Lanka Express + Elephant Breakfast and Pidurangala (2 days)

Description

Embark on an intense two-day journey through some of Sri Lanka's most beautiful places. This tour combines natural wonders, atmospheric towns, tea plantations and the unique experience of breakfasting next to elephants. In two days you will see the island's famous mountainous landscapes, ride the legendary train amongst tea plantations and visit ancient sacred sites.

Day 1

• Ravana waterfall
  One of the most beautiful natural attractions of the island. The waterfall is surrounded by dense jungle and is associated with the ancient legends of Sri Lanka.
• Nine Arch Bridge
  The famous railroad bridge amidst tea plantations. One of the most photogenic places in the country.
• Little Adam's Peak
  Easy climb to a panoramic point with stunning views of mountain valleys and tea plantations.
• Breakfast with a view of the mountains
  A short stop for rest and breakfast in a picturesque location.
• A train among the tea plantations
  Ride the famous Lankan train, one of the most beautiful train routes in the world.
• Nuwara Eliya
  A mountain town known as «little England». Here you will see colonial architecture and an atmospheric old post office.
• Lunch
  Tea factory and tea plantations
  You'll learn how one of the best teas in the world is grown and produced, and you'll be able to taste different varieties.
• Ambuluwawa
  A unique pagoda tower on top of a mountain with incredible panoramic views of the surrounding valleys.
• Dinner
• Overnight stay
  Accommodation at the cozy Elephant Bay Hotel with swimming pool and river view.
  In the morning, elephants from the Pinnawala Nursery come here to bathe - an incredible sight to watch right from the hotel's terrace.

Day 2

• Breakfast with elephants
  Breakfast on the terrace of the hotel where the elephants approach. You will have the opportunity to feed them fruit and take unique photos.
• Pinnawala Elephant Nursery (optional)
  A visit to the famous nursery where you can see elephants feeding and bathing and take photos alongside them.
• Dambulla Golden Temple
  One of the country's most famous Buddhist temple complexes, carved into the rock and decorated with ancient murals and Buddha statues.
• Monkey feeding
  A short stop where you can feed the monkeys and take interesting photos if possible.
• Lunch
• Climbing Pidurangala
  Pidurangala is a picturesque cliff with stunning views of Sigiriya
• Return to the hotel
  Return to the coast in the late afternoon. The exact time depends on your location.

Included:

• Transfers from and to the hotel (departure from the southwest and east coast )
• All transfers on the program
• English speaking guide
• All entrance tickets according to the program
• Overnight stay at Elephant Bay Hotel
• Meals: Dinner and breakfast

Not included:

• Cafe Lunches ( 5-10$ )
• Souvenirs
• At single occupancy in the room surcharge +25$
• Tea
• Ticket to elephant nursery and elephant bathing (optional)

Take with you:

• Breakfast to go (order at your hotel)
• Water
• Headdress
• Sunscreen
• Money for personal expenses