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Sri Lanka Cricket Tour 2014

England in Sri Lanka 2014

Spice Tour

28 November – 18 December (21 days)

Our main tour starts with a relaxing 2 night stay on the beach at Negombo, before heading off to explore the best Sri lanka has to offer. Visit 4 of the 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites in Sri Lanka; see amazing wildlife in one of the countries’ national parks; explore the famed ‘Cultural Triangle’; cool down in the lusciously green countryside of the tea growing area. Along with way, enjoy 4 or 5 ODI matches.

TOUR PRICES  (per person, excluding international flights)

 Double/Twin Single
Spice Tour £ 2,950 £ 4,150
Negombo Beach

Negombo Beach

Yala

Yala

Teahills

Teahills

ODI

 

Minnerya

Minnerya

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Dambula Statue

Dambula Statue

Cricket Cocktail Party

Cricket Cocktail Party

Pinnewela

Pinnewela

Colombo

Colombo

ITINERARY 

Friday 28 November

Depart UK
We have purposely excluded flights from our packages in order to give you the flexibility of choosing your most convenient UK departure airport and/or stopovers en-route. Please contact us on 01844 343800 or tours@crictours.com for a tailored quote

DAY 1 Saturday 29 November

Negombo
On arrival at Colombo airport, you will be met and transferred to the Jetwing Blue Hotel in the nearby seaside village of Negombo. Rooms are upgraded Super Deluxe category. Check in time is 2pm. If you are on the early morning flight into Colombo you may want to consider a pre-registered room, which would allow immediate check in – contact us for a quote
Alternatively, you may choose to go to Colombo for the 2nd ODI (day) – supplement payable.

DAY 2 Sunday 30 November

Day at leisure. This evening join us for our ‘Welcome’ cocktail party to meet your tour group. Includes canapés & drinks

DAY 3 Monday 01 December

Negombo –Tangalle
Today we travel to Tangalle. En-route we will stop in Galle to visit the iconic fort – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and the Galle cricket ground. After lunch (cost included) we continue on to Tangalle on the south coast to check into our deluxe rooms at the Ranna 212 Beach resort

DAY 4 Tuesday 02 December

Tangalle
Free day to relax and enjoy the stunning beach and all the facilities the resort has to offer

DAY 5 Wednesday 03 December

3rd ODI – Hambantota (day/night)
Morning at leisure. Coach transfer to the Suriyawawe International Cricket Stadium for the 3rd ODI between Sri Lanka and England

DAY 6 Thursday 04 December

Tangalle
Another free day to relax and enjoy the resort facilities.

DAY 7 Friday 05 December

Tangalle – Nuwara Eliya
Today we depart Tangalle and wind our way north to the hill station of Nuwara Eliya, stopping for lunch on the way (cost included). Built entirely during the 19th century Nuwara Eliya’s architecture mimics that of an English village. Upon arrival, check into the Grand Hotel
Alternatively if you would like to travel up to Colombo with some of our regulars to see the 4th ODI before re-joining the group in Habarana on 7th Dec, please contact us for a quote

DAY 8 Saturday 06 December

Nuwara Eliya
Day at leisure to relax and take the opportunity to watch the 4th ODI from Colombo on TV. You may like to have a round of golf on the renowned championship course.

DAY 9 Sunday 07 December

Nuwara Eliya – Habarana
This morning we visit a tea plantation before travelling on to Dambulla stopping en-route for lunch (cost included) at the Matale Spice Gardens. After lunch we visit the World Heritage site of the Dambulla Cave Temple before checking into upgraded deluxe rooms at the Cinnamon Lodge Hotel.

DAY 10 Monday 08 December

Minneriya National Park
Morning at leisure. This afternoon we embark on a jeep safari in the Minneriya Giritale National Park, home to Sri Lanka’s wildlife such as Sambar deer, leopards and elephants
Afternoon at leisure

DAY 11 Tuesday 09 December

Sigiriya Rock Fortress
This morning we visit another World Heritage Site – the stunning 5th Century Sigiriya rock fortress, built by King Kashyapa (477-495 AD). The ‘Lion Rock’ at 200 meters high was the innermost stronghold of the 70 hectare fortified town. At its base is a moat, rampart and extensive gardens. Take a climb to the top of the rock to view the world-renowned frescoes.
Afternoon at leisure

DAY 12 Wednesday 10 December

5th ODI – Pallekele, Kandy (day)
This morning we head to Kandy, arriving in time to check into the Earl’s Regency Hotel before heading to the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium for the 5th ODI

DAY 13 Thursday 11 December

Kandy
Day at leisure. This evening we visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, after which there will be time to explore and/or have dinner at a restaurant in Kandy (own expense).

DAY 14 Friday 12 December

Kandy
This morning we visit the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, followed by a tour of the city of Kandy.
This evening, join us for our ‘Cricket Cocktail Party’ where there will be ample opportunity to meet our guest ex-cricketer who will offer insights into all matters cricket. Drinks and canapés included.

DAY 15 Saturday 13 December

6th ODI – Pallekele, Kandy (day/night)
Transfer by coach to the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy for the 6th ODI match

DAY 16 Sunday 14 December

Kandy
Day at leisure

DAY 17 Monday 15 December

Kandy – Colombo
Today we leave Kandy and head to Colombo, stopping after an hour’s drive at the famous Pinnewela Elephant Orphanage. After a visit to the orphanage we have lunch (cost included) whilst watching the elephants taking their daily bath in the local river. We then continue on to Colombo, where we check in to the Taj Samudra Hotel

DAY 18 Tuesday 16 December

7th ODI – Colombo (day/night)
Morning at leisure. Coach transfer to the Premadasa International Cricket Stadium for the final ODI

DAY 19 Wednesday 17 December

Colombo
This morning we take a ½ day tour of the city, visiting local markets and Independence Square. Afternoon is at leisure.

DAY 20 Thursday 18 December

Colombo – UK
Coach transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Early evening arrival into the UK

HOTELS

Jetwing Blue Hotel

Located on a beautiful, golden beach just 30 minutes from the airport, the Jetwing Blue will have you in the holiday mood in no time! The whole resort is open and breezy with a serene atmosphere. Our upgraded Super Deluxe rooms are cool, airy and spacious and feature free WI-FI and LED TV. There are two swimming pools, including a gorgeous infinity pool. The hotel also offers full Spa facilities, as well as a well-equipped gym. There are 2 open-air restaurants and 2 bars, one of which is air-conditioned.

Ranna 212 Beach Resort

Situated between the golden sands and tropical wilderness of the south coast the Ranna 212 Beach resort is the ideal place to relax. You may just want to laze on the beach or beside the resorts pool or choose to be a bit more energetic and take advantage of the bicycle hire, table tennis and beach volleyball available at the resort. Other facilities include 2 bars, 2 restaurants and spa treatments. Your deluxe room with king sized bed has an in-room safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV, tea and coffee making facilities and minibar.

Grand Hotel, Nuwara

The Grand Hotel is the centrepiece of the hill resort town of Nuwara Eliya. Revel in the century-old grandeur and Edwardian comfort whilst enjoying all the modern day facilities. The deluxe rooms have a TV, bathroom with bath and shower and peaceful views of misty hills. The restaurant overlooks the beautifully manicured gardens and there is a bar and coffee shop. Other facilities include a gym, sauna, massage centre and billiards room.

Cinnamon Lodge, Habarana

Ideally located in the heart of the Cultural Triangle, the Cinnamon Lodge is an eco-style resort, beautifully set beside a lake, amidst 25 acres of picturesque woodland. Our upgraded deluxe rooms are spacious, air-conditioned chalets, with individual terrace or balcony and a separate bath and shower. The convivial bar and restaurants are open-air, plus an air-conditioned fine dining restaurant. Activities include swimming in the lovely pool, tennis, table tennis, badminton, elephant safaris, cycling, bird watching and Ayurvedic treatments.

Earls Regency

Ideally located in the heart of the Cultural Triangle, the Cinnamon Lodge is an eco-style resort, beautifully set beside a lake, amidst 25 acres of picturesque woodland. Our upgraded deluxe rooms are spacious, air-conditioned chalets, with individual terrace or balcony and a separate bath and shower. The convivial bar and restaurants are open-air, plus an air-conditioned fine dining restaurant. Activities include swimming in the lovely pool, tennis, table tennis, badminton, elephant safaris, cycling, bird watching and Ayurvedic treatments.

Taj Sumadra Hotel

The sumptuously refurbished Taj Samudra is ideally located just a short stroll to the city centre for shopping and entertainment. Spread across 11 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, the hotel also boasts a peerless view of the Indian Ocean and the Galle Face Green, a hallmark of Colombo. Facilities include a swimming pool, gym, squash courts and jogging track. Your upgraded ocean view club room offers breath-taking views of the Indian Ocean as well as evening cocktails in the Taj Club Lounge.

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