Splendours of Sri Lanka Tour + Maldives
Explore the lustrous 'pearl of the Indian Ocean' as you travel from the sun soaked beaches through lush jungles to the verdant hill country.
Why not combine your tour of Sri Lanka with a relaxing stay in the exotic Maldives, consisting of 1,000 coral islands, grouped in shallow water atolls. The crystal clear turquoise waters teeming with marine life offer fantastic opportunities for snorkelling, diving and watersports. On day 9 of your tour, fly to the Maldives and your chosen resort for the next 8 nights.
One of the many statues of The Buddha
Idyllic Maldives
A Maldivian sunset
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sigiriya Rock Fortress is both serene and spectacular
Beautiful beaches
A typical seaplane
The lovely Cloud Maiden frescoes half way up Sigiriya Rock Fortress
The views from the top of Sigiriya Rock Fortress are spectacular
A warm welcome awaits
You'll see many incredible statues of The Buddha
One of the fascinating Rock Caves at Dambulla
Gal Vihara
King's Palace, Polonnaruwa
One of the temples at Polonnaruwa
The Temple of the Tooth in Kandy
The cooler climate around Nuwara Eliya is home to the famous tea plantations
Tea pickers near St Claire waterfall
The countryside en route to Nuwara Eliya
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: Depart UK.
DAY 2: Arrive Colombo.
On arrival in Colombo you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon, enjoy an included tour of this bustling city. Highlights include the Ul Alfar Mosque, St Lucia's Cathedral and the Pettah Bazaar. The remainder of the day is free to explore at your leisure, perhaps taking a stroll along the ocean front promenade.
DAY 3: Colombo - Anuradhapura - Mihintale - Sigiriya.
Today we travel to Anuradhapura to visit the ruins of Sri Lanka's one time capital, which dates back to the 4th century BC. Here you will see an array of ancient palaces, temples, stupas and the holy Bo-tree, the oldest recorded tree in the world. After lunch we visit Mihintale and then continue to Sigiriya for two nights. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Sigiriya.
This morning visit the fascinating Sigiriya Rock Fortress or Lion's Rock, built on by controversial King Kasyapa, as a retreat from his enemies. It is surrounded by a moat and network of gardens and rises majestivally 656 feet above the green forests. Climb to the top for breathtaking views of the beautiful Sri Lankan countryside, and on the way, you will see the famous 'Cloud Maidens' frescoes painted on the rock wall. In the afternoon, visit Polonnaruwa and enjoy a sightseeing tour of its ancient ruins, featuring the remains of the Royal Palace, the statue of King Parakramabahu, the Thuparama Image House, and the majestic Buddha statues of the Gal Vihara. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: Sigiriya - Kandy.
In the morning you'll visit the fascinating Dambulla Rock Cave Temple which comprises of five caverns, each amazingly preserved, containing frescoes and statues of the Buddha. Lunch will be taken in Matale en route to Kandy, the cultural centre of Sri Lanka. Tonight, visit a cultural show and be entertained by Kandyan dancers and drummers. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: Kandy.
Today, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, which are renowned for their collection of orchids, spices and medicinal plants, and the famous Temple of the Tooth, where it is said that the tooth of Buddha is enshrined. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya.
Enjoy wonderful scenery as you drive up through the mountains to Nuwara Eliya, a little slice of England. The town was a favourite hill station of the British, and has a post office, a golf club, an old race course and even a cooler climate - all straight out of the Home Counties. En route you'll visit a tea estate and see how tea is manufactured, and your overnight stay will be in a colonial-style hotel. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Nuwara Eliya - Colombo.
An included visit to Kitulgala, the site used for the filming of the famous film 'Bridge over the River Kwai', before heading to Colombo for an overnight stay. (B)
DAY 9: Colombo - Maldives.
Today fly to Male and your chosen hotel for the next 8 nights.
DAY 10 to 16: Maldives.
Time at leisure in your hotel. This string of palm topped coral islands grouped in atolls, offers flawless white beaches and amazingly clear waters to swim, snorkel and dive in; an absolute dream for beach worshippers and divers alike.
DAY 17: Male - UK.
Today you will be taken to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
Summer Island Village
Summer Island Village
Summer Island Village
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Summer Island Village
A relaxing resort, ideal for those seeking a simple beach holiday. Laze on the beach, try some watersports and in the evenings, linger in the starlit, thatched bar. Diving is a popular pastime here and guests can even watch regular visitors such as rays and tropical fish from the jetty.
Location: The hotel occupies a small island in North Malé Atoll, a 1 hour 45 minute fast boat ride from Malé airport.
Facilities: Buffet-style restaurant; bar; spa; watersports (9am-12.30 and 2-6pm); scuba-diving centre; badminton; table tennis; table football; chess board; darts; gift shop; laundry service; hairdryer; tea and coffee/kettle for hire.
Price includes: All inclusive in a twin or double room with private facilities (some showers are partially open-air); terrace; ceiling fan; air-conditioning; partial sea view.
Options: Water bungalow; seaplane transfer (10 minutes).
ALL THIS INCLUDED
Meals: Full board; sandwiches or biscuits with tea and coffee available from 4-6pm.
Drinks: House wine by the glass and selected non-premium brand whisky, vodka, rum, gin, beer; cocktail of the day; soft drinks (excluding Diet Coke) and bottled water available from 9am-midnight.
Activities: Snorkelling trip by boat twice a day (equipment not included).
Splendours of Sri Lanka Tour + Maldives 15 nights
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Splendours of Sri Lanka Tour + Maldives
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Holiday Highlights
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Dambulla Rock cave temple
- Polonnaruwa Gal Vihara
- Kandy Temple of the Tooth, Botanical Gardens, cultural show
- Nuwara Eliya Tea estate
Departures from
- Birmingham
- Glasgow
- London Gatwick
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
- Newcastle
Departures between
25 Jun 2012 to 25 Mar 2013
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