12 Days Tour (June October 2018) CHARIKA TRAVELS. Tel: (03) , Web:

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1 12 Days Tour (June October 2018) CHARIKA TRAVELS Tel: (03) , Web: P a g e 1 Celink Australia Pty Ltd t/a CHARIKA TRAVELS

2 INTRODUCTION Sri Lanka is truly the wonder of Asia and the Pearl of Indian Ocean. This tropical island paradise is one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the world. For centuries, travellers around the world enticed by its breath-taking beauty, pristine beaches, unique wildlife, history and heritage. Holiday in this isle of paradise is not just a tour package, but an exciting, unforgettable & amazing Adventure - Holiday of a lifetime Our 12 days tour is specially designed for you to provide a longremembered experience in this small wonder. The speciality of this tour is that your group will be accompanied by our Australia (Melbourne) residing Tour Specialist, who will personally look after the group and ensure all arrangements are in in order. (please see details of our Tour Specialist in pg. 17). This Escorted Group Tour provides an unforgettable Adventure Holiday in a beautiful tropical island. This tour will take you to seductive pristine beaches, heritage & archaeological sites of ancient kingdoms which display grandeur monuments belonged to thousands of years old history, mountains shrouded by mist and covered by tea plantations produce world s best Ceylon Tea, rivers, silver lined waterfalls, wildlife parks & Safari, unique ecosystems and inspiring vibrant culture. The Tour will cover 05 UNESCO Listed World Heritage Sites. You will experience the world-renowned Sri Lankan hospitality, welcome of charming friendly people and local cuisines & flavours which enticed international travellers for many centuries. This Dream Adventure-Holiday of a lifetime will provide you with unforgettable memories in the isle of paradise SRI LANKA. P a g e 2

3 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Tour Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days (Period: June - October 2018) Overnight Staying Destinations: Negombo (1 Night), Habarana (3 Nights), Kandy (2 Night), Nuwara Eliya (1 Nights), Tissamaharamaya/Yala (1 Night), South Beach (2 nights), Colombo the Commercial Capital (1 Night). Main Tour Attractions & Activities: Anuradhapura Ancient City Excursion, Sigiriya Lion Rock Climb, Minneriya National Park Wildlife Safari, Polonnaruwa Ancient City tour, Spice Garden visit, Kandy City tour, Kandy Temple of the Tooth, Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, Cultural Show at Kandy, Tea Factory & Plantation visit, Nuwara Eliya City tour, Yala National Park Safari *, Galle Dutch Fort visit, Turtle Hatchery visit, Tropical Beach retreat at Galle, Colombo City tour This Program covers Five (05) UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour Specialist / Host: Our Melbourne residing Tour Specialist/Host will accompany the group during the entire tour in Sri Lanka (see pg. 17 for details) Accommodation: Room Sharing in 4 & 5 Star Type Hotels Meal Plan: Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner included) Transport: All Hotel Transfers and Airport transfers are in Private A/C Vehicle driven by an English-Speaking National/Chauffeur Guide *Please note: Yala National Park is closed from September till mid-october P a g e 3

4 NEGOMBO Day 1 Hotel Suggested: JETWING BLUE Breakfast, Dinner Upon your arrival to Colombo (evening arrival), you will be welcomed & greeted by our Tour Specialist/Host together with our Chauffeur-guide at the Airport. Then the group will be transferred to a hotel in Negombo for overnight stay. You will relax and revive after a long flight. Negombo was given the name Little Rome due to many Portuguese era Roman Catholic Churches. Main Churches include St Mary s Church Cathedral at Negombo city, Gothic Style St. Sebastian Church at Sea St, Negombo, St. Joseph's Church and St. Lazarus Church Negombo. P a g e 4

5 HABARANA Days 2, 3 & 4 Hotel Suggested: CINNAMON LODGE HABARANA Breakfast, Dinner After breakfast, you will leave for Habarana for 3 nights stay. Habarana is a famous destination for tourists. It is a focal point for many internationally renowned tourist attractions. We use Habarana as an overnight -stay destination to famous tourist attractions including Anuradhapura Ancient City, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa Ancient City and Minneriya National Park Safari. In the Afternoon, relax and enjoy at your beautiful hotel and ambiance. Day 3 after breakfast, you will visit the Sacred City of Anuradhapura Day 4 in the morning you go to see one of the Wonders of the Ancient World the Sigiriya Lion Rock and witness the ancient engineering ingenuity (Sigiriya Lion Rock requires climbing of many steep steps). in the afternoon will go on an exciting Wildlife Safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park to see gatherings of wild Elephants Day 5 (in the Morning) before heading to Kandy, you will visit the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa and witness many archaeological and historical monuments P a g e 5

6 Sacred City of Anuradhapura Anuradhapura Ancient City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Anuradhpuraya was considered as the capital of Sri Lanka from 04 th Century BC to the beginning of 11 th Century AD. According to the great chronicle The Mahawansa which documented the history of Sri Lanka and other historical documents, Buddhism was first introduced to Sri Lanka in Anuradhapura during 3 rd Century BC, at a rock peak of a mountainous range called Mihintale, to King Devanmpiya-Tissa - the ruler of Anuradhapura, by Arihat Mahinda Thera - the son of Great Emperor Asoka of India. Therefore, the sacred city of Anuradhapura is considered as the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. The city s greatest treasures include: Sri Maha Bodhiya: The original Southern branch (right wing branch) of historical Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi (sacred fig tree) at Bodhgaya under which Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment. Brought by Ven. Arihat Sangamitta therani (the daughter of the Emperor Aoska of India) in the year 288 BC (3 rd Century BC) and planted in Anuradhapura holy city. Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura is considered and venerated as on of the most precious and sacred relics, by Buddhists all over the world and is the oldest living human-planted tree in the world. Ruwanwalisaya is also known as the Maha Stupa (or the Great Stupa) is one the most prominent Buddhist Stupas in Sri Lanka. Built by King Dutugemunu in 140 BC to enshrines a large portion of Relics of Lord Buddha. Ruwanwelisaya stupa is considered as one of the world's tallest monuments, standing at around 103 m (338 ft) and with a circumference of 290 m (951 ft). Tuparamaya: Considered as the first Buddhist Stupa in Sri Lanka, built by King Devanmpiya-Tissa ( BC), in 3 rd Century BC in which enshrines the sacred Right Collar Bone of Lord Buddha. The Stupa was built in the shape of a bell and the compound was paved with granite. P a g e 6

7 Jethawanaramaya: Built in Anuradhapura by King Mahasena ( ). With a high of 122 metres (400 ft) with a base-area of 233,000 m2 (2,508,000 sq ft). This is an ancient engineering marvel and approximately 93.3 million bricks were used in the construction. It is believed to be the world's tallest stupa and perhaps one of the tallest structures in the Ancient world. Associated monasteries and structures within the compound said to be housed approximately 10,000 Buddhist Monks. Abhyagiriya: Built in Anuradhapura by King Valagamba during the period of his second reign, from BC. This was the stupa for a monastery complex for Mahayana & Theravada Buddhist schools. Abhyagiriya was one of the most extensive Archaeological sites in the world with ruins of a complex of great monasteries Isurumuniya: Built by King Devanmpiya Tissa. This site is houses very famous carvings isurumuniya lovers, Elephant Pond, and the Royal Family Other significant sites and attracts in Anuradhpura includes the world famouse Samadhi Budhha Stautue, Kuttam Pokuna or the twin ponds, Mirisavatiya stupa, Lankarama Viharaya etc. Note: attraction involves walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights. Minneriya National Park One of the main Safari parks situated in North Central Province, close to Sigiriya/Habarana. The National Park surrounds the Minneriya Reservoir/tank, which was built by King Mahasen in 3 rd Century AD. Minneriya National Park which was designated as a National Park in 1997 after it had been declared a wildlife sanctuary in Large number of Elephants migrate to the Minneriya reservoir during the dry season. They Migrate from surrounding National Parks and forests, for food, water. This Elephant Gathering is a world-renowned spectacle. Many tourists attract to Minneriya to go on a well-remembered thrilling Private Jeep Safaris and to witness the great Sri Lankan Elephant Gathering during the dry season. Note: This attraction involves Safari Jeep ride in rough Jungle Terrain with bumpy roads. P a g e 7

8 Sigiriya Lion Rock (Sigiriya Fortress) Sigiriya is a 5th Century man-made fortification situated on a majestic column of rock and known as the Fortress in the Sky. This is perhaps the most fantastic single wonder of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the huge lion that used to stand at the entrance to the fortress. Sigiriya Lion Rock is a UNESCO listed world Heritage Site. The Lion Rock Fortress palace and fortifications were built by King Kasyapa ( CE) on Sigiriya Rock. Within its triple-moated defence the huge rock rises almost to a sheer height of 500ft. On its summit are the foundations of what was once a great palace and gardens complete with swimming pool. On one of the stairways, the only known ancient work of secular painting survived in the form of Frescoes of life sized damsels in all the freshness and delicacy of their original colour. Another attraction of Sigiriya is its Mirror Wall, this wall is filled with ancient inscriptions which considered to be poems. Further, Sigiriya is considered as a marvel of ancient urban planning and landscaping skills. Note: This attraction involves climbing of many steep steps / stairs and heights. P a g e 8

9 Polonnaruwa Ancient City Situated in Polonnaruwa district in North Central Province, Polonnaruwa is The second most ancient city of Sri Lanka. King Vijayabahu 1st declared Polonnaruwa as the Capital in Polonnaruwa s Goldern age was dawned during the period of King Parakramabahu-1st ( ) who declared that no drop of rainwater falling from sky shall not flow to sea without serving the mankind. During this period, King Parakramabahu build a sophisticated irrigation system based on Parakrama Samudra (Sea of Parakramabhahu) a man-made gigantic reservoir. This irrigation system whicj provide water to paddy fields during dry seasons even in present day s, is an engineering marvel of Ancient Sri Lankans. Polonnaruwa was a magnificient Garden City during King Parakramabahu s reign, and was flourishing to become an international trade and agricultural hub. Today, Polonnaruwa Ancient City is a UNESCO world heritage site and a famous archaeological site visited by tourists around the world. Historical archaeological attractions in the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa include: Ruins of Royal Palaces, Watadage, Hatadage, Nissanka Latha Madapa, Rankoth Vehera, Lankatilaka Temple, Statues of Gal Vihara, Kiri Vihara, The statue of Kind Parakramabahu, and Shiva Devalaya. Note: This attraction involves walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights. P a g e 9

10 KANDY Day 5 & 6 Hotel Suggested: OZO KANDY Breakfast, Dinner On Day 5, you will leave for the Hill Station Kandy On the way you will visit a Spice Garden where many varieties of traditional spices are grown. At this Spice Garden you will be provided a detailed description to a centuries old spice production industry in Sri Lanka. Kandy is the second largest city and the last Kingdom of Sri Lanka. The Kingdom of Kandy was formed in 15 Century. The Kandyan royal dynasty was ended in Main Tourist attractions in Kandy include The Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake, Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, and the Museum. Day 6 (next day) After Breakfast at Kandy, your Chauffeur Guide will take you to see the Temple of the Tooth Relic and the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens. In the evening you will enjoy the rhythm of traditional drams and dances of Kandy at the Cultural Show. Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights. P a g e 10

11 The Temple of the Tooth Relic Sri Dalada Maligawa (the Temple of the Tooth Relic) is one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. This is situated at the Kandy Royal Palace compound. Temple of the Tooth Relic houses the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha, and one of the holiest places for Buddhists around the world. The sacred tooth relic was brought to Sri Lanka in Anuradhapura Era during the reign of Sri Megavanna ( CE). Thereafter the custodianship of the sacred tooth relic was considered as the right for rule for reigning monarchs of Sri Lanka. Kings of Sri Lanka protected the tooth relic in their kingdoms and capitals. Finally, the Tooth Relic was brought to its present shrine at last Kingdom of Sri Lanka Kandy, by King Vimaladharmasuriya I ( ). Annual Kandy Esala Perahera or the world renowned Kandy Perahera a grand pagent, is held to pay homage to the sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden The History of the Gardens spans back to 1371, when King Wickramabahu III established his Royal Court at Peradeniya. Later King Kirti-Sri ( ) made this a Royal Garden. However, the Garden was formally established in 1843 as a Botanic establishment, and since then it attracts many local and international visitors. Currently around 1.2 million visitors visit the Garden annually. Peradeniya garden, with an extent of around 147 acres, maintains more than 4000 species of plants. The Orchid House of the Garden displays an exotic collection of Orchids including rare and largest Orchid in the world. Peradeniya Botanical Gardens offers its visitors spectacular array of special features including the Fernery, Great Lawn, the Lake, Spice Garden, Double Coconut Palms & Palm Avenue, Flower Garden, Plant House & Cacti, Bamboo Collection, Flowering Trees and the Arboretum. P a g e 11

12 NUWARA ELIYA Day 7 Hotel Suggested: GRAND HOTEL Breakfast, Dinner After Breakfast, you will leave for Sri Lanka s Hill Country - the land of the world famous Ceylon Tea, filled with unparalleled scenic beauty which cannot be explained by words. Romantic landscapes, rising mountains covered by lush green tea plantations, gushing waterfalls, and picturesque grasslands mingling with shimmering sunlight take the traveller to an entirely different dimension. Nuwara Eliya, the Hill station of Sri Lanka is your next stop. On the way, you will visit a Tea plantation & Factory to see how world famous pure Ceylon Tea is produced and enjoy a cuppa. Later you will see the Nuwara Eliya town & other landmarks of Nuwara Eliya including Lake the Gregory (which was constructed in 1873, during the period of British Governor Sir William Gregory). Nuwara Eliya hill city was founded by Samuel Baker in 19th Century, and later nicknamed as the little England as it became a holiday retreat for British Civil Servants and Planters during Colonial times. Nuwara Eliya is around 1,868 m above the Sea Level. Surrounded by mountains, valleys, waterfalls, Tea plantations and cottage like houses, it reminds a fine spring day in England. The temperature might drop in the night P a g e 12

13 YALA (Tissamaharama) Day 8 Hotel Suggested: CINNAMON WILD YALA Breakfast, Dinner After Breakfast you will leave for Yala (Tissamaharama) via Ella a picturesque route with Breathtaking sceneries. At Yala, you will check-in to an amazing wildlife resort. Day 9 (next day) After Breakfast, you will embark on another exciting and breath-taking Wildlife Safari at Yala National Park. Yala is the most visited national Park in Sri Lanka and the second largest. This has a diverse ecosystem consist with dry and wet monsoon forests, thorn forests, grasslands, wetlands & lagoons and sandy beaches which provide habitat to many fauna species some are unique to Sri Lanka. Yala provides the habitat to around 215 bird species including native bird species such as Sri Lankan Jungle fowl, Sri Lankan wood pigeons and Sri Lankan Grey Hornbill and many other migrated inhabitants. Yala has the highest Leopard density in the world. Yala is a sanctuary for many threatened species including Leopards, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear, Sri Lankan Elephants, and wild water Buffalo. Around 44 mammal species are in Yala. Yala provides the safe home to many species of reptiles including Sri Lankan Krait, Boulenger's Keelback, Sri Lankan Flying Snake, Painted-lip Lizard and Wiegmann's Agama, Mugger crocodile and Saltwater Crocodile. In addition to these fauna, Yala is the habitat for around 18 amphibian species and 21 fresh water fish species. Yala National Park is one of the best places to see a wide range of animals including Elephants, Leopards, Monkeys, wild Boars, Deer, Buffaloes, Bears, Crocodiles and various kinds of birds. Note: This attraction involves open Safari Jeep ride in rough Jungle Terrain with bumpy roads ** Yala National Park is closed from September to mid-october P a g e 13

14 SOUTH BEACH STAY Day 9, Day 10 Hotel Suggested: AMARI GALLE Breakfast, Dinner After breakfast, you will leave to South Western Beach of Sri Lanka to start your Tropical Beach Escape at Eastern Coast of Sri Lanka. In the evening of day 9, you will reach your destination a luxury Beach Resort at Southern Coastline. You will enjoy the aquamarine blue wavers of Indian ocean, pristine epic golden sandy beach shaded by wind-whispering Coconut trees, world renowned Sri Lankan Hospitality and exquisite cuisines. Relax and enjoy the taste of Paradise. Day 10 : you will visit a famous Colonial Fortification the Galle Fort. You will see centuries old European style colonial architecture while you are touring the Galle Fort. After the Galle Fort sightseeing, along the way to the hotel, you will stop over at a Turtle Hatchery to see a Sea-turtle conservation project. P a g e 14

15 The Galle Dutch Fort Galle was a busy port trading with Greece, China, Middle East & other countries and was traced back to Ptolemy s world map of AD. During 1505, the Portuguese sailor Lourenço de Almeida landed in Galle port which was the beginning of the Portuguese era in the coastal Sri Lanka. During Portuguese built the Fort at Galle and later extended with a watch tower and other structures, to defend the Galle Port. In 1640, the Dutch start capturing strongholds of the Portuguese, including the Galle Fort. Later the Dutch expand and further fortified the Fort, to the present form which can be seen today. The British acquired the Galle Fort in 1796, and Sri Lanka (former Ceylon) became a British Colony from 1815, till the country gain independence in Some of the main landmarks in Galle Fort are the main gate to the Fort, Clock Tower, Dutch Reformed Church (history goes back to 1707), the residence of the commander, the Dutch Government house, warehouse near the old gate, All Saints Anglican Church, and the Galle Light House. Galle Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights. P a g e 15

16 COLOMBO Day 11 Hotel Suggested: KINGSBURY Breakfast, Dinner After breakfast on day 11, you will leave for Colombo to your Luxury Colombo Hotel. You will do the Colombo City Tour to see prominent landmarks including temples & churches, old colonial & historical parts of the City and busy shopping malls The City of Colombo the Commercial Hub of Sri Lanka This Port city linked Sri Lanka with ancient Indian Ocean trade routes and the rest of the world for over 2000 years. In 1505, Portuguese explorer Lourenco de Almeida visited Colombo, which changed the course of Sri Lankan history to a new era. The Portuguese realised the commercial and maritime significance of Colombo which resulted trade missions to became invasions. Soon, Colombo as well as coastal areas of Sri Lanka were under the control of Portuguese. They built administrative, residential buildings as well as fortified military structures in Colombo with strong military and naval presence. Colombo fort was attacked and sieged several times by Sri Lankan kings, but they were unable to break-through. After the Portuguese, Dutch captured Colombo in 1656 and controlled under the Dutch East India Company. In 1796 British captured Colombo and in 1815 Ceylon (Sri Lanka) became a crown colony under the British rule, until 1948 when Ceylon gained independence. Island s largest city Colombo and its metropolitan suburbs have a population exceeding 5.5 million. Colombo is a tourist destination with many colonial and modern landmarks including Fort, Galle Face Green, Gangarama Temple, Independence Square, Colombo Town Hall, National Museum, Beira Lake, BMICH, Colombo Racecourse, and many other interesting places. Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights. P a g e 16

17 Day 12 Departure & End of Tour The last day of the tour. After checkout, the group will be transferred to the Airport, and your Tour Specialist and Chauffeur/National Guide will bid you Bon Voyage at the Airport. You will leave Sri Lanka with memories of an amazing and unforgettable holiday, with the intension of returning to Sri Lanka soon, for anther exciting adventure. As our Tour Specialist is based in Melbourne, you can always call him and have a chat to plan your next Holiday to Sri Lanka ** END OF TOUR ** Note: This itinerary is subject to undergo modifications & revisions without further notice. The itinerary is prepared for late night flight arrival and morning departure. Changes to this itinerary including additional days, destinations, excursions can be included at a cost. If above mentioned hotels (in this itinerary) are not available at the time of booking, similar standard hotels will be provided. Rooms allocated will be Standard Rooms. Please contact us to upgrade rooms at a cost. P a g e 17

18 TOUR SUMMERY Day Destination Included Activates / Attractions 01 Arrival, Airport Pick up - Negombo 02 Habarana Morning Negombo City Tour 03 Habarana Anuradhapura Sacred City Excursion 04 Habarana 05 Habarana to Kandy 06 Kandy 07 Kandy to Nuwara Eliya 08 Nuwara Eliya Tissamaharamaya (Yala) Sigiriya Lion Rock Tour Minneriya Wildlife Safari Polonnaruwa Ancient City Excursion visit to a Spice Garden Visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic Peradeniya Roya Botanical Gardens Cultural Show Tea Factory & Plantation visit Nuwara Eliya City Tour 09 Yala Southern Beach (Galle) Yala Wild Life Safari in the Morning * 10 Southern Beach (Galle) Visit to the Galle Fort and a Turtle Hatchery 11 South Beach Colombo Colombo City tour 12 Colombo Airport, Departure *** END OF TOUR *** * Yala National Park is closed from September to mid-october OUR TOUR SPECIALIST / HOST Our Tour Specialist/Host is a Sri Lanka expert, residing in Australia (Melbourne). He can talk Sinhalese & English fluently and has a wide knowledge of Sri Lanka s tourist destinations and attractions. Further he is very well up-to date with Sri Lanka s current socio-economic conditions, news & views and local customs. He is a very friendly, reliable and caring person who looks after the group extremely well, provide assistances and take care of all necessary tour services. Tour Group members from Australia (Melbourne) will have the opportunity to meet our Tour Specialist during the tour introduction stages and he will provide familiarisation sessions before the tour, to make all members feel comfortable and relax. In addition to our Tour Host, the group will be assigned a National Guide during the tour, to enhance the reliability, safety and service standards. Our Tour Specialist/Host service starts from your Arrival at Colombo Airport to Departure from Colombo Airport during your entire tour in Sri Lanka. P a g e 18

19 TOUR COSTING Minimum number of Adults per group: 8 Tour Costs valid till 30 October 2018 REQUEST TOUR PRICING Tour Cost Inclusions Accommodation for 11 Nights on Double Room Sharing, on Half Board Basis (11 Breakfasts, 10 Dinners) Airport & Hotel transfers in an A/C Vehicle, driven by an English-speaking National/Chauffeur Guide (excluding jeep-safari vehicle for Safari) Airport Transfers (Pickup & Drop-off) Applicable Taxes at hotels Activities and Attractions Entry Fee included in the Itinerary Tour Cost Exclusions Airfares, VISA charges, Airport Taxes Early check-in or late check-out at the hotels Lunches, Snacks & beverages during the tour Tips or gratuities Video or camera permits. Laundry, room service, telephone calls, mineral water bottles, restaurant/bar charges All expense of personal nature. Entrance Fees / Activity Costs for activities and attractions which are NOT included in the itinerary Any other costs or services not mentioned under above Tour Cost Inclusions. Group Tour Dates According to your convenience: If you have a group of 8 Adults or more, our Accompanied Group Tour is ideal for an unforgettable holiday experience in Sri Lanka. Tour dates (during June October 2018) can be discussed and arranged according to your convenience and availability of our Tour Specialist. If you have a group of 6 Adults, please contact us for our pricing for this tour. OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS Customised Tour Itineraries Please contact us to customise the tour itinerary according to your preferences such as change of attractions or destinations, Hotel categories, reduce/increase number of days etc. We are happy to provide you with tailor-made tour plans to cater your requirements. P a g e 19

20 Transport Airport & Hotel Transfers: Air-Conditioned Private Vehicle driven by an Englishspeaking National/Chauffeur Guide. (National Guide for 8 Pax group and Chauffeur Guide for 06 Pax Group) Minneriya/Kaudulla Safari is done by special Safari Jeeps (non-a/c) modified for easy wildlife viewing. Currency of this Itinerary All Costs indicated / quoted in this tour itinerary are in United States Dollars (USD) as this itinerary is promoted internationally and due to the frequent changes of exchange rates. Customers in overseas must use only USD for all payments to us. For Australian Customers: Customers in Australia can pay us in Australian Dollars (AUD) for our invoices. We use the rate of exchange prevailing at the time of the invoice date, based on the Westpac Banking Corporation s currency conversion rate to convert AUD (currency you have) into USD (currency you want). Sundry Expenses for Meals, Beverages, tips and Shopping Please bring adequate funds to cover extra expenses including meals & beverages, (lunches, snacks), Tips etc. Further, you may wish to take a reminder of Sri Lanka as souvenirs which may include jewellery, precious stones, traditional & cultural handicraft decorative items, garments, traditional batik items etc. Travel Insurance (mandatory requirement) All passengers travelling in this tour package must obtain and maintain a comprehensive, suitable and valid Travel Insurance during this tour period, to cover all Travel related incidents including (but not limited to) loss of personal valuables, flight misses, sicknesses, injuries, risks to you & third parties and public liabilities. Passenger Fitness Passengers travelling in this tour package must be medically fit and healthy to participate in the tour. Some hotels require walking & climbing steps to reach rooms and hotel facilities. Most of the sights & attractions will be access by foot and climbing steps & walking on uneven ground is involved. Some sights include climbing of many steep stairs/steps and reaching heights and Passengers can choose not to visit these sights, as they are optional. Minneriya & Yala Safari is done in a rough jungle terrain and bumpy roads. Inside the Wildlife park roads are rough, dusty, and muddy during the rainy season with many pit holes. Passengers who are 70 and over may be required to obtain a doctor s clearance before Travelling. Extra Nights at Nuwara Eliya / Kandy / Galle / Colombo Extra night/s accommodation can be arranged at Nuwara Eliya / Kandy / Galle /Colombo. Additional costs will apply. Please contact us for details. P a g e 20

21 Please Note Minimum number of Passengers for this tour: 08 Adults. Tour Price Estimates valid till 30 October Tours must complete by 30 October Costs we indicated are based on persons sharing a double bed room as per the indicated meal plan Tour Costing, Optional Activities charges, and other details indicated in this document are subject to revise, delete or change by CHARIKA TRAVELS at any time, due to factors beyond our control. Therefore, you are kindly reminded to confirm your bookings at your earliest We do not arrange any special meals for specific dietary requirements. Hotels we offer may situate at close by/bordering cities to destinations mentioned in the itinerary In the event of above suggested Hotels and/or room types are not available at the time of your booking, alternative hotels and/or rooms will be offered. This may increase / change the above Tour Price. Changes to this itinerary including number of passengers, travel dates, routine changes, meal plans, activities, change of accommodation/rooms/hotels, or other mo difications will change above Tour Price. Some Optional Activities must be selected by the entire group due to itinerary and logistic difficulties This tour, tour bookings and purchasing of this tour are subject to our Tour booking Terms and Conditions (at Booking and purchasing of this tour is considered as you have agreed to our Tour booking Terms and Conditions (at All passengers should medically fit and healthy to participate for above indicated Tour Passengers below 18 years of age must always accompany their Parents or Legal Gradians during this tour All passengers booking/purchasing this tour package must obtain and maintain a comprehensive, suitable and valid Travel Insurance during this Tour period. Charika Travels does not provide any kind of travel & liability insurances to passengers. P a g e 21

22 CHARIKA TRAVELS Tel: (03) , Web: Facebook: Celink Australia Pty Ltd t/a CHARIKA TRAVELS (ABN ) P a g e 22