SRI LANKA
From tea plantations that cling to hillsides, to white palm-fringed beaches of the seacoast, Sri Lanka is an island of extraordinary natural beauty. The glorious variety of flora and fauna, the cool hill-stations, and the serene grace that permeates all aspects of the Sinhalese way of life, make a visit to this island kingdom a relaxing and fascinating break from the hubbub of the modern world. This journey combines visit to the ancient Buddhist shrines at Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, and the magnificent rock fortress at Sigriya, with stays in the hill towns of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya. The tour concludes with a stay on the coast, to relax and hear the surf of the Indian Ocean break on the golden beaches.
Duration: 14 days
Best time: October to mid April
Focus: beaches, temples, monasteries, elephant camp, wildlife, people, Sinhalese culture Highlights: Buddhist circuit
Route: Colombo – Dambulla – Anuradhapura – Polonnaruwa – Sigriya – Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Kataragama – Galle – Colombo
