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Sri Lanka
Itinerary Day 01
U.K. – Sri Lanka 11th of November 2018
Fly from U.K. to Colombo
Day 02
Airport – Kandy 15th of October 2018
Arrival and Transfer to Kandy
Approximate Travel Time: 03 Hrs
Enroute visit Spice Gradens at Mawanella (Optional) The wealth and variety of Sri Lankan spices provided ideal grounds for traditional Ayurveda. Ayurveda is an ancient form of medicine, the Science of Long life , using natural remedies to achieve physical and mental well being. Herbs, spices and their natural oils figure prominently in Ayurveda massage and alternative therapies. Sri Lankan spices are used in a range of perfume, soap and other cosmetics, aromatherapy essential oils and Ayurveda toothpaste based on 24 herbs and spices.
Kandy The hill capital of Kandy, the last stronghold of Sinhala kings against the British Empire, lies picturesquely surrounded by mountains and rivers just 115 km away from Colombo. Kandy features the most sacred of all Buddhist shrines - the temple of the tooth or The Dalada Maligawa, which holds the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. The temple is surrounded by the charming Bogambara Lake, adding tranquility into the hearts and souls of the thousands of devotees that flock the city of Kandy each day. This is also the location in which the annual Esala Perahera, one of the most sought after events in the country takes place. Other popular attractions in and around Kandy include the Royal Botanical Gardens, the picturesque Victoria Golf Course and the Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawela.
Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort
Day 03
Golfing at Kandy 16th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Early morning Play Golf round 01 at Victoria Golf Club Enjoy a great golf vacation in an eco-friendly setting in the majestic city of Kandy. The Victoria
Golf & Country resort spanning over 517 acres of lush green land are surrounded by the blue
waters of the Victoria Reservoir against the backdrop of the Knuckles mountain range.
Designed by renowned golf-course architect Donald Steel, 6945-yard, par 73-course is a
favorite amongst local and foreign golfers. Families of golfers have ample recreational options
to indulge at the well appointed golf chalets scattered around the Course including Horse
Riding and Biking. The challenging T-shots and narrow trees lined fairways are challenging
golfers’ obstacles whilst the 3rd & 5th holes overlook the panorama of the Victoria Reservoir.
Visit the Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic (Optional Tour)
Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city
of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy,
which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort
Day 04 17th of October 2018
03rd
ODI Match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
Breakfast at the Hotel
Watch the 03rd ODI Match at Pallekele Int. Cricket Stadium
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort
Day 05
Golfing at Kandy 18th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Play Golf round 02 at Victoria Golf Club
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort
Day 06
Golfing at Kandy 19th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Play Golf round 03 at Victoria Golf Club
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort
Day 07 20th of October 2018
04th
ODI Match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
Breakfast at the Hotel
Watch the 04th ODI Match at Pallekele Int. Cricket Stadium
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort
Day 08
Kandy – Colombo 21st of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Approximate Travel Time: 03 Hrs 30 Min
En route Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (Optional Tour)
Pinnawala orphanage is situated northwest of the town Kegalle, halfway between the present capital of Colombo and the ancient royal residence Kandy in the hills of central Sri Lanka. It was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Wildlife department. This 24 acres, large elephant orphanage is an also breeding place for elephants, more than twenty elephants were born since 1984, and it has the greatest herd of elephants in captivity in the world.
Proceed to Colombo
Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka and is by far the most happening cities in the
country, from the street hawkers in the noisy bazaars of the Pettah area to the blue collared,
tie clad businessmen of the World Trade Centre, Colombo is where Sri Lanka’s economic and
financial heart beats. From the grand old mansions of the bygone era to the department stores
and shady tree-lined boulevards of today, Colombo is able to satisfy everyone from the prince
to the pauper. The shopping, nightlife, and the dining experience in Colombo are pretty
amazing and there’s plenty of other historical, cultural and religious places of interest in the
city too.
Overnight Stay in Cinnamon Lakeside
Day 09
Golfing at Colombo 22nd of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Play a round of Golf at Royal Colombo Golf Club The Royal Colombo Golf Club, Sri Lanka: This course is 5,770 m long (par 71). A flat course with broad fairways which looks simple enough however with many water hazards and well guarded bunkers. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is easily accessible. It is a 20 minute drive from any of the star class class hotels in the city. RCGC is the home of the Sri Lanka Golf Union, the governing body of Golf in Sri Lanka and only answerable to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrew’s in Scotland. There are only sixteen other Royal Clubs in the world which are older.
Proceeding with the Colombo City Tour
Old Parliament Building
The Old Parliament Building is the building that houses the Presidential Secretariat of Sri
Lanka. Situated in the Colombo fort facing the sea, it is in close proximity to the President's
House, Colombo.
Independence Square
Independence Memorial Hall (also an Independence Commemoration Hall) is a national
monument in Sri Lanka built in commemoration of the independence of Sri Lanka from the
British rule with the establishment of the Dominion of Ceylon on February 4, 1948. It is located
on the Independence Square (formally Torrington Square) in the Cinnamon Gardens,
Colombo. It also houses the Independence Memorial Museum.
Gangaramaya Temple (Optional Tour)
The temple's architecture demonstrates an eclectic mix of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architecture.This Buddhist temple includes several imposing buildings and is situated not far from the placid waters of Beira Lake on a plot of land that was originally a small hermitage on a piece of marshy land. It has the main features of a Vihara (temple), the Cetiya (Pagada) the Bodhitree, the Vihara Mandiraya, the Seema Malaka (assembly hall for the monks) and the Relic Chamber. In addition, a museum, a library, a residence hall, a three storied Pirivena, educational halls and an alms hall are also on the premises.
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH),is a convention center
located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Built between 1970 and 1973 the convention center was a gift
from the People's Republic of China in memory of Solomon Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike,
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) from 1956 to 1959.The construction of the Hall was
carried out by a joint Sri Lankan and Chinese workforce with a considerable portion of the
exquisite building materials being imported from China. In 1998 a small Exhibition Centre was
built on the grounds, once again a gift from the People's Republic of China it is named the
Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre.
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay at Cinnamon Lakeside
Day 10 23rd of October 2018
05th
ODI match at R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium
Breakfast at the Hotel
Watch the 05th ODI Match at R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay in Cinnamon Lakeside
Day 11
Colombo – Hambantota 24th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Proceed to Hambantota Hambantota town is often considered the heart of the “Deep South” of Sri Lanka. Located nearly 170 km south of Colombo, Hambantota is the main town of the district by the same name, in the Southern Province. It’s a coastal town which has seen rapid development in recent years and promoted as a second commercial hub of the country after Colombo.
Overnight Stay in Shangri La’s Resort & Spa
Day 12
Golfing at Shangri La’s Golf 25th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Play round 01 of Golf at SHANGRI-LA'S GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB Sri Lanka's premier 18-hole* golf course is set amid a vast coconut palm plantation within the resort, offering spectacular views and distinctive challenges for both casual and seasoned players. The beautifully landscaped par-70 course takes you on a memorable golf experience through three landscaped zones, each with its own unique character. Because of our dedication to biodiversity and habitat protection, the course development was approached from an eco-perspective by revitalising an abandoned sapphire mine, restoring vegetation, re-introducing birdlife and using salt-tolerant turf. The Pro Shop is equipped with golfing essentials, and all golf equipment can be hired. In addition, electric buggies can be provided to enhance the comfort of our golfers. Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club is open for international, regional and local tournaments.
Overnight Stay in Shangri La’s Resort & Spa
Day 13
Golfing at Shangri La’s Golf 26th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Play round 02 of Golf at SHANGRI-LA'S GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
If time permits you may take a jeep safari to Yala National Park
Proceed to Yala (Optional – Entrance Direct by Client) Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public, and also adjoining parks.
Maximum usage of the vehicle on Leisure days (100km)
Overnight Stay in Shangri La’s Resort & Spa
Day 14
Hambantota – Colombo 27th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Early morning proceed to Colombo & Watch the T20 Match at R. Premadasa International
Cricket Stadium
Overnight Stay in Cinnamon Lakeside
Day 15
Colombo – Airport 28th of October 2018
Breakfast at the Hotel
Fly Colombo to U.K., you will be driven to the Airport
Accommodation – Luxury Package
Optional Entrance Fees
Kandy Temple of Tooth - USD 12 per person
Cultural Show - USD 10 per person
Gangaramaya Temple - USD 05 per person
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - USD 20 per person
Yala National Park - USD 30 per person
Yala Jeep Safari - USD 45 per jeep (06 people max)
Hotel
City
Room
Category
Meal Basis
No. of Nights
Victoria Golf & Country Resort
Kandy Chalets BB 06
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo Premium BB 03
Shangri La’s Resort & Spa
Hambantota Deluxe BB 03
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo Premium BB 01
Price from £2,450 per person Price Includes
• Return flights from the U.K.
• Transport in an Air conditioned Vehicle
• National Tour Guide for the Entire Tour (07 & above pax groups only)
• Accommodation at the Hotels mentioned above or similar Hotels with above mentioned meal basis.
• Golfing in Kandy - 3 Rounds – 09 Holes Per Round (Inclusions – Green Fees + Caddie Fees)
• Golfing in Colombo - 1 Round – 18 Holes Per Round (Inclusions – Green Fees + Caddie Fees) – Buggies are not Available
• Golfing in Shangri La’s Hambantota - 2 Rounds – 18 Holes Per Round (Inclusions – Green Fees + Caddie Fees)
• Match Tickets
**Match Ticket prices are based on the standard level of seating available. Upgraded seats are
available on request for an extra cost**
Online Visa apply: www.eta.gov.lk