ROCS Guided Holidays 2024

VISITING: Negombo, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Matale, Kandy, Heel Oya, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Diyaluma, Yala, Galle, Beruwala, Maldives, Dubai 19-Day Sri Lanka, Maldives & Dubai

19 DAY GUIDED TOUR € 4369 FROM 09 - 27 SEP

wonderful climate! There is nothing better than sipping a hot cup of Ceylon tea accompanied with some fresh snacks, as you relax towards an end of a day. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 9 - 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. 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’. 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. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 10 - YALA – GALLE – BERUWALA 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. 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. 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. While appreciating their efforts you can enjoy an up-close and personal experience with the turtles. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 11 – BERUWALA – COLOMBO – NEGOMBO

Breakfast at the hotel. Thereafter transfer to Colombo the location of final exploration in this amazing country. A modern city as it looks now, the history runs deep into the colonial era when the Portuguese arrived on the island. You will walk through some of the narrow streets busy of local folk, and also witness some of the buildings which have stood the test of time from the Dutch and British era! Another wonderful fact you will witness is the harmony among all faiths and beliefs of citizens, as you visit the tranquil Buddhist temple of Gangarama, the serene church of Wolvendaal, the vibrant red mosque in Pettah and the astonishing Hindu kovil built to worship Lord Muruga! On completion head to Negombo for check in at the 5* Heritance Negombo for your final overnight. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner DAY 12 – COLOMBO - MALDIVES Breakfast, and sadly, your time in Paradise ends today! Enjoy the breakfast laid for you before heading out to Colombo International Airport for your flight to the Maldives. Arrival in Maldives and transfer to your 5* Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa. DAY 13/14/15 – MALDIVES Days at leisure to enjoy one of the optional excursions as follows: Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Optional Reef Snorkeling (1.5hrs min 2 pax) Daily snorkel trips to different reefs. Specializing in families and first time snorkelers, our crew will take you on a fun filled adventure. Optional Sunset Dolphin Cruise (i.5hrs min 4 pax) Experience the Sunset Dolphin Cruise on a Traditional Maldivian Dhoni. The cruise takes place near the Resort and on the way back, view a breathtaking sunset like no other. Optional Hand Line Fishing (2hrs min 6 pax) We will provide everything from bait to lines. Experience the traditional way of fishing on a Dhoni with outstanding Maldivian hospitality. DAY 16 – MALDIVES – DUBAI Breakfast and day at leisure. Transfer to airport

for your flight to Dubai. Upon arrival transfer to your 5* Kempinski The Boulevard. DAY 17 – DUBAI Breakfast and day at leisure. PLATINUM HERITAGE DUBAI EXPLORE DUBAI’S BEST DESERT SAFARIS (Optional) Today join our Tour Manager and Dubai’s Most Sustainable & Authentic Desert Safari. Embark on the most awarded desert safari in Dubai. Ideal for the whole family as this educational, yet fun desert safari is unique from others. Be a part of history and experience the desert like never before. Your professional Conservation Guide will take you on a nature safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Drive while telling you all about the desert fauna and flora and how the Bedouin used to survive. DAY 18 - DUBAI Breakfast, and day at leisure. Farewell Dinner at BICE Mare – Souk Al Bahar (Optional) We cordially invite you to join the tour leader for our farewell dinner on our last night in Dubai. BICE Mare, winner of What’s On Magazine’s Award in the Best Seafood Restaurant category for three consecutive years, offers a sophisticated fine dining experience. Nestled in the heart of downtown Dubai, it boasts Italian and seafood-inspired cuisine of the highest calibre. The restaurant’s remarkable terrace provides guests with breathtaking views of the iconic Burj Khalifa and the grand Dubai Mall fountain show, both during the day and at night. Under the expert guidance of the Executive Chef Oliver Ilagan and his talented team, every visit to BICE Mare promises an immersive and delightful dining experience. Which we trust will be the same for all the client on our group to enjoy. We look forward to celebrating our time together with an unforgettable evening at BICE Mare. DAY 19 - DUBAI - MALTA Transfer to Dubai Airport for your flight to Malta.

SRI LANKA 2024

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