Colombo Trip Overview
(SKU: LK107CY011) This tour offers you 7 days of horseback riding in several areas with-in the country: On the Beach, Through jungle not only reservoir but through tea plantations as well. On a medium level, horseback riding lasts 3-4 hours each day, with horses accustomed to the route. Within this tour you can visit of some of the most important sites.
Additional Info
Duration: 7 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
(SKU: LK107CY011) This tour offers you 7 days of horseback riding in several areas with-in the country: On the Beach, Through jungle not only reservoir but through tea plantations as well. On a medium level, horseback riding lasts 3-4 hours each day, with horses accustomed to the route. Within this tour you can visit of some of the most important sites.
Itinerary
Day 1: Airport > Negombo
Pass By: Dambulla Cave Temple, Jaffna Hwy, Habarana 50150 Sri Lanka
Arrive at Colombo International Airport. Here, you will be met by a designated chauffer guide from Lakpura. After the formalities at the airport you will be escorted to your air-conditioned Vehicle and proceed to Negombo.
If time permits, explore the city of Negombo,
Overnight stay at Negombo.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Negombo > Kalpitiya
Stop At: Kalpitiya, Kalpitiya, North Western Province
After Breakfast proceed to Kalpitiya for the first experience with a Steed.
Meet your equestrian guide and the horses. Then leave for a first afternoon of horse riding on the long white sand beaches. Go to the church of St. Anne, a place of pilgrimage for Christians, through small fishing villages.
Thereafter Return to Hotel & Overnight stay at Hotel
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Kalpitiya > Dambulla
Stop At: Golden Temple of Dambulla, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka
Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kandalama, Kandalama, Central Province
In the evening go for a horseback ride, towards Kandalama. Walk along the lake and cross the forest to Kaldiya Pokuna, a place of meditation for Buddhist monks. The vegetation around you is lush and is home to rich wildlife. You may have the chance to see monkeys, peacocks, buffaloes or a crocodile.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Dambulla > Sigiriya > Dambulla
Stop At: Sigiriya, Sigiriya, Central Province
After breakfast Start the day with a horseback ride through the village. Cross vegetable crops, banana plantations, alternate large areas of tall grasses, territory of elephants that move in the region.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ‘ the Lion Rock’. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Dambulla > Kandy > Nuwara Eliya
Stop At: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ramboda, Ramboda, Central Province
Ramboda Ella is the 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and located by the Pussellawa. Ramboda falls consists of three sections. You will get a good view of the middle section from the A5 highway, just above the bridge. This is very small in size with compared to other parts. You can get a far view of the top part from the main road, but not the complete view of the fall. You need to climb up to see the top part of the Ramboda falls and there is a pathway just before the bridge. You may find the climbing bit difficult, but you will be compensated with the great view of the top fall and the surrounding.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Nuwara Eliya
Stop At: Nuwara Eliya, Nuwara Eliya, Central Province
Nuwara Eliya is set in the heart of tea-country is a beautiful town where the British succeeded in creating a replica of the English countryside, with homes in styles from Georgian to Queen Anne.Well-kept lawns with hedges, an Anglican church, a famous golf course and beautiful parks give the place an air of nostalgia. Situated 6,200 feet above sea level, the air is cool and fresh – a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city life. You can find the horses at the racetrack to go horseback riding in the tea plantations. Your route takes you to Gregory Lake through pretty, sometimes narrow paths.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Nuwara Eliya > BIA
Pass By: Katunayake, Katunayake, Negombo, Western Province
After the breakfast proceed to airport after spending a memorable time in this island.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
