Wanderers, explorers or simple visitors- Sri Lanka is the ultimate destination where everyone’s search ends. The Pearl country offers its richness in the form of-beautiful sceneries, exotic beaches, wonderful heritage spots, spiritual locations and abundant of nature. When you leave the country, you go back rejuvenated, refreshed and spiritualized from your roots. The boutique hotels that were formerly recognized and marketed under the brand name Taru Villas, with its glorious landscape and tropical beauty, offers you great Sri Lankan hospitality & comfort.
Day - 01
You will be received on arrival and driven to Park Street Hotel in Colombo, just 1 ½ hours drive from the Katunayake Bandaranaike international airport.
Accommodation: Park Street Hotel, Colombo
Located in Colombo’s heart, Park Street Hotel is an elegant refurbishment of a 250- years- old colonial Bungalow, adjoined with stores/warehouses over an extent of two acres of land. The 12- roomed boutique hotel can be expressed with its charming environment and luxury and also is Third in Taru’s unique collection of small hotels. The shelter, formerly owned by a eccentric and colourful couple of Colombo’s elitist group, reflects its traits of hospitality and co-operation. Perfect as a base for Island exploration or few shopping trips or to simply feel the urban. It is conveniently located 30km (approx) from the airport.
Day - 02
Enjoy the breakfast at the hotel and leave for Bentota, approximately 1 & ½ hrs drive. You may relax yourself at Club Villa – Bentota.
Accommodation: Club Villa, Bentota
Club Villa is neither a resort, nor is it a hotel. Instead, you are encouraged to regard it as a home away from home. In a setting that induces a sense of hypnotic, dreamlike relaxation where every wish is anticipated and answered by discreet staff whose presence is felt rather than seen or heard. It was designed by Geoffrey Bawa, one of South East Asia’s most renowned architects and is not so much a holiday destination as an experience waiting for discovery.
Day - 03 & 04
Enjoy the Bentota beach in sand and surf. Find a spot for perfect sunbath or a shade for reading or just go on sea-bathe. Don’t forget the catchy sunset.
Accommodation: Club Villa, Bentota
Day - 05
Today morning you will be heading towards Balapitiye, located in the Southern Province in Sri Lanka and is also the nearest city to the Madhuganga River.
Accommodation: River House, Balapitiye
The River House occupies seven acres of lush woodland along the banks of the Madhu River, just inland from the estuary .Its splendid settings lies beneath an undulating grassy hillside shaded by palm trees,and along flows the broad Madhu Ganga river confidently towards the sea. The silent ambience on the banks gives an chance for the tourists to live a quiet and calm revival within the lustrous architecture of the villa. The River house has individually crafted and designed interiors with traditional and antique furnishing done with Sri Lankan fine woods. Everything exudes a mixed South-Asian flavor accompanied with luxury and cosiness.
The River House is primarily dedicated to quiet and stillness; an afternoon by the pool or on the lounge terrace is probably the most popular diversion.You can cherish over your private area in the spacious arrangements and simply rest over the pool-side or can grab some cruising on the river. Beach is just nearby ( 1 or 2 kms.), so a stroll alongside the serene bank will soon lead you to the surf.
Day - 06 & 07
Enjoy the river sands or set for the nearby beach. Explore the vast hillside groomed by the woodland or enjoy adventurous boat rides at famous Maduganga River. There are sufficient of relaxation spots in the hotel where you can sit with a book or savour upon some easy snack.
Accommodation: River House, Balapitiye
Day - 08
Leave for Galle in the morning and you will be visiting Galle Dutch fort and Dutch Churches. You may relax yourself at Tamarind Hill.
Accommodation: Tamarind Hill Hotel, Galle
Situated just minutes from the historic city of Galle with the golden beaches of the Indian Ocean at a walking distance, Tamarind Hill is a holiday retreat that blends old -world charm with luxurious pampering.
This sprawling manor, built in the 1800s by a prominent family in the Galle district, was first occupied by a British Admiral ,which is now refurbished into a luxurious and chic retreat for visitors. The Villa is skillfully blended to its original structure which composes its colonial looks with modern improvements and accommodations. It is cool-coloured with antique furnishing, and has wide corridors to entertain one’s leisure.
Day - 09 & 10
Leisure at the hotel.
Accommodation: Tamarind Hill Hotel, Galle
Day - 11
In the morning you will be driven back to Colombo. En-route you can visit Turtle Hatchery in Kosgoda. Afternoon you are free for going on Colombo city tour including the shopping. (Suggestion)For some serious Sri Lankan commodity and traditional items, you can visit
Odel and Barefoot showrooms.
Accommodation: Park Street Hotel, Colombo
Day - 12
Departure.
Price excludes
Visas (not required – automatically given on entry at the airport). Insurance.
Optional tours and activities.
Flights.
Airport taxes.
Camera & Video permits at Cultural sights.
All expenses of personal nature.
Tips and portorage.
Notes
Quote is subject to availability and price fluctuations prior to booking. All drive times are approximate and are subject to change All reservations subject to availability at time of booking The standard check in/out time in Sri Lanka is 12 noon
Cancellation Charges
05 days or less – 100% cancellation charge.
Between 06 days and 14days – 50% or the equivalent of the first two days charges.
Above 15 days – No cancellation charges providednocommitment or advance are
made to 3rd parties.
Cancellation policy will be applicable for any reduction of
rooms after the release period.
Visa
• Nationals of 77 countries can enter Sri Lanka as holiday makers without prior visa and remain 30days without a payment. Further details please refer website www.immigration.gov.lk
Airline Information
• The following Airlines fly in to Colombo (CMB)
Srilankan, Emirates, Qatar, Etihad, Kuwait, Saudi, Air Arabia, RoyalJordanian, Indian Airline,
Jetairways, Air Sahara,Singapore Airline, Thai Airways, LTU, Condor, Martinair,Kingfisher,
Malaysian Airlines.