| Sri Lankan Cricket Tour : 27th August - 16th September, 2011 |
| The previous tour we took to Sri Lanka was in 2004 and although the result was a 3-0 whitewash for Australia, the series could easily have gone the other way, as Sri Lanka had first innings leads in all three matches. The individual battles were just as compelling with Warnie just coming out on top of Murali and not only securing the series for Australia, but also achieving the individual accolade of player of the series as well as claiming his 500th Test match wicket. At that time Australia were clearly ranked No 1 in the world, but things are a bit different this time round and the battles will be even closer again as little separates both teams in world rankings, so I am expecting a cracker of a series. We were fortunate enough to see the Sri Lankans in the Cricket World Cup earlier this year, so we are well aware of the capabilities of this very talented cricket team. |
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| Having been here on previous occasions we are also very familiar with Sri Lanka as a destination and their love of the game of cricket. Just watching all the children playing cricket on the Galle Face Green in Colombo gives an insight into their passion for the game. It also gives us an opportunity to visit the stadium at Galle, so cruelly devastated by the tsunami in 2004, just after our tour, and also to see the new stadium at Pallekele in the spectacular mountain kingdom of Kandy. We have also secured the best possible hotels in each location and can assure you that you will be absolutely thrilled with our accommodation. And as an added bonus, we have the additional post tour into the stunning archipelago of the Maldives and the beautiful island resort of Rannalhi. We look forward to you joining us on what will be a great tour. Stacky |
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Tour Itinerary : 27th August - 13th September, 2011 |
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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. |
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Add-On Extension Itinerary : 13th - 16th September, 2011 |
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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. |
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INCLUSIONS, EXCLUSIONS AND TOUR CONDITIONS |
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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 |
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TOUR COST - PRICE PER PERSON |
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Tour |
Twin Cost |
Single Cost |
Full Tour |
$4,595.00 |
$5,595.00 |
Add-On Tour |
$895.00 |
$1,195.00 |
