The Grand Ceylon Experience with Esala Perahera (15 Days)

15 Days
  • 2 or more
  • Negombo
  • Negombo
  • VIP Luxury Car, KDH Van or Mini Coach
  • Full Board (Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner provided)
  • 4-5 star & Heritage hotels

Overview

Experience the ultimate Sri Lankan adventure crowned by Asia’s most spectacular cultural pageant.

This exclusive 15-day itinerary blends adrenaline-pumping exploration with an elite, front-row seat to the legendary Kandy Esala Perahera. Trek through rugged central hills, venture deep into the wilderness of Yala, and unwind on pristine beaches with thrilling whale-watching expeditions.

As a premier highlight for our M&H Travelogue guests, this limited-edition package features complimentary VIP entrance tickets to the Kandy Perahera, ensuring unobstructed views of the majestic nightly processions. Enjoy total peace of mind with all meals completely included throughout your entire journey.

Don’t miss out: Bookings strictly close on 03rd August. Secure your ultimate adventure and cultural encounter today!

Highlights

  • Relax by the golden beaches, explore lively fish markets, and visit historic churches.
  • Discover the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree and impressive ancient stupas of Sri Lanka’s first capital.
  • Walk through UNESCO-listed ruins of the 12th-century garden city and explore Parakrama Samudra Lake.
  • Witness herds of wild elephants in their natural habitat at Minneriya National Park.
  • Experience the charm of the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
  • Marvel at Sri Lanka’s largest cave temple filled with stunning Buddha statues and murals.
  • Climb the iconic Lion Rock Fortress with its frescoes, gardens, and panoramic views.
  • Visit the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic, enjoy a cultural dance show, and stroll by Kandy Lake.
  • Explore tea plantations, Gregory Park, and colonial landmarks in “Little England.”
  • Take a scenic train ride, visit Nine Arch Bridge, and enjoy breathtaking views from Ella Gap.
  • Go on an exhilarating jeep safari to spot leopards and elephants in Yala National Park.
  • Relax by pristine beaches, visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Matara, and go whale watching.
  • Explore the cobbled streets and ramparts of UNESCO-listed Galle Fort.
  • Cruise along the Madu River, enjoy water sports, and visit a turtle hatchery.
  • Discover the capital’s highlights including Lotus Tower, Galle Face Green, and the National Museum before a farewell dinner.
  • Witness the spectacular evening parade featuring beautifully adorned elephants, torch-bearers, and thousands of traditional dancers.
  • Find your free street-side vantage point early for the final, most grand night of the Perahera festival.
  • Marvel at the majestic tusker elephant carrying the golden casket replica amidst a sea of lights and music.

Tour Notes

  • Above itineraries/tour plans are subject to undergo modifications & revisions without further notice.
  • All itineraries are prepared for late-night flight arrivals.
  • Changes to above itineraries including additional days, destinations, excursions can be included at a cost.
  • Rooms allocated will be ‘Standard Rooms’. Please contact us to upgrade rooms at a cost.
  • Group Tour Dates – According to your convenience: If you have a group of 2 Adults or more, our ‘Bucket-List Group Tour’ is ideal for an unforgettable holiday experience in Sri Lanka. Tour dates (during August 2018 – April 2019) can be discussed and arranged according to your convenience.
  • Customised Tour Itineraries: Please contact us to customize the tour itinerary according to your preferences such as change of attractions or destinations, Hotel categories, reduce/increase the number of days etc. We are happy to provide you with tailor-made tour plans to cater to your requirements.
  • Transport – Airport & Hotel Transfers: Air-Conditioned Private Vehicle driven by an English-speaking Chauffeur Guide. All Safari tours are done by special Safari Jeeps (non-A/C) modified for easy wildlife viewing.
  • Travel Insurance (mandatory requirement): All passengers travelling in this tour packages must obtain and maintain a comprehensive, suitable, and valid ‘Travel Insurance’ during tour period, to cover all Travel related incidents including (but not limited to) loss of personal valuables, flight misses, sicknesses, injuries, risks to you & third parties and public liabilities.
  • Passenger Fitness: Passengers travelling in above tour packages must be medically fit and healthy to participate in the tour. Some hotels require walking & climbing steps to reach rooms and hotel facilities. Most of the sights & attractions will be accessed by foot and climbing steps & walking on uneven ground is involved. Some sights include climbing many steep stairs/steps and reaching heights – and Passengers can choose not to visit these sights, as they are optional. Wildlife Safari Tours are done in rough jungle terrain and bumpy roads. Inside the Wildlife park roads are rough, dusty, and muddy during the rainy season with many pit holes. Passengers who are 70 and over may be required to obtain a doctor’s clearance before Travelling.
  • Extra Nights accommodation at Nuwara Eliya / Kandy / Southern Beach / Colombo: Extra night/s accommodation can be arranged, additional costs will apply. Please contact us for details.
  • Terms & Conditions: Above tours, tour bookings and purchasing of above tours are subject to our (M & H Travelogue) ‘Tour Booking Terms & Conditions’. Booking and purchasing of this tour is considered as you have agreed to our Tour Booking Terms and Conditions.

Conditions

  • Upon submission of your booking details, we will proceed with the booking process.
  • A 40% deposit is required at the time of booking.
  • A booking confirmation will be sent to you within 48 hours of payment receipt.
  • The remaining 60% of the payment is due 30 days prior to the commencement of the tour.
  • Once booking is confirmed, you may proceed with the visa application process.

Cancellation Policy

  • All orders are non-refundable.
  • No refund will be issued for cancellations made within 30 days of the tour start date.
  • No refund will be issued for No-shows.
     

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The Grand Ceylon Experience with Esala Perahera (15 Days)