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Fly to Colombo
Direct flight from London Heathrow to Colombo.
The perfect introduction to Sri Lanka, this itinerary covers many of its highlights and includes stays in some of the country’s leading boutique properties. Venture to the top of Sigiriya Rock where the views of the surrounding landscape from its summit are well worth the effort, as are the stunning frescoes. Explore the lake and temples of Kandy before venturing south to Koggala near Galle, stopping en route for sightseeing including a visit to a turtle hatchery and a tour of the Dutch Fort. Moving back towards Colombo, end with a stay in a beachfront all-villa property and a private tour of the capital.
Direct flight from London Heathrow to Colombo.
On arrival transfer directly to Negombo to spend your first night at The Wallawwa. (B)
The WallawwaTravel to Sigiriya for a 2 night stay at Water Garden Sigiriya. From here, climb the near-vertical walls, passing remarkable frescoes and carvings, to discover the ruins of an ancient civilisation and enjoy the breathtaking views. Best viewed in the early morning when the forests, water gardens and shrines are shrouded in mist.
Water Garden SigiriyaTravel to Kandy, referred as the Royal City in the Hill Country, is is the last Royal capital before the British fully occupied the country. En route visit the Dambulla Cave Temple; Dambulla, the geographical centre of the island has a vast isolated rock temple which houses 5 caves, inside are beautiful frescoes dating back some 2000 years as well as a statue of Buddha carved out of rock measuring 14 metres. Enjoy lunch with a cookery demonstration. Spend two nights at The Kandy House. (B)
The Kandy HouseMost of today is at leisure to enjoy your accommodation and its gardens before embarking on an early evening city tour of Kandy including Kandy Lake and The Temple of The Sacred Tooth Relic. (B)
Return transfer to Colombo Airport to connect with the return flight to London Heathrow.
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