Sri Lankan Test Tour - March, 2004

Fri 12 March: Australia - Singapore
Depart your capital city for your Qantas international flight to Singapore. On arrival we will be met and transferred to our accommodation for the night, the 5 star Meritus Negara, just off fashionable Orchard Rd.

Sat 13 March: Singapore
This morning we are undertaking a sightseeing tour of the city. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore the city further, undertake another tour, or relax. This evening we are privileged to be able to attend the private and exclusive Singapore Cricket Club for a private dinner and tour of the Club.This is a rare opportunity, and honour.

Sun 14 March: Singapore - Kandy 
This morning is more free time to do a bit more exploring or some shopping, before we transfer to the airport for our Sri Lankan Airlines flight to Colombo. At the airport we will be met and transfer by coach directly to our hotel in Kandy, the colonial style Hotel Suisse or the 5 star Mahaweli Reach.

Mon 15 March: Kandy
After a leisurely breakfast, we board our coach for a short drive to the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, a truly unique and fascinating experience, before heading back to town. Explore the city and bazaar before this evening’s visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a cultural show with traditional Sri Lankan dancing and a traditional Sri Lankan dinner.

Tue 16 March: Kandy
The first day of the Second Test at Asgiriya Stadium, with daily return air conditioned coaches.

 Wed 17 March: Kandy
The second day of the Second Test at Asgiriya Stadium.

Thu 18 March: Kandy
The third day of the Second Test at Asgiriya Stadium.

Fri 19 March: Kandy
The fourth day of the Second Test at Asgiriya Stadium.

Sat 20 March: Kandy
The fifth day of the Second Test at Asgiriya Stadium. Should the test finish early, then we will undertake a day excursion to Sigiriya, the Rock Fortress and see the celebrated frescoes – “The Sigiriya Maidens”, the medieval capital of Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa, and the Rock Cave Temple at Dambulla, depending on time available.

Sun 21 March: Kandy-Kalutara  
This morning we leave Kandy, and head to our beautiful beachside resort at Kalutara, on Sri Lanka’s Gold Coast, for a couple of days rest and recreation. En route to Kalutara we visit a tea factory to see the Sri Lanka’s best known export.

Mon 22 March: Kalutara
Another day of relaxing at the first class Golden Sun Resort or an opportunity of touring the local areas at your leisure.

Tue 23 March: Kalutara - Colombo
A morning of relaxing, before our afternoon transfer back to Colombo, and a city sightseeing tour before arriving at our hotel, the 5 star Taj Samudra or Trans Asia Hotel.

Wed 24 March: Colombo
The first day of the Third Test at SSC Colombo, with daily return air conditioned coaches.

Thu 25 March: Colombo
The second day of the Third Test at SSC Colombo.

Fri 26 March: Colombo
The third day of the Third Test at SSC Colombo.

Sat 27 March: Colombo
The fourth day of the Third Test at SSC Colombo.

Sun 28 March: Colombo
The fifth day of the Third Test at SSC Colombo. Tonight is our farewell dinner, to end our tour.

Mon 29 March: Colombo - Australia
This morning we have an early morning flight back to Singapore with Sri Lankan Airlines, with connecting Qantas flights back to Australia. For those passengers extending to the Maldives, the departure time is the same.

Tue 30 March: Australia
Arrival in Australia at your home city.

Mon 29 March: Colombo-Maldives
This morning we board our Sri Lankan Airlines flight to the Maldives capital of Male, we you will be met and transferred by speed boats to your resort Club Rannelhi. Please note that breakfast and dinner is included every day.

Tue 30 March: Maldives
A full day to relax and unwind, swim, sail, or take an excursion.

Wed 31 March: Maldives
A full day to relax and unwind, swim, sail, or take an excursion.

Thu 01 April: Maldives
A full day to relax and unwind, swim, sail, or take an excursion.

Fri 02 April: Maldives
This morning we have an early morning flight back to Singapore with Sri Lankan Airlines, with connecting Qantas flights back to Australia.

Sat 03 April: Australia
Arrival in Australia at your home city.

Tour Cost - Full Tour Departing Australia on 12th March, 2004