Arrival at Colombo International Airport. Here, you will be met by a designated English speaking Chauffeur guide from NextStep Journey. After the formalities at the airport you will be escorted to your air conditioned car and proceed to Negombo. Negombo is a characteristic fishing town north of Colombo and is a mere 15 km from the international airport. Set amidst lush groves of coconut palms, it breathes the spirit of the sea. Negombo is a gourmet paradise with sea food in plenty. Old - world fishing craft, like the outrigger canoe and the catamaran, bring seer, skipjack, herring, mullet, pomfret and amber jack, while lobster and prawn are caught in the lagoon. Once in Negombo, Check into the hotel and relax Read more

Negombo

After the breakfast , check out the hotel and proceed to Hiriwadunna This is a super jungle and village experience which is a popular tourist attraction. Have an early departure to a point off the main road where you will begin a scintillating walk over village paths, a tank (ancient reservoir) bund and forest. Cross a little jungle rivulet by catamaran to reach a farmer’s simple "wattle and daub" house where the Sri Lankan Village lunch can be consumed. The villager will offer some tea and may be sweetmeats. Proceed half an hour by foot and bullock cart to a point where a vehicle meets you for the transfer to the hotel, a truly Sri Lankan experience. On completion , proceed to Dambulla Cave temple. Dambulla Cave Temple is a vast isolated rock mass and it was here that king Valagambahu took refuge in the 01st century B.C. when fleeing from his enemies. He later turned the caves into a rock temple. The Golden Temple of Dambulla has been the centre of pilgrimage for Buddhists and Hindus alike for 22 centuries. It is Sri Lanka’s most popular historic site. The Cave monastery, home to Buddhist monks is covered with exquisite 2,000 year-old murals depicting the life and times of the Lord Buddha. The shrines also house a collection of 157 statues of Buddha in various sizes and poses, including a 15 meter long reclining Buddha and vividly coloured frescoes on the walls and ceiling, making this the largest antique painted surface in the world. On completion , check into the hotel and relax Read more

Dambulla

After breakfast, proceed to climb Sigiriya rock fortress in the morning. Sigiriya - Sigiriya or Lion Rock is an astonishing feat of engineering and construction. Built by an obsessed monarch in the 5th century, the most striking portion of Sigiriya, a terracotta and grey core of rock set in the cultural heart of Sri Lanka, rises a sheer 200 meters above a forested plain, its flattened summit sloping gently. A series of moats, ramparts and water gardens — remnants of an ancient city — spread out on two sides of the rock, with the remains of a pair of giant stone lion’s paws still guarding the staircase that leads to the summit, once occupied by a royal palace. Designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982, Sigiriya is Asia’s best preserved city of the first millennium, showing complex urban planning around the base of the rock, combined with sophisticated engineering and irrigation skills in the palace perched on the summit. On completion proceed to Kandy En route visit Matale Spice Gardens. Spice Garden - Visit a spice garden in Matale to see many different types of spices Sri Lanka is famous for. Also a nice Sri Lankan traditional lunch can be consumed at this place. Just 25 km from the hill capital of Kandy, the Matale spice gardens are among the best on the island. On completion Proceed to Kandy and Check into the Hotel Read more

Kandy

Traditional Sri Lanka food is very enjoyable and world famous. From the wide range of staples to spicy curries to sweets to street food, the cuisine of Sri Lanka is full of flavor and variety. With so many dishes to choose from, it’s no wonder there are so many food fans from all around the world. Cooking these yourself adds another dimension to the experience. Evening , visit city the Temple of tooth relic Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex which houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a UNESCO world heritage site partly due to the temple. On Completion, return to the Hotel and relax Read more

Kandy

After the breakfast , check out the hotel and proceed to Colombo. En route ,Visit Millennium Elephant Foundation Millennium Elephant Foundation (MEF) a family run non-government organization (NGO) which is dedicated to improving the welfare of domestic elephants throughout Sri Lanka. It houses elephants rescued from aggressive mahouts, and elephants retired from working in temples. On completion, proceed to Colombo and do a City tour. Colombo is most often used as a centre point between destinations. With Hayleys Tours you can enjoy this city’s Colonial heritage, sites and of course shopping! Often hidden under the bustle of everyday life, Colombo has much to offer. Marvel at the Old Colombo Lighthouse and Parliament buildings which stand alongside more modern structures. Colombo is a hot spot for retail therapy and is a shopper’s paradise! See this bustling urban city in a new light as you enjoy a city tour. On completion, Check into the hotel and Relax Read more

Colombo

Culinary Ceylon cooking experience - optional You can experience below activities in Culinary Ceylon which is a hub for authentic Sri Lankan culinary experiences • 7 to 8 Course ‘tasting menu’ of delectable, authentic Sri Lankan dishes featuring our island’s greatest culinary hits. This is a hosted, guided and curated food experience; learn the history behind Sri Lankan cuisine from passionate ‘curators’ (12 noon or 5.30pm to 7.30pm) • Cooking classes (10am to 1pm/1.30pm) Read more