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Heritage Sri Lanka

Heritage Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka with its nearly 3000 years of history holds some of world’s ancient cities including Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Digamadulla. Remnants of these once glorious cities, their palaces, temples, monasteries, hospitals and theaters intricately carved and mo...

Heritage Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka with its nearly 3000 years of history holds some of world’s ancient cities including Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Digamadulla. Remnants of these once glorious cities, their palaces, temples, monasteries, hospitals and theaters intricately carved and modeled out of stone lay abandoned amidst the soaring mountains.

Of all the ancient sites the most famed and most exquisite is the Kingdom of Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka’s third and the longest serving capital and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world is also one of the most sacred cities of World Buddhists. It was the capital of Sri Lanka from the Fourth Century BC up to the turn of the eleventh Century and was one of the most stable and durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia. However the city itself is much older than the Kingdom of Anuradhapura and according to archeological evidence could have originated as far as tenth century BC. Anuradhapura was abandoned due to the due to repeated South Indian Invasions and was eventually forgotten with time until it was rediscovered in the early 19 th century.

Polonnaruwa, the second most ancient kingdom of the country was first made the political center of the country in the ninth century BC. Irrigation systems that are far superior to those of the Anuradhapura Age were constructed in Polonnaruwa kingdom, and still provide irrigation water to the farmers in and around Polonnaruwa. Yet the kingdom’s glory was short-lived and a South Indian invasion pushed the political centre towards the centre of the country by the eleventh century. Today the ancient city of Polonnaruwa remains one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country, a testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdom's first rulers.

Digamadulla, the Eastern kingdom of Sri Lanka was the agricultural and spiritual capital of the country during the Anuradhapura kingdom. Ruled by a viceroy of the Anuradhapura king Digamadulla was a prosperous province with grand palace, monasteries and temples at every juncture. Having received lesser attention of archaeologists compared to Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa many a great creations of ancient Digamadulla had been lost to time, war and plunder while many more silently awaits in the midst of the forests covering the lands of Eastern Sri Lanka.

Negombo / Airport

A photographer’s paradise – from gaudy, chaotic festivals erupting on the streets, to the bleached, beached and beautiful Oruva outrigger canoe catamarans. It’s hard to believe these driftwood sculptures have been braving the breakers for centuries but, if you’re up early, you’ll spot them ...

A photographer’s paradise – from gaudy, chaotic festivals erupting on the streets, to the bleached, beached and beautiful Oruva outrigger canoe catamarans. It’s hard to believe these driftwood sculptures have been braving the breakers for centuries but, if you’re up early, you’ll spot them delivering their catch. And this is really what keeps Negombo’s heart beating, the exchange of fish at dawn markets such as Lellama, with its pipe-smoking fisherwomen. Just north of the airport, Negombo is equally cursed and blessed. The proliferation of hotels along the beach strip behind Lewis Place are often only used as an overnight stopping point with complaints that both beach and town are seedier than other parts of this ideal island.

But you don’t have to cast far to reel in delight after sumptuous delight on Sri Lanka’s largely uncharted northwest coast. A cruise inland, through Andalankawa – “moon of Sri Lanka”, takes you through the idyllic rice paddy and coconut plantation landscape chosen by locals as a wedding backdrop. Another handy bit of tackle is a hired bike which allows you to dissolve into the tiny warren of streets along the extensive network of canals. Built by the Dutch to transport spices and gems from the luscious interior, they can lead you back to old-world life and unexpected treasures.
If you were seriously energetic, you could follow the canals 130 kilometers north, past Puttalam, and go kite-surfing to cool off. An old Portuguese port on a long spit of a peninsula, Kalapitiya is fast becoming a destination. Here you can watch dolphins and whales an hour from the coast. Past the prawn farms, the clever kids of Colombo play on perfect, pink sandy beaches, swimming in water, warm as tea, clear as gin. No need to fish here – the compliments come easy.

Cooking Class Colombo

One of the best parts of travelling and learning about new cultures is trying the local food. And, for those who like to cook, discovering how to make it! Cooking Class Colombo with the Local Market Tour is the first ever Complete hands-on Sri Lankan gastronomic experience .

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One of the best parts of travelling and learning about new cultures is trying the local food. And, for those who like to cook, discovering how to make it! Cooking Class Colombo with the Local Market Tour is the first ever Complete hands-on Sri Lankan gastronomic experience .

It offers a hands-on insight into eating and drinking as locals do, combining market tour and sit down meal together. Our cooking class starts by exploring the local market where you will get to know how to select world-renowned Sri Lankan spices and ingredients by their smell, feel and appearance. In the traditional market, you will have a great opportunity of seeing and experiencing the real Sri Lankan culture and lifestyle.

Next, Back to our spacious and beautiful Sri Lankan kitchen. With the guidance of your instructor, transform your market selections into superb dishes and receive tips on how to master your skills with spices. Hear about the origin of traditional Sri Lankan dishes as you cook together, Now it's time to enjoy your beautiful creation in a friendly and convivial atmosphere.

Nearly every culture has its own food and its own customs associated with it, the customs and terminology that accompany eating in Sri Lanka are passed down through generations as an Oral tradition. continue chatting on hidden secrets of Sri Lankan gastronomy.

After successful half day exploring secrets of Sri Lankan gastronomy at its finest, head back to your hotel to end your tour.

Come to Cooking Class Colombo, unlock the secrets of Sri Lankan gastronomy at its finest in our open, airy and beautiful Sri Lankan kitchen.

* Hands-on Cooking Experience with a Certified Foodie
* Guided Local Market Tour to Pick up the ingredients
* Sit-Down Lunch/Dinner Together with a Local Beer
* Recipes to bring home to share with friends & family
* Immersive Look into the Sri Lankan Food Culture & History

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$390 Per Day

Sri Lanka Classic Rounder

Located at the southern tip of India, this island nation surrounded by the warm blue waters of the Indian Ocean has it all
By taking one of our holidays, you will be able to experience.
Extremely friendly, hospitable and easygoing people.
Stay at authentic hotels and experience our unique itineraries
A rich, vibrant and colorful history dating back over 2500 years!
Ruined cities, palaces, temples, fortresses, royal pleasure gardens and ancient dagobas second only to the great pyramids of Egypt.
Beautiful lakes, magnificent waterfalls, historic canals, flat and wild rivers, calm and quiet lagoons and marshes.
An abundance of animal life with our own sub-species of elephant, with many birds, butterflies amphibians and plants unique to this island.
An island with some of the most beautiful beaches, bays and underwater attractions you could find in the world.

** I can accommodate groups of up to 86 travelers.
Please inquire before booking if your group is larger than 6.

All the pictures made by me on my tours

$300 Per Day

Sri Lanka Tours & Travel

Sri Lanka is a small island off the coast of Southern India. Despite being a part of the Indian subcontinent, it has developed its own culture and customs over a period of more than two and a half millennia. Sri Lanka, previously known as Ceylon, has long been known as a tropical paradise destination that leaves all visitors wanting to come back to its shores.

Touring Sri Lanka is easy when you leave all the arrangements to Holiday Lanka Tours. Our guides and chauffeurs have an impressive knowledge of all aspects of this incredible country. They know which places you will find fascinating, according to your special interest, and they appreciate that the decision is yours on what you want to do. We can arrange exclusive tours by car for one or two passengers, or for a family or group of friends by passenger van to discover the best of Sri Lanka. Our guides are enthusiastic and experienced in looking after foreign guests. They speak English as well as other languages and are happy to introduce you to local etiquette and customs. You can confidently leave everything to us so your tour is enjoyable and rewarding, giving you a memorable insight into Sri Lanka.

$350 Per Day

Sri Lanka 15 Days / 14 Nights

TOTAL COST  - USD 690 for 02 pax) 

Includes:

Ø  English speaking Chauffeur

Ø  All Parking,taxes and fuel charges etc

Ø  Driver's allowances and all other expenses related to the Car

Ø  Insurance

Ø  Surface transportation by air-conditioned luxury Car

Ø  All government taxes and service charges

Ø  Airport pick up and airport drop off

Does NOT Include in the tour cost

Ø  Accommodation, Entrance fees to all sites, meals & drinks,personal expenses,tips & gratuities, and optional activity costs Eg : Bicycle rent, Jeep safaris, Whale watching, Elephant ride, Water sports etc…..                                 

Free Entrance

Ø  Negombo Fish Market

Ø  Tea Factory

Ø  Spice Garden

Ø  Ella Rock

Ø  LittleAdem Peak

Ø  Water Falls

Ø  City Tours

Ø  Galle Fort

Ø  Lipton Seat

Ø  Wood Carving Factory

Ø  Dambulla Rock Temple

Optional activiy fee & entrance fees pay by separately (does not include tour cost) Cost per perso

Activites

Cost

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

20 USD

Sigiriya

30 USD

Elephant Back Ride

25 USD

Royal Botanical Garden

10 USD

Cultural Show

08 USD

Temple of Sacred Tooth

12 USD

Madu Ganga Boat Ride

20 USD

Turtle Hatchery

05 USD

Yala Safari

22 USD

Whale watching

30 USD

Payment Policy

Payment methods are given below –

We require deposit free reservation for your transportation. We don’t need your payment before your arrival. Full payment can be sattle after your arrival.