit to the Temple of the Tooth (Optional)
-Kandy city tour
-Batik factory tour
-Visit to the Arts and Crafts center
-Tour around the gem museum
-Observing a cultural dance performance during the evening
-Lounging at the hotel during the evening.
Overnight stay in Kandy

Your final day in Sri Lanka will be reserved to visit Negombo, which will commence after you relish your breakfast at Kandy.

After you have checked in at your desired place of stay at Negombo, you are able to visit Negombo's famous fishing village. If not, you can just relax by the beach and enjoy a refreshing swim!

As Negombo is famous for it's fishing industry, you are bound to see fishermen almost everywhere! With the friendly locals and the soothing ocean breeze brushing against you, Negombo is bound to make you wish you stayed for one more day! The Dutch Canal boat safari is another acitivity to engage in if you are curious to explore the wilderness of Negombo. It is your final day, so make the most out of it!

Highlights of the day are,
-Tour around the Negombo city
-Dutch Canal boat safari (Optional)
-Lounging by the beach during the evening
Overnight stay in Negombo

End of the tour