
A Journey through Ceylon
18 days from £4995 per person
Route: Colombo – Makandura – Sigiriya – Kandy – Castlereagh – Yala National Park – Galle – Balapitiya
An intoxicating blend of cultures, this small tear-drop shaped island at the base of India is a tropical paradise home to colonial forts, lush tea plantations and a 2,500 year old Buddhist tradition. Based on staying in some of the finest small, luxury, boutique hotels in Sri Lanka, your journey starts at the charming Notary's House in Makandura before heading north to Sigiriya to explore the famed sites of the Cultural Triangle and Minneriya National Park. From here continue to Kandy, the beautiful tea estates of Hatton, Yala National Park and historic Galle before ending beside the beach at refined Kumu Beach Hotel in sleepy Balapitiya close to Bentota.
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
The 1,100 year old temple complex at Dambulla is a protected world heritage site. Consisting of a series of caves, the temples are decorated with religious frescoes and Buddhist sculpture.
Settled by the Dutch, Portuguese and British, the charming old town of Galle is one of the best examples of a fortified city built by Europeans in Asia and has been sympathetically maintained.
In the southeast of the country, Yala National Park is renowned for its variety of animals and ecosystems. It is important for the conservation of elephants, leopards and aquatic birds.
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to Price
Pettitts guide to price for this itinerary would be £4995 per person
The exact cost of this itinerary will vary depending on the season of travel, standard of accommodation, flight class, activities included and the date the booking is made. Please speak to one of our experienced travel specialists who will create a completely tailor-made and personalized quotation based on your requirements and budget.
** The above price is based on two adults travelling together in economy, sharing accommodation, travel based on low season for this destination and advance booking approximately nine months prior to travel**
Itinerary: A Journey through Ceylon
Accommodation in Makandura: The Notary's House
Accommodation in Sigiriya: Jetwing Vil Uyana
Accommodation in Thirappane: Ulagalla Resort
Accommodation in Sigiriya: Jetwing Vil Uyana
Accommodation in Thirappane: Ulagalla Resort
Accommodation in Kandy: The Kandy House
Alternative accommodation: Jetwing Kandy Gallery
Accommodation in Kandy: The Kandy House
Alternative accommodation: Jetwing Kandy Gallery
Accommodation in Castlereagh: Tea Trails bungalows (or similar)
Accommodation in Castlereagh: Tea Trails bungalows (or similar)
Accommodation in Yala National Park: Cinnamon Wild Resort
Upgrade option: Uga Chena Huts
Alternative upgrade option: Wild Coast Tented Lodge
Accommodation in Yala National Park: Cinnamon Wild Resort
Upgrade option: Uga Chena Huts
Alternative upgrade option: Wild Coast Tented Lodge
Accommodation in Galle: Fort Bazaar
Upgrade option: Amangalla
Accommodation in Galle: Fort Bazaar
Upgrade option: Amangalla
Accommodation in Balapitiya: Kumu Beach Hotel
Accommodation in Balapitiya: Kumu Beach Hotel
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Train travel as specified
- Private car with English speaking driver-guide
- Wildlife viewing with local naturalist
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.