Negombo - Peradeniya - Kandy - Matale - Dambulla - Habarana - Anuradhapura - Wilpattu National Park - Colombo

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  • Airport/hotel/airport transfers with English-speaking driver.
  • Visits and excursions described in the itinerary, in regular service with English-speaking driver and Spanish-speaking guide (from day 1 to day 7), except for departures with fewer than 7 passengers, which will only have a Spanish-speaking driver-guide.
  • 8 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast.
  • 6 lunches and 8 dinners (drinks not included).
  • Entrance fees to the monuments included in the itinerary.
  • Accommodation taxes.
  • Plus travel assistance insurance.
  • Flights.
  • Sri Lanka entry visa.
  • Tips.
  • Optional insurance.
  • Drinks during lunch and dinner.
  • Camera and video permits at monuments.
  • Tickets to attend the Perahera Festival.
  • Hotel room availability before or after the times set by each establishment (generally check-in from 3:00 PM and check-out until 10:00 AM).
  • In general, any extra services not specified above, such as special meals, personal expenses, or anything else not specified as included.

- MANAGEMENT FEES - From the moment the booking is made €30 / booking

- FLIGHTS: 100% penalty from the moment the airline tickets are issued. Date and name changes not permitted.

- LAND SERVICES:

May, June, September, October, November, March, and April:

*Cancellations received up to 32 days prior to the service start date will not incur a penalty.

*Cancellations received between 31 and 22 days prior to the service start date will incur a penalty of 25% of the total service cost.

*Cancellations received between 21 and 16 days prior to the service start date will incur a penalty of 50% of the total service cost.

*Cancellations received from 15 days prior to the service start date will incur a penalty of 10 ... %.

July, August, December, January, and February:

*Cancellations received up to 47 days prior to the start date of services will not incur a penalty.

*Cancellations received between 46 and 32 days prior to the start date of services will incur a penalty of 50% of the total cost of services.

*Cancellations received 31 days or less prior to the start date of services will incur a penalty of 100%.

Guaranteed departures from 2 passengers according to the published schedule for this program. On departures with fewer than 6 passengers, there will be no tour guide but a Spanish-speaking driver-guide.

The deadline for booking requests for this tour or extra services is 21 days prior to arrival in Sri Lanka, except for arrivals between July 19 and August 30, for which the deadline is 30 days prior to arrival. After this deadline, any changes or additional services will incur an emergency booking fee.

Requests for changes or new services cannot be guaranteed after the booking deadline.

- Possible changes to accommodations: If any of the hotels included in this program are unavailable at the time of booking, an alternative will be offered with a corresponding price adjustment.

-This program does not offer triple room accommodations.

- Breakfast included in the hotels has assigned times according to each hotel's policies, generally between 6:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Outside of the hotel's designated hours, the passenger will forfeit this service. Room service or breakfast bags are available at an additional cost.

- Early arrival at the hotel on the first day of travel does not guarantee room availability. Standard check-in times apply unless additional nights are purchased to ensure immediate access to the rooms. Rooms are generally available from 3:00 PM.

-Free time: During free time, clients do not have transportation or a local guide.

-Possible route change: Our representative in Sri Lanka has the right to modify the program for the client's benefit or due to force majeure. If weather conditions or other events beyond our control require it, the order of the itinerary may be affected.

-Photos and videos: In some places in Sri Lanka, taking photos or recording videos is not permitted. Please check with your guide before starting your visit to avoid misunderstandings with local authorities.

-Special diets: Cases of food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, vegetarian food, etc.) must be communicated before arrival in Sri Lanka, although it is not possible to guarantee any type of special diet or menu.

-Consumer withdrawal: The tour is sold as a fixed package, therefore there will be no refund or discount for services that clients choose not to use or in which they cannot participate due to personal or medical reasons, flight schedules, or other events.

-People with reduced mobility: Many places in Sri Lanka, hotels, and transportation are not wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs: Please inquire and notify us before booking. Any additional assistance costs required during the tour will be the responsibility of the client.

-Luggage: In case of lost luggage by the airlines, it will be the passenger's responsibility to manage the claim and contact the company directly to arrange for delivery or any applicable compensation. Luxotour will not be responsible for any procedures related to lost or damaged luggage.

-Conduct during the trip: If a passenger's behavior jeopardizes the tour's operation and/or causes discomfort to the rest of the group, they will be required to leave the tour without any discount or refund for services they are unable to enjoy.

-Credit card: Hotels generally require a credit card or cash deposit as a guarantee to provide services such as telephone calls, extras in bars and restaurants, minibar, laundry, room service charges, etc.

-Personal documentation and entry requirements in Sri Lanka: It is the client's responsibility to be aware of the current entry and exit regulations for the country they are traveling to, as well as to carry the personal documents required by the authorities. Luxotour assumes no responsibility in this regard. Please note that visa, transit, entry, and health requirements vary from country to country and may be subject to change at short notice.

This program does not have a discount for children.

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Day 1: COLOMBO - NEGOMBO

Early morning arrival at Colombo International Airport, baggage claim, assistance, and road transfer to your hotel in Negombo, located on the east coast of Sri Lanka, a few kilometers from Colombo. Arrival and rest of the day at leisure. Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay.

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Day 2: NEGOMBO - PERADENIYA - KANDY

After breakfast, we depart by road for Peradeniya, where we will visit the Botanical Garden, the first botanical garden built by a Sinhalese king and later expanded by the British. Its 147 acres are filled with wonderful varieties of trees, plants, and flowers, primarily orchids (with a wide variety of types), medicinal plants, and palm trees. Lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a drive to Kandy, known as the capital of the mountains and the heart of Buddhism in the country. Its setting, architecture, and beauty led to its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. It was home to Sri Lanka's last independent kingdom, which survived two centuries of colonial incursions before falling to the British Empire. We will visit the Dalada Maligawa, an architectural complex of pink pavilions with red roofs, which houses the Temple of the Tooth Relic, the main religious center for Buddhist followers, where the relic of the Buddha's tooth is venerated. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 3: KANDY - MATALE - DAMBULLA - HABARANA

After breakfast, we depart by road for Matale, where we will visit the Spice Garden and enjoy a complimentary 10-minute Ayurvedic massage. We then continue to Dambulla Temple, whose complex of caves, transformed into the Golden Temple, is its main attraction due to its uniqueness and status as the largest cave system in the country. This complex also houses an important and extensive collection of Buddha images, around 153, representing the different stages of his life. These are surrounded by fascinating paintings and murals. This entire area of great cultural and religious significance was built by King Walangambahu in the 1st century BC and was declared a World Heritage Site in 1991. Furthermore, the mountains on which it sits contain the largest rose quartz deposit in South Asia, making the surrounding landscape yet another reason to visit. Lunch at a local restaurant. Next, we'll explore the rural area of Sevanagama village, taking an excursion where we'll enjoy the preparation of rotti, a traditional dish, accompanied by a herbal tea session. We'll tour the area, taking in its natural beauty, local culture, and traditions. We'll embark on a peaceful boat ride on a nearby lake, contemplating the serenity of the waters and the surrounding landscapes. After the boat ride, we'll hop on a tractor for a short rustic tour through the village's agricultural fields, learning about local farming practices and the region's lush, fertile soil. We'll return by tuk-tuk to conclude our experience in this village, guaranteeing a memorable visit. We'll then continue by road to Habarana. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 4: HARBANA

Full board (*). Free day at your leisure to enjoy the hotel facilities or book an optional excursion (*) in the area. Overnight stay.

Optional activities: For this free day, we offer two optional excursions: a visit to Sigiriya Fortress, a visit to Polonnaruwa, or a safari in Minneriya National Park. Please inquire about supplements.

(*) Lunch for those booking one of the two suggested optional excursions will be at a local restaurant. For those who choose not to book an optional excursion, lunch will be at the hotel.

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Day 5: HABARANA - ANURADHAPURA

After breakfast, depart by road for Anuradhapura. Visit the archaeological city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its ancient ruins. Explore the magnificent stupas of Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanarama, and pay homage to the revered Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, considered the oldest historically authenticated tree in the world. Following the visit, we will travel to Mihintale, where Buddhism first flourished in Sri Lanka. Today, it is a pilgrimage site with numerous religious monuments and abandoned statues. Return to Anuradhapura and the rest of the afternoon is free. Dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 6: ANURADHAPURA - WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK

Breakfast and free time until departure for Wilpattu National Park, one of Sri Lanka's largest and oldest national parks. This park features "Willus" (natural lakes), small basins of water with natural sandbanks that fill with rainwater, providing a vital source of life for the local wildlife. Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay.

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Day 7: WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK

Full board. Today we'll embark on an exciting safari adventure through the park, keeping an eye out for majestic elephants, elusive leopards, colorful bird species, and other fascinating animals. Return to the hotel to rest, share your exciting safari experiences, and enjoy a peaceful evening in a serene setting. Overnight stay.

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Day 8: WILPATTU - COLOMBO PN

Breakfast and departure by road to Colombo (this will be a long journey). Arrival at the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 9: COLOMBO

Breakfast and free time until your transfer to Colombo International Airport.