Known to travellers from ancient times, Sri Lanka continues to entice visitors with its breathtaking scenery, palm-fringed beaches and historic monuments.
Sri Lanka is one of the smallest land masses on earth and is full of an amazing variety of experiences for the traveller. Tropical forests harbour pristine wildlife sanctuaries, significant Buddhist relics and religious monuments are found in the undulating
highlands while deserted golden sand beaches make up the southern coast.

• 5 nights in 3 / 4 star accommodation 
• Visiting: Habarana, Kandy, Numaraeliya & Colombo
• Breakfast daily + 1 dinner
• Return airport transfers
• English speaking chauffeur guide

Price: from R5,470.00 pp sharing twin room (land only)
(Valid: 21 Jun – 30 Sep 2010)  
Compulsory supp: from R230.00 pp sharing "
(Valid: 15 – 25 Aug 2010) 

Places of interest:

HABARANA: 
Habarana is a small city in the Anuradhapura District of Sri Lanka. Habarana is a popular tourist
destination for safari lovers as it is the starting point for safaris in the nearby Habarana jungle and the Minneriya sanctuary which is heavily populated by elephants. Elephant back riding is also an attraction in this small city. Habarana is situated nearby to the ancient rock fortress and castle/palace ruin of Sigiriya and is situated on the main road from Colombo to Trincomalee and Polonnaruwa. The population of the city is expected to be in the area of 5,000-10,000.

COLOMBO:
Colombo (KOLA(M)BA in Sinhala) is the largest city and commercial capital of Sri Lanka, located on the west coast adjacent to the present administrative capital of Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte. The name Colombo was introduced by the Portuguese, replacing the classical name "kalan thota", or "Kolon thota", meaning "portal" (i.e., thota in Sinhala, or thitha in Sanskrit) of the river Kelani. Colombo lost its status as the capital of Sri Lanka in the 1980s, but continues to be the islands commercial centre. Despite the official capital of Sri Lanka moving to adjacent Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte (sometimes referred to as the administrative capital), most countries maintain their diplomatic missions in Colombo.

KANDY:
Kandy a lovely city, the Hill Capital and last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings retains an aura of grandeur, which time has not affected. Encircled by hills, with a tranquil lake in its centre, it is the site of the renowned "Temple of the Tooth" and the Royal Botanic gardens home to one of the best collections of Orchids. Kandy and its Satellite villages are the centre of the islands handicraft industry and its traditional dances are the most spectacular in the country.

NUWARA ELIYA:
Nuwara Eliya is the heart of Sri Lankan hill country. It is the home of the famous Ceylon Tea and the rolling mountains are a carpet of velvety green tea plantations, interspersed with gushing streams and tumbling waterfalls. The salubrious climate, misty glens and the decidedly British character makes Nuwara Eliya a must on any Sri Lankan travel itinerary.