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Sri Lanka - 11 Days Tour

By: CHARIKA TRAVELS

Tel: (03) 8804 1488, Email: [email protected]

Web: www.charikatravels.com

Celink Australia Pty Ltd t/a CHARIKA TRAVELS

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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 of a lifetime

Our 11 days tour is specially

designed for you to provide a long-

remembered experience in this

small wonder. This tour will take you

to seductive pristine beaches,

heritage archaeological sites &

ancient kingdoms which display the

grandeur of thousands of years old

history & culture, lush green

mountains shrouded by mist and

covered by tea plantations –produce

world’s best Ceylon Tea, rivers &

streams, silver lined waterfalls, wild-live parks reigned by majestic elephants of Sri

Lanka & abundance of wild-life, unique eco-systems, inspiring and vibrant culture

and unique traditional villages of Sri Lanka.

You will experience the world-renowned Sri Lankan hospitality, welcome of charming

friendly people and spicy Sri Lankan cuisines which enticed international travellers

for many centuries. The beauty of Sri Lanka is grossly intensified by the hospitality

of its inhabitants. For centuries, this island nation was the ‘apple of their eye’ among

early travellers. These friendly & welcoming qualities of Sri Lankans, positioned Sri

Lanka at the centre-point on the worlds tourist map.

This tour of a lifetime will provide you with unforgettable memories and unique

experience which you will only get in this ‘isle of paradise’

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Tour Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days

Overnight Destinations: Negombo (1 Night), Anuradhapura (1 Night),

Habarana (2 Nights), Kandy (1 Night), Nuwara Eliya (1 Night), Southern

Beach Retreat (3 nights), Colombo – the Commercial Capital (1 Night).

Main Tour Attractions & Activities: Anuradhapura Ancient City tour,

Sigiriya Lion Rock Climb, Minneriya National Park Wildlife Safari,

Polonnaruwa Ancient City tour, Dambulla Cave Temple, Kandy City tour,

Kandy Temple of the Tooth, Tea Factory & Plantation visit, Nuwara Eliya

City tour, Nuwara Eliya to Ella Train Journey, Tropical Beach retreat at

Southern Coast, Galle Fort visit, Colombo City tour

This Program covers Six (06) UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Accommodation: Room Sharing in 3 Star Type Hotels

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Transport: All Hotel Transfers and Airport transfers are in Private A/C

Vehicle driven by an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide

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Arrival to Colombo international Airport (Evening arrival)

Upon your arrival to Colombo, the Chauffer-guide will meet & greet you at the

Airport & transfer you to a hotel in Negombo for an overnight stay. You will relax

and revive after a long flight.

NEGOMBO

Day 1

Hotel Suggested: Camelot Beach Hotel

Breakfast

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After Breakfast, you will be heading to Anuradhapura. Upon hotel check in relax for

a while, you are ready to embark on another exciting adventure to witness 2000

years old history of Sri Lanka – tour to the Anuradhapura Ancient City

Anuradhapura Ancient City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the ol dest

continuously inhabited cities in the world. Anuradhpuraya was considered as the

capital of Sri Lanka from 04th Century BC to the beginning of 11th Century AD.

The city’s greatest treasures include:

• Sri Maha Bodhiya: The original Southern branch (right wing branch) of historical

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi (sacred fig/peepal 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 (3rd Century BC) and planted in

Anuradhapura holy city. Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura is considered and

venerated as one 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 the most

prominent Buddhist Stupas in Sri Lanka. Built by King Dutugemunu in 140 BC to

enshrines a large portion of Buddha’s Relics. 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).

ANURADHAPURA

Day 2

Hotel Suggested: Rajarata Hotel

Breakfast

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•Tuparamaya: Considered as the first Buddhist Stupa in Sri Lanka, built by King

Devanmpiya-Tissa (247-207 BC), in 3rd 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.

• Jethawanaramaya: Built in Anuradhapura by King Mahasena (273–301). 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. and

This stupa represents a period of Buddhist History of Sri Lanka as it represents the

tension between two Buddhist schools i.e. Theravad and Mahayana sects.

• Abhyagiriya: Built in Anuradhapura by King Valagamba during the period of his

second reign, from 89-77 BC. This was the stupa for a monastery complex for

Mahayana and Theravada Buddhist schools. Abhyagiriya site was one of the most

extensive Archaeological sites in the world with ruins of a complex of great

monasteries considered as an international teaching institute for Buddhism by 1st

Century AD, which attracted many international scholars from all over the world.

Other significant sites and attracts in Anuradhpura includes Isurumuniya Vihara, the

world famous ‘Samadhi Budhha Statue’, ‘Kuttam Pokuna’ or the twin ponds,

‘Mirisavatiya stupa’, Lankarama Viharaya etc.

Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights.

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After breakfast, you will leave for Habarana for 2 nights stay.

Habarana is a famous destination in Anuradhapura district for tourists . It is a focal

point for many internationally renowned tourist attractions. We use Habarana as an

‘overnight-stay destination’ to cover Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa and Minneriya National

Park Safari.

Upon reaching Habarana, you will go to see another ancient sacred city –

Polonnaruwa, and embark on a breath-taking adventure of a lifetime – a wildlife

safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park

SIGIRIYA /

HABARANA

Day 3 & 4

Hotel Suggested: Fresco Water Villa

Breakfast

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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 1938. 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 open Safari Jeep ride in rough Jungle Terrain with bumpy roads.

Ancient City of Polonnaruwa

The second most ancient city of Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa was first declared as the

capitol by King Vijayabahu I, in 1070. Polonnaruwa’s Goldern age was dawned during

the period of King Parakramabahu I (1153–1186. During this period Polonnaruwa

was flourishing to become a trade and agricultural hub. King Parakramabahu build

a sophisticated irrigation system based on Parakrama Samudra (Sea of

Parakramabhahu) – a man-made gigantic reservoir.

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.

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Next day (Day 4)

After Breakfast, you will go to see one of the Wonders of the Ancient World , the

‘Sigiriya Lion Rock’ and witness the ancient engineering ingenuity.

Sigiriya Lion Rock (Sigiriya Fortress)

Sigiriya is a 5 th 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 (477 – 495 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

In the Afternoon, you will embark on another exciting adventure to see Dambulla

Cave Temple

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Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla Cave Temple or the Golden Temple of Dambulla is the largest, best -

preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka, famous for its five cave temples on a

rock. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The first 03 caves are better, older and

larger than the other two. Some caves dates to 1 st C.B.C. All the 5 cave walls and

ceilings are covered with Buddhist murals and there are more than 130 Buddha

statues, statues of Gods and Kings are also found here

Note: This attraction involves climbing of many steep steps / stairs

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After Breakfast, you will leave for Hill Station - Kandy.

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 1815.

Main Tourist attractions in Kandy include The Temple of the Tooth Relic , Kandy Lake,

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, and the Museum.

Your Chauffeur Guide will take you to see the Kandy City including picturesque

Kandy Lake.

You will visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in the evening

KANDY

Day 5

Hotel Suggested: Serene Garden Hotel

Breakfast

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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 (301-328 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 (1590 - 1604).

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.

Note: Above attractions involve walking and climbing of steps to reach upper levels/heights.

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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

NUWARA ELIYA

Day 6

Hotel Suggested: Hil l Pride City Hotel

Breakfast

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Day 7

After the Breakfast at Nuwara Eliya, your Chauffeur Guide will take you to the Nanu-

Oya (Nuwara Eliya) train station to board the train to Ella. Train Journey from Nuwara

Eliya to Ella is a one of the most popular world-renowned train trips, often referred

as the “Train Journey Through the Clouds”. This is an extremely spectacular & scenic

train journey through misty hills, tea plantations and villages.

Chauffeur Guide will travel by road to meet you at Ella Station, and continue the

Journey to South Beach Hotel

Ella is a small town in the Uva province of Sri Lanka surrounded by Hills. This hamlet

with spectacular scenic beauty and breath-taking views is ideal for hiking and

climbing mountains. Ella hills covered by lush green tea plantations, paddy fields

and other vegetation. Ravana falls, Demodara Nine Arches Bridge little Adams peak

are some of the surrounding attractions in Ella.

(Please note: the above Train Journey is subject to availability of Trains and Seats on the Journey

date)

NUWARA ELIYA – ELLA TRAIN JOURNEY

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On day 7 evening, you will reach South Beach Hotel to start your Tropical Beach

Escape. During this stay at Sri Lanka’s southern beach , 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.

On Day 10, after Breakfast, you will continue your tour, heading to the last

destination in your itinerary – Colombo. On your way to Colombo, you will visit the

Galle Dutch Fort.

SOUTH BEACH

Day 7, 8 & 9

Hotel Suggested: Ranna 212 Beach Resort

Breakfast

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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 125 – 150 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 1588. 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 Briti sh Colony from 1815, till

the country gain independence in 1948.

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.

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After your visit to Galle Dutch Fort, you will reach Colombo and do the Colombo City

Tour with your Chauffeur Guide.

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.

COLOMBO

Day 10

Hotel Suggested: OZO Colombo

Breakfast

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The last day of the tour. After checkout, you will be transferred to the Airport, and

your Chauffeur 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.

** 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.

Activities / Attractions indicated in this itinerary are optional (you can omit), and entry fee

and activity costs are indicated separately. Please see below Tour Summery section for

Activity costing / Entry Fee per Person.

Day 11

Departure & End of Tour

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TOUR SUMMERY

Days Destinations

Optional Activities (Add-ons)

Activity / Entry Fee:

in USD - Per Person and Per Visit basis

01 Arrival, Airport Pick up - Negombo

02 Negombo - Anuradhapura Anuradhapura Ancient City Tour (USD 25)

03 Habarana / Sigiriya Minneriya National Park Safari (USD 35)

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour (USD 25)

04 Habarana / Sigiriya Sigiriya Lion Rock Tour (USD 30)

Dambulla Cave Temple (USD 12)

05 Habarana/Sigiriya to Kandy

(incl. Kandy City Tour) Temple of the Tooth Relic visit (USD 10)

06 Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

(incl. Tea Factory & Plantation visit)

07 Nuwara Eliya – Ella – Southern Beach Nanu Oya – Ella Train Ticket (USD 20) *

08 Southern Beach

09 Southern Beach

10 Southern Beach – Colombo

(incl. Galle Dutch Fort visit, Colombo City tour)

11 Colombo – Airport, Departure

(Entry Fee is in USD and per Person, per Visit basis) * Subject to availability of Trains / Seats

TOUR PRICE ESTIMATE

Person Sharing a Room on Half Board Basis .

Minimum Group size: 2 Adults

Tour Price Inclusions

• Accommodation at suggested Hotels on Room Sharing, Bed & Breakfast basis

• Breakfast at the above hotels (10 Breakfasts)

• Airport Transfers (Pickup & Drop-off)

• Airport & Hotel transfers in an A/C Vehicle, driven by an English-speaking

Chauffeur Guide (excluding jeep-safari vehicle for Safari)

• Applicable Taxes at Hotels

• Activities included in the Itinerary: •Kandy City tour •Tea Plantation & Factory

tour •Nuwara Eliya City tour •Seetha Amman Temple visit •Galle Fort visit

•Colombo City tour

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Tour Price Exclusions

• Airfares, VISA charges, Airport Taxes

• Early check-in or late check-out at the hotels

• Lunches, dinners, snacks & beverages during the tour

• Kandy Perahera Supplement during August (perahera time)

• 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 optional activities (add-ons)

• Any other costs or services not mentioned under above ‘Tour Price Inclusions’.

OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS

Transport

Airport & Hotel Transfers: Air-Conditioned vehicle driven by English speaking

Chauffeur / National guide. Minneriya/Kaudulla Safari is done by special open Safari

Jeeps (non A/C) modified for easy wildlife viewing.

Currency of this Itinerary

Customers in overseas must use only USD for all payments to us.

For Australian Customers: This is a wholesale tour plan. All Prices indicated / quoted

in this tour itinerary are in ‘United States Dollars’ (USD) due to the frequent changes

of exchange rates. 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, third party & public liabilities injuries, sicknesses and death.

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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 Safar i 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.

Please Note

• Minimum number of Passengers for the group: 02 Adults. • Tour Price Estimates valid till 30 October 2018.

Tours booked for a tour period must by/before 30 October 2018. • Prices we indicated are based on persons

sharing a ‘double bed room’ as per the indicated meal plan • Tour Prices, Optional Activities charges, and

other details & costs indicated in this document are subject to revise , delete or change by CHARIKA TRAVELS

at any time, without further notice. 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 modifications will change above Tour Price. • Some Optional Activities must be selected by th e 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 http://www.charikatravels.com/terms-conditions).

Booking and purchasing of this tour is considered as you have agreed to our ‘Tour booking Terms and

Conditions’ (at http://www.charikatravels.com/terms-conditions) • 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.

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