Worldwide Escorted Tours 2024-2026

Temple of the Tooth which houses Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relic – a tooth of Buddha. You will arrive in time for ‘pooja’ when the heavily guarded room housing the relic opens to both pilgrims and travellers. Day 10: Kandy B/L/D Cradled amongst misty hills, the small city of Kandy exudes history, culture and beauty. Explore the famous botanical gardens of Peradeniya, full of exotic palms, colourful orchids and home to over 4,000 species of trees and plants. Then, enjoy a tourof Kandy followed by an afternoon and evening at leisure. Day 11: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya B/L/D Sri Lanka is one of the world’s largest exporters of tea and today you will travel to Nuwara Eliya, which has been the capital of this industry since the 19th century. En route to your hotel, stop at a tea plantation and inhale the heavenly scent of the Ceylon tea brand. Day 12: Nuwara Eliya to Udawalawe B/L/D A morning tour of Nuwara Eliya begins today, driving through the lush, green tea plantations dotted with the colourful saris of the women working in them. Lunch will be served in a local village, Ella, with far-reaching views over the misty landscapes beyond. Day 13: Udawalawe to Tissamaharama B/L/D Udawalawe National Park is renowned for its elephant viewing opportunities against the stunning backdrop of the surrounding hills. Rising early this morning, embark on a Jeep safari within Udawalawe National Park, home to elephants, deer, water buffalo, monkeys and a variety of bird species. Just outside the park is the Elephant Transit Home, an inspirational project started to rehabilitate injured elephants. On your way back to the hotel visit Katharagama Temple. A shrine for all four religions in Sri Lanka to exist in harmony. The rest of the day is at leisure. Day 14: Tissamaharama to Yala B/L/D After some free time this morning, enjoy a Jeep safari in the nearby Yala National Park awaits. Seek elephants, sloths, deer and, with the highest density of leopards in the world, you may even be lucky enough to spot one of these elusive animals. Day 15: Tissamaharama to Mirissa B/L/D Departing Kataragama, you will travel to the Mirissa. The idyllic crescent of beach, fringed with coconut palms and soft golden sands, is the perfect place to crack open a coconut and relax. Day 16: Mirissa and Galle B/L/D This morning, you will travel to Galle, an ancient fort and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This national treasure has been inhabited by the Portuguese, Dutch and British, all of whom left their distinctive marks, visible through the sleepy streets strewn with colonial buildings, restaurants and small boutique shops. Day 17: Mirissa to the UK B After breakfast, transfer to Colombo for your return flight, or continue on to your chosen extension. PLEASE NOTE: Yala National Park may be closed for 30 to 60 days each year commencing around the month of September. The tour will visit Lunugamwehera National Park instead. What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to Sri Lanka with Sri Lankan Airlines. See p132-133 for regional flights ✔ Where you’ll stay Colombo, 4 H Ramada Colombo Dambulla, 4 H Amaya Lake Passikudah, 4 H The Calm Resort Kandy, 4 H Amaya Hills Nuwara Eliya, 4 H Araliya Green Hills Udawalawe, 4 H The Grand Udawalawe Safari Hotel Kataragama, 4 H Mandara Rosen Mirissa, 4 H Mandara Resort ✔ 44 meals ✔ 16 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide  Tour pace: Challenging Galle Hikkaduwa Anuradhapura Nuwara Eliya Prices from Sep 2024 £2,749 Nov 2025 £2,899 Oct 2024 £2,749 Jan 2026 £3,199 Nov 2024 £2,799 Feb 2026 £3,299 Jan 2025 £3,199 Mar 2026 £2,899 Feb 2025 £3,299 Apr 2026 £2,799 Mar 2025 £2,899 May 2026 £2,699 Apr 2025 £2,699 Jun 2026 £2,499 May 2025 £2,599 Jul 2026 £3,099 Jun 2025 £2,499 Aug 2026 £3,599 Jul 2025 £3,599 Sep 2026 £2,799 Aug 2025 £3,299 Oct 2026 £2,699 Sep 2025 £2,799 Nov 2026 £2,799 Oct 2025 £2,699 • Dates are available throughout each month • Lead-in price based on 4 Jun 25 & 3 Jun 26 • A single supplement starts from just £669 • Tipping paid locally £112 pp per tour Extend your tour Colombo City Stay 2 nights, 4 H from £179 Sri Lanka Beach Stay 4 nights, All-Inclusive, 4 H from £305 or 5 H from £329 Highlights of Kerala 5 nights, B&B from £349 Maldives Beach Stay 4 nights, 4 H All-Inclusive from £765 Includes: Private vehicle & driver/guide or driver and local guides; return flights accommodation, meals and excursions as per Group Tour. DAILY DEPARTURES AVAILABLE Private Touring Option From only an extra £23 pp per day Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details Central Asia, India & Sri Lanka  29