- Returned International flights included from Australia
- Incredible sightseeing including a scenic boat ride on the Madu River, a tour of Galle Forte, a private guided game drive in Yala National Park, Horton Plains & a tea plantation factory, a tour of Kandy by tuk tuk, a visit to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a private jeep safari of Minneriya National Park, Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Jaffna.
- Comfortable group experience with no more than 25 persons
- Airport transfers included on the first and last day of tour
- Deluxe hotel accommodation in centrally-location.
- Dedicated transportation in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles
- Daily Breakfast Buffet, 11 lunches and 1 dinner
17 DAY SRI LANKA DISCOVERY
Tour Code: AVGLK17
Price From
Deposit AU$100 pp
pp twin/double share
AU$4,399
| Typically | AU$8,850 |
| Land Tour Only | From AU$2,150 |
| Single Traveller | AU$950 |
Asia Vacation Group - Authentic Asia
Day by Day Itinerary
Colombo (1 night), Galle (2 nights), Yala National Park (1 night), Nuwara Eliya (1 night), Kandy (2 nights), Sigiriya (2 nights), Trincomalee (2 night), Jaffna (2 nights), Anuradhapura (2 night)
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Flexible Cancellation |
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4-5 Star hotels accommodation |
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Fully escorted by English-speaking local tour guide |
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Returned International Flights |
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Included Meals |
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: 
Colombo Arrival
Welcome to Sri Lanka!
Upon arrival at the airport you will be met by our local tour guide and transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this vibrant city.
Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Fairway Colombo Hotel 4* or similar
Day 2: Colombo 
Galle
After breakfast, you will head south towards Galle, with a brief Colombo sightseeing tour on the way. Colombo offers a blend of modern Western and Sri Lankan elements, you will drive past some of the commercial capital’s sites including Old Parliament, President’s House, Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face Green, Pettah, ViharamahaDevi Park, and Independence Square. We will also visit the Colombo National Museum. This charming museum takes visitors on a fascinating journey through Sri Lankan history. Housed in a stunning neo-Baroque building, which was specifically constructed by William Henry Gregory, Governor of Ceylon, in 1877, the museum boasts a gleaming white façade. As you make your way through the various rooms, you will encounter exhibits dedicated to each of Sri Lanka’s historical kingdoms. Informational display boards provide intriguing insights, such as the meaning behind the mudras (gestures and poses) depicted in Sri Lanka’s Buddha statues. Then, in Balapitiya, we take a boat trip on the Madu River to visit 64 scattered islands, including Cinnamon Island, where we learn about cinnamon production. Sri Lanka is the world’s largest producer of pure cinnamon. Overnight at hotel in Galle.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Resort Galle 5* or similar
Day 3: Galle
Today set on a tour of the Galle Fort and its Fortifications. This is a city that exudes an essence with a perfect blend of past and present. Declared an UNESCO heritage site in 1988, the presence of Portuguese, Dutch and English is very evident in the fascinating architectural styles of the Galle Fort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Resort Galle 5* or similar
Day 4: Galle Yala National Park
This morning, you will leave for Yala National Park. On arrival, spend your afternoon on a guided game drive exploring the dynamic wildlife and the most luxuriant plant life in Yala National Park. Being one of the largest parks in Sri Lanka, it is the ideal place to sight the rare leopard!
Please note that Yala National Park closes for a period between the months of September and October. During the closure of the Yala national park, we will offer Udawalawe national park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Jetwing Yala Hotel 4* or similar
Day 5: Yala National Park Nuwara Eliya
This morning, enjoy another safari in the Yala National Park by jeep to spot the diverse wildlife which calls the park home. Then, continue the journey to Nuwara Eliya. Often referred to as “Little England”, this genteel highland community does have a rose-tinted, vaguely British-country-village feel to it, with its colonial-era bungalows
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Araliya Red Hotel 4* or similar
Please note: Sections of Yala National Park close due to conservation efforts each year between September and October. The closure dates are advised by the Sri Lankan government 1-2 months prior and differ each year. As Yala National Park is made up of multiple sections, if one section is closed due to conservation works we will visit one of the open sections.
Day 6: Nuwara Eliya Kandy
After breakfast, you will head to Kandy on a famous train journey, said to be one of the most scenic and beautiful in the world. Apart from the breath-taking sceneries of the tea country and picturesque waterfalls, it is a chance for you to mingle with local people. Discover the rich history of Kandy, once known as Senkadagala, during its time as the Hill Capital from 1514-1815 AD. Named a UNESCO heritage site in 1988, Kandy boasts a beautiful lake, historic temples like the Temple of the Tooth Relic, and well-preserved ruins of the royal palaces.
Enjoy some free time upon arrival in Kandy during the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Tourmaline Hotel 4* or similar
Day 7: Kandy
Today, you will explore the beautiful city of Kandy with an included TukTuk and Bazaar tour, followed by a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Relax in the afternoon with a stroll around the picturesque Kandy Lake. In the evening, visit the revered Temple of Tooth, home to a sacred relic of the Buddha and its guardian elephants. End your day with a spectacular Sri Lankan Cultural Performance.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Tourmaline Hotel 4* or similar
Day 8: Kandy Minneriya National Park – Sigiriya
Today, you will leave for Sigiriya and enjoy a jeep safari at Minneriya National Park. Located in the districts of Matale and Polonnaruwa and bordered by the “Mahaweli” and “Amban” rivers, this park stretches an impressive 36,948 hectares. It was declared a National park in 1984, making it the only one in the Central Province. It is a paradise for nature lovers and one of the best places to observe elephants. Continue to Sigiriya for check-in. This evening, enjoy a dinner with some sundowner pre-dinner Arrack (a local cocktail) or something else to suit your tastes with some canapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodation: Sigiriya Jungles 4* or similar
Day 9: Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress Polonnaruwa Sirigiya
In the morning, you will climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress (also known as Lion’s Rock) – an extraordinary artistic complex dating back to 477-498 AD. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has become a global attraction due to its unique architecture. Have your lunch.
In the afternoon, you will take a sightseeing tour of Polonnaruwa, the medieval capital city of Sri Lanka (1017-1235 AD). Polonnaruwa was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 after the fall of Anuradhapura. Return to your hotel and spend your free time at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Sigiriya Jungles 4* or similar
Day 10: Sigiriya Trincomalee
After breakfast, you will begin our drive to Trincomalee, a port city on the northeast coast of Sri Lanka. On the way, we will visit Fort Frederick & Koneswaram Temple. Fort Frederick was built by Portuguese settlers in 1623. It was captured by the Dutch in 1639 and later on by British troops in 1795. Koneswaram Temple is located inside the fort and on top of Swam rock and it is a highly venerated Hindu temple dedicated to God Shiva.
Upon arrival, you will check-in and enjoy an evening at leisure to start exploring Trincomalee – one of Sri Lanka’s coastal gems.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Trinco Blu by Cinnamon 4* or similar
Day 11: Trincomalee City Tour
This morning, en-route on a boat tour to Pigeon Island (approximately a 15 minute boat ride), renowned for its peaceful beach and idyllic snorkelling. Marine wildlife found within Pigeon Island Marine National Park includes; Black Tip Reef Sharks, Green Sea Turtle, Hawksbill Sea Turtle or Olive Ridley Sea Turtle, tropical fish such as cornet fish, parrot fish, angel fish, surgeonfish, titan trigger fish, sweetlips, boxfish, cleaner wrasse, moorish idol, banner fish, snappers, butterfly fish, squids, octopus, cuttlefish, moray eels or lobsters hiding between rocks. Pigeon Island is made up of two charming islands and it is believed to have got its name from the endemic blue rock pigeons that inhabit them. Later in the afternoon, follow your local guide on a city tour of Trincomalee.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Trinco Blu by Cinnamon 4* or similar
Day 12: Trincomalee Jaffna
Today we continue driving north to the Tamil city of Jaffna. This northern, coastal city was inaccessible for years due to the civil war. The drive covers a 230km distance and takes approximately 4 hours.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Jetwing Jaffna Hotel 4* or similar
Day 13: Jaffna City Tour
Today, you will have a half day sightseeing to explore Jaffna with the famous highlights such as: Naga Pooshani Amman Kovil – a colourful ancient Hindu temple complex set amid mature neem trees. The main temple deity is the naga goddess Meenakshi, a consort of Shiva. Women wishing to conceive come here seeking blessings, delivered during the trance-inducing midday puja. Next, visit the beautiful Jaffna Public Library which was lovingly restored after being destroyed during the civil war. You also visit the Hindu Temple of Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, one of the most important temples in Jaffna. Finish off today’s sightseeing like a local enjoying a scoop of ice cream at Jaffna Rio Ice Cream.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Jetwing Jaffna Hotel 4* or similar
Day 14: Jaffna Anuradhapura
Today you will leave Jaffna for the city of Anuradhapura. The drive takes approximately 4hrs and covers 190kms.
Upon arrival you will check in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at Anuradhapura.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Lake Forest Hotel 4* or similar
Day 15: Anuradhapura City Tour
After breakfast, you will have a full-day sightseeing tour to Anuradhapura.
Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka and is known for its well-preserved ruins. The highlight of today will be a visit to the magnificent Anuradhapura ruins. Among the ruins you will see the sacred old Bo Tree, a spiritual reminder of the beginnings of Buddhism in Sri Lanka and the inspiration for Anuradhapura’s great buildings. The ruins themselves are spread over quite a large area, some in woodland settings and others appearing park-like with columns and ponds dotted about. Later on, continue to Mihintale, a mountain peak near Anuradhapura.
Locals believe this site of a meeting point between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa, who instigated Buddhism in Sri Lanka.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Accommodation: Lake Forest Hotel 4* or similar
Day 16: Anuradhapura Negombo Departure
After breakfast, we drive 170km to Negombo for your flight departure back home or travel to your next destination.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: On plane
Day 17: Home Arrival
Today, you will arrive your home and end of your amazing Sri Lanka trip with Asia Vacation Group
What's included
- Returned International flights from Australia.
- 02 water bottles per person per day
- Airport transfers included on the first and last day of tour
- 11 nights accommodation in centrally location
- Dedicated transportation in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles
- Daily Breakfast Buffet, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
- Fully escorted by English-speaking local guides
- In-depth sightseeing and all entry fees as per the itinerar
- Meals and drinks are not mentioned in the program
- Visa fee in Sri Lanka
- Tipping for driver and tour guide (AUD10/per person/day)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance (we strongly recommend you hold a valid travel insurance policy for all domestic and overseas travel)
- Trip delay or interruption by airline schedule change
- Extra cost or missing tour caused by flight delay or cancel
- Any service not clearly mentioned in the program
*Actual accommodation may vary due to availability. However, equivalent quality is guaranteed.
Fine Print
How to book and Payments
Asia Vacation Group cung cấp cho bạn “Kế hoạch thanh toán trả góp” gồm 3 bước, bạn sẽ phải thanh toán một khoản đặt cọc nhỏ sau đó là một loạt các khoản trả góp khi bạn chọn đặt chuyến tham quan khởi hành
- Step 1: You will be required to settle $100pp deposit online through our website link.
- Step 2: You will be required to settle second payment at $1,400 with after 7 days.
- Step 3: Final payment will be collected at 120 days before your travel and you will only pay when you receive our company invoice.
Flexible Cancellation
If you change your mind within 7 days of making your booking online, you can request a refund of your initial deposit payment. Once your purchase date falls outside of the 7-day period, our standard terms and conditions will apply.
Please ensure that any request to cancel your booking is received via email to [email protected], including the reason for cancellation.
Flight Information
This package includes international flights from Sydney/Melbourne and surcharge from Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth or other city if requested when selecting your departure city.
Interstate Surcharge
Surcharge of $400 for departures from Adelaide & Brisbane & and $500 for departures from Perth
In this packages, we will use some different airlines such as: Sri Lanka Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, or similar (20/23kg for checked baggage per passenger and 7kg hand luggage per passenger, 01-piece check-in baggage).
- Some flights will require a minimum of 1 transit (maximum 2).
- All tickets will include 23 kilos checked baggage per person, along with 7 kilos of hand luggage.
- Despite the airlines baggage allowance, we recommend travelling with 20 kilos per person due to restrictions with internal flights (where applicable), as well as coach and train transportation. Also, you will be responsible for handling your luggage at all times as the services of porters is not included. If travelling over this amount, you will be liable for any excess baggage fees enforced by the airline, payable direct.
- Once ticketed, flights are non-refundable. Any changes will be subject to the airline rules, Airline change fees and an Asia Vacation Group change fee of $250 per person.
- Full names as per passport (including all middle names) are required. Any error in the names submitted will be subject to an Asia Vacation Group name change fee of $150 plus any applicable fees charged by the airline, or the ticket may be non-refundable with the purchase of a new ticket required.
- Any airline schedule changes or cancellations are beyond our control. It is important that you, as the customer, stay up-to-date with the latest airline schedule information prior to your departure. If a schedule change results in extended transits or an earlier/later departure from your destination, any additional accommodation or alternative arrangements will be at the traveler’s expense.
- Any airline ‘extras’ such as pre-allocated seating is at your own arrangement (additional charges apply)
- After booking, the price payable may be subject to change as a result of factors beyond the control of Asia Vacation Group. Asia Vacation Group reserves the right to increase the price payable and this will be reflected on the customer’s invoice. Increases may be in relation to, but not limited to, currency fluctuations, airline taxes, airfare increases and fuel surcharges.
- Internal airfares (where applicable and included in the itinerary) will be using a local carrier and may include low-cost carriers without meals or entertainment. Checked baggage will still be included for each passenger. Any additional baggage required is payable at time of check-in.
- If you are travelling with another party on a separate booking, we cannot guarantee that the same flights will be booked for all parties, as this strictly depends on availability.
- You will be responsible for handling your luggage at all times as the services of porters are not included. If travelling over the recommended amount, you will be liable for any excess baggage fees enforced by the airline, payable directly.
- In the event of that you no-show on your scheduled flight, please be aware the airline will require you to pay a no show fee, Airline reissue fee plus any additional airfare and taxes. Asia Vacation Group will also charge a $250 admin fee to assist re accommodating you on the next available flight. Please note that depending on the airline’s policy, purchasing a new ticket may be required.
Flight requests, amendments or preferences
We understand customers may wish to request changes to their included airfares. If you wish to fly with a certain airline, land at a certain time or change your flight in other ways we will gladly provide you with a personalized quote tailored to your specific requirements.
We would be more than happy to provide you with a quote for the following requests:
Airline Preferences – You may wish to fly with a particular airline
Cabin Preferences – These include upgrading to premium economy or business class
Extensions (start and end cities must remain the same) – You may request to extend your stay pre or post tour.
Meal Requests – You may request a specific meal for dietary requirements.
Seat Requests – If you would like to request particular seating. However please note, not all airlines allow the selection of pre-purchased seat arrangements.
Important Information
COVID-19
Do tình hình dịch bệnh COVID nên có thể có sự gián đoạn đối với lịch trình hoạt động tiêu chuẩn của các phần cụ thể trong hành trình này. Nếu một thành phần được thực hiện, một thành phần thay thế sẽ được xác nhận trước khi khởi hành .
Yêu cầu về thể chất
Cần phải có mức độ thể lực hợp lý nhưng điều quan trọng hơn là dành thời gian cho đôi chân của bạn hơn là đi những quãng đường dài. Bạn sẽ lên xuống xe khách và thuyền, đi dạo quanh các điểm tham quan và leo lên một số bậc thang.
Tiền boa
Một lời nhắc nhở thân thiện rằng tiền boa không được bao gồm trong gói của bạn. Xin lưu ý rằng tiền boa cho hướng dẫn viên du lịch, tài xế và nhân viên phục vụ là bắt buộc và sẽ được nhà tư vấn du lịch của bạn thu 7 ngày trước khi bạn khởi hành. Khoản tiền thưởng 10AUD mỗi người/ngày có thể tạo ra sự khác biệt lớn đối với người dân địa phương làm việc trong ngành du lịch vì họ đã hoàn thành công việc hoàn hảo để phục vụ bạn trong suốt kỳ nghỉ của bạn.
Chỗ ở
Chỗ ở được liệt kê có thể thay đổi. Mọi thay đổi sẽ có tiêu chuẩn tương đương hoặc cao hơn. Các loại giường (đôi hoặc đôi) chỉ mang tính chất yêu cầu. Mọi nỗ lực sẽ được thực hiện để đáp ứng sở thích của bạn tuy nhiên mọi thay đổi đều nằm ngoài tầm kiểm soát của chúng tôi.
Bổ sung đơn
Phụ phí đơn là $1,460 mỗi người ngoài giá cổ phiếu đôi.
Khách du lịch một mình theo cặp
Không có sẵn.
Số lượng đoàn: 4-25 khách
Chia sẻ ba lần
Theo yêu cầu của bạn ngoại trừ du lịch trên biển
Bảo hiểm du lịch
Bảo hiểm du lịch được khuyến khích để bảo vệ bạn trước những điều bất ngờ. Ngoài sự hỗ trợ mà chính sách có thể cung cấp, bạn có thể được yêu cầu xuất trình bản sao tài liệu bảo hiểm du lịch của mình khi đi du lịch.
Chúng tôi đã hợp tác với NibTravel Insurance để cung cấp cho khách hàng mức giá cạnh tranh cho bảo hiểm du lịch của họ. Bạn có thể đặt bảo hiểm Toàn diện hoặc Bảo hiểm thiết yếu cho các chuyến đi trong nước, quốc tế hoặc nhiều chuyến đi chỉ với chúng tôi.
Thông tin về Thị thực & Hộ chiếu
Trách nhiệm của khách du lịch là đảm bảo họ có hộ chiếu hợp lệ. Hộ chiếu phải còn hiệu lực tối thiểu 6 tháng kể từ ngày dự định trở về và phải còn nhiều hơn 2 trang trống.
Sri Lanka
Cần có thị thực điện tử để nhập cảnh vào Sri Lanka. Bộ Nhập cư và Di cư đã đưa ra một hệ thống có tên là “Ủy quyền Du lịch Điện tử – ETA” để cấp phép trước cấp thị thực trực tuyến cho công dân nước ngoài đến thăm Sri Lanka. Bạn có thể truy cập http://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/ để mua thị thực trực tuyến.
Visa điện tử chỉ có hiệu lực trong 30 ngày, vì vậy bạn chỉ có thể nộp đơn gần ngày đi du lịch của mình. Vui lòng không nộp đơn xin thị thực cho đến khi bạn có giấy tờ thông hành. Sẽ mất 3 ngày làm việc để được phê duyệt. Chi phí là 50 USD mỗi người.
How to Extend Your Stay
Bạn có thể nâng cao kỳ nghỉ của mình bằng cách đến hoặc khởi hành trước hoặc sau chuyến tham quan. Trong chuyến tham quan này, bạn có thể trả thêm tiền nếu đến sớm hoặc kéo dài chuyến đi.
200 đô la Úc mỗi người cho việc gia hạn chuyến đi hoặc đến sớm. Đây chỉ là hành chính, không bao gồm dịch vụ.
Dates & Prices
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01 Dec 2023
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AU$4,999
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AU$4,799
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26 May 2024
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28 Jul 2024
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11 Aug 2024
AU$4,899
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09 Aug 2024
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25 Aug 2024
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08 Sep 2024
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22 Sep 2024
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20 Oct 2024
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18 Oct 2024
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03 Nov 2024
AU$4,499
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