Tour: Leave after breakfast from hotel for a day excursion to Galle and return, including visits to a Turtles Hatchery, Mask Museum, and Factory en-route, and visit the Dutch Fortress in Galle .
The port of Galle, through by some to be the Biblical city of Tarshish, splendidly illustrates the solidity of the Dutch presence in Sri Lanka. The 36 -hectare (89 acre) Dutch Fort, built in 1663, has withstood the ravages of time. Its massive ramparts surround the promontory that forms the older part of Galle, and shelters within its walls sturdy Dutch houses, museums and churches. This area has a quiet, relaxed atmosphere that seems almost detached from the flow of history. The new Oriental Hotel, built for Dutch governors in 1684, is a colonial gem with a wonderfully atmospheric bar. Nearby is a tiny sliver of a beach suitable for a dip, though most travelers prefer to head along the coast to the fine beaches at Unawatuna, Weligama and Tangalla.
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Tour: You will commence this excursion early morning from your hotel for a day excursion to Kandy and return on the same day. The excursion includes visits to the Elephant Orphanage, Tea Factory, and Royal Botanical Gardens.
Kandy - Kandy lovely city, the Hill Capital and last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings retains an aura of grandeur, which time has not affected. Encircled by hills, with a tranquil lake in its center, it is the site of the renowned 'Temple of the Tooth'. and the Royal Botanical gardens home to one of the island's handicraft industry and its traditional dances are the most spectacular in the country.
Royal Botanical Gardens - Believed to be one of the most beautiful gardens in South Asia and begun as a pleasure garden by a Sinhala King. Every variety tropical and temperate tree and flower is cultivated here and special houses with orchids and e cacti are too beautiful to be true.
Elephant Orphanage At Pinnawela - Pinnawela orphanage is situated northwest of the town Kegalle, half between the present capital of Colombo and the ancient royal residence Kandy in the hills of central Sri Lanka. It was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Wildlife department. This 24 acres, large elephant orphanage is an also breeding place for elephants, more than twenty elephants were born since 1984, and it has the largest herd of captive elephants in the world.
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Colombo - is the trade capital has long been the traditional gateway to the orient. Today, Colombo is a fascinating city with a happy blend of east & west, past & present with a charm of its own. The main seaport of Sri Lanka is in Colombo & adjoining it is the Pettah, which is the local bazaar & trading area. Another place of interest is the beautiful Buddhist temples, Hindu temples, the historic Wolfendhal church, the main residential area -cinnamon gardens and the BMICH - International Conference Hall and the commercial area - Fort.
The client will be able to visit the popular Pettah Market, the Kochchikade Church, the famous Muslim Mosque down 2nd Cross street, old colonial building in Fort, old Parliament of Sri Lanka, the popular Galle Face, Hindu KW!, the Gangaramaya Temple, Victoria Park, Museum of Sri Lanka, Town Hall, Vihara Mahade, Park, the famous BMICH and the Buddha Status and proceed to the Independence Square where Sri Lanka gained independence from the British in 1948. Visits would also include shopping stops to a Gem & Jewelers shop, departmental stores, handicraft shops and tea boutique.
Cost Includes:
• Transport in your own air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of an English speaking driver guide.
• Taxes