[{"DayTourId":"1","DayTourTitle":"A blend of tea in misty Nuwara Eliya","DayTourSlug":"a-blend-of-tea-in-misty-nuwara-eliya","DayTourDescription":"<p>It\u2019s a great addition to your \"things to do in Nuwara Eliya'' wish list. Hassle-free pickup and drop-off packages from the Nuwara Eliya city hotels you are staying in. Our LOC guide will lead the way. A 360-panoramic view of some of the tallest hills in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka\u2019s tea country is located mainly in the central highlands, although some of the tea growing areas are spread as far as the coast. This is because tea grows well here because of the topography and the climate. The fertile soil, humidity, and higher rainfall provide excellent tea growing conditions, and tea plants thrive. It\u2019s also quite a bit cooler in the highlands than in the coastal areas due to its elevation.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The stronger and less subtle the tea, the higher the land. On this tour, you will walk through the fields to see the tea leaves being picked. Then they go to the factory where they are washed, dried, and shredded, and then the final loose leaf tea product is packed. The duration of such an excursion is 6\u20138 hrs., depending on the location of your hotel. Lunch won\u2019t be provided for this excursion. Transport -air-conditioned vehicle included.<\/p>","DayTourShortDescription":"It\u2019s a great addition to your \"things to do in Nuwara Eliya'' wish list.","DayTourLocation":"Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka","DayTourImage":"6387b45bdd30f.png","DayTourRatings":"4.75","DayTourTransfers":"Kandy - Nuwara Eliya - Uda Pussellawa","DayTourWhen":"Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr,May,Jun,Jul,Aug,Sep,Oct,Nov,Dec","DayTourTaylorMade":"Yes","DayTourIsThisForMe":"Yes","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-09-11 11:54:47","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-23 12:33:34"},{"DayTourId":"2","DayTourTitle":"Mahiyanganaya Dambana Aboriginal Village Tour\u00a0","DayTourSlug":"mahiyanganaya-dambana-aboriginal-village-tour\u00a0","DayTourDescription":"<p>This tour is to see the primitive tribes of Sri Lanka, the Veddahs, and the views along the way. You can visit Sorabora Wewa and Ulhitiya Wewa, which provide water to the locals. On the way\u2014Mahiyangana Temple at Mahiyanganaya town. You can visit the intimate museum that has been set up to showcase the various equipment the Veddas have used to fish and hunt over the centuries. You cannot hunt with the waddas. But you\u2019ll be able to speak with the hunters. The duration of such an excursion is 7\u201310 hrs., depending on the location of your hotel. Lunch won\u2019t be provided for this excursion.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><b>Transportation: an air-conditioned vehicle is included.<\/b><\/p>","DayTourShortDescription":"This tour is to see the primitive tribes of Sri Lanka, the Veddahs, and the views along the way.","DayTourLocation":"Mahiyanganaya, Sri Lanka","DayTourImage":"dambana.jpg","DayTourRatings":"4.75","DayTourTransfers":"Mahiyanganaya - Dambana","DayTourWhen":"Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr,May,Jun,Jul,Aug,Sep,Oct,Nov,Dec","DayTourTaylorMade":"Yes, we can customize the tour for you.","DayTourIsThisForMe":"Yes","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-09-11 12:01:45","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-23 12:32:00"},{"DayTourId":"3","DayTourTitle":"Water rafting in Kithulgala\u00a0","DayTourSlug":"water-rafting-in-kithulgala\u00a0","DayTourDescription":"<p>Kitulgala is a small town in the west zone of Sri Lanka, located on the west side of the road from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya. The town of Kitulgala is where this tour will take you for a day filled with extreme adventure. It is one of the wettest places in the country. Kitulgala is also a base for white-water rafting, which starts a few kilometers upstream. White Water Rafting is enjoyed in both whitewater and other turbulent waters, and it provides water sports enthusiasts with an unforgettable experience. Since Kitulgala is an extreme wet zone, any time of the year is ideal for water sports and cave exploration. Departure from Colombo is scheduled for 7.30 a.m. Other than white water rafting, Kitulgala is also famous for a number of adventure sports like confidence jumping, stream sliding, waterfall abseiling, and jungle trekking. Bird watching and cave exploration are popular activities.<br><\/p>","DayTourShortDescription":"Kitulgala is a small town in the west zone of Sri Lanka, located on the west side of the road from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya.","DayTourLocation":"Kithulgala, Sri Lanka","DayTourImage":"kithulgala1.jpg","DayTourRatings":"4.8","DayTourTransfers":"Hotel \u2013 Tour Attractions \u2013 Hotel","DayTourWhen":"Since Kitulgala is an extreme wet zone, any time of the year is ideal for water sports and cave exploration.","DayTourTaylorMade":"Yes","DayTourIsThisForMe":"This tour is ideal for those who love adventurous activities such as white water rafting and exploring jungle cave","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-09-11 12:07:44","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-23 12:31:20"},{"DayTourId":"4","DayTourTitle":"Ancient Anuradhapura day tour","DayTourSlug":"ancient-anuradhapura-day-tour","DayTourDescription":"<p>Anuradhapura is one of the most visited historical sites in Sri Lanka, which was an old kingdom back in the days. Anuradhapura is situated in the North Central Province. It will take approximately 4 hours to travel to Anuradhapura from Colombo, which is a distance of 200 km. It is scenic and peaceful, and at times it will also make you feel a surreal experience. There are many ancient ruins and sacred points which you can visit and worship. The world's largest Stupa Jetavanaramaya, other sacred Stupa such as; Thuparamaya, Ruwanwelisaya, Mihintale and Abhayagiriya are famous, influential and religious sightseeing around Anuradhapura. Don't forget to visit Samadhi Buddha Statue and the isurumuniya temple. We are sure you'll be amazed at the little details in the sculptures and learn their meanings behind them. To have the best experience, make sure you visit Anuradhapura in the pleasant summer, which is in between April and September. So, you won't get caught up in the rain and can see all the places on sunny and clear sky days with less rain. The atmosphere will be warmer as well.<br><\/p>","DayTourShortDescription":"Anuradhapura is one of the most visited historical sites in Sri Lanka, which was an old kingdom back in the days.","DayTourLocation":"Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka","DayTourImage":"6387b3c9aa549.png","DayTourRatings":"4.45","DayTourTransfers":"Hotel \u2013 Tour Attractions \u2013 Hotel","DayTourWhen":"Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr,May,Jun,Jul,Aug,Sep,Oct,Nov,Dec","DayTourTaylorMade":"Yes","DayTourIsThisForMe":"The Anuradhapura day tour is for just about anyone who has an interest in trading, religion, culture, and history.","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-09-11 12:17:12","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-23 12:30:24"},{"DayTourId":"5","DayTourTitle":"Galle City Tour","DayTourSlug":"galle-city-tour","DayTourDescription":"<p>Galle, 119km from Colombo, is a major city situated at the tip of the south-western coast of Sri Lanka. Being a coastal area, it is quite hot and humid but has an abundance of beautiful beaches in every town that you pass while travelling from Colombo to Galle. The Galle Fort was built by the Portuguese, fortified later by the Dutch, and is well preserved till today. In addition to the Portuguese and Dutch remains, you will also find many British mansions left behind. As for beaches, Unawatuna Bay probably tops it all and is safe for snorkeling and swimming because a reef protects it. There you have it, a day tour of the city of Galle in a nutshell. In case there is a delay in your departure, try using the Southern Expressway, a recently built highway that can take you to Galle in half the time.<\/p>","DayTourShortDescription":"Galle, 119km from Colombo, is a major city situated at the tip of the south-western coast of Sri Lanka.","DayTourLocation":"Galle, Sri Lanka","DayTourImage":"6387b30bb0eaa.png","DayTourRatings":"4.75","DayTourTransfers":"Hotel \u2013 Tour Attractions \u2013 Hotel","DayTourWhen":"Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr,May,Jun,Jul,Aug,Sep,Oct,Nov,Dec","DayTourTaylorMade":"Yes, we can customize the tour for you.","DayTourIsThisForMe":"Anyone holidaying in Sri Lanka should visit Galle, especially those who love the ocean side.","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-09-11 12:27:50","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-23 12:29:55"},{"DayTourId":"6","DayTourTitle":"The ancient Sigiriya Day Tour","DayTourSlug":"the-ancient-sigiriya-day-tour","DayTourDescription":"<p>Sigiriya, an ancient palace, was once nominated as the 8th wonder of the world. Today, Sigiriya and Dambulla are UNESCO recognized heritage sites and are major tourist attractions. The city of Dambulla is 148 km north-east of Colombo in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. It is home to an ancient cave temple, also known as the Golden Rock Temple, which is a popular tourist attraction. Approximately 25 kms from Dambulla is Sigiriya, which is where you will find the \"Lion\u2019s Rock\". This is a 220 metre high rock, at the top of which an ancient king built his palace. In addition to being a well maintained model of ancient urban life, Sigiriya is also an adventure for rock climbers. A day tour of Sigiriya and Dambulla will suffice for you to explore Sri Lanka\u2019s majestic past. Leave from Colombo at about 6 a.m., enjoy the scenic four-hour drive to your destination, explore the two cities, and be back to Colombo by midnight.<\/p>","DayTourShortDescription":"Sigiriya, an ancient palace, was once nominated as the 8th wonder of the world.","DayTourLocation":"Sigiriya, Sri Lanka","DayTourImage":"6387b38d733db.png","DayTourRatings":"4.75","DayTourTransfers":"Hotel \u2013 Tour Attractions \u2013 Hotel","DayTourWhen":"Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr,May,Jun,Jul,Aug,Sep,Oct,Nov,Dec","DayTourTaylorMade":"Yes, we can customize the tour for you","DayTourIsThisForMe":"If you are an adventure freak and also have a taste for culture, The ancient Sigiriya Day Tour is a must.","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-09-11 12:37:25","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-23 12:29:32"},{"DayTourId":"7","DayTourTitle":"Day Tour of Colombo","DayTourSlug":"day-tour-of-colombo","DayTourDescription":"<font face=\"Arial\">The vibrant capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo, serves as a jumping-off point for trips to the south of the island's beaches. It has been successively ruled by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British throughout its history, and at that time it was a significant port on the east-west trade routes. The architecture of the city, which comprises of colonial structures as well as high-rise skyscrapers and retail centers, is a reflection of this old past. A tour of the city of Colombo today would be worthwhile to include in your itinerary, whether it is at the beginning or conclusion of your trip to Sri Lanka.<\/font>","DayTourShortDescription":"Colombo is the bustling capital city of Sri Lanka and is a hub for visiting beaches in the south of the island. ","DayTourLocation":"Colombo, Sri Lanka","DayTourImage":"63883d26b1a34.png","DayTourRatings":"4.78","DayTourTransfers":"Airport - Hotel","DayTourWhen":"Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr,May,Jun,Jul,Aug,Sep,Oct,Nov,Dec","DayTourTaylorMade":"Yes","DayTourIsThisForMe":"Yes","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-12-01 11:05:34","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-23 12:29:09"},{"DayTourId":"8","DayTourTitle":"Hot Air Ballooning Tour","DayTourSlug":"hot-air-ballooning-tour","DayTourDescription":"<p><font face=\"Arial\">Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure while experiencing an adrenaline rush and falling off to sleep while taking in spectacular vistas of Sri Lanka's tropical wonderland. The ascent can go undetected, but if you take a quick glance below, you will soon be hovering above craggy mountains, lakes, rivers, tourist destinations, and lush forests. As your pilot allows you to reach out and touch tree tops, get up close to birds, or observe an animal moving in broad daylight, let your enthusiasm to increase. Hot air ballooning is a radically different experience from typical air travel in that you experience no movement whatsoever after taking off from the ground. You are left in perfect alone to savor the tranquility and quiet of the surroundings.<\/font><\/p><p><font face=\"Arial\"><br><\/font><\/p><p><font face=\"Arial\">You will be picked up any time between 4.45 and 5.15 a.m., depending on where you are. We strongly advise visitors to book their hot air balloon flights well in advance to prevent disappointment due to the huge demand for them in Sri Lanka.<\/font><\/p>","DayTourShortDescription":"Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure","DayTourLocation":"Kandalama","DayTourImage":"638844cd9ff80.png","DayTourRatings":"4.9","DayTourTransfers":"Hotel \u2013 Tour Attractions \u2013 Hotel","DayTourWhen":"Nov,Dec,Jan,Feb,Apr","DayTourTaylorMade":"This tour can be customized to your requirements. ","DayTourIsThisForMe":"Yes","DayTourStatus":"1","DayTourDateCreated":"2022-12-01 11:38:13","DayTourDateModified":"2022-12-01 11:38:13"}]