Kingdom of Kandy Tour
Kingdom of Kandy Tour
$500
Tour Overview
, important independent monarchy in Ceylon (Sri Lanka) at the end of the 15th century and the last Sinhalese kingdom to be subjugated by a colonial power. Kandy survived the attacks of Ceylon’s first two colonial rulers—the Portuguese and the Dutch—and finally succumbed to the third and last colonial ruler, the British, in 1818. While all the other Sinhalese kingdoms had been extinguished by the Portuguese in the early 1600s,. The demise of Sitawake after Rajasinha’s death left Kandy the only independent Sinhalese kingdom. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Kingdom of Kandy
Location: Colombo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 01
Arrival in Colombo International Airport and meet with our representative at the arrival lounge Take an overnight flight to Colombo transfer to Kandy to relax on the hotel
•Pick up from Colombo hotel and transfer to Kandy – 3 hours drive approximately
•Visit Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden. The groundwork for a botanical garden was formed by Alexandra Moon in 1821 during the British colonial period. He used the garden for coffee and cinnamon plants. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants, and palm trees.
•Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy where Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth relic calls home. Kandy Transfer to Colombo – Approximately 4 hours drive
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Day 2 : Kingdom of Kandy
Location: Kandy ,Colombo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 02 , Transfer to air ports
1. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage/ tea Factory
2. Spice garden & Gem shop
3. Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden
4. Kandy Temple of Tooth Relic / Kandy city tour
What's Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Accommodation
We provide Accommodation for 01 Nights
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
We will be provided Safety, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction Experience driver & Luxury van, Car, bus with A/C transports provide to our valuable clients and free wi-fi
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
standard star class hotel free Wi-Fi available
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Fully Guided
We provide you with a English speaking guide Or chauffeur guide & will also act as your driver. Reliable, Experienced and friendly with excellent knowledge about nature, an ancient archeological and cultural site on day to day basis monitoring and communicating with drivers and guests for smooth
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Fully Guided
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Local Taxes
What's Not Included
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Entrance Fees
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No Required ( what is your needed bring that thing only)
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Not Included
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
yes
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What is the tipping policy?
Our vision Our Visions is to win people through people and to become a leader in the field of tours and traveling both locally and internationally and to set a mark to be the best in the travel and tourism industry while increasing popularity of our beautiful isle in the world. Our Mission To provide a traveling experience matching individual expectations and be the best at it. ...more ...less
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What is the time difference?
It is GMT + 4.5 hrs. In summer and + 5.5hrs in winter
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes if you conform booking
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Standard 3.4 Star class’s hotel
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
• Yes as your request
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
If available Minimum quantity will departure
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Available
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
• Yes .all standard star class hotel free Wi-Fi available
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, of Course, some time guide will speak more language
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, fully air-conditioned
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, above five years old
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD
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WHY BOOK WITH US
• Savings you are looking best to tour your holiday.your choice • 20 years’ Experience in the tourism industry. • We will give you the priority to arrange your tour as you wish to get it arranged by us. • Experience tour consultant’s Service • Customized and flexible tour plans and itineraries • Specialize for the group and Individual travel arrangements. • We have Government approved tour Operator in Srilanka
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What is the maximum group size?
2 - 10 , and more
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Are flights included in this tour?
Not Inculded
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Sometime defiant on booking
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Company Instant Book
yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Not Included
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
May be sometime
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Best health Conditions
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Not required
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What is the level of fitness required?
Best health Conditions
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What wines and spirits can I bring into Sri Lanka?
You are allowed to bring in 1.5 litres of wines and spirits per person.
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Do I need to take precautions against mosquitoes?
As with all tropical countries, you need to apply mosquito repellent regularly. Those containing DEET can often be very effective.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You can match solo travelers booking separately to share a room at no extra cost.
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Our resgistirion number & vat number?
PV: 119492 , Vat Tax: 102274385
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
No any Charity contribution
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WHY BOOK WITH US ?
• Savings you are looking best tour your holiday.your choic • 20 years’ Experience in tourism industry. • We will give you the priority to arrange your tour as you wish to get it arranged by us. • Experience tour consultant’s Service • Customized and flexible tour plans and itineraries • Specialize for group and Individual travel arrangements. • We are Government approved tour Operator in Sril
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What is your average group size?
Couple, Small group 6 pax or 10 Big group 20
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Tour Chauffeur Guide / Driver /Site Guide Defend on your tour booking Some of members
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Sample Tour itinerary /Conform Itinerary /Map, Accommodation List
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What are Poya days?
Every month, the Full Moon Day, known as “Poya Day”, which celebrates various important days in the life of Lord Buddha, will be celebrated by the Buddhists on the Island. All Poya Days are national holidays and no alcohol is served.
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What clothes do I need to take?
Light cotton or linen clothing. It can be chilly in NuwaraEliya (the hill country) at night, so a sweater is recommended. Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter temples. Socks may also be a good idea for walking round places such as Polonnaruwa – the ground can be extremely hot for bare feet. Cotton t-shirts and shorts. Trousers to visit temples. Sandals. Trainers for walks. Socks. A fleece.
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Do you offer a past traveler discount?
Yes, we are giving special discount (regular customer)
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What is the minimum age allowed?
Defendant on tour we are expects 05 to 80 age better
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Is Sri Lanka safe from Terrorism?
Up till May 2009, Sri Lanka had a conflict with the LTTE who wanted a separate state for the Tamils in the North and East of the country. A lot was written in the press in the UK as to how dangerous it was to travel to Sri Lanka. It must be remembered that, throughout the conflict, not one single tourist has been injured or killed. As from May 2009, this conflict ended and Sri Lanka is now at peac
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Where can I change money?
Yes, you can only purchase Sri Lankan Rupees in Sri Lanka as it isn’t an International Currency. On arrival at Colombo Airport, it is best to change some money at the Banks just before the Arrival Hall where there are 24hr facilities. Banks in towns are generally open 9am to 1pm or 3pm Mon-Fri. All banks are shut at weekends and public holidays. Changing Traveler’s Cheques can be a time-consuming
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
If you like
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
•We must receive written notification by you of any cancellation of your travel arrangements and will take effect the day we receive it. The following penalties will apply. •Between 31 and 60 days - forfeit of deposit •Between 15 and 30 days – 25% of total ground arrangement cost •Between 08 and 14 days - 50% of total ground arrangement cost •7 or Less than 07 days – no refund of total ground
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How is the hotel Booking Services?
We provide a complete spectrum of accommodation options to suit all budgets including home stays, back-packer accommodation, 3 – 5 star, boutique/luxury as well as campsites with tented accommodation – service providers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We will follow Covid-19 Rules & regulation guidelines WHO & Tourist Board protect our Client and country. PERSONAL SAFETY MEASURES •Ensure the use of Ensure the use of the traditional greeting of Sri Lanka, ‘Ayubowan’ at all times instead of hugging or handshaking. •Before entering Hotel we will be Need to get the required Covid -19 Vaccines Reports •The Driver / Tour Leader should maintain a mi
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes 100% .accommodation included meet local health and safety
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WHO WE ARE ?
Stelaranholidays (Pvt) Ltd is a fully licensed Travel Agency. We are a team of travel trade professionals which count for over 20 years of collective experience in Sri Lanka. As the company name suggests, we aspire to be the most sought after travel agent in sustainable tourism platform Sri lanka known as the peal of the Indian Ocean which is full of amazing places and things and the greatest plac
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What opportunities are there for photography?
There are so many opportunities for photography whether it is of scenes of everyday life by the roadside, spectacular vistas or of the amazing wildlife. Do please take a memory card of sufficient size as you will find you will take so many photographs. It would also be a good idea to bring some small binoculars to view the wildlife in the National Parks as with all wild animals, you will only be a
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What vaccinations do I require?
Please consult your doctor for up to date information before you travel. 1. These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure. 2. Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel. 3. Hepatitis A - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel. 4. Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel. 5. Hepatit
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
1.A booking is accepted only after we receive written confirmation from you along with full payment OR a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the value of the Travel Arrangements. (This may be waived solely at our discretion). 2. Peak Season Bookings 50% advance payment of total value is required. 3.If the booking is made within 30 days of arrival in Sri Lanka, then full payment is required at the tim
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Can I get Internet Access?
Hotels increasingly offer Internet Wi-Fi, and Internet cafes exist in Colombo and many towns, although connection speeds can be slow outside Colombo.
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Do you have any optional activities?
Yes we have according to tour ittinery
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What is the currency?
1 Sri Lankan rupee consists of 100 cents.
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How is the Tour Guides and Naturalist Services?
We have exclusive relationships with the best Tour Guides and Naturalists in the industry including the ‘Best National Guide Lecturer’ and ‘Best Chauffeur Guide’ of the Presidential Travel & Tourism Awards. Multi Languages [Hindi, Arabic, English, French]
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Can I use credit cards to pay for meals in hotels?
Yes, Most international credit cards are accepted at major establishments including almost all major hotels. Its climate is tropical but with no seasonal variations. It has a north-east monsoon from late October to January which is mainly effective in the north and the east and south-west monsoon from May to late June which is very wet and most of the country receives lot of rain. The average temp
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Do I need Insurance?
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for the activities that you are doing on your Tour such as white rafting, elephant rides, game drive etc. All travelers booking with us need to notify us of their insurance arrangements prior to traveling.
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Can I use my mobile phone in Sri Lanka?
Yes, the International Dialling Code for the UK from Sri Lanka is 0094. Your mobile phone will connect to one of the local phone providers such as Dialog or Mobitel though you should be aware that phoning the UK this way can be expensive. If you are staying in Sri Lanka for longer periods, it would be better to consider purchasing a Sri Lankan SIM card. Top-up cards are readily available from Tele
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How long has the tour company been trading?
More than 10 years
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Do I require a Visa?
You will need to obtain an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) prior to your visit to Sri Lanka. You can apply directly for an online ETA by visiting the following website: www.eta.gov.lk. Do not apply too early as it is only valid for 90 days from the date you apply. The cost of the ETA is $20pp (about £13) if you are a UK citizen. Payment is made by either credit card or e-commerce enabled de
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What language is spoken?
Sinhala is the official language; Tamil is spoken by about 25% of the population. English is used as a second language but you will find that the locals are keen to try out their English on you
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Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
Stelaran Holidays allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Stelaran Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of stelaran holidays charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Kingdom of Kandy Tour
2 Days Starting in Colombo and ending in Colombo
Visiting: Colombo, Kandy Colombo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
101226
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 15
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat