Sri Lankan Cricket Tour : 27th August - 16th September, 2011

Tour Itinerary : 27th August - 13th September, 2011
Saturday 27th August, 2011 - Australia to Colombo
Board your Singapore Airlines flight to Colombo via Singapore. On arrival transfer to our Colombo hotel, the Taj Samudra.

Sunday 28th August, 2011 - Colombo
Today we will take a half day city tour of the city, and this evening we’ll get together for a welcome drink.

Monday 29th August, 2011 - Colombo to Galle
This morning board our coach for our drive to Galle, and check in to the beautiful 5 star Lighthouse Hotel, which sits atop a hillock overlooking the blue waters of the Indian Ocean.

Tuesday 30th August, 2011 - Galle
A half day morning tour to familiarise ourselves with the city of Galle.

Wednesday 31st August, 2011 - Galle
First day of the first Test at Galle International Stadium, including return transfers and corporate hospitality facilities.

Thursday 1st September, 2011 - Galle
Second day of the first Test at Galle.

Friday 2nd September, 2011 - Galle
Third day of the first Test at Galle.

Saturday 3rd September, 2011 - Galle
Fourth day of the first Test at Galle.

Sunday 4th September, 2011 - Galle
Fifth day of the first Test at Galle.

Monday 5th September, 2011 - Galle to Mt Lavinia
Today we transfer to the stunning location and hotel of Mt Lavinia (or similar) for a couple of days rest and relaxation.

Tuesday 6th September, 2011 - Mt Lavinia
A second day of leisure or a trip into Colombo, only half an hour away.

Wednesday 7th September, 2011 - Mt Lavinia to Kandy
Today we transfer to the railway station for our train trip to Kandy, and our 5 star hotel Mahaweli Reach. This evening a local cultural show and temple visit.

Thursday 8th September, 2011 - Kandy
First day of the second Test at Kandy at Pallekele (Muttiah Muralitharan) International Cricket Stadium with transfers. Pallekele is 10km from Kandy. Corporate hospitality facilities are also included here.

Friday 9th September, 2011 - Kandy
Second day of the second Test at Kandy.

Saturday 10th September, 2011 - Kandy
Third day of the second Test at Kandy.

Sunday 11th September, 2011 - Kandy
Fourth day of the second Test at Kandy.

Monday 12th September, 2011 - Kandy

Fifth day of the second Test at Kandy.

Tuesday 13th September - Departure Day

A leisurely morning with an afternoon visit to Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage before our return to Colombo airport for our flight home or add-on flights.
 
Add-On Extension Itinerary : 13th - 16th September, 2011
Tuesday 13th September, 2011 - Colombo to Male
Our late evening flight gets us to Male International airport where our speedboat will transfer us to the stunning Island resort of Rannalhi (or similar).

Wednesday 14th September, 2011 - Male
A full day of leisure with full board and drinks included.

Thursday 15th September, 2011 - Male
Another day free or indulge in some of the recreation activities on the island.

Friday 16th September, 2011 - Male to Australia

Another free day before out late checkout and transfer back to Male for our Singapore Airlines flights home.
 
Inclusions, Exclusions and Tour Conditions
Tour Inclusions
- Return economy class flights with Singapore Airlines and Emirates Airlines
- First class accommodation throughout the whole tour
- All breakfasts included daily
- Fully inclusive of all meals and drinks in Maldives
- Welcome drinks and a farewell dinner
- Touring and sightseeing as per the itinerary in luxury coaches with guides
- Reserved undercover seating with corporate facilities at both Test matches
- The services of a cricket manager and experienced tour leader
- Travel kit including polo shirt and hat

Tour Exclusions
- Airline and airport taxes and charges (approx. $580.00 for Sri Lanka & $70.00 for Maldives)
- Items of a personal nature
- All other meals and drinks unless specified
- Travel Insurance (strongly recommended)

Tour Conditions
- Tour conditions as per our Reservation Form
- Deposit of $ 2,000.00 per person, non-refundable
- Balance due 60 days prior to departure
- Airport taxes will be charged at time of ticketing
- We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance
- We recommend that you check with your doctor as immunizations and medications may be applicable
- No visas are required for Sri Lanka and Maldives
 
Tour Cost - Price Per Person
Tour
Twin Cost
Single Cost
Full Tour
$4,595.00
$5,595.00
Add-On Tour
$895.00
$1,195.00


Tour Photos - Click on any image to view in slideshow



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Sri Lanka Cricket Tour
Colombo




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Kandy




Taj Samudra
Taj Samudra




Lighthouse Hotel Galle
Lighthouse Hotel




Mt Lavinia Hotel
Mount Lavinia Hotel




Mahaweli Reach
Mahaweli Reach




Pallekele Cricket Stadium
Pallekele Cricket Stadium




Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage
Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage




Rannalhi Club Resort
Rannalhi Club Resort