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We Love —
- Escape to Sri Lanka and enjoy the adventure of a lifetime with a 4-night cultural tour and a blissful beach break in Bentota.
- During your tour, you'll discover sites such as Dambulla, the Minneriya National Park, Kandy and Matale, all while staying in charming 4* hotels and enjoying half board dining.
- At the end of your tour, you'll be whisked away to the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4*, for a 7, 10 or 14-night break in a gorgeous upgraded Deluxe River View Room!
Your Destination —
Take a safari tour in one of Sri Lanka’s national parks to encounter elephants, leopards, water buffaloes, and exotic birds, or spend the day relaxing on the dazzlingly white, often untrod, beaches. Try your hand at a little surfing or retreat up into the Sri Lankan hills to experience a more temperate climate and the lavish greenery of the tea plantations. In addition, you can even trek through the rainforests with an experienced guide or just take in the breathtaking vistas on a spectacular train ride. With fabulously flavoursome food and a vast array of culturally rich experiences to delve into, Sri Lanka promises to be one of your best-loved travel destinations, where the charm of the people will simply enchant you.
Our Offers —
11 Nights
4-Night Mini Sri Lanka Tour
7-night stay at the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4*
14 Nights
4-Night Mini Sri Lanka Tour
10-night stay at the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4*
18 Nights
4-Night Mini Sri Lanka Tour
14-night stay at the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4*
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Day 1: Arrival in Colombo
Day 2: Colombo - Anuradhapura - Dambulla
Day 3: Dambulla - Minneriya - Hiriwadunna - Dambulla
Day 4: Dambulla - Matale - Kandy
Day 5: Kandy - Bentota
Day 6 - 11, 14 or 18: Bentota
Day 12, 15 or 19: Bentota - Colombo - Departure
Your Itinerary —
During their tour, our members will follow the itinerary as seen below:
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by a representative and escorted to your air-conditioned vehicle for a transfer to your hotel. Upon arrival, check-in and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 2: Colombo - Anuradhapura - Dambulla
After breakfast at the hotel do a short sightseeing tour in Colombo and then proceed to Anuradhapura. Colombo, Sri Lanka‘s bustling commercial hub, is located on the country’s west coast and with a population of between 800,000 and one million is by far most developed. Its natural harbour at the mouth of the Kelani River was a magnet for successive traders and conquerors – initially the Arab merchants, then Portuguese, Dutch and British imperialists. Originally named Kolomthota, Colombo was the main seaport of Kotte, the country’s 15th and 16th century capital. The Fort is still a focal point of government and commercial activity and Pettah has become a district of small shops, markets, and sidewalk stalls, with all the characteristic features of an Oriental bazaar. Thereafter continue your journey to visit the ancient city of Anuradhapura (Approx Travel Time from Negombo to Anuradhapura – 03 to 04 hours’ drive).
Visit the ruins of the first capital founded in the 05th century BC. Here is found the largest number of ancient monuments of a great civilization. Buddhism found its first real home in Sri Lanka at Anuradhapura, and it thus contains some of Sri Lankan Buddhism’s most secret sights. The “Sri Maha Bodhi tree in Anuradhapura, planted from a cutting from the original “Bo Tree” under which the Buddha received enlightenment, continue to draw thousands of Buddhist pilgrims from around the world. The pillars of the brazen palace which once had nine stories, the image of the Samadhi Buddha which is one of the finest pieces of Buddhists sculpture, the twin ponds, guard-stones and the moon-stones are amazing remains of a great civilization. There are also monuments such as Ruwanveli Seya Dageba with its famous elephant wall from the 2nd Century B.C. and the Thuparama Dageba from the 3rd Century B.C. On completion proceed to hotel, check in and relax (Approx. Travel Time from Anuradhapura to Dambulla –1½ to 02 hours’ drive).
Located in the Matale District, Central Province, Dambulla is famous because it houses the Dambulla Cave Temple – the largest, best-preserved, cave-temple complex in the country. Also known as Golden Rock Temple, this World Heritage Site comprises of a cave monastery and five sanctuaries. Overnight stay in Dambulla.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Hiriwadunna Village for an authentic Sri Lankan experience (Approx Travel Time from Dambulla to Hiriwadunna - 15 to 20 Minutes’ drive). You will drive to a village that lies lain around a reservoir located off the main Habarana road - Hiriwadunna. This is a typical countryside experience with bullock cart rides and rural vegetable cultivation. You'll be departing early from the hotel to begin a beautiful walk over village paths, a tank bund and forest. A ride on a bullock cart along a dirt track and through rice paddies down to the picturesque Hiriwadunna Lake will leave you with a sense of peacefulness. A catamaran ride on the lake with its large variety of dry zone bird life and views of the surrounding forest, marshland and vegetable plots of local farmers, will be an unforgettable experience for visitors and will most definitely be one of the places they feel most at peace, during the time spent in Sri Lanka. You will also indulge in an authentic village type lunch prepared by our host.
Thereafter proceed to visit Minneriya National Park with an amazing Jeep safari experience (Approx Travel Time from Hiriwadunna to Minneriya – 20 - 30 Minutes’ drive). Minneriya is yet another haven for the elephants that migrate from surrounding jungles to enjoy the lush grass fields on the banks of the Minneriya reservoir, during the dry season. Reports of elephant sightings range from an impressive 100 to 200. The central feature of the park is the ancient Minneriya Tank (built in 3rd century AD by King Mahasena). This tank is generally known as a place to observe the elephants that come to bathe and graze on the grasses as well as the huge flocks of birds that come to fish in the shallow waters. **Depending on the movement of the elephant herds of the particular day the chauffeur will decide the best park to visit among Minneriya, Kaudulla and Eco Park. On completion return to hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Dambulla.
Today after breakfast you will be visiting one of the most fascinating and significant sights located in the cultural triangle which is Dambulla Golden Cave Temple (Approx. Travel Time from hotel – 20 to 30 Minutes’ drive). The beautiful Royal Rock Temple complex sits about 160m above the road in the southern part of Dambulla. Five separate caves contain about 150 absolutely stunning Buddha statues and paintings, some of Sri Lanka's most important and evocative religious art. Buddha images were first created here over 2000 years ago, and over the centuries subsequent kings added to and embellished the cave art. From the caves there are superb views over the surrounding countryside. Dambulla is a massive rock from the surrounding plains of Dambulla of 600 feet high which includes climbing of steps as well as walking on the plain boulder. *Not recommended for clients with walking difficulties.
Thereafter visit Matale spice garden and proceed to Kandy (Approx. Travel Time from Dambulla to Matale - 01 to 1½ Hours’ drive). Sri Lanka has always been renowned for its spices. Over 15 different spices call Sri Lanka home and many of them are traded in the international spice market. Cinnamon especially is endemic to Sri Lanka, and highest quality ‘true cinnamon’ can be obtained here. Between Matale and Dambulla is famous for its spice gardens, with over 30 dotted along the road. All offer free tours of their gardens with an English-speaking guide who can explain the merits and health properties of herbs, spices and plants including cocoa, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, coffee, nutmeg, pepper, cardamom, aloe vera, iriweriya and the henna plant.
Thereafter continue your journey to Kandy and visit Temple of the tooth relic (Approx Travel Time from Matale to Kandy - 01 to 1½ Hours’ drive). Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic (A World Heritage Site) witness special ‘Tevava’ would mean a service ritual conducted daily at regular times of the day in the morning, noon and evening at Temple of the Tooth Relic. In the crown jewel of the city, Kandy is the famed Sri Dalada Maligawa, also known as the Temple of the Tooth. The golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of the Buddha. The entire complex is over three centuries old at least, and has seen many a king’s rise and fall. It has seen bloody wars and peaceful reigns and is one of the most historical places still standing in the island. The entire temple complex, from peaked tiled roofs to white walls with large airy windows, is built using classical Kandyan architecture. Tevava Times: 5.30 a.m. - 7.00 a.m, 9.30 a.m - 11.00 a.m, 6.30 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. Check in to hotel on completion and relax. Overnight stay in Kandy.
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and proceed to Bentota for your most awaited beach stay (Approx Travel Time from Kandy to Bentota – 05 to 06 Hours’ drive). Located on Bentota peninsula Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa Sri Lanka enjoys a superb location with the Bentota River on one side and the Indian Ocean on the other, ensuring dreamy views from most areas of the resort, and offering a natural environment along with a wide range of facilities and activities.The resort is accessed by a short boat ride across the lagoon from a departure point a few minutes to Aluthgama station, and river and ocean boat trips are a major attraction.Start creating your list of holiday experiences in anticipation to discover a destination abundant in activities, scenic landscapes and natural wonders. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel's facilities. Overnight stay at the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4*.
Day 6 - 11, 14 or 18: Bentota
Enjoy the hotel's facilities and spend your days by the pool or the beach in beautiful Bentota. Overnight stay at the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4*,
Day 12, 15 or 19: Bentota - Colombo - Departure
After breakfast, enjoy free time until you are transferred to Colombo Airport for your return flight home.
Health and Sanitary Measures
All passengers should obtain the following documents, and be produced on arrival when required:
• Valid online visa
• Negative PCR done in the country of origin with 72 hours prior to the landing time in Sri Lanka
• Return air ticket confirming a stay of minimum 5 nights
• Travel itinerary and confirmation of accommodation at a SLTDA registered and certified accommodation establishments
* All tourists will undergo a PCR test on arrival at the airport. **This will be free of charge
* A repeat PCR test to be conducted 5-7 days after the arrival or if the guest develops respiratory symptoms whichever comes first.
* Any tourist tested positive for COVID19 will be sent to a hospital or a quarantine hotel at a cost of USD 100/- per night
* All passengers are strictly advised to wear a new mask, wash hands with soap & water and disinfect footwear prior to entering the airport
* You will be greeted by the chauffeur / guide at the arrival lobby with a traditional “Ayubowan”.
* The tourists’ airport entry point upon landing should have a screening process in place to check temperature and to look out for guests with respiratory symptoms
* Disinfecting procedures to be in place for luggage and travel documents
* All tourists are requested to report to the special Sri Lanka Tourism counter at the airport and register online of personal information with tour guide, accommodation and transport details
Obtain information on COVID 19 preventive measures, procedures and emergency contact details
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Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following hotels in Standard Rooms on a Half Board Dining Basis (breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).
Your Hotels
Dambulla: 2-night stay at Amaya Lake 4* or similar
Kandy: 1-night stay at the Amaya Hills Kandy 4* or similar
All Hotels Sleep up to
3 Adults
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.
Your Beach Extension —
After you have completed your tour, you will enjoy a 7, 10 or 14-night stay at the Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4* in Bentota.
Here, you will be accommodated in an Upgraded Deluxe River View Room on a Half Board Basis (Breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks).
Guests staying on Christmas Eve (24th December) or New Year's Eve (31st December) will have an additional fee added to the cost of their booking, payable for festive supplements on these dates.
Just for you:
- 20% discount on spa massages
Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4* —
The resort must be accessed via a short boat ride across the lagoon, and river and ocean boat trips are a major excursion opportunity in this region. Enjoy dazzling dining, plush guestrooms and a pampering spa at this blissful haven!
Please note: Some facilities may incur an additional fee, payable locally.
Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa 4* - Sanitary and Health Measures
As the world prepares to travel again, we at Centara Hotels & Resorts have recalibrated our health and hygiene procedures to support new travel norms and provide complete reassurance and confidence to guests. Reflecting our commitment to elevated safety protocols, we have launched Centara Complete Care, a programme developed in close collaboration with Ecolab, a global leader in water and hygiene technologies, and Swiss firm SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.
A newly assigned team of Hygiene and Quality Managers have been tasked with the implementation and monitoring of the comprehensive 12-pronged action plan which follows guidelines set by the World Health Organisation (WHO), the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) and local health authorities in the six countries we are present.
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Your Room —
Views of the Bentota River and the unspoiled mangroves and ample living space are common features of the Deluxe River Rooms. These rooms are designed with eclectic decor in mind, promising splashes of vivid colours alongside a furnished balcony and a large bathroom with a shower.
Sleeps up to
3 Adults
or
2 Adults
+ 1 Child
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.
Your Board Basis —
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.
Please note that due to the current global health pandemic (COVID-19), certain restaurants and buffets may be closed or places and tables may be limited. We strongly recommend that you contact the hotel for further information two days before your arrival.
Your Time —
The resort’s huge, palm-fringed swimming pool is set next to the beach and is complete with a Jacuzzi and a water sports centre offering a wide choice of activities, including snorkelling, jet skiing and sailing. The Kids’ Club is perfect for younger guests, while the SPA Cenvaree offers a refuge for the senses, with a selection of massages and holistic solutions, including authentic Ayurvedic therapies that use indigenous products and whose diversity reflects the island’s wonders. Along with all the leisure activities offered by the resort, there are plenty of excursions including diving trips, visits to heritage sites, and a river safari that will be a memorable experience for adults and children alike.
Please note that due to the current global health pandemic (COVID-19), the cultural, leisure and wellness activities, as well as the outdoor swimming pools at this hotel, may be closed or limited in terms of access. We advise you to contact the hotel or the tourist office two days before your arrival.
Your Journey —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process.
The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Return airport and inter-hotel transfers are included throughout this offer, as per itinerary.
For inbound transfer arrangements please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.
