Colombo (4 D & 3 N)

The price is inclusive of

  • Return Airfare from Coimbatore to Colombo by Sri Lankan Airways
  • Sri Lankan Visa
  • Accommodation at the hotels mentioned or similar with FB Basis as per the itinerary.
  • 03 Breakfast, 03Lunch,03Dinner
  • Entrance tickets Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, Gangarama Temple and Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery.
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned Coach with the service of an English speaking Chauffeur Guide.
  • City tour of Bentotaand City / shopping tour in Colombo and excursion to Pinnawela.
  • Government Tax (VAT 12%).

The Price is Exclusive of

  • Entrance fees to another sites not mentioned in the includes.
  • Any other meal throughout the tour.
  • Early check in or late checkout charges.
  • Toll Charges.
  • Usage of vehicle beyond the given route drives after 06.00 PM, usage of guide beyond
  • the mentioned timings or anything beyond the itinerary
  • Camera or Video permits.
  • Expenses of a personal nature.
  • Any Increase in the fuel surcharge or any kind of taxes levied by the respective
  • government or statutory bodies.
  • Any Increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangements which may come in to effect prior to departure.
  • Cost of extension of the validity or deviation from the route of the tour
    Porterage, laundry, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), telephone charges, shopping, all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming the part of the group menus.
  • Any extra expenses incurred for changing the route due to any unforeseen circumstances, forced majuire instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, strikes etc.
  • Extra cost incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization or any Individual unforeseen cost incurring incidence.
  • Any private transfers taken to move from one place to another instead of coach
  • Additional extra topping if taken
  • Any add-on sightseeing/activities along with transfers if done other than mentioned in the tour program.
  • Any up gradation in the room category.
  • Water bottle charges
  • Medicines required if any
  • Service or Government taxes as applicable from time to time
  • Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘Your Tour Price Includes Column’.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations with in 01 to 06 days of the arrival date – 100% of the value of the booking.
  • Cancellations with in 7 to 13 days of the arrival date – 50% of the value of the booking
  • Cancellations with in 14 to 28 days of the arrival date – 25% of the value of the booking
  • Cancellations beyond 28 days of the arrival date – to be decided by the hotel on case-by-case basis

RATES & VALIDITY

  • All rates quoted are in US Dollars (US$) and are non-commissionable.
  • The rates in this document are subject to change/revision based on any increase / decrease in the hotels’/suppliers’ rates or the taxes imposed by the government.

IMPORTANT

  • The above mentioned hotels will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. If otherwise suitable alternatives will be suggested prior to confirmation.
  • The consumption of alcohol during “Poya Days” at bars, clubs and other public areas of the hotel and operation of similar forms of entertainment establishments is prohibited by law in Sri Lanka. It is recommended that clients contact the Reception to obtain their respective formalities during their holiday.
  • IMPORTANT – Kindly note that check in time to all hotels will be at 1400 hrs and check out is at 1200.
  • All transfer times mentioned above are subject to variations depending on traffic flow and road conditions.

IMPORTANT: Please note the new visa procedure implemented by the Department of Immigration/Emigration for all tourists arriving to Sri Lanka effective from the 1st January 2012. It has been made mandatory that all tourists fill in the ETA form on-line and apply for your visa prior to arrival. For more information, visit www.eta.gov.lk

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Description

Day1 :
Departure from Coimbatore International Airport by 0335pm and arrival at Colombo by 0445pm. Then transfer to Colombo. Check in to the hotel.City tour and shopping in Colombo (04 hrs – 40 kms).
Colombo – like many capital cities in developing countries Colombo is fast changing its face. Almost overnight, skyscrapers arise from where old buildings once stood, yet in some parts; the old world charm is retained. A 100-year-old clock tower and several British built, colonial buildings are still to be seen in the city. The Pettah bazaar – where one can shop for bargains, a Hindu and a Buddhist temple, residential areas where you find the stately homes of the affluent, the Colombo museum, the Bandaranaike memorial international conference hall – an outright gift to Sri Lanka from the people’s republic of china, the new parliament in Sri Jayawardenapura and the folk art center are some of the places of interest that one can visit to Visit shopping complexes such as ODEL, HOUSE OF FASHION, MAJESTIC CITY.

Day2 :
After breakfast proceed to Kandy. En route visit to Pinnawela.
Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage – Started in 1975 to house the abandoned and the wounded, the orphanage has grown to be a big family today. The number of elephants has increased to more than 65 now, including baby elephant brought from various parts, as well as 14 babies born as a result of the captive breeding program. The best time to visit is the feeding time and the bathing time when the elephant are taken to the river close by. A unique experience never to be missed.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Pinnawela.On completion return to Colombo.

Day3 :
After breakfast proceed to Bentota. Check in to the hotel. Lunch at a local restaurant in Bentota.
Commence a city tour in Bentota.

Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery – Kosgoda is famous for its turtle hatchery operated by the Wild Life Protection Society of Sri Lanka. It was established in 1981 to protect Sri Lanka’s turtles from extinction. The hatcheries pay fishermen for eggs that they collect at night along the long sandy beach. Visitors are shown the huge tanks filled with new born but lively hatchlings. After being fed the hatchlings are taken to the sea and released when they are 2-4 days old. They are not always released during the safer hours of darkness. Although October to April is the main laying season, some eggs can be found at Kosgoda throughout the year.

Next Enjoying aquatic sports activities at Bentota.

A wide range of water sports, diving and game fishing options to choose from. Qualified PADI diving instructors are available to certify divers from beginners to advance in PADI certification. Sail on the tranquil waters of the Bentota River on our very own catamaran or feel the wind and water on your face as you race away on our jet skis.

Feel the exhilaration as you skip across the water in a “doughnut” behind one of our speed boats or try your skill at wind surfing. Get a group of friends together for an exhilarating ride on the colourful banana boat.

Our range of water sports includes: Water Skiing, Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Deep Sea Fishing, Speed Boat Rides, Banana Boat Rides, Wind Surfing, Jet Skiing, Catamaran Rides, Water Doughnut Rides are available.

Day4 : Arrival Kochi
Breakfast, Check – out and Departure transfer to Airport for flight by 01:30 pm and arrival at Coimbatore Airport by 02:35 pm