tour details

Helito is a luxury journey by both land and air that will take you around the island for 13 days. You will explore and enjoy Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, and Galle before returning to Colombo one last time. Visit popular tourist attractions and enjoy a once in a lifetime experience that you will cherish your whole life. Windswept coastlines, misty mountains, and green forests and fields will create a divine aerial view as you fly from place to place. Travel on road will not be any less an experience, with bustling streets, rural countryside, and beautiful smiles of the people.

Itinerary

Duration:
12 Days & Nights
Starting Point:
Colombo - Airport
Ending Point:
Colombo - Airport

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Day

1 Airport - Colombo (35 Km | 45 Minutes journey)

PMJ representative will warmly welcome and assist you upon arrival and you will transfer to Colombo the capital of Sri Lanka. Arrive in Colombo and commence a guided city tour around the popular attractions of the city. Thereafter Check – in to your luxurious Stay

Overnight stay at Colombo

2 Colombo - Sigiriya (170 Km | 30 Minutes journey)

After breakfast check - out from the hotel and transfer to water’s Edge Colombo. Upon reaching Water’s Edge board to your first helicopter ride will take you to Sigiriya on air at higher heights. Upon landing you will be welcome by the hotel representative and check – in to the luxurious hotel. Relax and spend the day

Overnight stay at Sigiriya

Attractions: Scenic aerial views | Kandalama lake |Minneriya Wild sanctuary | Pidurangala Rock

3 Sigiriya

After breakfast visit the Lion’s Rock at the top where you can explore the remnants of a fortress built by king Kashyapa which is a UNESCO listed heritage site and one of the best preserved examples for an ancient urban planning of Sri Lanka. Thereafter experience an absolute classical village atmosphere by bullock carts through the village treks and taste and taste authentic Sri Lanka rice and curry lunch. In the evening obtain herbal head and shoulder relaxation at Spice Garden where smells the authentic essences of Cinnamon, Pepper, Cardamom etc. And also the visitors are provided an insight into age old industry of Spice production. Before returning to the hotel visit Dambulla cave temple which is a sacred pilgrimage site and the largest best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. In the evening return to your luxurious stay

Overnight stay at Sigiriya

Attractions: Sigiriya Rock Fortress | Dambulla cave temple | Herbal relaxation at Spice Garden |Classical Village experience in Hiriwadunna

4 Sigiriya - Kandy (100 Km | 20 Minutes)

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. In the afternoon check – out from the hotel and depart your second helicopter ride to Kandy through wavy clouds. Upon landing you will warmly welcome by the hotel representative and check – in to your luxurious hotel in Kandy. In the evening visit Gem Museum in Kandy and witness the glamorous Cultural show. After the show return to your stay and relax the day

Overnight stay at Kandy

Attractions: Aerial View |Gem Museum | Cultural Show

5 Kandy

After breakfast commence visit to Kandy attractions. Visit the temple of tooth relic where you can observe in – depth of The Last Kingdom of Kandy, culture and the traditions of Buddhism. After lunch visit the royal botanical garden where includes more than 4000 species of plants. Moreover you have an option to visit Elephant orphanage in Pinnawala which is the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. In the evening commence a guided city tour with shopping (Batik | Wood carvings | Handlooms). Return to your luxurious stay and relax the day.

Overnight stay at Kandy

Attractions: Temple of tooth relic | Royal botanical garden |Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

6 Kandy - Ella (150 Km | 20 Minutes)

After breakfast check – out from the hotel and depart your third helicopter ride over misty highlands and greenly plantations to Ella. On air you can observe down the true beauty of the island’s hills. Upon landing in Ella you will warmly welcome by the hotel representative and take you to the luxurious stay surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of tropical hills. In the evening visit Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana cave, Ravana falls which are some of the major attractions in Ella. Return to your luxurious stay and relax the day

Overnight stay at Ella

Attractions: Scenic aerial view | Nine Arch Building | Ravana Cave | Ravana Falls | Tropical Hills

7 Ella

After breakfast a hike through the greenly forest up to the little Adams Peak where you will be lost with the breathtaking scenic Landscapes of Ella. Feel & breath - in the fresh air blowing through the Gap. Return to your Luxurious stay. Relax and spend the day

Overnight stay at Ella

Attractions: Little Adams peak Hike | Ella Gap

8 Ella - Yala (130 Km | 20 Minutes)

After Breakfast check - out from the hotel and depart your fourth ride to Yala. Upon landing in Yala commence a thrilling jeep safari at the most visited National park in Sri Lanka where you can have a great chance to go into the forest and witness Wildlife's. Sloth bear and Sri Lanka leopard are the rarest animals you will find in Yala. Return to your Luxurious stay and relax the day

Overnight stay at Yala

Attractions: Yala Jeep safari | Scenic aerial view

9 Yala - Galle - Bentota (220 Km | 05 Hours)

After breakfast Check – out from the hotel and leave to Bentota via Galle. On the way visit Galle fort, Lighthouse, Dutch Museum, and Turtle Hatchery. Arrive in Bentota and check - in to your luxurious hotel. Relax and Leisure at the hotel

Overnight stay at Bentota

Attractions: Galle Fort | Lighthouse | Dutch Museum |Turtle Hatchery

10 Bentota

Enjoy your breakfast and after commence a mangrove boat safari in Madu river. Relax the whole day on the sandy beach and options for Water Sports.

Overnight stay at Bentota

Attractions: Sandy Beach | Madu river Boat safari | Water Sports

11 Bentota - Colombo- Negombo (120 Km | 03 Hours)

After breakfast Check – out from the hotel and leave to Negombo via Colombo. In Colombo you can have a shopping time. Thereafter proceed to Negombo. Upon arrive in Negombo you take around a city tour where you can visit Fish Market, Negombo Lagoon, Beach are the major attractions. In the evening taste real fresh seafood at your choice. Relax and enjoy the day

Overnight stay at Negombo

Attractions: Colombo Shopping | Fish Market | Lagoon | Beach | Sea foods

12 Negombo - Airport (08 Km | 15 Minutes)

Enjoy you breakfast. Catch your departure flight. Leave the island with along with life time memorable experiences

Safe flight!!!

WELCOME BACK TO SRI LANKA AGAIN

Route

Inclusions

Luxury Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis.
Luxury transport + services of an English speaking chauffeur/ guide.
Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
All Taxes.

Exclusions

Air Fare (Domestic | International).
All entrance ticket fees for sites & places of interest.
Cost of extra meals.
Extra Bed (Child)
Visa fee.
Miscellaneous.
Expenses of personal nature such as beverages, laundry, telephone, fax email & internet charges.
Personal gratuities or tips.

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