About the Sri Lanka- The Land Of Serenity

1. SRI LANKA- THE
WONDER OF ASIA

2. ABOUT TRAVELCATIONS
If you are planning a Sri Lanka trip, Travelcations is the
right place to come to. Whatever your travel preference,
you will find suitable Sri Lanka holiday packages here.
Whether you are looking for Sri Lanka packages for a
family or a couple, whether you need escorted Sri Lanka
tour packages for your parents or an offbeat Sri Lanka
vacation for yourself, Travelcations can help you sort
out your Sri Lanka trip plan. Travelcations currently
offers over 20 tour packages to Sri Lanka. Explore a
variety of itineraries and choose from Sri Lanka travel
packages with or without flights.
Be it a short trip or long, a relaxing stay or an active
holiday, whatever your travel style, Travelcations has
the right Sri Lanka vacation packages for you to choose
from.

3. ABOUT SRI LANKA
 Blessed with several tourist spots and natural
beauty, Sri Lanka is a place with endless sun-
kissed beaches, beautiful historic ruins and
natural beauty. A teardrop shaped-island on
the map surrounded by the sea, the country is
not just home to 8 listed UNESCO sites, but
also a captivating combination of historical,
spiritual and natural elements.
 Geographically, the country is situated off the
coast of the Indian Peninsula in the Indian
Ocean. Sri Lanka is surrounded by the Bay of
Bengal on the north east and the Arabian Sea
in the south west. A narrow strip of sea, the
Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait separates this
island destination from the Indian mainland.
 There is a plethora of things you can do on a
Sri Lanka tour package. Travellers can enjoy
sightseeing, wildlife safari, adventure sports
and beach life on a Sri Lanka itinerary. The
island is home to about 435 species of
migratory and local birds.
 Shoppers on a Sri Lanka trip can enjoy a
contemporary shopping experience in Colombo
malls or explore local markets for handloom
items, handicrafts, jewellery to collectible
souvenirs.

4. HOW TO REACH SRI
LANKA
By Air-> The easiest way to reach Sri Lanka is by taking a
flight from India and reaching there probably on the same
day of your departure. Sri Lanka has a busy international
airport, and it is called the Bandaranaike International
Airport, located in Colombo. There are flights from India,
Europe, Asia, Middle-East and Australia to Sri Lanka. Flights
from Indian cities like New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai,
Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad are a plenty with major
airlines plying day in and day out. Frequent Flight Names: Air
India, Jet Airways, Sri Lankan Airlines and Spice Jet.
By Road & Train-> Being a separate island country away
from India, Sri Lanka is completely inaccessible by train
and road. If you are traveling on a short budget, you can
come down to any of the Indian cities that have flights
to Sri Lanka by road or by train and board Sri Lankan
flights from there. This will help you save on your
expenses and do more when you are in the new land.
By Sea-> There are just a few ships that operate from
Mumbai port that take you to Colombo on a luxurious
cruise-liner. The 7-day cruise departs at Mumbai and
reaches Colombo, taking you to all the essential
destinations like Kandy and Nuwara Eliya along the way.
The prices depend on the luxury class you intend to
travel in and feature a few adventure and water sports
during the course of the cruise. The packages also
feature a number of live shows and entertainment
options on board and feature a fixed itinerary with
preplanned places to see and things to do.

5. SRI LANKA VISA FOR INDIANS
Indian passport holders only need an online
visa to plan a Sri Lanka trip. Upon successful
application, you will receive an ETA
(Electronic Travel Authorisation) that allows
Indians to travel within Sri Lanka for 30
consecutive days.
In case you have not applied for an ETA, Sri
Lanka has also recently allowed visa-on-
arrival on a pilot basis to nationals of certain
countries including India.

6. BEST TIME TO VISIT SRI
LANKA
 Sri Lanka is open to tourists most times of the
year. However, the best time to visit this island
country depends on the type of activity you
want to indulge in as a part of your Sri Lanka
tour package.
 The summer and spring seasons here are
considered mild, winters are blessed with a
warm sun with a cold morning.
 The Sri Lanka weather all the year round is
considered to be pleasant and ideal for outdoor
activities like sightseeing.
 The best time to visit Sri Lanka varies for
different sides of the country’s coast. For
example, the months of December to March are
best for surfing on the southeastern and west
coasts and exploring the Hill Country, while the
period from April to September is considered
best for exploring the coastlines of the east
and the sprawling ancient cities.

7. PLACES TO
VISIT IN SRI
LANKA
The island destination of Sri Lanka has a lot to offer to tourists on a Sri Lanka tour package. From
fun, adventure, and entertainment to relaxation, you shall never get bored on your Sri Lanka trip.
Some of the famous Sri Lanka tourist places to cover on your Sri Lanka holiday are as follows-
 Sigiriya-> Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress located near the town of Dambulla. It is renowned
for its palace ruins at the top of a gargantuan rock. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the
wondrous rocky structure is one of the most dramatic places to see in Sri Lanka. One of the most
important aspects of Sigiriya City is its different types of gardens— water gardens, cave and
boulder gardens, and terraced gardens. You can also witness beautiful frescoes on the walls of
the fortress which date back to the Anuradhapura period.
 Kandy-> Kandy is one of the most famous places to visit in Sri Lanka. It is the home to the Temple
of the Tooth relic, which happens to be the most sacred place of worship for Buddhists. If you are
travelling in July or August, you can witness the grand ceremony of Esala Perahera. Your Sri
Lanka sightseeing should also include a view of the charming Kandy Lake, which is situated right
next to the temple.
 Nuwara Eliya-> Blessed with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate, Nuwara Eliya is one
of the most scenic Sri Lanka tourist places and attracts a lot of tourists. It serves as an important
tea production site in Sri Lanka. You can visit a tea factory as a part of your Sri Lanka itinerary, to
see the lush tea plantations, and learn about the different methods of tea plucking or how
different varieties of tea are graded.

8.  Colombo-> Colombo, the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, is a must-see destination that carries the legacy of
the country’s colonial history. It is a perfect blend of modern life that showcases modern skyscrapers
alongside historic, colonial buildings that were influenced by Portuguese, Dutch and British styles. You can
discover the colourful markets, colonial-era buildings, museums, churches, mosques, and temples by
strolling around the city. Viharamahadevi Park, Independence Square, and the Old Parliament Building.
 Bentota-> Situated on the banks of the Bentota River, the coastal town of Bentota is one of the most
important Sri Lanka tourist places. This charming destination provides holidaymakers a perfect combination
of serenity and thrill. It is renowned for gripping water sport activities like snorkeling, scuba diving,
windsurfing, parasailing and fishing, and soothing Ayurveda massages. Sri Lanka tourism also allows you to
wander on the long sandy beaches of Bentota, which are adorned by palm trees and azure waters. You can
also visit a turtle hatchery.
 Yala-> One of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka, Yala National Park preserves a large variety of flora and
fauna. Located in the South Eastern region of Sri Lanka, the entrance to the park is at Palatupana, which is
situated around 305 km from Colombo. It is suggested to explore the park at the time of dawn or dusk for an
unparalleled experience. Rich in wildlife, the park contains a wide variety of animals, like leopards,
elephants, sloth bears, jackals, spotted deer, peacocks, and crocodiles.

9. CUISINE OF SRI
LANKA
Sri Lanka offers a variety of interesting things from seafood to sweet delicacies
that will satisfy your taste buds. The main Sri Lankan food attractions include:
 Rice and curry-> The Sri Lankan staple food seems to be rice and a delicious
bowl of curry. The curry is made with a host of spices such as cardamom,
cinnamon, nutmeg, pepper, saffron, chilli, mustard seeds, coriander and curry
leaves. Try home-cooked rice and curry (daal, pumpkin, eggplant, chicken,
fish, carrot, beetroot, jackfruit, Asiatic pennywort, etc.); nothing can beat
that.
 Pancakes-> Made from fermented rice flour, coconut water and milk, these
thin Sri Lankan pancakes called hoppers are fried in a small wok and swirled
to get the bowl-shaped crispy edges.
 Dutch Burgher Lamprais-> The Lamprais is a combination of meat, rice and
sambol chilli sauce which is wrapped in a banana leaf and then steamed.
Inside the rice is meat curry, meat balls, paste and or vegetable infused with
cardamom, cinnamon and clove.
 A coconut side-dip-> The coconut sambol is fresh coconut relish made by
simply blending in finely grated coconut, dried whole chillies, red onions, lime
juice and salt. Its specialty lies in its versatility. The dish is compatible with
any food, be it bread, roti, hoppers or just eat it as it is.

10. TOUR PACKAGE OFFERED BY US
Whether it is the scenic beaches, the natural wonders, the cuisine or the attractive feel of the place, a Sri Lanka holiday promises
you a unique experience. Explore some of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka by booking affordable Sri Lanka packages on
Travelcations.
 Visit the Epic Ramayana Sites in Sri Lanka Package-> 5 Nights 6 Days1N Kataragama - 1N Nuwara Eliya - 1N Kandy - 1N Sigiriya
- 1N Negombo. ₹11,390 Price Per Person.
 Sun and Sand in Sri Lanka Package-> 5 Nights 6 Days 1N Dambulla - 1N Trincomalee - 1N Kandy - 2N Nuwara Eliya. Temples of
Trincomalee | Free SIM card (one per booking) |See the best of Dambulla and Kandy | Lake Gregory & other Nuwara Eliya
sights. ₹52,107 Price Per Person.
 A weekend visit to Kandy with Sigiriya Excursion-> 2 Nights 3 Days 2N Kandy. Settled around the scenic Bogambara Lake,
Kandy was once the capital of the Sri Lankan monarchs. Spend an unforgettable weekend and soak in the magnificence of the
hill city on this holiday. Showing you the best of the destination is the comprehensive sightseeing tour which is already a part of
the itinerary. Among the many surprises that await you on this journey is an entertaining cultural show. You will have ample
time to taste local delights and shop for souvenirs. ₹34,726 Price Per Person.
 Unwind in Colombo - A Relaxed Urban Getaway-> 3 Nights 4 Days 3N Colombo. With this 3-night Sri Lanka holiday, experience
the most peaceful island getaway ever with your loved ones. Colombo, the country’s capital city, has tons of attractions for you
to enjoy. With its high-rise buildings, turquoise waters and sun-kissed beaches, this spectacular city sure is a mesmerizing sight
to behold. BEST WESTERN Elyon Colombo, an inviting three-star hotel, will welcome you with utter comfort and warm
hospitality during your stay. ₹14,137 Price Per Person.