Itinerary. U.K. Sri Lanka 11 th of November Airport Kandy 12 th of November Day 01. Fly from U.K. to Colombo. Day 02

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2 Itinerary Day 01 U.K. Sri Lanka 11 th of November 2018 Fly from U.K. to Colombo Day 02 Airport Kandy 12 th of November 2018 Arrival and Transfer to Kandy Approximate Travel Time: 04 Hrs Enroute visit Spice Gradens at Mawanella (Optional) The wealth and variety of Sri Lankan spices provided ideal grounds for traditional Ayurveda. Ayurveda is an ancient form of medicine, the Science of Long life, using natural remedies to achieve physical and mental well being. Herbs, spices and their natural oils figure prominently in Ayurveda massage and alternative therapies. Sri Lankan spices are used in a range of perfume, soap and other cosmetics, aromatherapy essential oils and Ayurveda toothpaste based on 24 herbs and spices. En route Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (Optional Tour) Pinnawala orphanage is situated northwest of the town Kegalle, halfway between the present capital of Colombo and the ancient royal residence Kandy in the hills of central Sri Lanka. It was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Wildlife department. This 24 acres, large elephant orphanage is an also breeding place for elephants, more than twenty elephants were born since 1984, and it has the greatest herd of elephants in captivity in the world.

3 Proceed to Kandy The hill capital of Kandy, the last stronghold of Sinhala kings against the British Empire, lies picturesquely surrounded by mountains and rivers just 115 km away from Colombo. Kandy features the most sacred of all Buddhist shrines - the temple of the tooth or The Dalada Maligawa, which holds the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. The temple is surrounded by the charming Bogambara Lake, adding tranquility into the hearts and souls of the thousands of devotees that flock the city of Kandy each day. This is also the location in which the annual Esala Perahera, one of the most sought after events in the country takes place. Other popular attractions in and around Kandy include the Royal Botanical Gardens, the picturesque Victoria Golf Course and the Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawela. Visit the Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic (Optional Tour) Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha

4 Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort Day 03 Golfing at Kandy 13 th of November 2018 Early morning Play Golf round 01 at Victoria Golf Club Enjoy a great golf vacation in an eco-friendly setting in the majestic city of Kandy. The Victoria Golf & Country resort spanning over 517 acres of lush green land are surrounded by the blue waters of the Victoria Reservoir against the backdrop of the Knuckles mountain range. Designed by renowned golf-course architect Donald Steel, 6945-yard, par 73-course is a favorite amongst local and foreign golfers. Families of golfers have ample recreational options to indulge at the well appointed golf chalets scattered around the Course including Horse Riding and Biking. The challenging T-shots and narrow trees lined fairways are challenging golfers obstacles whilst the 3rd & 5th holes overlook the panorama of the Victoria Reservoir. Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort Day 04 to th 15 th of November nd Test Match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Watch the 02 nd Test Match at Pallekele Int. Cricket Stadium

5 Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort Day th of November 2018 Golfing at Kandy 02 nd Test Match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Early morning Play Golf round 02 at Victoria Golf Club Visit the test match after Golf Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort Day 07 to th 18 th of November nd Test Match at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Watch the 02 nd Test Match at Pallekele Int. Cricket Stadium Overnight Stay in Victoria Golf & Country Resort Day 09 Kandy Hambantota 19 th of November 2018 Early morning Play Golf round 03 at Victoria Golf Club Proceed to Hambantota Hambantota town is often considered the heart of the Deep South of Sri Lanka. Located nearly 170 km south of Colombo, Hambantota is the main town of the district by the same name, in the Southern Province. It s a coastal town which has seen rapid development in recent years and promoted as a second commercial hub of the country after Colombo.

6 Overnight Stay in Shangri La s Resort & Spa Day 10 Golfing at Shangri La s Golf 20 th of November 2018 Play round 01 of Golf at SHANGRI-LA'S GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB Sri Lanka's premier 18-hole* golf course is set amid a vast coconut palm plantation within the resort, offering spectacular views and distinctive challenges for both casual and seasoned players. The beautifully landscaped par-70 course takes you on a memorable golf experience through three landscaped zones, each with its own unique character. Because of our dedication to biodiversity and habitat protection, the course development was approached from an eco-perspective by revitalising an abandoned sapphire mine, restoring vegetation, reintroducing birdlife and using salt-tolerant turf. The Pro Shop is equipped with golfing essentials, and all golf equipment can be hired. In addition, electric buggies can be provided to enhance the comfort of our golfers. Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club is open for international, regional and local tournaments. Overnight Stay in Shangri La s Resort & Spa Day 11 Golfing at Shangri La s Golf 21 st of November 2018 Play round 02 of Golf at SHANGRI-LA'S GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB If time permits you may take a jeep safari to Yala National Park Proceed to Yala (Optional Tour) Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public, and also adjoining parks.

7 Overnight Stay in Shangri La s Resort & Spa Day 12 Hambantota Colombo 22 nd of November 2018 Approximate Travel Time: 05 Hrs Early morning proceed to Colombo Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka and is by far the most happening cities in the country, from the street hawkers in the noisy bazaars of the Pettah area to the blue collared, tie clad businessmen of the World Trade Centre, Colombo is where Sri Lanka s economic and financial heart beats. From the grand old mansions of the bygone era to the department stores and shady tree-lined boulevards of today, Colombo is able to satisfy everyone from the prince to the pauper. The shopping, nightlife, and the dining experience in Colombo are pretty amazing and there s plenty of other historical, cultural and religious places of interest in the city too. Play a round of Golf at Royal Colombo Golf Club The Royal Colombo Golf Club, Sri Lanka: This course is 5,770 m long (par 71). A flat course with broad fairways which looks simple enough however with many water hazards and well guarded bunkers. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is easily accessible. It is a 20 minute drive from any of the star class class hotels in the city. RCGC is the home of the Sri Lanka Golf Union, the governing body of Golf in Sri Lanka and only answerable to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrew s in Scotland. There are only sixteen other Royal Clubs in the world which are older.

8 Overnight stay in Cinnamon Lakeside Day 13 to rd Test Match at SSC Grounds 23 rd to 27 th of November 2018 Watch the Test Match at SSC Cricket Stadium Overnight stay in Cinnamon Lakeside Day 18 Colombo - Airport 28 th of November 2018 If time permits proceed with the Colombo City Tour

9 Old Parliament Building The Old Parliament Building is the building that houses the Presidential Secretariat of Sri Lanka. Situated in the Colombo fort facing the sea, it is in close proximity to the President's House, Colombo. Independence Square Independence Memorial Hall (also an Independence Commemoration Hall) is a national monument in Sri Lanka built in commemoration of the independence of Sri Lanka from the British rule with the establishment of the Dominion of Ceylon on February 4, It is located on the Independence Square (formally Torrington Square) in the Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo. It also houses the Independence Memorial Museum. Gangaramaya Temple (Optional Tour) The temple's architecture demonstrates an eclectic mix of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architecture.this Buddhist temple includes several imposing buildings and is situated not far from the placid waters of Beira Lake on a plot of land that was originally a small hermitage on a piece of marshy land. It has the main features of a Vihara (temple), the Cetiya (Pagada) the Bodhitree, the Vihara Mandiraya, the Seema Malaka (assembly hall for the monks) and the Relic Chamber. In addition, a museum, a library, a residence hall, a three storied Pirivena, educational halls and an alms hall are also on the premises. Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH),is a convention center located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Built between 1970 and 1973 the convention center was a gift from the People's Republic of China in memory of Solomon Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) from 1956 to 1959.The construction of the Hall was carried out by a joint Sri Lankan and Chinese workforce with a considerable portion of the exquisite building materials being imported from China. In 1998 a small Exhibition Centre was built on the grounds, once again a gift from the People's Republic of China it is named the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre. Fly Colombo to U.K., you will be driven to the Airport

10 Accommodation Luxury Package Hotel City Room Meal Basis No. of Nights Category Victoria Golf & Country Resort Kandy Chalets BB 07 Shangri La s Resort & Spa Hambantota Deluxe BB 03 Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo Premium BB 06 Optional Entrance Fees Kandy Temple of Tooth - USD 12 per person Cultural Show - USD 10 per person Gangaramaya Temple - USD 05 per person Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - USD 20 per person Yala National Park - USD 30 per person Yala Jeep Safari - USD 45 per jeep (06 people max) Price from 3,150 per person Price Includes Return flights from the U.K. Transport in an Air conditioned Vehicle National Tour Guide for the Entire Tour (07 & above pax groups only) Accommodation at the Hotels mentioned above or similar Hotels with above mentioned meal basis. Golfing in Kandy - 3 Rounds 18 Holes Per Round (Inclusions Green Fees + Caddie Fees) Golfing in Colombo - 1 Round 18 Holes Per Round (Inclusions Green Fees + Caddie Fees) Buggies are not Available Golfing in Shangri La s Hambantota - 2 Rounds 18 Holes Per Round (Inclusions Green Fees + Caddie Fees) Match Tickets ** We will secure the match tickets as per the cricket board face value or the official tour operator prices, which is not confirmed yet ** Online Visa apply: