Unveiling the Enchanting Isle- Srilanka
13-21st July 2023
FOR COUPLES AND SOLO WOMAN
Join our Sri Lanka Experiential Expedition and embark on a captivating journey that goes beyond the ordinary. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, ancient traditions, and breathtaking landscapes of this enchanting island. From exploring sacred temples and lush tea plantations to encountering majestic elephants in their natural habitat, every moment of this expedition is designed to awaken your senses and create lasting memories. Engage with local communities, savor the flavors of authentic cuisine, and embrace the warmth and hospitality of the Sri Lankan people. This is more than just a trip; it’s an opportunity to truly connect with the heart and soul of Sri Lanka, discovering its hidden gems and experiencing its wonders firsthand. Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable experiential journey?
Tour Plan
Day1
- Meet & Welcome by Her Expeditions team at the Airport
- Drive to Wilpattu National Park
- On the way enjoy the lunch in a beautiful restaurant (Self Paid Lunch)
- Evening at Leisure
Dinner & Overnight stay at Back Waters Lodge (D)
Day2
- Breakfast at hotel
- A half day jeep safari at Wilpathu National Park where you might be lucky to see leopards but will definitely see crocodiles, elephants and many rare species of birds
- Special picnic lunch on an island at Boatman’s house, including the boat ride (Catamaran)
- Evening at Leisure – Feel free to explore your surroundings
Dinner & Overnight stay at Back Waters Lodge (B,L,D)
Day3
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Sigiriya; en-route visit to the ancient ruins in Anuradhapura's Ancient city tour
- Lunch on the way to Sigiriya (Self Paid Lunch )
- Minneriya Safari in the evening (Optional = $43 per person -4 people per jeep)
Dinner & Overnight stay at Sigiriya Village Hotel (B,D)
Day4
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress which is famous for its palace ruins on top of a massive 200-meter-high rock surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs and other structures
- Drive to Kandy
- En-route to Kandy, Visit Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temple .Dambulla temple is a UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Visit the Spice Garden and enjoy lunch at a nearby paddy field in classic village style
- Visit the Gem factory and witness gem making and polishing processes
- Evening at Leisure
Dinner & Overnight stay at Amaya Hills Kandy (B,L,D)
Day5
- Breakfast at hotel
- Early morning visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, another UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Transfer to Ella via train (11.00 am train from Kandy )
- Scenic train journey to Ella (Most famous train Journey in Sri Lanka)
- Feel free to walk to one of the lovely restaurants and enjoy Sri Lanka’s delicious cuisine.
Overnight stay at Oakray Ella Gap (B,L)
Day6
- Breakfast at hotel
- In the morning visit a tea factory to witness the fine Ceylon black tea making process; tour to tea plantation field ,experiencing tea plucking and enjoy a fresh cup of Ceylon tea
- Go for a lovely walk on the glorious Nine Arch Bridge located in between Ella and Demodara train stations -one of the engineering marvels of the early 20th century.
- Lunch at the local restaurant.
- After lunch , rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay at Oakray Ella Gap (B,L)
Day7
- Breakfast at hotel
- Drive to Mirissa via Kataragama
- En route visit Ravana water Fall
- Visit the famous Kataragama Temple
- Have the lunch on the way to Mirissa (Self paid lunch)
- Check into the hotel and Evening at Leisure.
Dinner & Overnight stay at Paradise Beach Club Mirissa (B,D).
Day8
- Packed breakfast from the hotel
- Whale watching
- Lunch at the hotel and refresh yourself
- Visit Coconut Hills Mirissa in the evening and enjoy the beautiful sunset.
- Evening at leisure & enjoy the dinner at Mirissa beach
Overnight stay in Paradise Beach Club Mirissa (B,L)
Day9
- Early morning breakfast at the Hotel
- Soon after breakfast start driving to Colombo
- Visit Galle Dutch Fort which is UNESCO Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka
- Visit a mask factory and see the making of traditional wooden masks.
- Witness the Sri Lankan traditional toddy making process and enjoy a sip of coconut toddy
- Shopping in Colombo in the evening
- Departure transfer to the airport at evening/night
Departure (B)
Expedition Fee - INR 82999 (twin sharing)
Payment instalments timeline
1st instalment ( To book your slot) - Rs 25000 ( Non-refundable)
2nd instalment(15th June) - Rs 29000
3rd instalment(30th June) - - Rs 29000
Account Details
Account name : Her Expeditions
Account number : 10097396255
IFSC code - IDFB0021002
Account type - Current Account
Bank Name : IDFC BANK
INCLUSIVE OF:
- Accommodation in standard rooms in above mentioned hotels for 08 Nights and 09 Days.
- Transfers to all locations as per the itinerary in an A/C Tourist Vehicle throughout the tour.
- 01st class or 02nd class train journey from Kandy to Ella.(Strictly subject to availability)
- English Speaking Professional Chauffeur / National Guide.
- Visits to Gem factory, spice garden, Ravana falls, Nine Arch Bridge, Kataragama temple and Coconut hills.
- City tours in Galle, Kandy, Anuradhapura, Ella and Colombo.
SPECIAL INCLUSIONS FOR YOU(included in the package cost):
- Wilpattu Jeep safari = $45 per person for 4 in a jeep
- Special picnic lunch on an island at Boatman’s house, including the boat ride= $10
- Temple of the Tooth Relic = $6
- Tea factory and plantation visit =$15
- Whale watching at Mirissa = $45
- Paddy field Cookery Demostration inluding lunch = $10
- Sigiriya Rock = $15
- Dambulla Rock Temple= $5
- Anuradhapura Ancient City= $15
- Visit mask factory and experiencing making traditional wooden masks in Sri Lanka = $8
- Witness the Sri Lankan traditional toddy making process and enjoy sip of coconut toddy= $8
- 02 Water Bottles (500 ml) per day per person = $9
- Local Sim Card = $6
EXCLUSIVE OF:
- Airfare - International.
- 5% GST and 5% TCS.
- Srilanka Visa (Approx- Rs2000+ Rs700 service charge, we can help you to apply)
- Travel insurance
- Camera & Video permits at all sites.
- Optional excursions and activities.
- Individual airport transfers.
- Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered, laundry, phone calls and medical expenses.
- Entrance fees not in the inclusions.
- Tips to the driver or any other additional attending staff (Approx $30)
- Porter fees in Hotels and Airports.
- Early check in or late check out.
- All other expenses which are not included in ‘Inclusions’ column.
FLIGHT DETAILS:
Please DO NOT book your flights till you get a confirmation and a go ahead from our end. Please note that closer to date, airlines may change flight number as well as flight timings, so please consult with us beforehand.
We can help you book your flight tickets at a competitive price.
Terms and conditions:
- Rates can be changed if change in travel plan due to whatsoever the reason.
- Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond our control.
- The itinerary flow is subject to change.
- Please note that Her Expeditions reserves the right of refusal and the right to cancel any booking (for example when the basic feasible quota of people required has not been met, group size has to be minimum 8 clients).
- In such an event, as a participant you will be entitled to a refund. In case of natural disaster or national emergency like lock down, curfew etc and we cannot continue with our trip, no refund will be given back.
- We are not responsible if a client misses his/her flight due to unforeseen circumstances such as curfew, lock down, traffic Jam or any other delay not in our control.
PLEASE NOTE:
- A single room supplement can be provided on an additional payment. The cost mentioned is for Indian nationals. For non-Indian pricing, please send a mail to [email protected]
- Any extra cost due to any unforeseen condition, such as delay/cancellation of flight, natural calamity, political unrest etc. Her Expeditions would not be responsible for the cancellation of the tour.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
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- Cancellation for an event will be considered via a written mail to
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- The date of the mail would be considered for the calculation of the cancellation fee.
REFUND POLICY:
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- 50% fee to be refunded excluding the booking amount , if cancellation is done between 120-60 days prior to the event
- 30% fee to be refunded excluding the booking amount, if cancellation is done between 60-30 days prior to the event
- No refund if cancellation is done between 0-30 days of the event
- No refund for un-utilised services.
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Wilpattu | The Backwaters Lodge |
Sigiriya | Sigiriya Village |
Kandy | Amaya Hills Kandy |
Ella | Oakray Ella Gap |
Mirissa | Paradise Beach ClubMirissa |