About Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a teardrop-shaped island country in the Indian Ocean, towards the south of India. Earlier known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka is a destination that has always been quite popular for tourism. Even today, Sri Lanka packages from Mumbai are a top choice among travellers. Blessed with nature, culture, and history, with landscapes carpeted by fragrant tea estates and modern cities that hug the beautiful coastline, offering expansive experiences, from water sports to hiking or just relaxing at the beautiful beaches, Sri Lanka tourism packages suit the needs of all kinds of travellers. ‘The Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ truly has something for everyone.
The tropical climate, serene beaches, incredible cuisine, the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya, water sports, rare wildlife, verdant landscapes, hiking trails and water sports, the strong Buddhist lineage, intriguing colonial history, cave temples, a medieval citadel, and many more aspects of Sri Lanka have helped this country join the bucket lists of innumerable travellers. Explore the many deals for Sri Lanka tour packages from Mumbai at Veena World for a cost-effectively priced option that suits your plans. Or you can personalise your trip to Sri Lanka from Mumbai as per your preferences with Veena World’s Customised Holidays.
Best Time for Booking Your Sri Lanka Tourism Packages from Mumbai
Sri Lanka is a destination that you can visit all-year-round. boasting of coastal temperatures that range around 25-30 °C and highland temperatures that range around 15-18 °C. The summer months (May to September), with their dry and sunny weather, are best suited if you want to visit the east coast or northern regions of Sri Lanka. During the same months, the west and southwest coasts of Sri Lanka experience rains. For visiting the west and southwest regions, the winter months (October to February) are the best for planning a trip to Sri Lanka from Mumbai.
Best Places to Visit in Sri Lanka
Whether you are looking for Sri Lanka honeymoon packages from Mumbai or for a family tour, there is plenty to do in Sri Lanka. The island country has a wide range of tourist attractions, from picturesque landscapes to towering mountain peaks, lush green tea gardens and amazing beaches, where you can witness nature at its best. There are also plenty of ancient monuments that you can visit with the right Sri Lanka tourism packages from Mumbai.
Some of the top tourist attractions in Sri Lanka that you should definitely consider adding to the itinerary of your Sri Lanka packages from Mumbai:
- Yala National Park: Designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1900, this national park is one of the first two national parks of Sri Lanka. Known for housing an abundance of indigenous fauna and spellbinding natural vistas, Yala National Park is definitely worth a visit.
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress: This is a popular addition to the itinerary of most Sri Lanka honeymoon packages from Mumbai. The rock fortress and palace were built by King Kashyapa (473-495). Sigiriya or Lion Rock, rises 200 meters above the ground and has about 1200 steps that you must climb to get to the top. Here, you can explore the remnants of an ancient civilisation, including relics of a palace and monastery. You don’t have to be a history buff to appreciate the beauty of this fortress.
- Colombo Lotus Tower: With a height of 368 meters, the Colombo Lotus Tower takes pride in being South Asia's tallest free-standing structure. Originally, it was built as a hub for the country's radio, TV, and mobile phone networks and their antennas. However, it has become quite a popular tourist attraction in the country thanks to its unique, lotus bulb-inspired design.
- Sri Lanka National Museum: Get a closer look at the fascinating history of the Sri Lankan people and their culture at the National Museum. It exhibits a large collection of various kinds of artefacts, crafts, ancient jewellery, coins and much more. The museum is inside a Victorian colonial building, which in itself is also worth checking out, and exhibits everything in chronological order across multiple levels.
- The Temple of the Tooth: Holding tremendous religious significance for people who follow Buddhism, this temple is said to house one of Gautam Buddha’s teeth. It is said that this tooth was taken from him while he was on his deathbed and brought to Sri Lanka.
- Gangaramaya Temple: This is one of the most iconic Buddhist temples in the country, and a popular addition for Sri Lanka tour packages from Mumbai. This 19th-century temple was originally built around a sacred tree to house a lock of Buddha's hair. Another interesting thing about the temple complex is that it also has a vintage car museum that features a 1930s Mercedes and a very rare Rolls-Royce Ghost from the 1920s. Another attraction is a religious museum that has a large collection of religious coins, jewellery, and sculptures.
- Adam’s Peak: This 7,359 feet tall conical mountain is considered sacred by several religions. This mountain features a large boulder at the summit that has a footprint upon it. Buddhists believe that this is a footprint of Gautam Buddha, while Christians and Muslims consider it to be Adam’s, and Hindus believe it to be that of Lord Shiva. In addition to this, Adam’s Peak offers some stunning views of the surroundings well, and climbing the mountain is a real adventure that you shouldn’t miss.
- Galle Fort: Located in the southern part of the country, Galle Fort is a 16th-century Dutch fortress. Originally built by the Portuguese during their reign in Sri Lanka, it has become a popular tourist attraction today. Surrounded by astounding natural beauty, this fort shows an amazing amalgamation of age-old architecture and antiquity.
Explore the Best Sri Lanka Tour Packages from Mumbai at Veena World
At Veena World, you can find a wide range of all-inclusive family, solo trip, group, and honeymoon packages from Mumbai to Sri Lanka for the best deals. The packages have been specially curated to meet the varying needs of all kinds of travellers and their budgets. Whether you are planning a budget trip, a luxury getaway, an adventure, or are on your honeymoon, you can find suitable Sri Lanka tour packages from Mumbai at Veena World and choose based on their itineraries, price, duration, etc.
For a more personalised experience, where you have the flexibility to decide all aspects of the trip, including the duration of the trip, type of accommodation to be booked, the day-to-day itineraries, etc., you can opt for Veena World’s Customised Holidays. After all, nothing beats a vacation that is tailored to perfection to suit your preferences.