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5 Nights New Year Extravaganza in Srilanka Highlights

  • The perfect holiday destination squeezed into verdant rainforests, misty hills amid fertile tea plantations and dazzling beaches
  • Stroll around the lush green tea estates inhaling the aromatic air filled with fragrances of tea as well as sip in your favorite teas with breathtaking views
  • The lagoons, tall coconut palm trees in the landscape, the calm weather, dazzling marine life all will scintillate you like never before at Bentota
  • Feel the warmth of the soft sand and the cold breezy waves of the sea and enroll yourself in various water sports
  • Witness the largest artificial harbors at Colombo and get awe with the architecture of Dutch Era buildings and the British era buildings

5 Nights New Year Extravaganza in Srilanka Overview

About the Tour:

Srilanka, is the pearl of the Indian ocean a trip to this mesmerizing island in new year where you will get fascinated by the lush tea plantations & waterfalls, tropical beaches, jaw-dropping wildlife, historical monuments & temples.

The gateway to all of this hill-country action is Kandy and Sri Lanka’s second city and the island’s undisputed historical and cultural capital full of rich in heritage and culture of royal city Kandy. Skim the waves at speed and feel the splash against your sunkissed skin on the vast waters encompassing Bentota and participate in the Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project to have a close look into the process of rescuing and nurturing sea turtles. Surf through the waves, and spend your days enjoying fresh coconuts in your hammock at Mirissa, wander at the sprawling layout and complex history featuring a fascinating heritage and enticing architectural wonders of the dutch and British era.


Quick Info:

Route: Colombo - Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Bentota - Colombo

Duration: 6 Days 5 Nights

Start Point: Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo)

End Point: Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo)

Inclusions:

➔ Meeting and Assistance at the Airport

➔ Stay in hygienic and sanitized hotels (As per the variant selected)

➔ Buffet Breakfast from Day 2 to Day 6 and Buffet Dinner from Day 1 to Day 5

➔ Sightseeing as mentioned above. (Without entrance fees)

➔ Transport in an A/C Car/Flat Roof & High Roof van with the service of an English-speaking chauffeur/ National Guide.

➔ One complimentary water bottle (500ml) each person each day

➔ Value-added tax.

How to Reach:

Colombo city is connected with many international destinations by air. Colombo’s international airport, Bandaranaike International Airport, serves the city. The major airlines operating these routes are SriLankan Airlines, Himalaya Airlines, Qatar Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Emirates, Air India Express etc.

5 Nights New Year Extravaganza in Srilanka Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Colombo - Kandy | Welcome to the Teardrop Island
Kandy

Travel Distance: 122 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 4 Hours

  • As you arrive at the airport, you will be picked by our local representative upon your arrival and transferred to Kandy.
  • Enjoy the scenic 4 hours drive from Colombo to Kandy. 
  • En route Kandy visit the Pinnwala Elephant Orphanage which is approx. 55 miles away from Colombo on the Colombo-Kandy Road.
  • Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is not a zoo, but something bigger and more interesting. It is a breeding ground for Asian elephants who are left abandoned due to unforeseeable circumstances.
  • Reconnect with nature and wildlife as you witness the way elephants are treated and cared for, the elephants being fed milk, their bathing routine, and interaction with each other.
  • While on your way you can visit beautiful golden-roofed Buddhist Temple in the heart of Kandy, where you can see the legendary tooth relic of Buddha which is enclosed inside several golden boxes, covered in jewels.
  • Upon reaching your hotel in Kandy, relish the hospitable treatment you receive and complete your check-in formalities before proceeding to your room.
  • In the evening, catch a panoramic view of the picturesque town from upper lake drive.
  • Visit a Kandyan Dance performance and be treated to a spectacular fire walking finale.
  • Return back to your hotel, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Kandy.
Day 2
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya | Stroll around the Tea Estates and enjoy the exotic aroma
Nuwara Eliya

Travel Distance: 76 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 3 Hours

  • Wake up in the morning, have your healthy breakfast and check out from hotel and proceed for Nuwara Eliya.
  • As you proceed to Nuwara Eliya enroute to the tea plantations
  • Visit the Hanuman Temple, it is believed that this was the first place in Sri Lanka where Hanuman landed before starting the quest to look for Goddess Sita.
  • Later proceed to Ramboda Falls it is known for scenic landscapes comprising of highlands, ridges, plains, streams and hilly mountains.
  • Stopover at Seetha Amman Kovil, a temple dedicated to Goddess Sita and is believed that place that Goddess Sita was kept during after she had been captured by the demon king Ravana of Lanka.
  • Proceed towards to Hakgala Botanical Gardens which is the home to a variety of wild life, including bears, monkeys and birds.
  • As you reach your hotel in Nuwara Eliya, complete the formalities and relax for a while.
  • In the evening, you can visit the Gregory Lake and enjoy the happy vibe.
  • Explore the Bale Bazaar, popularly known as the winter market you can buy winter products as a souvenir.
  • Return to your hotel and enjoy your delicious dinner.
  • Overnight stay at Nuwara Eliya.
Day 3
Nuwara Eliya to Bentota | City of Golden Beaches
Bentota

Travel Distance: 209 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 6 Hours

  • Wake up in the morning, enjoy a healthy breakfast, complete your check-out formalities and head towards Bentota.
  • Upon arrival in Bentota, get transferred to your hotel, complete your check-in formalities and unwind for some time.
  • Later, head towards Madhu River to enjoy a boat ride along the islets forested with rich profusion of mangrove trees, exotic varieties of birds etc and come across more than one hundred eleven species of birds in their natural habitat.
  • Post the boat ride, head towards Kosgoda to visit the Turtle Hatchery, the prime turtle nesting site. Witness the huge tanks filled with newborn turtle hatchlings as well as the baby as well as see how the baby turtles after being fed, are taken to the sea and released when they are 2-4 days old, usually during the safer hours of darkness.
  • Return back to your hotel in Bentota, have a delicious dinner and enjoy an overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 4
Excursion to Mirissa | Spot the largest animal on the planet
Bentota

Travel Distance: 101 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

  • Wake up in the morning the sound of the waves of sea and breathe in the fresh air.
  • After enjoying a lavish breakfast at your hotel in Bentota, proceed to Mirissa.
  • En route, visit the Galle fort which consist of National Maritime Museum, Dutch Reformed Church, The Galle Lighthouse and Meera Mosque.
  • Once you are done exploring the Galle Fort you can proceed to Mirissa.
  • As you reach the Mirissa beach you can spot the Parrot rock a huge red-colored mound that towers over the water.
  • You can also visit Coconut Tree Hill which is one of the most Instagrammable spots.
  • You can also join the whale watching tour at an additional cost available at the beach itself.
  • Go through the day enjoy in the precious stone blue water, swimming among mind blowing marine life, and enjoy in each snapshot of this window into paradise.
  • After having a day filled with sandy toes and salty hair return back to Bentota in the evening for an overnight stay.


Day 5
Bentota - Colombo | The Commercial Capital of Sri Lanka
Colombo

Travel Distance: 81.5 KM | Travel Time: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

  • Wake up in the morning and get ready to explore the capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo.
  • After taking a piping hot breakfast at your hotel in Bentota, check-out and head to Colombo.
  • Once you reach Colombo, check-in to your hotel and complete the formalities and freshen up.
  • Get ready to explore the Colombo City at first wander through the Colombo Fort, you can take a walk from Colombo Fort to Beira Lake and visit the popular Lovers Island and the beautiful suspension bridge
  • Get mesmerized by the architectural wonder that will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns. 
  • While on your way to World Trade Building and Parliament building you can spot the floating market Pettah.
  • Wander around the tallest tower in South Asia "The Lotus Tower" you can stroll around explore the restaurants and can enjoy the shopping spree.
  • Seek blessings at gangaramaya buddhist temple colombo it is mix of modern architecture and cultural essence.
  • Later you can visit the Colombo National Museum which consists of collection related to Sri Lanka and also visit the Independence Square where you can witness the history of the Sri Lanka.
  • After explore the Colombo city, return back to your hotel have your delicious dinner and call it a day.
Day 6
Departure from Colombo | Trip ends with plethora of memories
Colombo
  • Wake up in the morning and enjoy your sumptuous breakfast at your hotel and check out.
  • Head towards the Colombo International Airport, where you will board your flight and fly back to your home country with happy memories of your fun-filled island holiday.


Select Package Options

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Price Includes
  • Stay

    Comfortable Stay on a Double sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized 3 star hotels as follows:

    Kandy : Royal Kandyan or Similar

    Nuwara Eliya : Araliya Red or Similar  

    Bentota : EKHO Surf or Similar

    Colombo : Fairway Colombo or Similar  

  • Meals

    Buffet Breakfast from Day 2 to Day 6

    Buffet Dinner from Day 1 to Day 5

  • Transfers

    Airport pick up and drop as per your arrival timings

    Comfortable and hygienic AC vehicle (Sedan/SUV) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.

  • Driver

    Highly-Experienced driver cum guide

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing in a comfortable and sanitized vehicle as per the itinerary

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Price Includes
  • Stay

    Comfortable Stay on a Double sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized 3 star hotels as follows:

    Kandy : Grand Kandyan or Similar

    Nuwara Eliya : Araliya Green City or Similar

    Bentota : Citrus Waskaduwa or Similar  

    Colombo : Cinnamon Lakeside or Similar

  • Meals

    Buffet Breakfast from Day 2 to Day 6

    Buffet Dinner from Day 1 to Day 5

  • Transfers

    Airport pick up and drop as per your arrival timings

    Comfortable and hygienic AC vehicle (Sedan/SUV) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.

  • Driver

    Highly-Experienced driver cum guide

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing in a comfortable and sanitized vehicle as per the itinerary

More Details about 5 Nights New Year Extravaganza in Srilanka

Know Before You Go for 5 Nights New Year Extravaganza in Srilanka

  • Minimum 2 persons are required to book this tour.
  • The above mentioned rates for the package are valid for the Indian Nationals only.
  • All entry tickets for stupas, monasteries, sightseeing, state and entry fees, jeep safari, boat rides, monument entrances, camera charges, permits, etc. are not a part of the package.
  • You need to get extra PCR Tests done as per the airline requirement at the time of departure. (USD 40 per person )
  • Early check in & late checkout prices are not a part of the package.
  • All international and domestic airfare, visa fees, airport tax, or any kind of insurance cover is not a part of the package. (Please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application)
  • The above rates would vary and won't be the same on special days such as Diwali, Dussehra, Christmas and New Years.
  • Any personal expenses or items of personal nature will not be included in the package.
  • Any breakage or damage of any items in the resort will be charged at actuals.
  • Rates may fluctuate with any change in services/hotels. The difference in the cost shall be borne by the client in case of any amendment in the package due to an increase in the number of guests, hotel change, etc., before the beginning of the trip.
  • The hotels are subject to their availability. In case they are not available, the travelers will be accommodated in a property of similar standard.
  • Thrillophilia reserves the right to rearrange the itinerary due to any kind of disturbance that occurred (i.e weather condition, political condition, or any others) without changing the total number of days and without compromising any service.
  • GST is applicable to the package cost.
  • Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations. Travelers littering may be fined.
  • If in case any traveler wants to or decides to leave the trip in the middle, all the expenses from that point onwards will be borne by the traveler. Neither the operator nor Thrillophilia will be held responsible for such decisions or for any refund.
  • Children below 2 years of age will be considered as infants only. Children above 2 years till 12 years of age will be considered and charged as children.