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| In addition to covering the highlights, this program also allows time for visitors to venture off the beaten path and explore some of the lesser-known areas of Sri Lanka. Start in Kandalama, your base for exploring the second capital city of Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa, and the ruins at Sigiriya, including the famous "Lion Rock," frescoes, and water gardens. Next, tour Dambulla rock temple and visit a spice garden in Matale before arriving in Kandy, the relaxed "capital" of the hill country. From your base in Kandy, make a trip to the elephant orphanage, where wildlife specialists care for elephants in need, and stroll through the Peradeniya Botanical Garden, the largest botanical garden in Sri Lanka. Transfer to Nuwara Eliya, a pleasant town in the heart of the tea-growing country, with a stop at one of Sri Lanka's famous tea plantations on the way. The cool climate and lovely scenery make it easy to understand why Nuwara Eliya was once a favored British hill station; here you can visit a tea plantation and learn how to pluck tea like a local. From Nuwara Eliya, visit the rolling Horton Plains and the dramatic "World's End" escarpment. Proceed to Colombo, with a visit to Kitulgala, the filming location for the movie "Bridge Over the River Kwai"; en route; enjoy an introductory city tour of Colombo and an overnight stay before departing. | |||
| This is simply a suggested itinerary and can easily be customized to suit your schedule, budget, and interests. |
