Explore Dubai, India’s Golden Triangle & Best of Sri Lanka

Arrive at Dubai airport, meet and greet our representative at arrival area and transfer to your hotel.

Once a small fishing village in the Arabian Gulf, Dubai is today one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. One of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, Dubai is home to nearly 200 nationalities and offers a truly memorable experience to all visitors. Whether it is by the banks of the Creek, or at the top of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, Dubai lives and breathes a sense of possibility and innovation. And with an unparalleled coastline, beautiful desert and magnificent cityscapes, memories are just waiting to be made here.

Arrive and check in at the hotel (standard check-in time 15:00 hrs.) Early check-in will be subject to availability, for confirmed early check-in, room should be booked from previous night.

Evening Dhow Cruise Dinner at Dubai Marina Pickup time: 19:00 hrs. 2 hours cruising time. You are picked from your hotel and spend an unforgettable evening on the dhow cruise for one-of-its-kind experience. Take in the panoramic views of the dazzling lights and amazing architecture of Dubai. Treat your taste buds to a delicious international buffet including a variety of Arabic dishes accompanied by beverages. Enjoy an evening full of entertainment with Tanoura Dance Show and live music, while relishing your meal.

At 22:30 the Dhow docks at Wharfage again and you will be transferred to your hotel. A good blend of Arabic and International music soothes your ears. A sumptuous buffet dinner with a wide array of continental and oriental dishes, along with an excellent selection of beverages, is available.

Notes:
• Operation subject to weather conditions
• The order of sights may vary
• Inclusions:Cruise on Marina, Buffet Dinner (water & soft drinks)

Overnight in the hotel

Today morning, after breakfast, you will proceed for guided city tour of Dubai with English speaking local guide. Your tour can be started either from historic or modern Dubai, depending upon either your pick-up or drop-off location.

In historical Dubai, you will be visiting Dubai Museum located in the ancient Al Fahidi Fort, Dubai Creek and Abra also known as water taxi (city’s oldest mode of transportation). Later drive past The Gold Souk renowned for its wide collection of gold jewellery. The colorful and aromatic Spice Souk in one of Dubai’s heritage areas.

In modern Dubai, you will be driving past Jumeirah Road, la Mer beach & market, Photo-stop at Jumeirah Beach and Burj Al Arab. Next head to visit Palm Jumeirah–a man-made island built in the shape of a palm, where you will be drive past the luxurious Atlantis, The Palm. Later drive past Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Canal, Burj Khalifa and Zabeel Palace before being dropped off back at your hotel. Then you will proceed to the downtown area to visit the iconic Burj Khalifa–the tallest building in the world. Later, enjoy your time at the Dubai Mall–World’s largest mall!

At the Top-Burj Khalifa: No building in modern history has aroused so much curiosity and intrigue as has Burj Khalifa. Your-At the Top, Burj Khalifa-visit will answer all your questions. From your vantage point on “Level 124” of the world’s tallest building, you will experience what it is like to seethe world from such a lofty height.

Your visit begins in the reception area on the lower ground level of The Dubai Mall. Here and throughout your journey, you will be entertained and informed by a multi-media presentation that chronicles Dubai’s exotic history and the fascinating story of Burj Khalifa. Leave the reception area aboard the 65-metre-long travellator on a trip that transports you through time, from the earliest days of Dubai to the present. Pause briefly at a unique viewing point for your first close-up view of the soaring Burj Khalifa, seen through a skylight framing its awe-inspiring height. Begin your vertical ascent to the observation deck in a high-speed elevator, travelling at 10 meters per second. As the doors open, floor-to-ceiling glass walls provide a breath-taking unobstructed 360-degree view of the city, the desert and the ocean.

By night, sparkling lights and stars compete for your attention. Special telescopes provide virtual time-travel visions of the scenes beyond and below. You’ll see close-up real-time views as well as the past and the future, by day and by night. You can also walk the entire perimeter for the most comprehensive views. If you wish, venture out onto the open-air terrace to enjoy another perspective of the sweeping views below. You can even shop around and take home a truly unique souvenir of your visit.

The tour typically lasts for 1 hour. On return, you will be taking with you a fuller appreciation of this architectural wonder and a deeper understanding of Dubai’s remarkable vision. After this, you are dropped back to your hotel.

Overnight stay at a hotel.

Breakfast in the hotel. Morning is at leisure

Afternoon around 15:15 hrs you will meet your driver, who is also your guide, at the hotel lobby and then head out to the desert of a Desert Safari Extravaganza! Climb into a rugged 4×4 vehicle to venture along the desert’s giant sand dunes in this adventure safari, featuring the flavours of a BBQ dinner along with the entertainment of a belly dance. While on safari you are driven through camel camps before arriving at the camp in the desert, which is maintained in traditional Arabic style. Savour a wonderful BBQ dinner, be entranced with the lithe movements of a belly dancer and enjoy time at leisure. A henna artist will show you how, for special occasions, the people of this region have their feet and hands painted with delicate colours of henna. If you want, you may even become acquainted with the Bedouin way of transportation-riding a camel.

Highlights:
• Pick up by land cruisers (15:00-15:30 during winter / 15:30–16:00 during summer)
• Dune bashing
• Stop at high dunes for a spectacular scene of the desert.
• At the Bedouin camp, you get a traditional welcome-Arabic coffee with dates, tea, coffee and water.
• Food starters like Shawarma and Falafel
• Camel riding, Henna painting and Shisha
• Buffet style BBQ Dinner with soft drinks
• Belly dance show (no belly dance show during Ramadan)
• Return transfer to hotel approximately 21:30-22:00

Note:
• This excursion involves travel along rough and bumpy surfaces and is not suitable for guests with physical disabilities, back ailments, heart patients and pregnant women.
• The 4 WD vehicles have 6 seats for passengers. However, we recommend seating only 5 passengers for their comfort.
• Toilet facilities are available at the Camp
• The Tour is inclusive of International Buffet Dinner, Mineral Water and Soft Drinks. Return to your hotel for the night.

Overnight in Dubai.

Come aboard, we’ll take on a delightful trip to the most beautiful garden in the world–the Dubai Miracle Garden. The largest natural flower garden in the world deserves your visit, especially when it boasts of over 45 million flowers from the world across various different species. Arranged in unbelievably beautiful shapes, designs and themes, the flower garden is a sensory delight to your senses. A world free of worries and only natural scent; Miracle Garden is your answer to man’s amazing creativity. Almost like a stunning riot of colours all over, the Miracle Garden has different tiers and levels adorned with flowers brought from all over the world and grown in the desert land of Dubai. From heart shaped flowers for the romantics to the vertical and horizontal landscaped designs that are a treat to eyes; Miracle Garden doesn’t cease to surprise in every step. This tour makes an exquisite trip to this beautiful fairyland comfortably and luxuriously possible for all our esteemed guests.

Enjoy the outdoor water pools, flower decked vintage vehicles, different shaped walkways, paths covered with magnificent mini umbrellas, and some unbelievably amazing designs that refresh your mind, body and soul.

Global Village: There’s something magical about Global Village. This festival park brings cultures together and discover different countries around the world in just a few hours. Meander from London’s Big Ben to the leaning tower of Pisa in Italy, take selfies against the romantic backdrop of the Taj Mahal or travel back in time to Ancient Egypt. There’s so much to enjoy with more than 75 countries displaying traditional handicrafts and snacks across 30+ pavilions. You will delight in the bright lights and lively atmosphere created by parades, plays, and all kinds of shows, from fire-breathing street performances to breakdancing and musicals. Plus, there’s even more fun to be had with over 50 games and thrilling rides at the region’s largest funfair. Keep an eye out for Global Village’s mascot, Globo, and his adventures across the globe with Scaredy Bat and more! It is open-air fun you.

Return to your hotel for the night.

Overnight in Dubai.

After breakfast in the hotel, you will be met and transfer to Dubai airport in time to connect flight for Delhi. Delhi is a city that bridges two different worlds. Old Delhi, once the capital of Islamic India, is a labyrinth of narrow lanes lined with crumbling Havelis and formidable mosques. In contrast, the imperial city of New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings. Delhi has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many a times the city was built, destroyed and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, a number of Delhi’s rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators.

Upon arrival at Delhi airport, you will be met and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in the hotel

After breakfast in the hotel, you will be proceed for the sightseeing tour of Old Delhi with Pedi Cab and New Delhi which includes drive pass Red Fort; Chandni Chowk (Silver Street) famed for its colorful bazaars in narrow lanes; visit the Jama Masjid–Mosque, which is the country’s largest mosque, Raj Ghat–the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi; India Gate–a 42 meters high, freestanding arch built as a war memorial; Rashtrapati Bhawan, which is the official residence of the President of India; Humayun’s Tomb–set in wonderful gardens built in the Mughal Emperors memory by his wife; Qutub Minar–a 72 meters high tower built in 1199 A.D.

Overnight in the hotel

After breakfast in the hotel, you will drive to Jaipur (approx. 250 kms/5 hrs) Jaipur was founded in 1728 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh. Jaipur is where modernity and tradition exist side by side. The walled city, vibrant with colours, houses the City Palace, an astronomical observatory and a bustling bazaar where artisans fashion puppets, silver jewellery, lac bangles and other handicrafts in their workshops. At a short distance is the Amber Fort Palace at Amber.

Upon arrival in Jaipur, you will proceed to check in at your hotel,

Optional: Evening Cooking demonstrations followed by dinner about different ingredients, cooking techniques, and the significance of various dishes within a cultural context.

Overnight in the hotel

After breakfast in the hotel, you will proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jaipur which starts with a visit to the Amber Fort, 11 kms away from the city. Amber was the ancient capital of Jaipur state. The fort is a superb example of Rajput architecture, stunningly situated on a hill side, overlooking a lake. The climb to the fort is on gaily bedecked Elephants. The tour also includes a photo stop at the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) with it’s façade of all pink windows and filigree screens, and visits to the City Palace and Museum, still the home of the former Royalty of Jaipur and now housing a Museum that has an extensive collection of art, carpets and old weapons. Finish the tour by visiting the Jantar Mantar (observatory) built in 1728, with its striking instruments and construction for measuring the positions of stars, planets, altitudes and calculating eclipses.

Overnight in the hotel

After breakfast in the hotel, you will drive to Agra (approx. 235 kms/4 hrs) Agra is the city of the Taj Mahal and capital of the erstwhile Mughal Empire. Agra is also the gateway to the legendary Braj region, the land of Lord Krishna. Situated on the west bank of River Yamuna, Agra is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It is as loved by Indians as it is by foreigners who throng here in large numbers to admire its beauty. En-route visit Abhaneri Stepwell which is famous for Chand Baori step well and Harshat Mata Temple.

Later visit Fatehpur Sikri–a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the outskirts of Agra, built by Mughal emperor Akbar, is a hidden gem renowned for its red sandstone structures, intricate carvings, and expansive gardens, offering a captivating glimpse into the historical Mughal era.

Upon arrival at Agra, you will be met and transfer to hotel.

Overnight in the hotel

After breakfast in the hotel, you will proceed for the sightseeing tour of Agra visiting Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday’s). Said to be one of the most elegant and harmonious buildings in the world, Taj Mahal is the manifestation of the wealth and luxury of Mughal art as seen in its architecture, garden design, painting, and calligraphy. Then you will visit the red sandstone Agra Fort. The red sandstone Agra Fort was renovated and converted into a palace during Shah Jahan’s time, and reworked extensively with marble and pietra dura inlay. Notable buildings in the fort include the Pearl Mosque, the Diwan-e-Am and Diwan-e-Khas (halls of public and private audience), Jehangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal, Sheesh Mahal (mirrored palace), and Musamman Burj.

Later you will drive to Delhi (220 kms/ approx. 4 hours). Upon arrival in Delhi, you will proceed to check in at your hotel

Overnight in the hotel

After breakfast at the hotel, you will transfer to Delhi Airport for your flight to Colombo. Popularly known as the ‘garden city of the West’, Colombo is said to be a planet in itself. Besides golden beaches, the city has stirring mountains and picturesque scenery. The significant places in Colombo city include the Gangarmaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park.

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transfer to your hotel, following which the day is at leisure.

In the evening explore the nightlife in casinos, casinos are another attraction in Colombo which are very popular. This is an exciting and addictive thing that you can get into the experience of casinos in Colombo is altogether different.

Dinner & Overnight in the hotel.

After breakfast transfer to Sigiriya (Approx. 175 kms/4 hrs), En-route to Sigiriya visit the Pinnwala Elephant Orphanage. This is not a zoo, but something bigger and more interesting. It is a breeding ground for Asian elephants who are left abandoned due to unforeseeable circumstances. Reconnect with nature and wildlife as you witness the way elephants are treated and cared for, the elephants being fed milk, their bathing routine, and their interaction with each other. After your visit to the orphanage, enjoy lunch on the way and start your journey back towards Sigiriya.

Upon reaching your hotel in Sigiriya, relish the hospitable treatment you receive and complete your check-in formalities before proceeding to your room. The evening is free for you to rest or explore the nearby places to your hotel.

Dinner & Overnight in the hotel.

Wake up in the morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel and head out to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress admiring the captivating views of the city from this ancient site. Hike along with steep steps and boulders and get rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding area and the best view of Sigiriya Lion Rock. The hike through dense forest is thrilling, and the mesmerizing views at the top make it worth all the effort. You need to go through an ancient Buddhist temple before beginning the ascent.

Drive to Kandy (Approx. 90 kms/2 hrs.) Kandy is a large city in central Sri Lanka. It’s set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforest. The city’s heart is scenic Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake), which is popular for strolling. Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) shrine, celebrated with the grand Esala Perahera annual procession.

En-route Kandy, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dambulla Cave Temple that consists of 80 documented caves. Visit the magnificent Spice Garden where you can have an interesting insight into the spice production of Sri Lanka.

Continue your drive to Kandy, Upon arrival check in at your hotel.

In the evening, catch a panoramic view of the picturesque town from upper lake drive. Visit a Kandyan Dance performance and be treated to a spectacular fire walking finale.

Dinner & Overnight in the hotel.

After breakfast in the hotel, you will proceed for the sightseeing tour of Kandy. Visit the Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue is the biggest Buddha statue in Sri Lanka nestled within the hilltops above Kandy and offers a panoramic view of the city. Further proceed to the beautiful golden-roofed Buddhist Temple in the heart of Kandy, where you can see the legendary tooth relic of Buddha, which is enclosed inside several golden boxes, covered in jewels.

Later you can stroll around Kandy Lake, which is also known as the “Sea of Milk” and relax in nature. Visit the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden. This Botanical Garden was originally built as a garden of enjoyment by a Sinhalese King and was extended by the British. Its extension is almost a 60-hectare, offering an incredible variety of trees, plants, and flowers, around 4000 species. In the middle of the garden, we find one of the largest collections of orchids in the world.

Upon arrival check in to your hotel.

Dinner & Overnight in the hotel.

After enjoying your breakfast you can proceed to Nuwara Eliya (Approx. 76 kms/2.30 hrs) and enjoy the scenic landscapes on the way. (By Train).

Visit Tea Factory which enables you to see, smell, taste, and touch the Tea at every stage of the production process and get an understanding of why certain teas taste as they do. You will also get an opportunity to enjoy a cup of unique Ceylon tea. After checking in to your accommodation in Nuwara Eliya, finish the procedures and unwind for a while.

Upon arrival check in to your hotel.

In the evening, you can visit Gregory Lake and enjoy the happy vibe. Explore the Bale Bazaar, popularly known as the winter market you can buy winter products as a souvenir.

Dinner & Overnight in the hotel.

After breakfast in the hotel, you will proceed for the city tour in Nuwara Eliya. Proceed towards Hakgala Botanical Gardens, which is home to various wildlife, including bears, monkeys, and birds.

Later you will drive to Bentota (Approx. 215 kms/06 hrs) Get warm hospitality as you arrive at your hotel in Bentota, Bentota is a resort town on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast. Its long Bentota Beach stretches north, where it becomes a sandy strip known as Paradise Island, parallel to Bentota Lagoon. Coral-rich dive sites include Canoe Rock. On Bentota River, centuries-old Galapota Temple has a large Buddha statue. Southeast is Lunuganga, the estate and gardens of architect Geoffrey Bawa. Northeast is his brother Bevis’s Brief Garden.

Upon arrival check in at your hotel.

Dinner & Overnight in the hotel.

After enjoying a lavish breakfast head towards Madhu River to enjoy a boat ride along the islets forested with a rich profusion of mangrove trees, exotic varieties of birds, etc., and come across more than one hundred eleven species of birds in their natural habitat. Then visit Kosgoda turtle farm, turtles are a protected species in Sri Lanka, where we can find 5 of the 8 varieties of tortoise in the world. On the south coast of the country, it is easy to see them appear on the beach at night to spawn. Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is a farm created to preserve this endangered species. The eggs are collected and quickly reburied in the sand to protect them from birds, crabs, and humans.

It also takes care of the turtles until their navel is closed and they are returned to the sea. Do some watersports in Bentota. Bentota is the water-sports capital of Sri Lanka-Available options are the following activities like Windsurfing, Surfing, Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, Bodyboarding, Banana riding, Tube ride, Jet-ski, Deep Sea Fishing, River Fishing, Snorkeling, Diving and River cruises.

Well-trained and experienced instructors and certificate holders are pleased to welcome guests in the water sports center and to assist them in the discovery of the richness of the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean. Once done come back to the hotel and you can chill at the beach pool of the hotel.

Dinner & Overnight in the hotel.

Have a refreshing breakfast at the hotel and then get ready to check out as the holiday in Sri Lanka ends today and now you will be transferred to the Colombo international airport (Approx. 108 kms/2 hrs) in time to connect flight for onward destination.