LILY HOLIDAY TOUR

Day 01

Airport to Trincomalee

Our official representative meets and welcomes you at the Airport and proceeds to Trincomalee. Trincomalee is a beautiful city based in the eastern side of Sri Lanka. And is the fifth largest natural harbour in the world. The city is built on a peninsula, which divides the inner and outer harbours and is rated as one of the finest of its kind in the world and attracted great sea farers like Marco Polo, Ptolemy and Sea Traders China and East Asia from the ancient times. Historically referred to as Gokanna or Gokarna it has been a sea port that has played a major role in maritime and international trading history of Sri Lanka. It is one of the main centers of Tamil speaking culture on the island. The long and wide beaches here offer surfing, scuba diving and fishing and whale watching. This sea town is home to the Thirukonesvaram Kovil, which is one of the oldest Hindu temples in Sri Lanka. There are many things to do and see in town and the views across the three main bays tend to be picturesque.

Overnight in Trincomalee

Day 02

Sigiriya

After Breakfast proceeds to Sigiriya. Sigiriya have been nominated as UNESCO World Heritage Site and once Sigiriya was nominated as the 8th Wonder of the world. The ancient city of Sigiriya is a premier Eco tourism destination in Sri Lanka. It is also proposed that the site should be named the eighth wonder of the world, indicating it is in the same league as other international wonders such as the Grand Canyon and Ancient Pyramids. Translated as ‘Lion Rock' into English, the name of the monument indicates the way in which visitors used to begin their final ascent to the top – through the open jaws and throat (‘giriya') of a lion (‘sinha'). Unfortunately, the only remains of this lion figure are the gigantic paws, sculpted into the side of the rock. We can see surround in Sigiriya area, Dambulla Cave temple, Batik Factory, and we can do Village tour and Elephant Back Safari.

Overnight in Sigiriya

Day 03

Kandy

Today we proceed to Kandy. Kandy is one of the most beautiful cities of Sri Lanka that is known for its scenic beauty and rich cultural value. Spread over an area of around 1940 square kilometers, it is counted amongst the world heritage sites of UNESCO. The city promises a number of tourist attractions that include the Old Royal Palace and the famous Temple of Tooth. The latter consists of the sacred relic of Buddha’s tooth because of which Kandy is regarded as one of the most sacred places by Buddhists. Other holy spots include the Gadaladeniya Temple and the Lankathilake Temple. Kandy offers an exciting shopping experience with souvenirs ranging from precious stones and handmade laces to stone and wooden carvings. If you visit the city in the month of August, you can get a taste of Kandy Esala Perehera, an annual ritual of the Sacred Tooth Temple. Thus, your vacation can be an enriching and cultural uplifting one if you choose this sacred and beautiful city.

Overnight in Kandy

Day 04

Bentota | Hikkaduwa

Bentota is a tourist attraction, with a local airport (Bentota River) and a handful and world-class hotels. It is a destination for watersports. Bentota also delivers an ancient art of healing called Ayurveda. Bentota is famous for its toddy production, an alcoholic beverage made out of coconut nectar. It also has a turtle hatchery, located on Induruwa beach and we can do amazing Eco Safari in Madu River.
After lunch we proceed to Hikkaduwa. Hikkaduwa has been a firm fixture on the Sri Lankan tourist map since the 1970s, and this long exposure to tourism has left it a little worse for wear. A kilometre-long strip of guesthouses, shops and restaurants lines the beach, which is quite badly eroded in its northern stretch. The busy Colombo–Galle Rd, with its crazy high-speed bus drivers, runs right through the middle of Hikkaduwa, which can make stepping outside of your guesthouse as deadly as a game of Russian roulette!

Overnight in Hikkaduwa

Day 05

Unawatuna | Mirissa

With palm-lined beaches, turquoise waters and a good selection of guesthouses and restaurants, Unawatuna is very popular with travellers. The resort's location is superb, with the historic city of Galle just 6km away and a wooded headland to the west dotted with tiny coves.
Mirissa is one of the main beach destinations in southern Sri Lanka. The area has it all, beautiful beaches, surf waves, whale watching and great bars and restaurants. Mirissa is developing quickly over the last couple of years so it’s also getting more crowded. There are still enough spots where you can enjoy a fresh coconut from your hammock seeing the sunset.

Overnight in Mirissa

Day 06

Tangalle

The palm fringed bay and picturesque coves of Tangalle are a natural treasure. This is a lazy town littered with gentle reminders of the Dutch days of the 18th century and beautiful villas looking out over the shimmering sands of Seenimodera. Located 195 kilometres form the beautiful capital of Colombo and 35km east of Matara, is a pleasant fishing port situated on one of the finest and largest bays in the island, which is protected from the ocean by an enclosing reef. Exhibiting fine beaches which are good for swimming and more than reasonable for diving, Tangalle is a popular beach destination on the south coast. It is believed that the name is derived from ran-gala or golden rock, from a legend that tells of a time when a holy man once partook of a meal there, and the rock was turned to gold whilst further research also reveals that it means the “projecting rock”, because long ago the town was protected from the ocean by a long rocky slab that projected into the sea across the mouth of the bay.

Overnight in Tangalle

Day 07

Colombo

Today we will take you on an extensive tour of the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. The very modern and vibrant city of Colombo is full of hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. From buildings and sites heavily influenced by Dutch and English architecture to historic temples that offer tranquility and peace of mind within the hustle and bustle of the city. Indulge in a very unique shopping experience at Pettah market where you can find just about anything at bargain prices or enjoy fine international cuisine at one of the many restaurants. The city of Colombo comes alive in the night with so much to see and do, your stay in Colombo will be full of adventure and excitement.

Overnight in Colombo