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IMMERSIVE JOURNEYS The Spice Lands of Sri Lanka 13 days/12 nights | From £1,950 per person | Maximum 18 guests Explore this teardrop-shaped island rich with ancient treasures, lush landscapes, and fascinating history. The scent of spices lingers on the breeze as you travel from cave temples to rock fortresses, national parks, and botanical gardens Colombo Galle Sigiriya SRI LANKA Habarana Polonnaruwa Kandy Nuwara Eliya INDIAN OCEAN Yala National Park ARRIVE/DEPART ROAD DAY 1: Arrive Colombo, Sri Lanka Land in Colombo, where you are met by an A&K representative and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Galle Face Hotel DAY 2: Colombo Today, Design your Day® – giving you the freedom to choose the experience that is best suited to you. Make the most of Colombo with a morning tour. Sri Lanka’s capital blends historic value and modern vibes. Dating back over 600 years, it is incredibly diverse. An array of temples, mosques, and churches reflect the various beliefs on the island. Architecturally, beautiful façades of colonial buildings contrast with the modern. Discover the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, the Pettah bazaar, the Wolvendaal Dutch Church, the Old Parliament, and Independence Square. This afternoon, select from the following options: OPTION 1: Get arty in Colombo Tour Saskia Fernando Gallery and admire contemporary art, and the Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple’s murals. Interact with street artisans in Viharamahadevi Park. End in style with a tuk-tuk ride. OPTION 2: Be blessed with Buddhism A supremely sacred site, Lord Buddha is said to have visited Kelaniya Temple. Tour the temple, then hear a short sermon and attend a blessing ceremony. 70 Call 01242 547 892, visit abercrombiekent.co.uk/escortedtours, or speak to one of our trusted travel agent partners
of the Buddha cut into the stone, and ruins of ancient palaces, intricately carved moon stones, and royal baths. Jetwing Lake | Meals: B D DAY 5: Dambulla Take time at breakfast before a trip to the vast complex that is Dambulla cave temple. The site is still a significant Buddhist monastery, with the largest collection of cave temple paintings in Sri Lanka on its ceiling. It also houses the greatest number of Buddha statues in a single place. Wandering through the temple, absorb the serenity of this well-preserved landmark. It is no wonder Dambulla has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Jetwing Lake | Meals: B D INDIAN SUBCONTINENT SRI LANKA OPTION 3: Stretch your legs before tea Join resident photographers to understand the island’s history. See the Old Dutch Hospital and Colombo Fort. Take tea then hit Pettah Bazaar, before dinner and drinks at your hotel. Galle Face Hotel | Meals: B D DAY 3: Colombo – Sigiriya The early start this morning pays off with a stop at Ridi Viharaya cave temple. Admire the gold-plated Buddha and Bible Tiles, then linger on the cave’s carved door frame with its intricate carvings inlaid with ivory. Spend your afternoon at leisure or climb Sigiriya, the famed rock fortress. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, ‘the Lion Rock’ rises 200 metres above the jungle and was a royal citadel for almost 20 years. Admire the mirror wall, the graffiti, the Sigiriya frescoes, and the great lion paws. The 360-degree view is as breath-taking as the climb. Jetwing Lake | Meals: B D DAY 4: Habarana & Polonnaruwa Delve into dual destinations today and spend time with monks, then see the archaeological monuments of Sri Lanka’s second kingdom. In Habarana, enjoy local hospitality, partaking in dana, when meals are offered to the village temple, followed by a Buddhist sermon. Travel to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. See the iconic man-made reservoir, the famous Gal Viharaya or ‘Rock Temple’ with four statues DAY 6: Dambulla – Kandy After breakfast, head to Kandy for a personal guided tour, ending at the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Historic Kandy Lake, the Royal Botanical Gardens, and the scenic Victoria Golf Club are also worthy of your time. Shop for silverware, brassware, and gemstudded jewellery, carved by skilled Kandyan craftsmen. Escape the evening city bustle to watch the sunset and religious ceremonies around the Sacred Temple. By special arrangement, meet with the head priests and receive their blessing. Mahaweli Reach Hotel | Meals: B D DAY 7: Kandy Today, Design your Day® – giving you the freedom to choose the experience that is best suited to you. Select from the following options: OPTION 1: Learn local culinary secrets Join a Sri Lankan family in a cookery session at home. Learn authentic techniques and flavours to create a fish or chicken curry and accompaniments, tasting as you go. OPTION 2: Experience temple traditions Visit four ancient temples of Kandy – Gadaladeniya, Lankathilaka, Degaldoruwa, and Embakke in a half-day trip. See how Hinduism has influenced Buddhist culture and how each temple is highly individual. OPTION 3: Channel your inner chieftain Step into the past when you try on a richly decorated royal costume, worn exclusively by the ancient kings and noble chieftains of Kandy (known as nilame). This is a rare photo opportunity to revel in traditional splendour. Mahaweli Reach Hotel | Meals: B D DAY 8: Kandy – Peradeniya – Nuwara Eliya After breakfast, stroll through the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, a 14thcentury pleasure park for Sri Lankan royalty. The largest botanical garden measures 59 hectares and is home to over 4,000 species of flora, and an array of butterflies and bird species. Admire the incredible collection of over 300 varieties of orchids – one of the INCLUSIONS 33 Design your Day ® on Days 2 & 7 33 Resident tour director & English-speaking expert local guides 33 Airport meet & greet, & return private transfers 33 Entrance fees, taxes & tips, & excursions as stated 33 Welcome & farewell dinners 33 12 breakfasts & 11 dinners 33 Wifi in accommodation KEY HIGHLIGHTS ›› Meander the streets of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa ›› Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy ›› Go leopard-spotting in Yala National Park ›› Shop for spices at Galle Dutch Fort ›› View the UNESCO-listed Dambulla cave temple Call 01242 547 892, visit abercrombiekent.co.uk/escortedtours, or speak to one of our trusted travel agent partners 71
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Why travel with A&K A&K is the worl
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Your escorted tour, your way Design
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Extend your journey PERSONALISE YOU
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LUXURY SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS Luxury
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AKP in action Look for the AKP logo
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