4D3N Sri Lanka Delight

Set in the Indian Ocean in South Asia, the tropical island nation of Sri Lanka has a history dating back to the birth of time. It is a place where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature’s beauty remains abundant and unspoilt.

Few places in the world can offer the traveller such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences within such a compact location. Within a mere area of65, 610 kilometres lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1,330 kilometres of coastline – much of it pristine beach – 15 national parks showcasing an abundance of wildlife, nearly 500,000 acres of lush tea estates, 250 acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25,000 water bodies, to a culture that extends back to over 2,500 years.

This is an island of magical proportions, once known as Serendib, Taprobane, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, and Ceylon. Discover refreshingly Sri Lanka!

Arrive in Sri Lanka. You will be met by representatives and transferred to Kandy. After breakfast proceed to Kandy.

Lunch at Senani Restaurant. En route visit a *Spice Garden in Matale to see the different spices, which Sri Lanka is famous for. You will be introduced to different spices and shown how some of these spices are grown and processed.

On arrival city tour of Kandy, including Upper Lake Drive, Market Square, Arts & Crafts Centre, Gem Museum. *Kandy ‐ the hill capital, venue of the annual Perahera. The last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings was finally ceded to the British in 1815. Kandy is an example of the Buddhism’s influence in Sri Lanka today. Temple’s shrines and monasteries keeping alive Buddhist traditions are everywhere.

Visit *Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic ‐ ever since 4th Century A.D, when the Buddha’s Tooth was brought to Sri Lanka hidden from sacrilegious hands in an Orissan princess’ hair, the Relic has grown in repute and holiness in Sri Lanka and throughout the Buddhist world. It is considered Sri Lanka’s most prized possession.

Witness a cultural show featuring various dance groups of Sri Lanka
Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel Topaz, Kandy – 3*

After breakfast proceed to Colombo.Lunch at Raja Bojun Restaurant (Sri Lankan Buffet)

In Colombo commence city tour *Colombo ‐ a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the treelined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street ‐ the Goldsmith’s quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha & the Independence Square.

*Shopping in Colombo…….visit *ODEL Unlimited provides ample opportunity indulge, not only in shopping for designer wear apparel for the whole family, but also take taste buds on a voyage of discovery.

Transferred to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight stay at Pegasus Reef Hotel, Colombo – 4*.

After breakfast excursion to Beruwela.

*River Cruise Boat Ride in Madugagna. ‐ Madu Ganga, a fascinating creation of Mother Nature is a beautiful inland lake on a river near Balapitiya with a large number of islands providing an idyllic setting for a well spent holiday.

Lunch at Jetwing Tropical Villa

Transferred back to Colombo.
*BAREFOOT discover yourself at Barefoot ‐ Toys Bags Clothes Handloom Fabric Sarongs Sarees ‐ Household Linen Art Photography Books Furniture Gallery Café:

*House of Fashion, a large fourstorey mall which has a wide variety of apparel, handbags, luggage and home decor at very reasonable prices. Their lingerie department is worth a visit. Soft clingy bits and pieces in vibrant shades of tangerine, violet and turquoise vie for attention with similar items in pale pastels shades mauves, baby pink and pale cream. Need to get yourself designer accessories? No, problem. Many of the malls have the latest creations from Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Longchamps and Prada to name just a few. Of course you have to pay more for the real thing, which is also available at selected stores, but if you don’t mind a lookalike, some excellent options are available.

Transferred to Hotel
Dinner & Overnight stay at Pegasus Reef Hotel, Colombo – 4*

Packed breakfast transferred to the airport for the flight back