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Holiday Plan

Ceylonese Golf Adventure 10 Days of curated tropical getaway

Ayubowan! (May you live long!)

Your Holiday plan has been personally curated to take you through the magical journey of Sri Lanka at one

of the most exclusive hideaways. You are bound to reconnect with nature while falling in love with one’s

self over again whilst exploring the golf courses of Ceylon. We’ve curated the perfect immersive getaway with

a hint of adventure, history and cultural wonders of Sri Lanka.

Day 01 Arrival

Upon arrival to Sri Lanka you will be escorted by our airport official through the

prestigious silk route and directed towards the lounge. You will be met by your

travel architect who will greet and welcome you. You will be given a brief of your

programme and introduced to your travel guide who will transfer you to your first

destination in the hills.

Transfer to Digana

You will hop on board a Cinnamon

Air sea plane to reach Digana up in

the hills. Pass through the mist

picturesque route whist you have the

ability to gaze around the misty hills,

reservoir and the tea plantations.

You will experience a water landing

at the Victoria Reservoir right next to

the Victoria Golf and Country Resort,

Digana. You will be met by your travel guide and transferred to your hideaway –

Bougainvillea Retreat in Digana where you will relax and enjoy the surroundings

Bougainvillea Retreat Digana

Located within the award-winning Victoria Golf

& Country Resort Bougainvillea Retreat offers

unrivalled views of the stunning Knuckles

Mountain Range and the Victoria Reservoir

below. Surrounded by tropical gardens and

benefitting from uninterrupted panoramic views

of the countryside, this is the perfect destination

to relax and unwind in total tranquility.

Facts

Silk route arrival will

ensure a hassle-free

entry to Sri Lanka

Transfer time:

40mins via

Cinnamon Air

provided clients arrive

to Sri Lanka before

12noon


Day 02 Explore the course of Victoria – Game day 01

The award-winning Donald Steel designed masterpiece sprawled amongst the hills

and bordering the Victoria Reservoir offers the most picturesque scenery and

breathtaking views of nature. The 73 Par, 6933-yard championship 18-hole golf

course is maintained to international standards and have hosted the Regional

Amateur Championship. Majestically crafted with magnificent fairways lined with

trees, flowering shrubs and light rough add to the beauty of the course, whilst making

it a challenging spectacle.

Early morning set out to breath in the immaculate air which surrounds the misty

hills of Sri Lanka. You may commence your game of Golf during the early hours to

take in the beauty which surrounds the course. Upon completing an 18-hole game

you will be served lunch at the country resort overlooking the reservoir to capture

the beauty of nature.

During the evening hours, you could take on the challenge to get close with nature

at its best. A medium scale hike to the mountain top with a mix of cultural glory

awaits you.

Hike to the Bambaragala Temple & Meditation Retreat

Built over 250 years ago, the

Bambaragala cave temple has

a rich history and an even

richer mythology. The cave

temple is rich with ancient

drawings and markings

possibly pre-dating the

Kandyan era, and the climb up

to the top of the Bambaragala

rock will leave you speechless

for the stunning panoramic views of the Victoria Reservoir and the entire region.

Upon descending the hike, you could dip in one of the most scenic streams of

water passing through where ultimate refreshment awaits! A local refreshment will

be served to reenergize one’s self. You have the option of completing the mini

While the temple

is suitable for all

ages the hike is

recommended for

Agile, experienced

hikers

Duration: 1 hours

trek


adventure by utilizing the relaxing

services of your hideaway. a

signature massage to reconnect

with your mind, body and soul.

Day 03 Visit Little England

After a hearty breakfast leave to Nuwara Eliya, famously known as “Little England”.

Drive through the windy roads overlooking the perfectly carpeted rolling tea

estates and the misty hills. Let the cooling air wrap around you while you are

awestruck by the beauty which surrounds.

You will be driven to your hideaway – Kent Cottages.

Kent Cottages

An abode that is as indulgent as

it is surrounded by the

romanticised breezes of Sri

Lanka’s most favourite hill

station of Nuwara Eliya, this

villa situated within the Little

England Cottage vicinity has all

you need to luxuriously unwind

with all modern facilities and

amenities, making this antique

bungalow the perfect spot to

leave all your woes behind and experience the very finest that the Central Highlands

of Sri Lanka ever have to offer.

Upon checking in to your hideaway you will be escorted to the Nuwara Eliya Golf

course which is considered to be the most scenic golf course in Sri Lanka.

Game day – 02

Your second round of golf commences in Nuwaraeliya under the watchful eye if

the misty hills. Enjoy this 18 hole game while you end it off in style with a sun

downer. Whilst the sun bids a due you will indulge in your favourite cocktails and

sprits while you also will be given the option to taste the local spirits whilst you

enjoy the ambiance.

A BBQ dinner will be arranged to end the day in style.

Transfer Time : 3

hours 10 minutes

Transfer Time: 15

Minutes


Day 04 Game day - 03

Wake up to another game on the course to experience a game during the early

morning hours. The natural surrounding, humming of the birds to while the suns

rays greets a good morning is a site to witness in this part of the Island.

After a satisfying round of an 18 hole game you may enjoy an authentic Sri Lankan

lunch before heading off to explore the city of “Little England”

A visit to Sri Lanka will never be complete without tasting a freshly brewed cup of

Ceylon’s finest tea. Whilst we have arrnaged a cycle ride through the tea

plantations, should you wish we could also arrange a vehicle to explore the city

should you feel the need to relax and enjoy.

Cycle ride would take you through

the perfectly rolling tea estates and

you will drive through to a tea

plantation to learn the birth of

Ceylon Tea. Leaf to cup is what’s in

store for you. Whilst we teach you

the process of tea you will end the

session tasting a cup of freshly

brewed Ceylon tea.

You will continue the city cycle or even head back for a short horse back ride to

take in the beauty of the city in its purest form.

Day 05 Wake up to a lazy morning and have a late breakfast and spend some qualty time

exploring the near surroundings of Kent Cottages on your own. You will check out

and be escorted by your travel guide to the Nanu Oya train station to experience

yet another bucketlist adventure in Sri Lanka.

The Nanuoya – Ella train ride is considered one of the most scenic rides which is

not to be missed.

Scenic Great Rail Journeys

Nanu Oya to Ella is considered

the most scenic train route in Sri

Lanka. The perfect landscape of

tea plantations to the chilly

immaculate gush of wind

brushing your face – it’s a

guarantee that you will have all

your senses uplifted in

moments. Live in the moment

and take in all that nature has to

offer in one train ride alone!

Transfer time: 30

minutes


Once you reach Ella, your personal Travel guide will be there to pick you up and

drive you through the Ella town to the wild side of Sri Lanka where you will check

in to Leopard Trails to glamp under the watchful lights of the night sky which is

one other hideaway handpicked for your curated masterpiece!

Leopard Trails - Yala

Bespoke Tented Safaris returns to the original spirit and true essence of ‘safari’,

reminiscent of a golden era – an era of elegance, romance and adventure. We

aim to provide a Sri

Lankan safari experience

in spectacular solitude

and soothing comfort –

with only the canvas

walls of your tent

separating you from the

wonders of our

remarkable bio diversity. You will be booked in on an All-inclusive basis to enjoy

the best of best while in the wild.

Day 06 Ultimate Adventure Begins

Wake up early morning to head towards the jungle. Yala national Park is a must

visit for any nature enthusiast. It houses the largest density of leopards and is also

home for many of the wild animals such as Elephants, Varying birds, Sloth bear,

Deer and many more.

After a joyful bumpy ride in the rugged terrain of the house of all wild animals you

will drive back to your hideaway to enjoy a scrumptious breakfast which you will

be longing for.

If luck be at your side a sighting of the leopard and the sloth bear will be a worthy

click off your lens. Addition to which a larger gathering of Elephants and many bird

life is yours to enjoy in the pure wilderness. You will be guided through the wild

terrain by our partners who are expert naturalists in the trade and have been

trained in renowned international parks.

Transfer time: 2

Hours 40 Minutes


A second game drive is also yours to enjoy towards the evening to take in all what

you could whilst in the wilderness. A full day of wild life in the rugged terrain up

close with nature is a complete different experience to what you’ve been

experiencing throughout your stay thus far.

The diversity of this offering is a moment to treasure!

After two joyous game drives relax and unwind in at Leopard trails for a sundowner

and BBQ in the wild.

Day 07 Coastal Calling

After an eventful stay in the wild, head towards the coastal belt of the country after

breakfast. Drive through the rugged terrain where the roaring waves of the ocean

sneak a peek every now and then. Watch the everyday life of the villager as you

pass through the

picturesque paddy fields

which is the main

livelihood of the people of

the deep south. The lush

green paddy fields rolling

to the blowing wind is an

immaculate capture to the

eye which is bound to

sooth the senses.

This scenic drive will lead you to your next hideaway – Shangri-La Hambantota

Golf Resort and Spa.

Sri Lanka’s first and only golf resort is set amid a vast coconut palm plantation,

offering spectacular views and unique challenges for both casual and seasoned

players.

The abundance of

nature and wildlife,

framed by lakes and

the beautiful Indian

Ocean, sets the scene

for a most incredible

golfing experience.

Transfer Time : 1 Hour

20 Minutes


Game day – 04

Upon settling in at Shangri-La go on for a round of Golf in the afternoon. Explore

the best course in Sri Lanka while you take a go at an 18-hole game. The

perfectly maintained courses will have you enjoying your game at best.

Day 08 Wake up in the southern coastal belt to explore the adventurous marine wild life

while in Sri Lanka. Hop on a boat ride during the morning hours to set out to the

middle of the ocean to catch a glimpse of the whales and dolphins.

The evening could be spent at leisure on the beach while you soak up the sun for

a perfect tan, should you wish you may partake in some thrilling adventure water

sports to satisfy the thirst of the adrenaline rush. Mild water sports at your

discretion or simply enjoy the golden coastal line and a dip in the ocean.

Cultural wonders

After a full day’s adventure and relaxation, you will enjoy a scrumptious dinner

while enjoying a show staged just for you! We have specially crafted a cultural show

to bring you closer to the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka performed by Sri

Lankan puppeteers through a script specially curated by ArTravele. What best way

to sink in to the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka? Our signature experience will

have you laughing while also educating yourself on a cultural story of our past.

Not having adequate time to cover the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka should not

deprive you of indulging in our cultural wonders, hence we have curated a session

to bring it closer to a place where it suits your programme.

We have incorporated this signature experience to make a difference in our society

to assist in restoring a culturally rich yet dying art in Sri Lanka.

Day 09 Game day – 05

Wake up to enjoy your final round of Golf in Sri Lanka. Let the course of Shangri-

La help you make memories and enjoy the final round of golf.

Upon completing the game, you will enjoy farewell lunch and depart towards

Colombo – the commercial hub of the Island.

You have the choice of driving through the coastal belt and across the southern

expressway or simply hopping on board a Cinnamon air flight to reach the

commercial hub.

You will be met by your travel guide and driven to your final hideaway – Taru Villas

which is situated in the heart of Colombo which is an ideal location to explore all

of Colombo in hours.

Transfer Time: 4

Hours 15 Minutes

Via road

Option to Fly

Cinnamon Air to

Colombo

GO WITH EMERALD

Hideaway - Lake Lodge Taru Villas

A stunning city break haven. A

testament for tranquility in the

heart of Colombo where you

can easily forget just how close

you are to the hustle and bustle

of city life. With the capital’s

restaurants, business district

and other attractions only

moments away, this exquisite

hideaway proves that having

the best of both worlds is

certainly possible.

Step out to explore the city’s colour and glamour whilst you also enjoy it’s culinary

wonders. Step out to taste the local spirits while you cross over the varying pubs

of Colombo. Visit the liveliest street in Colombo whilst it comes alive with a themed

festival – be it music, dance, food or art whichever scheduled for the day. Walk the

street and partake in its glamour before you head towards a skyline pub for a final

taste of fine spirits.

After a soul full of spirits and Sri Lankan festivities head over to the dutch fort and

dine at the Ministry of Crabs for a scrumptious meal to get a little crabby. The

ministry of crab, as you may have guessed, specializes on crustaceans, especially

the crab. The best crab in town for you to indulge in this fine Island


Day 10 Your final day in Sri Lanka and let us help you make the most of it depending on

the time of your departure!

You will commence your day in to the city with our

curator of fine art Mike Anthoniz, who will take you

through the streets of the capital to introduce you

to the world of art Sri Lanka has to offer. From the

glorious well known internationally renowned

artists, top contemporary artists to street

performers all bringing out the best of Ceylonese

art.

You will be taken through the streets of historical

importance and to the art galleries of Sapumal Foundation, Saskia Fernando art

gallery, J D A Gallery and the Barefoot Gallery. In addition to enjoying the varying

styles of art you may also partake in some shopping of gems, Sri Lankan souvenirs

to collect memorabilia from Sri Lanka if you wish.

You will also visit few of the monumental church’s, temples and kovils in Colombo

with much historical importance to learn about the details of Sri Lanka.

For lunch, you will dine at Upali’s by Nawaloka for a scrumptious Authentic Sri

Lankan cuisine to taste the burst of flavor of the true Sri Lankan spices.

With the unfolding of the day’s events coming to a close you will be driven to

indulge in a fine Ayurvedic Massage to take in the perfect golfing adventure in Sri

Lanka!

Departure

With your holiday coming to an end in Sri Lanka you will be met by your travel

architect as you bid farewell. With an adventurous soul and a bag full of memories

you will be escorted through the silk route at the airport to a peaceful departure

from Sri Lanka.


PRICING

FINE PRINT

Per Person Pricing is as follows

Pax Price

1 USD 74362 (double sharing) USD 4979

The above cost includes:

▪ Accommodation at the specified hotels above

Nights Hideaway Room Category Basis

2 Bougainvillea Retreat Standard Room HB

2 Kent Cottages Deluxe Room HB

2 Leopard Trails Yala Superior Room AI

2 Shangri – La Hambantota Deluxe Room HB

1 Lake Lodge Taru Villas Deluxe Room BB

The above cost includes:

▪ Accommodation

▪ Transport in an Air-Conditioned SUV with accompanying English speaking Chauffer Guide.

▪ Silk route Arrival and Departure

▪ Welcome Pack

▪ Government Taxes

▪ 2 Bottles of Water per person per day

▪ Entrance/excursion fees for (Adults Only):

1 Session of Golf in Victoria + Caddy

2 Sessions of Golf in Nuwara Eliya + Caddy

2 Sessions of Golf in Shangri-La + Caddy

Cinnamon Air Schedule flight (Arrival before 12noon) to Victoria Digana

Bambaragala temple visit with Hike and refreshments

BBQ at Kent Cottage in Nuwara Eliya

Cycle Ride in Nuwara Eliya

Train Ride

Private Cultural Puppet Show

Bar hoping (3 bars / 1 signature drink each)

Dinner at Ministry of Crab

Private art tour with Mr. Mike Anthoniz

Lunch at Upali’s by Nawaloka

GO WITH EMERALD

The above cost excludes:

▪ Optional entrance/excursion fees at sites visited

▪ Any Excursions not mentioned above in the “cost includes” section.

▪ Lunch (Except day 10)

▪ Alcoholic Beverages

▪ Extra meals/snacks and beverages ordered from the hotel or outside the hotel.

▪ Early check ins and late check outs

▪ Tips & Expenses of personal nature

▪ Travel Insurance, Visa & Air Fare

▪ Optional excursions of horseback ride in Nuwara Eliya

Notes

▪ If arrival is past 12 noon we could arrange a charter flight to Victoria at an added cost or make a

4hour drive to Digana

▪ Day 10 schedule will amend based on the departure

**should you feel the need to include any of the above, pricing could be provided separately

TERMS & CONDITIONS

- All above hotel rates are subjected to revision as and when government taxes are revised, when respective hotel

managements revise rates or due to any currency fluctuations experienced at a given time

- Bars, Clubs or similar entertainment is prohibited during “Poya” Days. As such liquor will not be served in public areas

of the hotels during this time

- The above-mentioned hotels will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. In an event the hotels are

unavailable, suitable alternatives will be suggested prior to confirmation

- Prices are subject to change based on the final dates of the inquiry. Essentially due to the date bands differ from hotel

to hotel

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