Day 01

A Delair Travel tour guide will await your arrival at the Colombo International Airport (Flight at your own arrangement). Depending on your time of arrival, enjoy a Colombo City Tour. Colombo is a cosmopolitan city buzzing with lights, glamour, a splendor of culinary treats to indulge in and a steep cultural heritage like no other. In a Half Day City Tour one will visit places like the Old Parliament, Colombo Fort, and Colombo’s ancient trade port in Pettah, Cinnamon Gardens, Galle Face Green, Gangarama Temple, BMICH, and more. You can also enjoy a rewarding Colombo Shopping Tour and stock up on some bargain souvenirs to take home. Overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 02

After Breakfast proceed to Dambulla. En route Pinnawella Elephant Orphanage which is the largest orphanage of its kind and offers visitors close contact with these gentle giants. Your family will truly enjoy the captivating experiences of watching the elephants march along the roads for the daily bath in the nearby river. Afterwards visit Sigiriya to discover the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Sigiriya Rock Fortress is another fascinating World Heritage site dating back to the 5th century which was once a stronghold for a king who sought refuge. It remains on a 200 meter high rock with magnificent views of the surrounding jungle. Overnight stay in Dambulla.

Day 03

After Breakfast proceed to Anuradhapura. Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Lankan civilization. From the 4th century BC, it was the capital of Sri Lanka until the beginning of the 11th century AD. During this period it remained one of the most stable and durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia. The ancient city, considered sacred to the Buddhist world, is today surrounded by monasteries covering an area of over sixteen square miles (40 km²). Great kings, philosophers, sages and brave warriors lived here and it is here that Buddhism was introduced to the country by the Buddhist monk, Mahinda Thera in the 3rd century BC. Remarkable achievements in the technical development of hydraulic engineering for irrigation is also a strong factor of this ancient civilization. The highlights of sightseeing will be; The sacred Bo-tree, a sampling of the Bo-tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment, Historically authenticated as the oldest tree in the world it is venerated by all Buddhists Overnight stay in Dambulla

Day 04

After breakfast discover the Polonnaruwa Ancient City. Polonnaruwa ancient city remains one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country, standing testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdom's first rulers. The ancient city of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Enjoy a thrilled 4x4 jeep safari excursion to Minneriya National Park in the evening. The park’s central feature is the ancient Minneriya Tank which was built in the 3rd century AD by King Mahasena. During the dry season – between June to September – this tank is an incredible place to observe the elephants who come to bathe and graze on the grasses as well as the huge flocks of birds (Cormorants and painted stork to name a few). Later proceed back to your hotel in Dambulla.

Day 05

Travel to Dambulla after breakfast to discover the Dambulla Cave Tour. Dambulla Cave Temple is the best preserved cave temple complex in the country with beautiful statues and paintings. Afterwards visit Kandy to discover the Royal City of Kandy. Kandy is Sri Lanka's last royal kingdom and is a World Heritage site. The tour will take you to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a magnificent golden roofed temple, Kandy Museum, Market Place and gem & jewellery shops. Later in the evening experience the traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show. The energetic traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance show, accompanied by tumultuous drumming and climaxes with the amazing fire-walking show Overnight stay in Kandy

Day 06

Checkout of your hotel and transfer to Colombo International airport. If time permits we can visit a few more popular shopping outlets in either in Colombo. Your journey with Delair Travels ends here. Have a nice flight and we forward to seeing you again soon. Note: Hotel stipulates checkout is before 12:00hrs noon time. Late Checkout between 12:00-18:00 requires half of the room rate. Any checkout after 18:00 will cost one extra night room rate.