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Discover one of the world’s most enthralling island paradises on a tour that combines enchanting landscapes, a safari and an ocean-side stay.
Begin your tour in the colourful Sri Lankan capital, Colombo, then head to Dambulla’s Golden Temple and ancient Polonnaruwa. See the ancient fortress of Sigiriya (Lion Rock) towering above the jungle, and enjoy a journey into Sri Lanka's verdant Hill Country. Enjoy an unforgettable train ride to the nation's tea capital, Nuwara Eliya, and a safari in Yala National Park, before a visit to colourful Galle and a stay in a beach resort complete your wonderful holiday.
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Your holiday begins with an overnight flight from the UK to Colombo.
Meet your tour manager on your arrival, and then transfer to your overnight hotel. This evening, see your first stunning Sri Lankan sunset.
After breakfast, you'll journey east across the central plains. In the afternoon you’ll arrive at the World Heritage site of Dambulla, where the Royal Rock Temple is one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic sights. A vast complex of caves filled with carved and painted images sits above the town, and provides panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.
After your visit, you'll continue into Dambulla to your next hotel.
A memorable day begins with a morning trip to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, the UNESCO-listed former Sri Lankan capital. Explore the Royal Palace complex, the ancient ruins of the Quadrangle, and its Hindu and Buddhist shrines.
Spend the afternoon at the amazing rock fortress of Sigiriya, an ancient Royal retreat boasting beautiful moated gardens, painted frescoes and the archaeological treasures of Lion Rock, which towers some 180 metres above the jungle plains and is visible for miles. The energetic can climb up to see the frescoes and the mirror wall (which once shone with a coating of beeswax polish), while others will be content to keep their feet on the ground and explore the beautiful gardens and fascinating museum.
Travel south into Hill Country, for a visit to the Isiwara Spice Garden where the secrets of Sri Lanka’s typical flavours will be revealed. Enjoy a cooking demonstration, and learn about ancient healing traditions at an Ayurvedic centre.
This afternoon you’ll arrive in the gorgeous city of Kandy, which is stunningly setting amid verdant hills. One here you'll take an exhilarating tuk tuk ride through the bustling streets and along the shores of Kandy Lake to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (which is said to house one of Buddha's incisors).
Later this evening, enjoy a cultural show of traditional dance and drumming.
On one of the most memorable days of your holiday, transfer to the train station for a scenic journey through the Hill Country. Pass tea plantations, tumbling streams and plunging waterfalls as you head to the beautiful hill station of Nuwara Eliya, a former colonial retreat that retains its English heritage. Take in its relaxed atmosphere with a park or lakeside stroll.
Learn about the growing and picking processes as you explore a tea plantation, and then head to the train station for the beautiful journey to the idyllic hill village of Ella. Stroll along the disused railway track to Rawana Falls, or just take in the views. This afternoon you'll continue to Yala National Park, home to elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears and – most famously – leopards.
This morning's included safari will be a three-hour trip into the park's protected scrubland and forest, in the company of a driver-guide, and a quest to see big cats and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
You'll also have the option to join a further, late-afternoon jeep safari.
Today you'll see the elephants of the Udawalawe Transit Home, where orphans are prepared for release back to the wild, at feeding time, then journey to the gloriously colourful, exotic coastal town of Galle. The ancient fort walls of this Dutch colonial gem protected its historic old town from the worst of 2004's tragic tsunami, and today it has returned to its vibrant, bustling best. Take a tuk-tuk ride through the fascinating streets within the walls, or enjoy stroll around the battlements themselves.
Later this afternoon, we'll drive north along the sun-kissed shores of the ocean to the beautiful beach resort of Beruwela, where you'll spend your last three nights.
Rest and relax after your tour, making the most of the hotel, the beach and your surroundings. During your time here, there'll also be the opportunity to explore Sri Lanka's bustling capital, Colombo, its restored Fort area and the ancient street markets of Pettah, and to enjoy an included lunch at the Cricket Club Cafe, surrounded by cricket memorabilia dating back to the 1940s.
Bid farewell to Beruwela today and transfer to the airport to catch your overnight flight home.
You'll arrive back in the UK at the end of a wonderful Sri Lankan adventure.
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You'll be staying in a series of comfortable hotels that are conveniently located for your tour itinerary.
Group sizes on each departure on this tour are restricted to a maximum of 24 people. The usual group size is between 16 and 20. As a result you'll be able to travel in smaller vehicles, enjoy experiences and encounters (and in some cases even stay in wonderful little places) that are denied to larger groups.
British citizens require machine readable passports when travelling overseas. A visa is also required for entry to Sri Lanka. Full details of how and when to apply will be sent out about eight weeks before departure. Your passport must contain one blank page and be valid for six months beyond the entry date to Sri Lanka. The current visa charge is £25 for British Citizens.
Visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice to find out the latest Foreign And Commonwealth Office travel advice for your holiday destination, as well as information about passports and visas.
The transfer time from the airport to your first hotel is approximately 30 minutes.
You'll be staying in a series of well-located hotels, all of which will be of a four- or five-star standard. In all cases, rooms have private bathrooms and air conditioning.
A five-star resort looking out over Beira Lake and set around an expansive outdoor swimming pool, lined with palm trees. Dining options include three sophisticated restaurants, and there is a café, a lobby lounge, and a members-only library. An on-site spa and gym, as well as squash and tennis courts are available. Refined guestrooms feature views of the lake or city and TVs, mini-bars, tea/coffee-makers, and Wi-Fi.
Surrounded by a forested landscape, this wilderness retreat encompasses a butterfly garden, sprawling outdoor swimming pool, a two-story spa, and tennis courts. Spacious, air-conditioned guestrooms each have a private balcony, a TV, mini-bar, safe, tea/coffee-maker, hairdryer and Wi-Fi. Two restaurants offer international and local dishes, and drinks can be mused over in the café that opens onto a veranda or the lounge bar.
This refined hotel, positioned on the banks of the Mahaweli River and backed by verdant hills, promises an incredibly tranquil stay. An outdoor swimming pool, enclosed by a terrace is situated alongside the calm waters of the river, as is the hotel’s restaurant, and a bar plays regular live music. There is also a fitness centre and a selection of indoor sports. Presenting garden views, the relaxed guestrooms have mini-bars, TVs, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi.
Radiating the opulence of a bygone era, this colonial-style property is a landmark of Sri Lanka, based in the Blue Mountains region. The plush architecture is embraced by tropical grounds, and facilities include a shopping arcade, spa, an indoor pool, and two restaurants, with local and international menus. Each regally decorated guestroom has a TV, mini-fridge, hairdryer, and tea/coffee-making facilities.
A resort situated outside of the Yala National Park and only a few minutes away from the pristine beaches of the Indian Ocean. Each air-conditioned chalet, set in the jungle, has a private porch, a TV, mini-fridge, and tea/coffee-making facilities. A lounge, rooftop bar and buffet restaurant offer open-air seating, and guests can make use of the outdoor swimming pool, with a sundeck and sublimely situated spa.
Built on a sandy beach on the shores of the Indian Ocean, this resort, intermingled with palm trees, looks out onto a large swimming pool. Interiors are inspired by local culture, and the 158 guestrooms, each with a private balcony, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities, a safe, and air conditioning, provide peaceful places to relax. Three dining spaces offer a range of cuisines, and there is a gym and an Ayurvedic spa.
Should circumstances require, we reserve the right to accommodate you in a conveniently located, alternative hotel of a similar standard.
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