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Overview

Sri Lanka is an island nation located in South Asia with a rich history spanning over 3,000 years. It is known for its diverse culture, stunning landscapes, and vibrant traditions. The capital and largest city is Colombo. The country has a tropical climate and is renowned for its pristine beaches, lush greenery, and majestic mountains. Sri Lanka has a diverse population with various ethnic groups and religions. The economy is diverse, with sectors such as tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, and services contributing to its growth. The country has faced challenges, including a long civil war that ended in 2009. Since then, Sri Lanka has been focused on national reconciliation and economic development. It has invested in infrastructure and promoted international trade and investment. Sri Lanka attracts visitors with its ancient ruins, beautiful national parks, and cultural festivals. It continues to be a popular tourist destination in South Asia.

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Day 1

Arriving, AIRPORT / KANDY

Arrival at Colombo International Airport. Here, you will be met by a representative of Travelers Street. After the formalities at the airport, you will be escorted to your air-conditioned vehicle. Next, transfer to your hotel in Kandy and check-in to hotel to stay at leisure the rest of the day.
Approx. Travel time from Airport to Kandy – 02 ½ to 03 hrs
STANDRAD CHECK-IN AT 1400HRS. EARLY CHECK-IN IS SUBJECT TO AVIALBILITY ON DAY OF ARRIVAL
OVERNIGHT STAY AT THE SELECTED HOTEL

Day 2

KANDY Tour

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to visit Sembuwatta lake.
Approx. Travel time from Kandy to Sembuwatta Lake – 01 ½ to 02 hrs
Sem buwatta Lake is a tourist attraction situated at Elkaduwa in the Matale District of Sri Lanka, adjacent to the Campbell's Lane Forest Reserve. Sembuwatta Lake is a man-made lake created from natural spring water. Alongside the lake is a natural swimming pool.
Sembuwatta Lake is believed to be 9 m (30 ft) to 12 m (39 ft) deep. Currently the lake belongs to the Elkaduwa Plantations and produces electricity for the nearby villagers.
On completion, proceed to visit a Spice-garden in Matale.
Approx. Travel time from Sembuwatta Lake to Matale – 01 to 01 ½ hrs
Matale is famous for its batik production and spice gardens. For centuries, spices have been one of Sri Lanka's celebrated exports. Spices are mostly grown in home gardens (as a home industry) and used not only to flavor food but also for medicine and cosmetics.
On completion, return to the hotel and relax
OVERNIGHT STAY AT THE SELECTED HOTEL

Day 3

KANDY / BENTOTA

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Peradeniya botanical garden.
This was originally the King’s own royal pleasure garden that was later converted in to a botanic garden and opened to the public. At the Royal Botanical Gardens at ‘Peradeniya’ you could treat your eyes to an amazing, wide and rare collection of tropical and temperate, exotic and indigenous flora, and an orchid house with the largest collection in Asia. On completion do a city tour of Kandy and then return to the HotelOn completion proceed to Bentota
Approx. Travel time from Kandy to Bentota – 03 to 04 hrs
Bentota is one the favourite tourist hot-spots located on the south-west coast of Sri Lanka. This is a romantic rendezvous of river and sea famous for its long lazy beach that stretch for miles with plenty of beachside restaurants, many water-sport activities, hotels, little boutiques, pubs, and restaurants dotting the area amidst the clusters of palms overlooking the golden beaches of Bentota.
On arrival check-in to the hotel
OVERNIGHT STAY AT THE SELECTED HOTEL

Day 4

BENTOTA / KOSGODA / BALAPITIYA / BENTOTA

Today after the breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Kosgoda Turtle hatchery to see turtles.
Approx. Travel time from Bentota to Kosgoda – 10 to 15 Mins
The Turtle Hatchery opened in 1996, buys turtle eggs from the fishermen in an attempt to discourage them from poaching & selling the eggs for food. Witness how the newborn turtles are being cared for until they are ready to be released back to the ocean. The wide sandy beaches that exist round the island of Sri Lanka are utilized by several of the marine turtles for laying their eggs. The commonest of these are the Loggerheads and the Leathery turtle while the green turtle is a less common visitor.
On completion proceed to Balapitiya for a boat ride in Madu river.
Approx. Travel time from Kosgoda to Balapitiya – 15 to 20 Mins
Here in Balapitiya lies Madu Ganga, the beautiful river that nestles alongside Whispering Waters. Madu Ganga is considered as Sri Lanka's second largest wetland consisting of 32 islands including two main islands providing shelter to 215 families.
The Madu Ganga river is a shallow water body in south-west Sri Lanka, which enters the sea at Balapitiya.
On completion return to the hotel
OVERNIGHT STAY AT THE SELECTED HOTEL

Day 5

BENTOTA / COLOMBO

After breakfast at the hotel, check-out from the hotel and proceed to Colombo.
Approx. Travel time from Bentota to Colombo – 01 ½ to 02 hrs
Sri Lanka’s commercial capital and the largest city with the highest population, Colombo is situated in the Western Province. It is a fascinating town which has a blend of eastern and western cultures where all colors of the island are drawn together. Many visitors appreciate the city’s colonial heritage and enjoy the vast range of fine shopping and dining outlets that can be located within the rush of its urban buzz.
On arrival do a city tour in Colombo During your journey through the City of Colombo, you will visit the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) which is the very first purpose built convention center in Asia that combines the best of professional conference facilities available.
The Independence Square, is also a must visit, which today has become a major tourist attraction due to its historical significance and extraordinary work of architecture. Your visit will see the Old Parliament of Sri Lanka and the gorgeous Galle Face Green facing the beautiful Indian Ocean.
On completion check-in to the hotel and relax
OVERNIGHT STAY AT THE SELECTED HOTEL

Day 6

Departure, COLOMBO / AIRPORT

Today after breakfast, you will be transferred to the Colombo international Airport to catch your flight back home with all the happy memories.
Approx. Travel time from Colombo to Airport – 45 Mins to 01 hrs
STANDARD CHECK - OUT IS AT 1200HRS. LATE CHECK- OUT IS SUBJECT TO AVIALBILITY ON THE DAY OF DEPARTURE
We look forward to greeting you soon in Sri Lanka!

Hotels

Hotel 1
Hotel 2
Hotel 3

Name:	TOPAZ KANDY

City:	KANDY
Room Type:	TWIN/DOUBLE ROOM
Board Type:	BB

Name:	HABITAT KOSGODA

City:	BENTOTA
Room Type:	TWIN/DOUBLE ROOM
Board Type:	BB

Name:	FAIRWAY COLOMBO

City:	COLOMBO
Room Type:	TWIN/DOUBLE ROOM
Board Type:	BB

Inclusions

Complimentary water bottle per person upon arrival
Complimentary SIM card per person to be topped up/li>
Complimentary Cultural dance show during Kandy visit
Complimentary Spice Garden visit
Complimentary Gem Museum visit
05 Nights’ accommodation in the hotels specified above.
Meals on Bed & Breakfast basis.
Air-conditioned private transportation with the services of an English/Arabic-speaking chauffeur guide.
All applicable current local taxes.

Exclusions

Cost of the Visa - https://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/
Any meals not mentioned in the inclusions
Expenses of personal nature
Cost of optional excursions
Entrance fees to any site if not mentioned in the inclusions Sembuwatte Lake – USD 25 per person Peradeniya botanical garden – USD 10 per personKosgoda Turtle hatchery – USD 5 per personMadu river boat ride – USD 25 per boat
Cost of beverages throughout the tour
Tips and Portages

Compulsory Perahara period supplement at USD 60 X 02 nights for the stays from 23rd Aug to 31st Aug 2023.

Half Board supplement at USD 12.00 per person per day (Dinner will be provided at the hotel itself)
Full Board supplement at USD 22.00 per person per day (Dinner will be provided at the hotel itself and Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant)

Applicable for Asia and Middle East markets only.
Room availability is subject to change.
Reserve the right to withdraw the offer any time.

Cancellations before 15 days prior to arrival free of charge
Cancellations within 14 days of arrival date 100% of the total stay will be charged

Policies

Non Refundable

Terms & Conditions

When receiving this program, the the costumer will be acknowledgment and approval of the conditions stated in it.

Being at the airport at least two hours before the flight time and adhering to the weight conditions specified by the airlines.

Any amendment, delay or cancellation of the flight time is the responsibility of the airline management.

Some airlines (Fly NAS - Ras Al Khaimah – Air Arabia - Fly Dubai – Wizz Airline … ets) cannot cancel the ticket and refund the money. An amendment can be made 24 hours before the flight time with additional fees.

In the event of cancellation of the reservation during the season period, the value of the room reservation in the hotel is calculated in full and for the entire period, and in normal days, the first night is calculated in the event that the cancellation was 48 hours before the time of entry to the hotel.

Any modification in the type of rooms or hotel is according to the available possibility at the hotel.

The check-in time for the hotel is 2:00 noon, the check-out time for the hotel is 12:00 noon, according to the approved system in hotels.

The double room, according to the hotel system, is a king size bed or two separate single beds, and the triple room consists of two beds and the third bed is an extra bed (sofa bed).

The possibility of adjacent rooms next to each other or connection between them with a door due to the management of the hotel and according to the possibility available in the hotel.