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What to do and see in Ratnapura, Sabaragamuwa Province: The Best Day Trips from
Ratnapura (Sinhalese: රත්නපුර; Tamil: இரத்தினபுரி) ("City of Gems" in Sinhala and Tamil) is a major city in Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of Sabaragamuwa Province, as well as the Ratnapura District, and is a traditional centre for the Sri Lankan gem trade. It is located on the Kalu Ganga (Black River) in south-central Sri Lanka, some 101 km (63 mi) southeast of the country's capital, Colombo. Ratnapura is also spelled as Rathnapura.
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1. Ratnapura Full Day Tour with Water Falls, Gem Mines and Saman Devalaya
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour goes southeast via Avissawella through every shade and tone of rich green to yellow green of the rubber plantations, paddy fields and tea estates. Before reaching Ratnapura you will visit the Bopath Ella waterfalls with a height of approximately 100 feet or 30 meter. On to Ratnapura, City of Gems and see Adam’s Peak (in the distance) – a 2,243m mountain venerated by Buddhists, Hindus and Muslims. After lunch, visit one of the famous gem mines of Ratnapura. Gems such as the Blue, Star and Yellow Sapphires, Cat’s Eyes, Rubies, Alexandrites, Amethysts, Zircons, Topaz and Tourmalines are found here. There will be an opportunity to watch a gem cutter and polisher at work and also visit at a lapidary. The last stop will be at the Saman Devala, an important shrine for Budhists, is devoted to God Saman a Buddhist deity who is regarded the guardian of Ratnapura. .
Inclusions: Experience Chaffer Guide, Transport by A/C Vehical Colombo to Rathnapura & Back to Colombo, Mineral Water Bottle, Goverment Charges & Tax
Exclusions: Entrance Fees, Any Other Servise not mentioned above
Reviewed By sachithsuryanarayan
I had come to Sri Lanka to attend my best friend's wedding for three days, when you're in another country and had just landed from Germany had just 5 days to figure if I can do my Solo backpacking around Sri Lanka. Well backpacking takes some research and fell short of time to figure things out. That's when I was researching and came across Ceylon Travel Dream that came to my help. I was on a limited budget and a list of places which I wanted to cover in Sri Lanka, these guys organized an itenary well with constant conversations over the phone he created three itenaries and was sharing them with me. I got to choose with the one I was satisfied with. They arranged really good accomodations every night. The traveling part was perfect I had got my a very good chauffeur-guide (English speaking) Mr.Aruna who was available 24*7 and abiding my requests to what exactly to finish off each day. I was given an own well maintained car where I was travelling around everywhere in Sri Lanka. I would definitely recommend these guys because they cut out the work for you and you can take or leave it. To conclude, I had a wonderful experience of the country with it's beautiful nature and an amazing culture that I can take with me to Germany as memories. Thank you, Regards Sachith Suryanarayan
2. Udawalawe Safari Day Tour From Kandy
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Get close to local wildlife in the Sri Lankan wilderness. See whole herds of elephants feeding, bathing and playing. Look out for buffalo, monitor lizards, deer, monkeys. park's location in the dry zone of Sri Lanka. experience of the great Sri Lankan wilderness.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance fees for the historical temple of Maha Saman Devalaya and the gem museum in Ratnapura. , Four-wheel jeep fees., English speaking driver.
Exclusions: Entrance fees for udawalawe national park, Guide fees. , Food and drinks
Reviewed By 212yerayc
The guide Teterans was amazing he showed us around and was very cool guy with a lot of knowledge about the city and so friendly, he get us to local places and we tried amazing food and the tour in Colombo was brilliant.
3. 500 million years old Limestone cave tour
There are only two such places in the entire world. So this is a very special place.The only other such location is in Vietnam.If you skip this place. You will never see a place like this
Inclusions: In-person guide
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Reviewed By arunasarini
On our visit to Sri Lanka We chose As a tour guide greenwood tour operator.We think it's the right decision. Why do we say so? We are enjoying Sri Lanka.We felt Sri Lanka.We could smell sri lanka.We have seen the real Sri Lanka.All these things are because of them. They always thought of our safety. We are constantly looked after.Their service is excellent.They are there for our service 24 hours a day.Their guide service is very high.They are well known everywhere in the country. Sometimes they are just like historians.We have told them many things.Their charges are very reasonable.They have no guarantee of our money.They constantly give us more than what we paid for,All of their vehicles are brand new and very comfortable vehicles.Every driver speaks English.Every vehicle is fully insured.We are happy to say At the end of our visit to Sri Lanka It was a very sad time for them to leave They were so close to us.We have a major point to say Greenwood They also have their own hotels They were given to us free of charge.Finally we have to say The visit to Sri Lanka was a pleasant and beautiful one. If you want to go to Sri Lanka Choose them without hesitation Thank you Greenwood
4. Day Tour to Ratnapura (Gem City)
Ratnapura is a major city In the island located in the Sabaragamuwa Province. The city is the heart of the gem and jewellery industry in the country and takes its place among the top Sri Lanka points of interest to take in. Indeed, the name ‘Ratnapura’ also means ‘the city of gems’. As you travel in this beautiful city you will get the chance to visit a number of gem museums and learn more about the gem and jewellery industry. This flourishing industry has played a major role in the economy of Sri Lanka since time immemorial. It is the seventh largest export contributor in the country. Apart from gems there are many more landmarks nearby which are very popular among travelers including the Bopath Ella, Delgamuwa Rajamaha Viharaya and the Batadombalena cave. This tour is inclusive of all entrance fees and lunch.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Lunch, All entrance fees, Hotel pick up and drop off
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5. Explore Gem Mines in Rathnapura from Mount Lavinia
(SKU: LK60661400) This tour takes you on an interesting day-long foray to explore Ratnapura, Sri Lanka's ancient City of Gemstones. Learn about the ancient history of this mining city. Watch the traditional miners at work at a moonstone mine. See how gems are washed and treated. Visit the Sri Lanka Gem Museum in Ratnapura. Make optional purchases of certified high-quality gems.
Inclusions: Service of an English speaking chauffeur guide., Hotel pickup and drop-off., Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle., Water bottle Per Person
Exclusions: Entrance Ticket (if any), Food and drinks., Gratuities
6. Explore Gem Mines in Rathnapura from Colombo
(SKU:LK60053001) Ratnapura owns gems of ranging quality. Precious and semi-precious stones such as Sapphires, Rubies, Amethysts and the tools used to cut including the methodology of the industry are exhibited in the Gem Museum at Ratnapura.
Inclusions: An english speaking driver with expert knowldge of the city., Hotel pickup and drop-off., Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle., Water bottle Per Person
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks., Entrance Ticket (if any)
7. Explore Gem Mines in Rathnapura from Wadduwa
(SKU:LK60330800) Ratnapura owns gems of ranging quality. Precious and semi-precious stones such as Sapphires, Rubies, Amethysts and the tools used to cut including the methodology of the industry are exhibited in the Gem Museum at Ratnapura.
Inclusions: Service of an English speaking chauffeur guide., Hotel pickup and drop-off., Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle., Water bottle Per Person
Exclusions: Entrance Ticket (if any), Food and drinks., Gratuities
8. Explore Gem Mines in Rathnapura from Panadura
(SKU:LK60340800) Ratnapura owns gems of ranging quality. Precious and semi-precious stones such as Sapphires, Rubies, Amethysts and the tools used to cut including the methodology of the industry are exhibited in the Gem Museum at Ratnapura.
Inclusions: Service of an English speaking chauffeur guide., Hotel pickup and drop-off., Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle., Water bottle Per Person
Exclusions: Entrance Ticket (if any), Food and drinks., Gratuities
9. Gem tour around Kandy / Ratnapura / Beruwala Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka has a wonderful history for gem industry, It has gained a good reputation for gems.It is largely known for expensive sapphires and rubies,main types of gemstone found in Sri Lanka. It belongs tp five major categories,which are;corundum, chrysoberyl, spinel, garnet and tourmaline.Sri Lanka has a good name for quality gems all around the world. We will pick up all travellers around Colombo, in this tour firstly we will move to Kandy Gem Market after that Ratnapura Gem Market and Beruwala Gem market ,dorp-off to Colombo. We guaranty that this package will be become one of your marvelous experience about varity kind unique gems in Sri Lanka what you have gained so far.Certainly this amazing tour will become as an unforgettable memory in your heart. If you wish to make any changes to program we are flexible to do the needful since we are giving priority for your desire.
Inclusions: One water bottle (500ml) per person per day, Private Tour, English Speaking guide, Private transport, One face mask per person per day
Exclusions: Any Expences of Personal Nature, anything not mentioned under inclusion, Any meals during the tour.
10. One day trip to the gem city - Rathnapura
Ratnapura is one of the major cities of Sri Lanka. The place is famous for being the gem trading center of Sri Lanka and hence derives its name ‘Ratna’ (gems) and ‘pura’ (town). The place is also home to some scenic spots and waterfalls that you would love to visit on your Ratnapura trip. There are so many places to visit in Ratnapura that you might get confused as to which place to visit first. • Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour • Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-offs • Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Inclusions: Hotel Pickup and Drop Off, Entrance Fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch, Bottled water
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