Sri Lanka & Kerala Group Tour

Sri Lanka & Kerala Group Tour

07 Minimum

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Packages Available

Group Size

Duration

Duration

14 nights - 15 days

14 nights - 15 days

24 Nov - 08 Dec '24

24 Nov - 08 Dec '24

Cost of Tour

Cost of Tour

$3,475 pps / 07 -09 pax

$3,300 pps / 10 - 12 pax

$3,275 pps / 13 - 15 pax

$3,475 pps / 07 -09 pax

$3,300 pps / 10 - 12 pax

$3,275 pps / 13 - 15 pax



Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Join us on an unforgettable journey through stunning landscapes and cultural destinations in Sri Lanka and Kerala.

Immerse yourself in the culture, with opportunities to meet locals, try new foods, and learn about the history and traditions of each destination. Our experienced guides will lead you at all the relevant sites, sharing their knowledge and passion for travel. We offer a range of activities to suit you, the traveler.


Our accommodations are carefully selected for comfort and convenience.


At every step of the journey, we prioritise sustainability and responsible tourism.


The tour routing is as follows:

Habarana 03 nights | Kandy 02 nights | Galle 02 nights | Cochin 01 night | Karimannur 02 nights | Houseboat 01 night | Kovalam 03 nights



Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Join us on an unforgettable journey through stunning landscapes and cultural destinations in Sri Lanka and Kerala.

Immerse yourself in the culture, with opportunities to meet locals, try new foods, and learn about the history and traditions of each destination. Our experienced guides will lead you at all the relevant sites, sharing their knowledge and passion for travel. We offer a range of activities to suit you, the traveler.


Our accommodations are carefully selected for comfort and convenience.


At every step of the journey, we prioritise sustainability and responsible tourism.


The tour routing is as follows:

Habarana 03 nights | Kandy 02 nights | Galle 02 nights | Cochin 01 night | Karimannur 02 nights | Houseboat 01 night | Kovalam 03 nights

Included

  • Daily Buffet Breakfast at all the hotels mentioned above. 

  • 14 Nights’ accommodation on a twin share basis as per hotels mentioned above. 

  • Full board at Dewalokam Homestay, Houseboat and at Niramaya Surya Samudra. 

  • All transportation and transfers by an exclusive chauffeur-driven air-conditioned Mini Coach (07-12 pax)/ Large Coach (13-15pax) in India and AC coaches in Sri Lanka. 

  • Meet & Greet services in all major cities to be visited. 

  • All entrances to monuments (Single Visit) during sightseeing as per itinerary.

  • Service of an English-speaking Accompanying guide for all sightseeing in Sri Lanka. 

  • Service of an English-speaking local guide for all sightseeing in India. 

  • All local taxes.

  • Daily Buffet Breakfast at all the hotels mentioned above. 

  • 14 Nights’ accommodation on a twin share basis as per hotels mentioned above. 

  • Full board at Dewalokam Homestay, Houseboat and at Niramaya Surya Samudra. 

  • All transportation and transfers by an exclusive chauffeur-driven air-conditioned Mini Coach (07-12 pax)/ Large Coach (13-15pax) in India and AC coaches in Sri Lanka. 

  • Meet & Greet services in all major cities to be visited. 

  • All entrances to monuments (Single Visit) during sightseeing as per itinerary.

  • Service of an English-speaking Accompanying guide for all sightseeing in Sri Lanka. 

  • Service of an English-speaking local guide for all sightseeing in India. 

  • All local taxes.

Not Included

  • Meals other than those specified above. 

  • Any flight tickets (quoted as supplement) 

  • Any expense of a personal nature, like liquor, laundry, telephone calls etc. 

  • Any camera charges (still or video) 

    • Supplement Air Fare: USD 235 pp (Est)

    • Connecting

      01 Dec '24 Colombo - Bangalore 6E 1168/13.55 - 15.25

      Bangalore - Cochin 6E 144/18.45 - 19.55

      Flight times and fares are subject to change. We will keep you posted on any changes.

      Check-in baggage allowance in economy is TBA kgs per person and hand baggage allowance is 07 kgs per person.

  • Any other expense not mentioned in the prices included column. 

  • Charges for any optional tours apart from the itinerary above.



  • Meals other than those specified above. 

  • Any flight tickets (quoted as supplement) 

  • Any expense of a personal nature, like liquor, laundry, telephone calls etc. 

  • Any camera charges (still or video) 

    • Supplement Air Fare: USD 235 pp (Est)

    • Connecting

      01 Dec '24 Colombo - Bangalore 6E 1168/13.55 - 15.25

      Bangalore - Cochin 6E 144/18.45 - 19.55

      Flight times and fares are subject to change. We will keep you posted on any changes.

      Check-in baggage allowance in economy is TBA kgs per person and hand baggage allowance is 07 kgs per person.

  • Any other expense not mentioned in the prices included column. 

  • Charges for any optional tours apart from the itinerary above.



A Visual Story

Itinerary

Day 01 - Sunday 24 Nov 2024

Arrive in Colombo (Flight TBA) 

Day 01 - Sunday 24 Nov 2024

Arrive in Colombo (Flight TBA) 

You will land at Bandaranaike International Airport, from where our representative will pick you and transport you to Sigiriya, a journey which will take approximately 3 hours. At a suitable hour, we will facilitate a Jeep Safari to Minneriya National Park. This rendezvous with nature promises an event - 'The Gathering' - which is arguably Sri Lanka’s most significant wildlife spectacle. . At a single occasion, you can expect witness up to 300 to 400 elephants.

You will land at Bandaranaike International Airport, from where our representative will pick you and transport you to Sigiriya, a journey which will take approximately 3 hours. At a suitable hour, we will facilitate a Jeep Safari to Minneriya National Park. This rendezvous with nature promises an event - 'The Gathering' - which is arguably Sri Lanka’s most significant wildlife spectacle. . At a single occasion, you can expect witness up to 300 to 400 elephants.

Day 02 - Monday 25 Nov 2024

SIGIRIYA - PIDURANGALA ROCK - HIRIWADUNNA

Day 02 - Monday 25 Nov 2024

SIGIRIYA - PIDURANGALA ROCK -
HIRIWADUNNA

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Sigiriya / Pidurangala Rock (15 Minute drive)

Pidurangala Rock is a towering rock suitable for moderate hikes & climbs to the top and is popular for panoramic views, especially of Sigiriya along with the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

Pidurangala / Hiriwadunna Village Tour (Approx. 30 Minutes’ drive)

Engage in many village activities that form everyday life, such as an oxen cart ride, a catamaran ride, and a walk through the fields. Learn to cook traditional Sri Lankan food. You will finish off with an exceptionally delicious buffet lunch, served in classic Sri Lankan style. 

Return to Sigiriya (Approx. 30 Minutes’ drive)

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Sigiriya / Pidurangala Rock (15 Minute drive)

Pidurangala Rock is a towering rock suitable for moderate hikes & climbs to the top and is popular for panoramic views, especially of Sigiriya along with the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

Pidurangala / Hiriwadunna Village Tour (Approx. 30 Minutes’ drive)

Engage in many village activities that form everyday life, such as an oxen cart ride, a catamaran ride, and a walk through the fields. Learn to cook traditional Sri Lankan food. You will finish off with an exceptionally delicious buffet lunch, served in classic Sri Lankan style. 

Return to Sigiriya (Approx. 30 Minutes’ drive)

Day 03 - Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

SIGIRIYA - POLONNARUWA 

Day 03 - Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

SIGIRIYA - POLONNARUWA 

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Explore the ancient ruins of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom. 

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa Kingdom (1 Hour 15 Minutes drive) 

Polonnaruwa Kingdom 

King Parakramabahu’s reign is considered the golden age of Polonnaruwa when trade and agriculture flourished under the patronage of the King, who was adamant that no drop of water falling from the heavens was to be wasted, and each is used toward the development of the land; hence, irrigation systems far superior to those of the Anuradhapura Age were constructed during King Parakramabahu’s reign, systems which to this day supply the water necessary for paddy cultivation during the scorching dry season in the east of the country

Experience mask making at Nishanta’s Wood Carving

Return to the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Explore the ancient ruins of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom. 

Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa Kingdom (1 Hour 15 Minutes drive) 

Polonnaruwa Kingdom 

King Parakramabahu’s reign is considered the golden age of Polonnaruwa when trade and agriculture flourished under the patronage of the King, who was adamant that no drop of water falling from the heavens was to be wasted, and each is used toward the development of the land; hence, irrigation systems far superior to those of the Anuradhapura Age were constructed during King Parakramabahu’s reign, systems which to this day supply the water necessary for paddy cultivation during the scorching dry season in the east of the country

Experience mask making at Nishanta’s Wood Carving

Return to the hotel

Day 04 - Wednesday 27 Nov 2024

SIGIRIYA – KANDY

Day 04 - Wednesday 27 Nov 2024

SIGIRIYA – KANDY

Breakfast at the hotel

Checkout and proceed to Kandy on the way, visit Dambulla Temple, & Matale Spice Garden


Sigiriya - Dambulla Temple (30 Minutes Drive)

Dambulla Cave Temple is famous for the five cave Temples on a rock. Some caves date back to the First Century B.C. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings.

Dambulla / Matale Spice Garden (1 Hour Drive) 

The Spice Garden in Matale has long been renowned for its spices. Since ancient times, traders from all around the world who came to Sri Lanka brought their native cuisines to the island, resulting in a rich diversity of cooking styles and techniques.

Matale - Kandy (Approx 1 Hour Drive) 

Upon arrival in Kandy, visit The Temple of the Tooth Relic

The Temple of the Tooth Relic or Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha

Breakfast at the hotel

Checkout and proceed to Kandy on the way, visit Dambulla Temple, & Matale Spice Garden


Sigiriya - Dambulla Temple (30 Minutes Drive)

Dambulla Cave Temple is famous for the five cave Temples on a rock. Some caves date back to the First Century B.C. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings.

Dambulla / Matale Spice Garden (1 Hour Drive) 

The Spice Garden in Matale has long been renowned for its spices. Since ancient times, traders from all around the world who came to Sri Lanka brought their native cuisines to the island, resulting in a rich diversity of cooking styles and techniques.

Matale - Kandy (Approx 1 Hour Drive) 

Upon arrival in Kandy, visit The Temple of the Tooth Relic

The Temple of the Tooth Relic or Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha

Day 05 - Thursday 28 Nov 2024

KANDY

Day 05 - Thursday 28 Nov 2024

KANDY

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Tour of Nuwara Eliya

Kandy to Nanu Oya – The scenic Train Ride 

(03 Hours Train Journey) 

The Kandy to Nanu Oya train ride is one of the most beautiful train rides in Sri Lanka, if not in the world! Board the train and experience breathtaking views of lush green tea plantations, mountains, viaducts, valleys, and dense jungle

Visit Ramboda Plantation Sri Lanka, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean is a paradise for tea lovers. Enjoy the taste of fine Ceylon tea and the fascinating process of tea making during your Sri Lanka holiday

Return to hotel. 

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Tour of Nuwara Eliya

Kandy to Nanu Oya – The scenic Train Ride 

(03 Hours Train Journey) 

The Kandy to Nanu Oya train ride is one of the most beautiful train rides in Sri Lanka, if not in the world! Board the train and experience breathtaking views of lush green tea plantations, mountains, viaducts, valleys, and dense jungle

Visit Ramboda Plantation Sri Lanka, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean is a paradise for tea lovers. Enjoy the taste of fine Ceylon tea and the fascinating process of tea making during your Sri Lanka holiday

Return to hotel. 

Day 06 - Friday 29 Nov 2024

GALLE (04 ½ hours drive Approx.)

Day 06 - Friday 29 Nov 2024

GALLE (04 ½ hours drive Approx.)

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Checkout and drive to Galle. Upon arrival check in at Radisson Blu Galle. 

Galle is the prime example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and Southeast Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and South Asian traditions. The Galle Fort is a world heritage site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. Other prominent landmarks in Galle include the Natural Harbor, the National Maritime Museum, St. Mary’s Cathedral founded by Jesuit priests and the Clock Tower. 

Overnight. 

Return to hotel. 

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Checkout and drive to Galle. Upon arrival check in at Radisson Blu Galle. 

Galle is the prime example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and Southeast Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and South Asian traditions. The Galle Fort is a world heritage site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. Other prominent landmarks in Galle include the Natural Harbor, the National Maritime Museum, St. Mary’s Cathedral founded by Jesuit priests and the Clock Tower. 

Overnight. 

Return to hotel. 

Day 07 - Saturday 30 Nov 2024

GALLE – MADU RIVER – BALAPTIYA - KASGODA 

Day 07 - Saturday 30 Nov 2024

GALLE – MADU RIVER – BALAPTIYA - KASGODA 

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Proceed to Madu River for an Exclusive boat ride to explore the rich mangrove habitat. 

Galle - Madu River (01 Hours drive approx) 

Proceed to Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery

Turtle Hatchery: The hatcheries pay fishermen for eggs collected at night along the long sandy beach. Although October to April is the main laying season, some eggs (mostly green turtles) can be found throughout the year. The Koggala turtle hatchery buries the eggs in sand, and when they hatch around 50 days later the baby turtles are released into the sea at night. Only about one in 1,000 turtles survive to maturity. 

Return to the hotel. 

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Proceed to Madu River for an Exclusive boat ride to explore the rich mangrove habitat. 

Galle - Madu River (01 Hours drive approx) 

Proceed to Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery

Turtle Hatchery: The hatcheries pay fishermen for eggs collected at night along the long sandy beach. Although October to April is the main laying season, some eggs (mostly green turtles) can be found throughout the year. The Koggala turtle hatchery buries the eggs in sand, and when they hatch around 50 days later the baby turtles are released into the sea at night. Only about one in 1,000 turtles survive to maturity. 

Return to the hotel. 

Day 08 - Sunday 01 Dec 2024

COLOMBO (146 Kms / 2¼ hrs. drive approx) 

Sunday 01 Dec 2024 COLOMBO – BANGALORE (6E 1168 /13.55-15.25 hrs) 

BANGALORE – COCHIN (6E 114 /18.45-19.55 hrs) 

Day 08 - Sunday 01 Dec 2024

COLOMBO (146 Kms / 2¼ hrs. drive approx) 

Sunday 01 Dec 2024 COLOMBO – BANGALORE (6E 1168 /13.55-15.25 hrs) 

BANGALORE – COCHIN (6E 114 /18.45-19.55 hrs) 

Day 08 - Sunday 01 Dec 2024

COLOMBO (146 Kms / 2¼ hrs. drive approx) 

Sunday 01 Dec 2024 COLOMBO – BANGALORE
(6E 1168 /13.55-15.25 hrs) 
BANGALORE – COCHIN (6E 114 /18.45-19.55 hrs) 

Drive to Colombo International Airport and board your flight to Cochin via Bangalore. 

Arrive in Cochin and transfer to the hotel 


Drive to Colombo International Airport and board your flight to Cochin via Bangalore. 

Arrive in Cochin and transfer to the hotel 


Day 09 - Monday 02 Dec 2024

COCHIN – KARIMANNUR (60 Kms / 2 hrs. drive approx)

Day 09 - Monday 02 Dec 2024

COCHIN – KARIMANNUR (60 Kms / 2 hrs. drive approx)

Breakfast at the hotel

08.00 hrs: Guided Fort Kochi

Explore Fort Kochi– a vibrant, historic harbour town by the Arabian Sea. Meet a local expert for a private tour of the old spice market, Christian shrine, Jewish Synagogue and Dutch Palace. Look at contemporary Kerala - visit art cafes and designer boutiques


Explore Mattancheri, a centuries-old rare multicultural settlement. Sip spiced tea while biting into piping hot savouries at a local roadside Gujarati sweet shop 

12.00 hrs: Return to the hotel, check out and proceed to Dewalokam, Karimannur

14.00 hrs:

Arrive in Karimannur; check in at Dewalokam

A late lunch at the hotel

Enjoy the activities arranged by the hotel 

Spice Walk, Village Walk, Forest Walk /Waterfall Visit
Cooking Demo at 6:00 pm 


Dinner at the hotel


Breakfast at the hotel

08.00 hrs: Guided Fort Kochi

Explore Fort Kochi– a vibrant, historic harbour town by the Arabian Sea. Meet a local expert for a private tour of the old spice market, Christian shrine, Jewish Synagogue and Dutch Palace. Look at contemporary Kerala - visit art cafes and designer boutiques


Explore Mattancheri, a centuries-old rare multicultural settlement. Sip spiced tea while biting into piping hot savouries at a local roadside Gujarati sweet shop 

12.00 hrs: Return to the hotel, check out and proceed to Dewalokam, Karimannur

14.00 hrs:

Arrive in Karimannur; check in at Dewalokam

A late lunch at the hotel

Enjoy the activities arranged by the hotel 

Spice Walk, Village Walk, Forest Walk /Waterfall Visit
Cooking Demo at 6:00 pm 


Dinner at the hotel


Day 10 - Tuesday 03 Dec 2024

KARIMANNUR

Day 10 - Tuesday 03 Dec 2024

KARIMANNUR

Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy the activities arranged by the hotel

Yoga 7:30 am to 8:30 am 

Spice Walk, Village Walk, Forest Walk /Waterfall Visit 

Cooking Demo at 6:00 pm


Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy the activities arranged by the hotel

Yoga 7:30 am to 8:30 am 

Spice Walk, Village Walk, Forest Walk /Waterfall Visit 

Cooking Demo at 6:00 pm


Day 11 - Wednesday 04 Dec 2024

KARIMANNUR – ALLEPPEY – HOUSEBOAT 

Wednesday 04 Dec 2024 (100 Kms / 3 hrs. drive approx) 

Day 11 - Wednesday 04 Dec 2024

KARIMANNUR – ALLEPPEY – HOUSEBOAT 

Wednesday 04 Dec 2024 (100 Kms / 3 hrs. drive approx) 

Breakfast at the hotel

10.30 hrs: Check out and drive to Alleppey boat jetty to embark on the traditional rice boat – “kettuvallam” for a fascinating cruise through the backwaters

https://www.marvelcruise.com/. You move upstream, and the gentle life of another world unfolds around you

Lunch & dinner will be served on board

Breakfast at the hotel

10.30 hrs: Check out and drive to Alleppey boat jetty to embark on the traditional rice boat – “kettuvallam” for a fascinating cruise through the backwaters

https://www.marvelcruise.com/. You move upstream, and the gentle life of another world unfolds around you

Lunch & dinner will be served on board

Day 12 - Thursday 05 Dec 2024

ALLEPPEY - KOVALAM (167 Kms / 5 hrs. drive approx) 

Day 12 - Thursday 05 Dec 2024

ALLEPPEY - KOVALAM (167 Kms / 5 hrs. drive approx) 

Breakfast at the hotel

09.00 hrs: Disembark from the boat and drive to Kovalam

14.00 hrs: Arrive and check-in at Niramaya Retreats Surya Samudra

Experience the ultimate in luxurious holistic healing at Niraamaya and indulge in a transformational journey of wellness. Commitment to exceptional care and personalized attention makes this destination for those seeking to improve their physical and mental well-being

03 nights package include: 

Daily 90 minutes of ‘Ayurveda therapy’ by a single therapist

Daily yoga for 60 minutes

One-to-one consultation with our Ayurveda Physician

Internal herbal medicines during the period of treatment

Breakfast, lunch and dinner as per the menu prescribed by the doctor in consultation with the chef


Breakfast at the hotel

09.00 hrs: Disembark from the boat and drive to Kovalam

14.00 hrs: Arrive and check-in at Niramaya Retreats Surya Samudra

Experience the ultimate in luxurious holistic healing at Niraamaya and indulge in a transformational journey of wellness. Commitment to exceptional care and personalized attention makes this destination for those seeking to improve their physical and mental well-being

03 nights package include: 

Daily 90 minutes of ‘Ayurveda therapy’ by a single therapist

Daily yoga for 60 minutes

One-to-one consultation with our Ayurveda Physician

Internal herbal medicines during the period of treatment

Breakfast, lunch and dinner as per the menu prescribed by the doctor in consultation with the chef


Day 13, 14, 15 - Friday 06 - Sunday 08 Dec 2024

KOVALAM


Day 13, 14, 15 - Friday 06 - Sunday 08 Dec 2024

KOVALAM


Breakfast at the hotel. 

Breakfast at the hotel. 


Enjoy the leisurely stay at a Kerala Beach Resort.

Sunday 08 Dec '24: One-time transfer to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) International Airport for your outbound flight


Breakfast at the hotel. 

Breakfast at the hotel. 


Enjoy the leisurely stay at a Kerala Beach Resort.

Sunday 08 Dec '24: One-time transfer to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) International Airport for your outbound flight


Breakfast at the hotel. 


Enjoy the leisurely stay at a Kerala Beach Resort.

Sunday 08 Dec '24: One-time transfer to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) International Airport for your outbound flight


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