2 days

Private

About this activity

Itinerary

Day 1: Colombo > Yala

Pass By: Lakpura LLC, Colombo Sri Lanka
Lakpura LLC

Stop At: Weherahena Buddhist Temple, Weherahena RD Weherahena, Matara 81000 Sri Lanka
Weherahena Poorwarama Raja Maha Viharaya is situated in the Matara District of Sri Lanka, about 6 kilometers off the Matara town. This rather unique temple is known as the first tunnel temple in the world. The temple hosts a massive 130-ft Buddha image that was built following the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras and also consists of all main features of a Buddhist temple- the pagoda, a sacred bo-tree and Samadhi Buddha statue. The walls of the temple are adorned with with Buddha murals. According to the historical records, the tunnel temple paintings narrate the Jātaka tales (legends) of Ummagga Jathaka and Umandawa.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Wewrukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya, Beliatta Rd, Dikwella 81200, Sri Lanka
Wewurukannala Raja Maha Viharaya, this sacred Buddhist temple is located 1.5 kilometers from Dikwella towards Beliatta. The main attraction of the temple is the 160-ft tall statue of seated Buddha. It is the largest statue in the whole of Sri Lanka and dates back to the late 18th Century. The temple has another section named the Tunnel of Hell. It features life-sized models of devils, demons and sinners going through the torments and horrors of hell. The temple walls show you the path towards enlightenment by depicting hundreds of comic strip representations of events in the Buddha’s life
Duration: 45 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3 star Hotel in Yala

Day 2: Yala > Matara > Colombo

Stop At: Palatupana, Yala National Park Sri Lanka
This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: At your Hotel
No accommodation included on this day.

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Included

1x Breakfast
Accommodation included: 1 night
Accommodation on at 3 Star Hotel.
Meal plan on Bed and Breakfast basis.
Transport in a Private Car, inclusive of all chauffer accommodation, cost of fuel, parking & highway tolls.
Service of an English-Speaking Chauffer Guide throughout the tour.
1 Jeep Safari in Yala National Park.
All prevailing taxes and service charges
Entry/Admission - Weherahena Buddhist Temple
Entry/Admission - Wewrukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya
Entry/Admission - Yala National Park

Not included

Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application.
International / Domestic Airfare
Any expenses of personal nature.
Tips & Portages.
Cost of Beverages
Meals where not specified.
Compulsory Supplements on 24th December and 31st December.
Entrance fees where not specified.

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Comfortable clothes and hats recommended
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

70%

Aquatic

25%

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