PRICE INFORMATION Prices from £ 2750 per person
OUR PRICE INCLUDES
• Return scheduled flights with British Airways or Sri Lankan Airlines to Colombo in economy class
• Breakfast and accommodation sharing a twin or double room
• Private English-speaking chauffeur-guide in an airconditioned Japanese car throughout the itinerary
• Entrance fees to the monuments listed above
OUR PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE Visas Meals , except as specified above
Drinks , gratuities and personal expenses Camera fees where applicable
• Insurance
HOTEL LIST FOR THE ABOVE ITINERARY Negombo , Jetwing Beach , the cool , contemporary architecture complements a charming stretch of beach . There is a lovely spa , great restaurant and a choice of water sports .
Kandalama , Heritance Kandalama , this award-winning eco resort blends with its natural environment and overlooks the Kandalama Tank ( lake ). Every guestroom has its own private balcony . There are three restaurants , three pools and a Six Senses Spa .
Bandarawela , Kirchhayn Bungalow , enjoy a taste of tea plantation life in this secluded planter ’ s bungalow surrounded by 50 acres of its own manicured tea slopes and sprawling gardens .
Tangalle , Last House , this luxury seaside escape was Geoffrey Bawa ’ s ultimate commission . It ’ s possible to cycle , surf , play croquet , or simply relax and enjoy fresh seafood prepared by the chef .
Galle , Jetwing Lighthouse , commanding superb views across the Indian Ocean and just two kilometres from Galle , this hotel offers two restaurants , two pools plus a children ’ s pool , spa , tennis and squash courts .
Bentota , Club Villa , this 19th century colonial villa blends traditional period design with post-modern touches . There is a restaurant , bar and swimming pool .
Colombo , Uga Residence , a luxury boutique hotel on a leafy street in the heart of the city . The 12 rooms are airy and spacious and the restaurant is popular with Colombo residents for al fresco dining .
Day 10 Bentota Spend the morning at leisure , perhaps with some time on the beach enjoying the water sports on offer . For afternoon tea , visit Geoffrey Bawa ’ s country residence Lunuganga , where you will find that nature has been incorporated in the very design of the house . Return to Club Villa for the night .
Day 11 Bentota to Colombo In the morning , drive to the commercial capital of Colombo ( approximately 2 hours ). En route stop at Blue Waters in Wadduwa , designed by Geoffrey Bawa . Check-in to Uga Residence for the night . Spend the rest of your day at leisure in Colombo , enjoying some sightseeing and shopping . It may be possible to visit one of the world ’ s leading tea auctions , an 18-hole Golf Course or seasonal Buddhist and Hindu pageants . In the evening visit Number 11 , the residence of Geoffrey Bawa .
Day 12 Departure from Colombo After breakfast , leave for the airport for your onward flight .
A shorter version of this tour is available for those with limited time .
Lunuganga
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