ROCS Guided Holidays 19 Day Sri Lanka, Maldives & Dubai 2024

the flora in and out of the island and estimates more than four thousand species of plants being exhibited. Leisurely stroll down the varied paths along the gardens and remember to make some memories in the picturesque locations. Thereafter a wonderful experience travelling on the rails in the hill country. Board the train for your journey to Nanu Oya. The train will follow a most scenic route to the destination and will offer you time to enjoy the highlights of the journey passing by some stunning scenery, travelling through the lush green carpets of the tea plantations and stopping at some of the colonial styled stations. Arriving to Nanu Oya detrain and transfer by coach to Nuwara Eliya. Check-in at your 5* Golden Ridge hotel and we have allocated rest of the day to enjoy at leisure to admire and appreciate the wonderful mountainous environment. DAY 08 - NUWARA ELIYA Breakfast at the hotel. Thereafter head out to explore the colonial town of Nuwara Eliya and its scenic surroundings. When visiting the hill country of Sri Lanka there is something no visitor should miss and that is Ceylon Tea! Introduced by the British, this refreshing drink is now enjoyed by every local ranging from a labourer to a millionaire! And by countless tea lovers across the world! You will have the opportunity to visit a tea plantation to see and learn how tea is grown and harvested. This will be followed by a factory visit to witness the production process. Interested to taste some pure Ceylon Tea? Of course you have the opportunity for this as well. Known as ‘Little England’ the town lives up to its nickname offering a picture of a British suburb village. You will see the little cottages on the hills, colonial hotels and the racecourse etc. which have been erected during the British rule which stands proud to this day. In the evening we invite you to enjoy a delectable high-tea amidst this wonderful climate! There is nothing better than sipping a hot cup of Ceylon tea accompanied with some fresh snacks, as you relax towards an Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

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reptiles, 18 species of amphibians and 21 species of fish. The park is identified to be one of the best locations with a good ratio on sighting 3 species of the “Big Five of Sri Lanka”. The majestic Sri Lankan elephant, the fierce Sri Lankan leopard and the elusive Sri Lankan sloth bear! The land is also important in studying the ancient civilizations as it is believed this was home to a civilization of ancient people. But for a reason that is yet to be discovered the area was abandoned and was overrun by the wilderness. From here make the journey towards the southern coast. While travelling to the point of stay visit some of the highlights along the route. Witness the uncommon practice of fishing on a stick! There might be several methods of catching a fish but this one is mind-boggling. Stilt Fishing is an old tradition practiced by fishing families in south-western-most Sri Lanka. Then make a visit to the Galle Dutch fort, a world heritage site. Marvel in the massive stone fort which the history roots run deep and then has come to its present structure by the developments made by the invaders in the colonial era. Learn about the interesting facts hidden behind the stone walls, and how the fort shaped the cultural diversity of the area. Rise up to the rampart and walk along the path gazing at the clear blue Indian ocean with magnificent views, a truly relaxing and reflective experience. Transferring to Beruwala, check-in at your 5* Occidental Eden Beruwala hotel and take a moment to relax. Later in the afternoon head out to visit a turtle hatchery. This wonderful marine species has found ideal conditions for laying eggs in certain areas of the south coast. Responsible groups have come into action and through these turtle hatcheries ensure majority of the turtle hatchlings sees the light of day. While appreciating their efforts you can enjoy an up-close and personal experience with the turtles.

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DAY 09 - NUWARA ELIYA – ELLA - DIYALUMA – YALA Breakfast at the hotel. Afterwards transfer from the mountains to the wilderness of the island visiting more highlights and stunning locations. Take a moment to explore the famous town of Ella. A small cozy town nestled among the hills is sure to captivate any visitor. With a laidback atmosphere Ella is an ideal location to relax, be close to nature or even engage in some adventure! Continue to the Diyaluma waterfall. Identified to be the second highest waterfall in the island, the name Diyaluma is believed to mean ‘rapid flow of water’. But this is not where the visit ends, our journey is to the top! Make the calm but exciting hike to the top of the waterfall walking along the overgrown grass and the rustling of trees. The trail leading up which is free of human habitats offers a tranquil experience. And then! You will be at the peak of the waterfall. Your eyes open to a sort-of natural water park. Rock pools created by nature with the continuous flow of water offer the best experience you can have in these chilly waters! The trees will be generous to offer you their shade, so you have the perfect location to spend some time at depending on the water levels and safety! Completing your time, commence the transfer to your 5* Jetwing Yala Hotel for check in and after an active day prepare for a relaxed overnight. DAY 10 - YALA – GALLE – BERUWALA With packed breakfast head out for an early morning experience. Board the jeeps for the safari in the Yala National Park. The most famous and the second largest national park in the country, Yala offers a great wildlife experience to its visitors. A park in the dry zone of the island, uniquely the park borders the ocean in one end and is bordered by other national parks from the other ends. Yala is also home to a vast range of animals with 44 species of mammals, 215 species of birds, 47 species of Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

SRI LANKA, MALDIVES & DUBAI 2024

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DAY 11 – BERUWALA – COLOMBO – NEGOMBO Breakfast at the hotel. Thereafter

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