4 Days Essence Of Sri Lanka

AIRPORT > SIGIRIYAMeet & Greet your Professional Guide at Bandaranayake International Airport (CMB)Experience Sri Lanka's renowed spices inside a man made forest where you can get a free 10mins head massage tooThe ancient rock fortress and palace of Sigiriya (aka Lions Rock) is one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. It has also been declared by UNESCO as the 8th Wonder of the world.

Surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens and reservoirs, Sigiriya is steeped in history. From the 5th century BC, the fortress was used as a rock shelter mountain monastery, with caves prepared and donated by devotees to the Buddhist Sangha.

It is thought that the entire complex was built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD) and most of the elaborate constructions on the rock summit date back to this period as well as defensive structures, palaces and gardens. There was even a royal bathing pool on the summit, which still fills with rain water.

An interesting feature of Sigiriya is the Mirror Wall. Made of a kind of porcelain, this wall was originally so well polished that the King could see his reflection as he walked alongside it. Today, the wall is partially covered with verses scribbled by visitors to the rock, some of which date from the 8th century. Similarly, the wall frescoes are clouded in mystery and the subject of many a legend.

Whether you are keen on art and history or not, a visit to Sigirya is a must for all to see the breath-taking views.Prepare to "GET WILD" Shift to a 4WD Jungle Safari Jeep and get into Minneriya National Park to see herds of Elephants and many Wild Animals

SIGIRIYA > DAMBULLA > KANDYStart your day in the morning and experience a Village Life, Experience the beauty of Sri Lanka and the Culture by Riding a Tuk Tuk, Going on a Bullock Cart, Tasting the Traditional Sri Lankan Food, Riding a Catamaron in a Lake and many moreDambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains.There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses. The latter include Vishnu and the Ganesha. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square metres (23,000 sq ft). Depictions on the walls of the caves include the temptation by the demon Mara, and Buddha's first sermon.

Prehistoric Sri Lankans would have lived in these cave complexes before the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka as there are burial sites with human skeletons about 2700 years old in this area, at Ibbankatuwa near the Dambulla cave complexes.Located in Kandy, long a center of the Buddhist faith, the stunning 17th-century Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is believed to house the left upper canine tooth of the Lord Buddha himself. This precious relic attracts white-clad pilgrims, bearing lotus blossoms and frangipani, every day.

In the Central Highlands, almost dead centre in the little island of Sri Lanka lays Kandy City. The crown jewel of the city is the famed Sri Dalada Maligawa, also known as the Temple of the Tooth. ‘Maligawa’ literally translates to palace, and the temple is part of the palace complex. The entire complex is over three centuries old at least, and has seen many a king’s rise and fall. It has seen bloody wars and peaceful reigns and is one of the most historical places still standing in the island.Sri Lanka is one of the largest gem producers of the world and has been known for its specialty gem stones for many centuries now. A gems tour of Sri Lanka will give you an in-depth analysis of the gem field – what kind of gems are available, how it’s made, best places to purchase from and so on. So here’s presenting you the best possible opportunity to get your hands on those lovely colorful semi-precious Ceylon stones that you’ve been eyeing!Experience the Cultural Dance Show in the Evening with hands on fire and all the Sri Lankan Cultural things in a famous stadium

KANDY > NUWARA ELIYAHead towards Nuwara Eliya with beautiful backdrops and waterfall viewsExperience the Central Highlights of Sri Lanka, Stop at a Tea Estate and have the experience on Tea Plucking the visit a Tea Factory to see how Pure Ceylon Tea are prepared with tasting various flavours of Ceylon TeaNuwara Eliya City Tour visiting Gregory Lake, Strawberry Farm and many more

NUWARA ELIYA > AIRPORTHead towards Airport and end the Tour