PEARL OF SRI LANKA TOUR

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duration 12 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 35-79 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-34581
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Colombo, Sri Lanka
Ends Bentota, Sri Lanka

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Visit Pinnawela’s Elephant orphanage and learn about their breeding program.
Visit Sri Lanka’s medieval capital city of Polonnaruwa and the amazing ruins of Anuradhapura. Most temples in Anuradhapura are still used as holy temples and places by the local residents.
Enjoy Sri Lanka’s spice gardens, including Kandy’s famous Botanical Gardens
Have a cup of tea in Nuwara Eliya a mountain side town famous for their tea production and its quintessential British architecture
Take an exciting jeep safari and explore Yala National Park where you are likely to spot elephants, crocodiles, buffaloes and monkeys
Visit Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery you may even see three-day old hatchlings being released into their habitat
Swim and laze around Bentota beach
Learn all about Colombo’s city, from British and Dutch influence to the Hindu’ temple of Pettah
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Start in Colombo and end in Bentota, the tour "PEARL OF SRI LANKA TOUR" is a guided cultural, religious and historic sites tour that takes 12 days. You will travel through Galle, Yala National Park, Dambulla and 10 other destinations in Sri Lanka. "PEARL OF SRI LANKA TOUR" is a small group tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

This tiny island nation, known as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’, is the perfect destination to discover the tropical climate, local culture, incredible wildlife, endless sandy beaches and the world-famous spicy food. Experience an unforgettable journey on this premium small group tour. Comprehensive touring includes city tours, temple visits, tea palntations and the famous spice gardens. Get close to nature with a jeep safari at the Yala National Park, Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage and the turtle hatchery. Everything will be taken care of and you will be pampered in our luxury hotels, to make this a trip of a lifetime. Regardless of what your interests are, Sri Lanka has it covered!

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Colombo Arrival - Negombo (d)
Day 2: Negombo - Pinnawela - Sigiriya (b/d)
Day 3: Polonnaruwa - Anuradhapura - Sigiriya (b/d)
Day 4: Sigiriya - Dambulla - Matale - Kandy (b/d)
Day 5: Kandy - Peradeniya - Kandy (b/d)
Day 6: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (b/d)
Day 7: Nuwara Eliya - Horton Plains - Yala (b/d)
Day 8: Yala - Galle - Bentota (b/d)
Day 9: Bentota (b/d)
Day 10: Bentota - Colombo (b/d)
Day 11: Colombo (b/d)
Day 12: Departure (b)

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Meals

Welcome & Farewell Dinner
A unique & varied dining experience
All meals as per itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch; D= Dinner)
Stay at 4 & 5-star luxury hotels in Sri Lanka with daily breakfasts and dinners

Transport

Arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
Locally based professional drivers

Guide

Airport Meet-and-Greet welcome service with local tour guide
English-speaking local tour guides who live and breathe the destination – they will bring your itinerary to life
For group of more than 10 people, on top of local tour guides, we will provide an experienced tour director. He or she will oversee your entire journey, accompany you every day and connect you to the people, places and encounter in a way you’ll never forget.

Others

Entrance fees at monuments
Comprehensive sightseeing as per itinerary:
Cultural Dance performance
24/7 local assistance and travel guidance
Guaranteed departures with just two guests
Small group with maximum 16 guests
Exclusive: a unique "local-host" experience exclusively offered by Tweet World Travel

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to Colombo and from Bentota are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this PEARL OF SRI LANKA TOUR tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this PEARL OF SRI LANKA TOUR tour. You can cancel the tour up to 65 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 64 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 19 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 June 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 64 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

PEARL OF SRI LANKA TOUR tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this PEARL OF SRI LANKA TOUR tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

Thorough hygiene practices and general health & safety measures has been implemented on this trip to protect against COVID-19. Highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness will be followed in all the hotels and restaurants.
All travelers and tour guides, and drivers are required to use a mask to cover the mouth and nose during excursions, activities and on vehicles. Disinfectants will be available from tour guides during the tour.

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