Sri Lanka
The change of scenery is everywhere
From the vast spice stalls to the tea plantation workers to the island's pristine landscapes, a change of scenery is everywhere. Throughout our escapades, we will be able to discover unique craftsmanship in the world, ancient traditions that are still well anchored and perfectly preserved customs.
Suggested Schedule
DAY 1
Flight Montreal - Colombo
DAY 2
Colombo - Habarana
Arrival at Colombo airport
Discovery of the Cultural Triangle through beautiful landscapes, lush vegetation and various fruit and vegetable plantations
Welcome (non-alcoholic) cocktail
DAY 3
Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
Visit of the ancient royal fortress of Sigiriya
The "Lion Mountain" is one of the most captivating sites in the country
Visit of the archaeological site of Polonnaruwa
Medieval site and second capital of Ceylon, where are the statues of the three Buddhas, the ruins of the Royal Palace and the Lotus Bath
DAY 4
Polonnaruwa - Hiriwaduna
Visit a local school to spend time with students
Visit of the village of Hiriwaduna, located in the heart of a rice field
Demonstration of sri lankan curry preparation
DAY 5
Hiriwaduna - Dambulla - Matale - Kandy
Visit of the cave temple in Dambulla
Visit spice gardens offering all the native varieties
Demonstration of weaving with coconut branches
DAY 6
Kandy
Tuk Tuk ride
Visit of the Temple of the Tooth
Traditional dance classes!
DAY 7
Kandy - Pinnawela - Kandy
Visit to the elephant orphanage where you can watch the mammal bath
Kandyan evening in Sarong (traditional dress) by candlelight with several specialties and oriental music
DAY 8
Kandy - Nuwara Eliya
Discovery of the "country of tea"
Visit of a factory and a tea plantation including tasting
Tea picking with professionals
DAY 9
Nuwara Eliya - Uda Walawe
4x4 jeep safari in Uda Walawe Park
DAY 10
Udawalawe - Galle - Hikkaduwa
Stop in Tangalle to see the fishermen with their pendulums or suspended on their poles
Tour of Galle Fort and Old Town
Road to Hikkaduwa
DAY 11
Hikkaduwa
Free day at the beach
DAY 12
Hikkaduwa - Colombo
Kosgoda Tour: To help save turtles, hatcheries have appeared along the West Coast
Visit of a turtle farm, supervised by "The Wilde Life Protection Society of Sri Lanka"
Road to Colombo
DAY 13
Colombo
Visit of the city of Colombo and visit of "Gangarama Temple
Free time for shopping
DAY 14
Return flight to Montreal
*All of our travel experiences are unique and customized. The itinerary suggested, as well as the services included (transport, accommodation, activities and meals) can be modified at any time in accordance with the needs and interests of each group.
Our international packages usually include:
- Flights round trip
- Transport in a private coach, train, RER or subway depending on the itinerary
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel or hostel (except when other accommodation is mentioned)
- Service of a local tour leader for the duration of your stay
- Half board for the whole trip (2 meals/day)
- Admission to all activities mentioned
- Applicable taxes and services fees (GST, QST, HST and OPC 1,00$/1 000$)
- A toll-free emergency line 24 hours / 7 days
- Travel documentation
- Our advisory services to adapt the program according to your needs
