Tours
Sri Lanka

Northern Sri Lanka tour Including Jaffna

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Max Group Size
1 to 20
What's Included
Overnights Accommodations( as per itinerary ).
Breakfast & Dinner at hotel (except Dinner at Colombo).
Transportation (as per itinerary ).
Air-Conditioned Vehicle.
English Speaking Driver Cum Guide.
Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application.
Lunch & water.
Compulsory - X’mas & New Year supplements (Please check with executive).
Early check-in / Late check-out.
Optional activities.
Tips.
Camera/video permits.
Any expenses of a personal nature.
Air tickets.
Highlights
Watch traditional dancing in the cultural capital, Kandy.
Climb and stand on the ancient giant top of the rock, Enjoy & admire the top of the view.
Walk through the ruins of historical Anuradhapura.
Discover the tourist free Tamil areas of the north.
Bargain hard in Colombo's Pettah Market.
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Garlands on arrival.
Late check-out and early check-in on availability.
Room upgrades on availability.
Stop to enjoy some tropical/seasonal fruits during your journey.
Quench your thirst by stopping for a complimentary king coconut along the roadside.
Complimentary Meet and Greet at the Airport.
WIFI during the tour.
Honeymooners – Bed decoration / Fruit platter or small cake.
All the clients should be fully vaccinated (with 2 doses).
If anyone has contracted covid in the past and had only 1 dose before travelling, then you will need to tell us in advance since there are different kind of protocols.
Covid Insurance is mandatory from 1st Jan 2022 – Refer below how clients can purchase online only.
https://visitsrilanka.gov.lk/  - Insurance to be purchased online.
https://airport.lk/health_declaration/index - Also health Declaration form also can be filled online.
Everything regarding protocols are updated in the below link. https://www.srilanka.travel/helloagain/


Itinerary
  • Introduction
  • Day 01 - Airport - Kandy
    Arrive by flight and you will be transferred to the arrival terminal. Please clear immigration & visa formalities, collect your baggage and proceed to the arrival lounge through the green channel if you do not have goods to be declared to customs. You will meet one of the Representatives of Apple Vacations will assist you as he will be having a paging board with your name in the meeting area, and he will introduce you to your own English speaking chauffeur guide who will transfer you to the hotel in Kandy. (Pick up at airport or Colombo City) The lower hill region is surrounded by lush hills and breath taking views.

    Get reach to Kandy & check in to hotel

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 02 - Kandy
    After the Breakfast at the hotel & Visit to Peradeniya,

    Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, and go for a stroll in the 147-acre grounds. See over 4,000 different species of plants, including an exclusive collection of orchids, spices, and medicinal plants. Learn the history of the 19th-century gardens, and see famous plants such as the cannonball tree, giant fig tree, and 40-meter tall Burma bamboo. Next visit to Temple of tooth,

    Temple of the Tooth Relic, which houses the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha, is an important landmark in Kandy. The Tooth is kept in a two-storey shrine fronted by two large elephant tusks and rests on a gold lotus flower, encased in jewelled casket that sits on a throne. The temple is decorated with beautiful local paintings and architectural features.

    Evening Cultural Dance show Thereafter leave for hotel & check in to hotel

    Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Kandy.
  • Day 03 - Kandy - Sigiriya
    After breakfast at the hotel & Journey starts towards Sigiriya,

    En Route to visit Cave temple The Dambulla Cave Temple was built by King Walagambahu in the 1st century B.C. and it is a World Heritage Site. It is the most impressive of Sri Lanka's cave temples. The complex of five caves with over 2000 sq. meters of painted walls and ceilings is the largest area of paintings found in the world. It contains over 150 images of the Buddha of which the largest is the colossal figure of the Buddha carved out of rock and spanning 14 meters. Reach to hotel & check in to hotel Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 04 - Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa
    After the Breakfast at Proceed to Polonnaruwa,

    En route to Visit Sigiriya

    Climb the 5th century Sigiriya Rock Fortress, which is a world heritage site, built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD). The ''Lion Rock'' is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 200 meters from the scrub jungle. The rock was the innermost stronghold of the 70-hectare fortified town. A moat, rampart, and extensive gardens including the renowned water gardens ring the base of the rock. Visit the world-renowned frescoes of the ''Heavenly Maidens'' of Sigiriya, which are in a sheltered pocket of the rock approached by a spiral stairway. These frescoes are painted in earth pigments on plaster.

    Polonnaruwa - The Capital of Sri Lanka from 11th - 13th Century contains some splendid and spectacular statues. Lankatileke, Tivanka and Thuparama are the most beautiful and largest shrine ruins and Tivanka has the best example of frescoes of the Polonnaruwa period. Rankot Vihara and Kiriwehera are well preserved large stupas, and Gal Vihara - a rock shrine, has four Buddha statues, two seated, one standing and one reclining and Parakrama Bahu statue are examples of Sinhalese stone carver. The Vata-da-ge is a unique creation of the Sri Lankan artists.

    Get dropped off back at your hotel

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 05 - Polonnaruwa - Anuradhapura
    After breakfast at the hotel Transfer to Anuradhapura,

    Continue your journey to Anuradhapura for the following three nights. This path, which passes through rice fields and farms, is ideal for spotting local animals. The evening is free to spend at the hotel relaxing.

    Proceed to Anuradhapura & check-in to hotel

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 06 - Anuradhapura 2nd Day
    After breakfast at the hotel Transfer to Mihintale,

    Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.

    Return back to the hotel

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 07 - Anuradhapura 3rd Day
    After breakfast at the hotel visit Wilpattu National park,

    Located on the northwest coast of Sri Lanka's lowland dry zone. Enter the vast nature reserve, declared a national park in 1938, and discover the unique will us water basins that fill with rainwater. Look for native wildlife, including herds of elephants in their natural habitat. Keep a look out for elusive leopards, along with spotted deer, sambar deer, barking deer, wild boar, wild buffalo, sloth bear, mongoose, crocodiles, and peacocks. Get some free time to enjoy a local lunch at the nearby Hotel, at your own expense.

    Get back to hotel & relax yourself

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • DAY 08 - Anuradhapura - Jaffna
    After the Breakfast Transfer to Jaffna,

    After breakfast, you'll travel up to the extreme north of the nation to Jaffna, a gorgeous region with a violent past and significant Tamil influence; it's a one-of-a-kind spot to see in Sri Lanka.

    There after reach to hotel & check in to hotel

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • DAY 09 - Jaffna 2nd Day
    After the Breakfast visit to certainly get to see the Sri Lankan way of life.

    Jaffna culture is frequently portrayed through handicraft, timber works, sculptures, and even gastronomy. Some might argue that Jaffna has a more traditional culture, which is clearly impacted by the dominant faiths in the region. The Jaffna way of life is very basic and full of humility and contentment, which is one of the reasons why the Jaffna people have a very strong feeling of appreciation for the little things in life.

    Get back to the hotel & relax your self

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 10 - Jaffna 3rd Day
    Breakfast at the hotel and visit to Peninsula

    Visit to Peninsula and come back to Hotel

    Get reach the hotel back & relax your self

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 11 - Jaffna - Trincomalee
    Breakfast at the hotel & Journey starts towards Trincomalee,

    Trincomalee is a lovely tiny town on Sri Lanka's east coast. Trincomalee is one of the nicest beaches in Sri Lanka, with gorgeous white sand. The east coast is emerging and much quieter than the south, which is an excellent incentive to come.

    Arrive to hotel & check in to the hotel

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 12 - Trincomalee 2nd Day
    Breakfast at the hotel visit to whales watching

    Sri Lanka is quickly becoming one of the most popular destinations for viewing both blue and sperm whales, which can be spotted off the island's southern coast. The optimum time to visit is between December and April, when the sea is calm and these magnificent beasts pass through Sri Lankan seas.

    Once done tour for the day, get back to hotel

    Dinner & Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 13 - Trincomalee – Colombo
    Breakfast at the hotel & head on to Colombo.

    Take a domestic flight back to Colombo today. If flights connect, you may be able to fly out internationally on the same day, otherwise, stop in Colombo for one night. Spend the evening relaxing or exploring one of Colombo's markets.

    Get reach to Colombo & check in the hotel

    Overnight stay at selected hotel
  • Day 14 - Colombo – Airport
    Breakfast at the hotel transfer to airport to connect with the departure flight. (Please get advice, if you need to drop other than Colombo city)
  • End of tour
Pick up Information or Meet up Location details
Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time.
Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance.
Additional information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
This activity not stroller and wheel chair accessible.
Most travelers can participate.
This activity could be canceled due to extreme weather or unforeseen events. If canceled, you may book a different date or ask for a refund.
littering & smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers.
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Room upgrades on availability.
Stop to enjoy some tropical/seasonal fruits during your journey.
Quench your thirst by stopping for a complimentary king coconut along the roadside.
Complimentary Meet and Greet at the Airport.
Alcohol will not be served by any hotel on Poya days (full moon) and other days prohibited by the Government. Above given rates are with current applicable taxes, service charges etc., any FUTURE CHANGE IN TAXES OR RATES (Entrance Fees / future supplements), will be informed and applied to the above quoted.
Please note that this is not a reservation confirmation. Reservation confirmation shallbe subject to availability after your consent to confirm the room and it is subjected to change without prior notice.  
Hotels may impose supplements on the rates in case of special events in the area (e.g. Cricket Supplements) then we will be compelled to inform you of the same in advance to the arrivals.
Above rates are calculated as per today’s conversion and any major differences will be informed and added to the final cost.
Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded and Latecomers can't enter the venue once the event starts.
Please observe proper dress code when visiting the temples as a form of respect. The basic rule is to wear clothing that covers the shoulders, and knees (Participants are advised dress appropriately for this activity (long pants, long-sleeved shirt or scarf to cover shoulders, and closed shoes)
Hotels may impose supplements on the rates in case of special events in the area (e.g. Cricket Supplements) then we will be compelled to inform you of the same in advance to the arrivals.
For 1 Person Single Room, 2 Person Double Room, 3 Person Triple Room - will be provided Respectively.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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