7-day fantasy trip to Sri Lanka: Exploring Lion Rock·Polonnaruwa·Ancient City·Tea Picking Experience

Route Overview: Anuradhapura → Habarana → Lion Rock → Sigiriya → Polonnaruwa → Minneriya → Habarana → Matale → Kandy → Colombo

★ [Private Service] They are all tour guides who have worked in Sri Lanka for many years and can speak Chinese.

Package type: 7 days and 6 nights/person

When the world-famous explorer Marco Polo set foot in Sri Lanka for the first time, he was attracted by the beautiful scenery and mysterious culture. He exclaimed: "This is the most beautiful island in the world!"

In 2019, "Lonely Planet" selected the top ten best tourist countries, and Sri Lanka won the championship.

The profound historical and cultural heritage, rich wildlife and natural ecology, the well-known and mellow Ceylon black tea, the simple smiles of the local residents, the delicious food that amazes the taste buds, and the comfortable accommodation with a resort atmosphere all make this place special. This turquoise island nation in the Indian Ocean is full of charm, just waiting to be explored in depth.

Attraction Description

世界遗产｜自然生态 World Heritage

The most beautiful island in Marco Polo's eyes

Sri Lanka’s “Palace in the Sky”

狮子岩｜Sigiriya

Climb the Lion Rock and admire the ruins of the old palace and the painted murals in its caves.

Footprints of the Holy Buddha

波隆纳鲁沃｜Polonnaruwa

Visit the palace ruins and huge stone statue of Buddha in Polonnaruwa, the second largest ancient capital.

The prototype of the sea train in "The Hidden Girl"

浪漫滨海列车｜Train Tour

The Coastal Train, located in the southwest coastal section of Sri Lanka, is one of the most beautiful and well-known train routes in the area. You can enjoy the coastal scenery and experience the local culture.

A retro and unique railway experience

高山茶园火车｜Train Tour

The original transportation train travels among the mountains and forests and tea gardens where the fragrance of tea floats. The sound of the train and the clouds and mist passing by from time to time, the poetic scenery makes you feel like you are in a European-like summer resort.

Historical Witnesses of the Age of Discovery

加勒｜Galle

Selected in 1988

Feel the exotic customs of Portuguese colonialism

Ceylon State Guest - Buddha Tooth Relic

Golden Temples and Cave Temples

肯迪佛牙寺｜Tooth Relic Temple

丹布拉｜Dambulla

Selected in 1988

The site of the tooth of Buddha Sakyamuni in the ancient mountain city

Selected in 1991

The largest and oldest group of murals in the world

Visit the mangrove ecology

马渡河生态游船｜Boat Tour

Exploring the rich ecology of the mangroves, in addition to admiring the riverside scenery along the way, you can also discover many local endemic flora and fauna, and have the opportunity to see the local residents' skill at fishing for crabs.

Get to know the cute little turtles

海龟抚育中心｜Turtle Hatchery

There are several species of sea turtles at the Turtle Breeding Center. The baby turtles hatched on the artificial beach of the nursery center will be placed in a pool for three days to adapt to the water before being released into the sea.

A treasure trove of natural ecology

雅拉国家公园｜Yala National Park

It‘s famous for its rich variety of wild animals. Tourists take jeeps through the jungle to look for animal traces and enjoy primitive and exciting jungle adventure activities.

The coolest way to fish in the world

高跷立钓｜Stilt Fishing

The traditional fishing method involves wooden poles standing on the living surface covered with rocks. The special scene of fishermen sitting on the wooden poles stuck in the sea and fishing is unique in the world.

Spices are not only used in cooking, but can also be refined into many peripheral products, such as massage creams, essential oils, drinks, etc. It is a victory that people who love cooking and beauty lovers cannot miss in Sri Lanka.

香料园｜Spice Garden

Special species of tropical island countries

特殊体验｜Special Experience

推荐景点｜Hot Spot

Itinerary Description

After getting off the plane, take a comfortable air-conditioned car to your hotel

Check into Katunayake Garden Hotel - Four Stars

The store is located near Colombo International Airport in Sri Lanka. The hotel offers luxurious rooms and suites, each equipped with modern amenities to provide great comfort for your stay.

Anuradhapura

Habarana

【Visit Anuradhapura】

Jaya Sri MahaBodhi It is the southern branch of the Mahabodhi in the history of Buddhagaya, India. It was under this Bodhi that the Buddha achieved enlightenment. Viewing Ruwanwelisaya from the observation deck - the huge pagoda is painted bright white, is very shocking.

【Jetavana Rama】

It’s one of the tallest brick monuments in the world and contains sacred artifacts including gold folios containing Buddhist scriptures, coins, ceramics and other artifacts.

【Tupalamaya】

Mirissa Vetiya&Two Ponds&Moonstone&Isulumnia Stone Temple

Anuradhapura

Sigiriya

Dambulla

【Sigiriya】

Lion Rock is a "UNESCO World Heritage" and a 5th-century "Sky Fortress". Lion Rock is an exceptionally beautiful castle located 200 meters above sea level and a few meters away from the jungle. On the top of its hill are the foundations of the Royal Palace, the cistern for water supply and all other buildings as well as the edge of the guardhouse. On one of the staircases, the only known ancient work of Sinhalese secular painting survives in the form of a mural of 21 life-size maidens, still shining with their original colors. The water garden, fountain garden, summer house, boulder garden and cave in the enclosed area are not to be missed.

【Polonnaruwa】

After breakfast, depart for the ancient Brahmin city of Polnnnaruwa to sightsee the monuments built by the Cholas, the monumental ruins of the fabulous garden city created by the Cholas.

【Five-star accommodation at Cinnamon Inn in Habarana】

Nestled in the picturesque Habarana region of Sri Lanka is a charming accommodation option. This hotel offers comfortable rooms and villas, each filled with local character and style.

Habarana

Polonnaruwa

Mineriya

【Visit Dambulla Caves Temple】

Built in the 1st century BC, it is now a World Heritage Site. It is the most impressive cave temple in Sri Lanka. It contains more than 150 Buddha statues, the largest of which is the huge Buddha statue Daibutsu Iwa, which spans 14 meters.

【Aruvihale Rock Temple】

After lunch, take a jeep to explore Minneriya National Park.

【Mineriya】

Depart after breakfast. The sacred Buddhist temple of the 3rd century BC is the historical location where the Bali Canon was first fully recorded in written form on the Aura Leaf.

【Head to Matale after dining at the Spice Garden】

【Kandy City】

【After dinner, stay overnight at Kandy Golden Crown five-star hotel】

After a delicious dinner, you will enjoy a luxurious night at the five-star Golden Crown Hotel in Kandy. Nestled in Sri Lanka's Kandy region, surrounded by mountains and lush tea plantations, this hotel offers an extremely charming setting.

【Colombo 】

After breakfast, proceed to Colombo and visit Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya Temple. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Colombo.

【Gangaramaya Temple. Gangaramaya】

The architecture of the temple is a fusion of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian and Indian styles.

Then drive through the city's busy commercial district and tree-lined residential areas, Cinnamon Gardens, fortresses, former British administrative centers and military fortresses.

The Goldsmiths' Quarter is located in the Pettah, Bazaar district, where there is also a Hindu temple with fine stone carvings and the Dutch church Wolfendhal, which dates back to 1749. Also visit BMICH to see the replica of Avukana Buddha and Independence Square.

【Dine and stay at Forest Lake Hotel Anuradhapura】

Located in the breathtaking Anuradhapura region of Sri Lanka, it is considered the ultimate blend of nature and luxury. Surrounded by stunning greenery, surrounded by azure lakes and set against a backdrop of lush jungle, this hotel offers a peaceful and pleasant getaway.

Habarana

【Dine at a local restaurant in Sigiriya - Lunch】

Habarana

Polonnaruwa is Sri Lanka's unforgettable cultural treasure trove with breathtaking sights. Your day trip will include a visit to the Rock Temples, ancient temples carved into massive rocks that are treasures of Buddhism and art. Next, you'll visit the Round Buddha House, a religious shrine widely considered to be one of the oldest brick buildings in the world.

Stroll by the lotus pond and admire the blooming lotuses before heading to Sandakadapana, a spectacular ancient Buddhist temple with superb architecture and murals. After the tour, you will enjoy a delicious lunch at a restaurant in Polonnaruwa and taste local Sri Lankan cuisine. This day will bring you an unforgettable cultural and gastronomic experience.

Habarana

Kandy

Matale

Check in at the hotel, watch a traditional Sri Lankan cultural dance performance in Kandy City at 5pm, and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic at 6.30pm. Kandy is the capital of hills. The temple was built in the 16th century AD. It is adjacent to the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy and overlooks the vast Kandy Lake. It is the most respected site in the country.

Kandy

Colombo

【Colombo shopping 】

View Lak Arcade/ODEL/Arcade Independence/Plaza/Racecourse.

Colombo

Airport

【Meal 】

After dinner, transfer to the airport to end your wonderful trip to Sri Lanka.

Fee included

• Full board accommodation starts with breakfast on the second day and ends with dinner on the sixth day.

• Transport in an air-conditioned luxury coach.

• There is a professional English-speaking guide service throughout the entire trip.

• Foreign leader's single room FOC, mineral water per person per day.

• discount shopping coupons

• Spice Garden Head Massage

Not included

• The admission ticket mentioned in the itinerary.

• Photos and videos are allowed at all locations.

• drinks

• Visa verification for Sri Lanka

• Tips for drivers, tour guides and porters.

• All extras like minibar, laundry etc.