Sri Lanka gem of the dream tour captures some of the most important destinations of Sri Lanka which hold religious and cultural values and showcase the country’s heritage. Mainly the craftsmanship of ancient Sri Lankans which continues to amaze the world can be experienced. There will be en route stops planned for visitors to experience even more wonderful places & people of Sri Lanka.
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Sri Lanka gem of the dream tour – Day 1
On arrival at the Bandaranaike International Airport, you will get your first taste of warm Sri Lankan hospitality and a representative from Ceylon My Dream (Pvt) Limited will Welcome you and transfer you to Kandy. En Route you get to visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, established in 1975, commenced with seven orphans. Today some of these orphans enjoy the fortune of seeing their grandchildren born in the same location. The original objective of establishing the orphanage inclined more towards tourism, but it soon became a conservation and educational centre. With the help of local and foreign elephant experts, Pinnawala started a scientific captive-breeding program for elephants. The free movement of the herd enhanced the chances for respective individuals of both sexes to get together and mate. The nearby river played a dominant role in this regard, and in 1984, the first baby of Pinnawala was born. The success story of Pinnawala has drawn the attention of scientists from all over the world. A considerable number of books and research articles on Pinnawala have been published in several languages. The members of the Pinnawala herd have been filmed, videoed and photographed thousands of times by professionals. Depending on the time of the visit, you will get to experience a range of activities such as special shows, feeding & bathing. Next, the journey to Kandy will be continued.
Finally, you can round off your day in the evening with a Cultural Show, where the vibrant costumes and pulsating rhythms of traditional dance forms from centuries-old rituals will enthrall you.
Overnight stay at a Hotel in Kandy.
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Sri Lanka gem of the dream tour – Day 2
After having breakfast at the hotel you will be transferred to Dambulla. En Route you will get to visit a Spice Garden at Matale. Our spices have been sought after for centuries, and continues to be a celebrated export, even today.
The famous Dambulla Cave Temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a destination not to be missed if you visit Sri Lanka. There are 05 caves and the first 03 caves are better, older and larger than the other two. This complex dates back to the first century BCE. All the 5 cave walls and ceilings are covered with Buddhist murals and there are more than 130 Buddha statues. Statues of Gods and Kings are also found here.
Overnight stay at a Hotel in Habarana/Dambulla.
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Sri Lanka gem of the dream tour – Day 3
After breakfast, we will set off to discover the 8th wonder of the world; the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress built in to 477 – 495 CE and is now a world heritage site. This astounding ‘city’ on the summit of a high outcrop was the royal citadel of King Kassapa for over 18 years. A miraculous feat of artistry and engineering, its unique features and exquisite frescoes continue to amaze all who visit it, even today.
Thereafter you will be transferred to your preferred beach. Sri Lanka being a tropical island is surrounded by mesmerizing beaches and there isn’t much difference in the weather condition regardless of the time of the year you choose to visit.
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Olga Ivanilo –
Sri Lanka is an amazing country with a rich history. Am so glad I got to experience it and have an awesome time enjoying the lovely beaches of this island, thanks to Ceylon My Dreams.