Sri Lanka Maldives Tour - 11 Days / 10 Nights
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AIRPORT, NEGOMBO, SIGIRIYA
Arrival, welcome & assistance at the airport. Leave for Sigiriya. En-route visit the fishing village in Negombo which is the center of the island’s fishing community. It is largely Roman Catholic by faith, with huge imposing churches down almost every street. The sea & the catamarans are the backdrop to the Negombo scenery. P.M. climb the rock of Sigiriya built by the patricide King Kashyapa in the 5th century A.D. Today it’s a treasure trove of rare art. In a pocket of the giant rock are the famous frescoes of the ‘’ heavenly maidens of Sigiriya’’ Return to hotel for overnight.
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POLONNARUWA, ANURADAPURA
After breakfast leave for Polonnaruwa & visit the 2nd capital of Singhalese kings dating back to the 11th & 12th century A.D. The entire landscape of the region is punctuated by huge man-made reservoirs, the most famous of which is the ‘’Parakrama Samudra’’. Numerous monuments are found in this city & ‘’Gal Vihara ‘’ complex is one of the best among them with the fine sculpture of the recumbent, Standing and seated Buddha’s. P.M. leave for Anuradhapura & 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.
"Sri Mahabodhi" the oldest historically documented tree in the world is over 2200 years. There are monuments such as Ruwanveliseya dageba, 2nd century bc with its famous Elephant wall; Thuparama dageba 3rd century BC. The pillars of the brazen palace which once had nine storeys, the image of the Samadhi Buddha, one of the finest places of Buddhists sculpture, the twin ponds, guard stones & moonstones overnight at hotel.
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SIGIRIYA, DAMBULLA, NALANDA GEDIGE, MATALE, KANDY
After breakfast leave for Kandy. En-route visits the rock cave temple of Dambulla. Some of the frescoes in these caves are over 2000 years old. There is also a colossal figure of the recumbent Buddha 14 meters long carved out of rock + visit The Abu Simbel of Sri Lanka Nalanda Gedige continuation to visit a spice garden & batik factory in Matale. En-route to Kandy. Evening arrive at hotel in Kandy, the center of the traditional arts in Sri Lanka .visit the temple of the sacred tooth relic of Buddha. Return to hotel for overnight.
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KANDY , PINNAWALA, KANDY
After breakfast leave for Pinnawela & visit the elephant Orphanage. This orphanage was established to feed nurse & house young elephants found abandoned by their mothers. Often the young ones fall into pits and ravines in their request for water during drought period. P.M. visit the city of Kandy. The most famous landmark of Kandy is its lake, in the center of the city. Udawatte-kele is a nature reserve surrounded by city. Visit the Kandy Museum. The Kandy market is a great bazaar full of the sounds of exiting trade. Late in the evening view the Kandyan cultural performance return to hotel overnight.
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KANDY, PERADENIYA, NUWARAELIYA
After breakfast visit the royal botanical gardens of Peradeniya which is well known for it’s large number and variety of plants, ornamental, Decorative, Useful & medicinal. More than 4000 species include indigenous and introduced plants. This garden is best known for it’s collection of orchids the largest in Asia. P.M. leave for Nuwaraeliya the center of hill country, En-route visit a tea plantation and witness the manufacture of the world famous ‘’ Ceylon tea ‘’. Spend the evening walking in the cool climate. Arrive at hotel for overnight.
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NUWARAELIYA, ELLA, KATARAGAMA, YALA
After breakfast leave for Tissamaharama Region Stop at Ella to admire the magnificent view. & the sacred city of Kataragama. P.M safari in Yala park by jeep. The Elephant is undoubtedly the best known attraction at Yala, seen in small & large herds. Herds of spotted deer are seen all over the park. Monkeys-the pinkish rhesus and the Grey-faced Langur Monkey live and play on the tree-tops and the ground below. Wild buffalo & wild boar could give you a good surprise & the sight of a leopard sunning itself or drinking water at a water hole could be memorable experience .the peacock is easily the most famous of the birds at Yala. The painted stork, many varieties of heron, the spoonbill, the bee-eater, parakeets, and king-fisher & wood pecker are some of the birds can be seen in the park. Arrive at hotel for overnight.
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GALLE , COLOMBO
After breakfast leave for Galle. Visit the old Portuguese fort, later rebuilt and extended by the Dutch is still fine preservation. Most of the administration of Galle still takes place from the fort .the view from the ramparts is superb. Continuation towards Colombo. P.M visit the fascinating city of Colombo which links the past with the present. You will visit the fort area, the commercial center, ’’Pettah’’ Colombo’s bustling bazaar area, a cinnamon garden which is full of large residences, Buddhist temples, Hindu temples & mosques. Visit the Buddhist temple in Kelaniya. Return to the hotel for overnight.
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COLOMBO , AIRPORT, MALDIVES
After breakfast transfer to the airport to connect flight for Maldives. Rooms till 12h00.
Maldives Airport - Resort
Welcome at Maldives airport on arrival by our representative & transfer to the selected resort by speed or fast boat. Free relax at the resort.
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MALDIVES
Free relax at the selected beach resort in Maldives on Half Board Basis or Full Board Basis depends on the category of hotels selected
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MALDIVES
Free relax at the selected beach resort in Maldives on Half Board Basis or Full Board Basis depends on the category of hotels selected
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RESORT MALDIVES AIRPORT
Breakfast morning free room until 12h00. Transfer by speed or fast boat to the airport for your flight. You could stay longer at the resort after checking out & will be transferred to the airport according to your flight but these flights should departing latest by 21h00 if not extra charges will apply.
Accommodation details for the tour
| | Category A | Category B | Category C |
| Day 1 | Giritale or Sudu Araliya Hotel | Sigiriya Village or Sigiriya Hotel | Kandalama Amaya Lake Colours of Angsana |
| Day 2 | Giritale or Sudu Araliya Hotel | Sigiriya Village or Sigiriya Hotel | Kandalama Amaya Lake Colours of Angsana |
| Day 3 | Thilanka Hotel Heritage Wing | Suisse or Thilanka Hotel Deluxe Wing | Mahaweli Reach Earls Regency Hotel |
| Day 4 | Thilanka Hotel Heritage Wing | Suisse or Thilanka Hotel Deluxe Wing | Mahaweli Reach Earls Regency Hotel |
| Day 5 | Windsor Hotel or Galway Forest | Grand Hotel Governors Wing | Grand Hotel (Golf Wing) Tea Factory |
| Day 6 | Chandrika Hotel | Peacock Beach or Priyankara Hotel | Yala Village or Rosen Renaissance |
| Day 7 | Grand Oriental or Pegasus Reef Hotel | Ramada Hotel or Galle Face Hotel Classic wing Deluxe room | Cinnamon Grand or Lake or Taj Samudra or Hilton Hotel |
| Day 8 | Embudu Village Resort A/C room | Paradise Island Resort Deluxe Room | Paradise Island resort Super Deluxe Room |
| Day 9 | Embudu Village Resort A/C room | Paradise Island Resort Deluxe Room | Paradise Island resort Super Deluxe Room |
| Day 10 | Embudu Village Resort A/C room | Paradise Island Resort Deluxe Room | Paradise Island resort Super Deluxe Room |
| Day 11 | No Hotel | No Hotel | No Hotel |
Winter 2009/10 - 01.Nov.2009 to 20.Dec.2009
| | Category A (USD) | Category B (USD) | Category C (USD) |
| 2 pax | 870.00 | 1045.00 | 1225.00 |
| 3 pax | 835.00 | 1005.00 | 1185.00 |
| 4 - 6 pax | 790.00 | 955.00 | 1135.00 |
| Single Supplement | 230.00 | 565.00 | 685.00 |
Winter 2009/10 - 16.Jan.2010 to 30.Apr.2010
| | Category A (USD) | Category B (USD) | Category C (USD) |
| 2 pax | 915.00 | 1155.00 | 1335.00 |
| 3 pax | 880.00 | 1115.00 | 1295.00 |
| 4 - 6 pax | 835.00 | 1065.00 | 1245.00 |
| Single Supplement | 250.00 | 675.00 | 795.00 |
Summer 2010 - 01.May.2010 to 25.Jul.2010
| | Category A (USD) | Category B (USD) | Category C (USD) |
| 2 pax | 865.00 | 1010.00 | 1190.00 |
| 3 pax | 830.00 | 970.00 | 1150.00 |
| 4 - 6 pax | 785.00 | 920.00 | 1100.00 |
| Single Supplement | 230.00 | 525.00 | 645.00 |
Summer 2010 - 26.Jul.2010 to 31.Aug.2010
| | Category A (USD) | Category B (USD) | Category C (USD) |
| 2 pax | 910.00 | 1040.00 | 1220.00 |
| 3 pax | 875.00 | 1000.00 | 1180.00 |
| 4 - 6 pax | 830.00 | 950.00 | 1130.00 |
| Single Supplement | 230.00 | 550.00 | 670.00 |
Summer 2010 - 01.Sep.2010 to 31.Oct.2010
| | Category A (USD) | Category B (USD) | Category C (USD) |
| 2 pax | 865.00 | 1135.00 | 1315.00 |
| 3 pax | 830.00 | 1095.00 | 1275.00 |
| 4 - 6 pax | 785.00 | 1045.00 | 1225.00 |
| Single Supplement | 230.00 | 650.00 | 770.00 |
All rates quoted above are for minimum two pax or more traveling together in US Dollars & net per person inclusive of all applicable taxes.
All Entrance fees as per programme & Jeep hire charges to visit reserve to be paid directly.
(Entrance Fees are Subject to Change slightly without Prior Notice some times)
Sri Lanka Maldives Tour - Around USD 145 per person.
(Some places of visits will provide children under 12 year’s half rate charges.)
** Kandy Perahara Period in the month of 15 August 2010 to 24th August 2010. (Subject to confirmation)
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Perahara Supplement
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Economy
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First Category
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Superior
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Per room per night During Kandy Hotel Nights only extra if clients are in
Kandy during the Kandy Perahara Period
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USD 20
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USD 25
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USD 30
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*Super Peak Period – 15th December 2009 to 15th January 2010.
For Reservations on the above period please contact us for further details .As Peak supplements apply at hotels during this period & this will change according to the category of hotels
Please note -
Cancellation Charges for this particular tour is very strict please make a note when reserving same as in Maldives they do not entertain any excuses under any circumstances
Cancellation made 30 days prior to arrival date: 40% of the total Invoice.
Cancellation made 25 days prior to arrival date: 60% of the total Invoice.
Cancellation made 20 days prior to arrival date: 85% of the total Invoice.
Cancellation made 15 days prior to arrival date: 100% of the total Invoice.
No show or early departure 100% of the total invoice.
Air tickets are not included in our prices for travel Colombo Maldives or Colombo Maldives Colombo If required we can provide same to travel Colombo Maldives one way or Colombo Maldives Colombo return separately
Please contact us by email or by providing details through the inquiry form, We shall be pleased to make arrangements for the air tickets too.
OUR PRICES INCLUDE:
- * Sri Lanka Part of Tour
- * Welcome at the airport by Acme representative
- * The accommodation in Twin / Double, Triple bed rooms in the hotels mentioned or similar Check-in / Check-out 12h00
- * Bed & Breakfast Basis (Room + Breakfast for seven nights) Air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking chauffeur will be provided.( Private Vehicle )
- * The excursions and sightseeing mentioned in Program (Without Entrance fees & Jeep Charges to visit the reserve)
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- * Maldives Part of Tour
- * Welcome at the airport our representative Transfers from airport to hotel and vice versa by Speed boat
- * The accommodation in Twin / Double Triple bed rooms in the resorts mentioned or similar Check-in / Check-out 12h00
- * Half Board Basis (Room + Breakfast + Dinner on all three Nights If reservation with 1st Category or Superior Category Resort) Full Board Basis (Room + Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner on all three Nights if Economy Category Resort)