Classic Ceylon Tour

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After the tour take the option to experience Sri Lanka’s finest beaches and indulge in the welcoming hospitality of which this amazing country is famous for.

Classic Ceylon Itinerary

Day 1 - London Heathrow / Colombo
Depart on the morning SriLankan Airlines flight (arrives very early the following morning) or on the evening flight (via the Maldives, arriving early afternoon).

Day 2 - Colombo
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Experience the Colonial Heritage, fine dining and the shopping opportunities with the remainder of the day in the countries capital. Why not visit the National Museum, the Pettah Bazaar and some of the lovely temples.
Hotel: Holiday Inn (RO)

Day 3 - Colombo / Sigiriya
Today we head for the 200m flat formed rock formation of Siguriya, visiting Dambulla Caves en route. The largest cave carries some 48 statues of Lord Buddha alone, with statues of some Hindu gods, (Vishnu and Saman).
Hotel: Sigiriya Village. (B,D)

Day 4 - Sigiriya
This morning, enjoy a two-hour ride on elephant back through the forest at Habarana. In the afternoon, visit the island’s medieval capital, Polonnaruwa. Your evening is at leisure to explore.
Hotel: Sigiriya Village. (B,D)

Day 5 - Sigiriya
In the morning climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the resort’s facilities or an optional excursion to Anuradhapura (paid locally).
Hotel: Sigiriya Village. (B,D)

Day 6 - Sigiriya / Kandy
Depart for Kandy, visiting a spice garden and batik factory en route. The afternoon is at leisure to explore.
Hotel: Chaaya Citadel. (B,D)

Day 7 – Kandy
This morning, visit the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. Later return to Kandy to visit the Botanical Gardens and the Temple of the Tooth. The main attraction of the city and also the most sacred Buddhist establishment in Sri Lanka is where one of Buddha's teeth is being kept.
Hotel: Chaaya Citadel. (B,D)

Day 8 - Kandy / Nuwara Eliya
Today we drive to Nuwara Eliya, visiting a tea estate en route. Situated at around 2000m above sea level and surrounded by lush tea plantations Nuwara Eliya is the main hill resort of Sri Lanka and the heart of the tea industry. Your afternoon is at leisure.
Hotel: Grand Hotel. (B,D)

Day 9 - Nuwara Eliya Beach / London Heathrow
Leave the hill country and transfer to the airport for your flight home, or extend your holiday at your chosen beach resort. Please call reservations for details on the destinations we can offer.

Inclusions

• ■ Services of an English-speaking local guide or driver/guide while touring
• ■ All site entrance fees as appropriate
• ■ Air-conditioned transportation
• ■ Meals included as detailed: Breakfast (B), Dinner (D), No Meals (RO)

What's not included:
Optional excursions, tips for the guide or driver.

Please Note:
Local conditions can and do change, sometimes at short notice and it is possible that we maybe advised to change the programme or running of any excursions or tour, including accommodation, sometimes without prior notification.

Please Note:
Alternative, but similar hotels may be used while touring at certain times of the year. Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in relatively minor modifications to the tour content. Please be aware 2009 itineraries may vary slightly to the 2010 itinerary shown. Please contact reservations for more information. Prices can increase or decrease, you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.