Colonial Tours - Option I - Winter
The impregnable exquisite sites of forts and fortifications are showcases the accents of the rich architectural heritage of colonial forefathers which cannot escape the mind of a traveller. Whereas the lighthouses all were built during the British colonial era take you to some mystical adventurous ship voyage of exploring new lands, exotic stiff and shipwrecks.
This tour itinerary is planned for those who are interested to experience the significant colonial heritage of the forts, fortifications, and lighthouses in western and northern parts of Sri Lanka where heavy colonial influences can be seen. The most significant of this tour is that you can experience real-time living and sleep within an actual cell at Fort Hammenhiel which was home to a garrison of soldiers during the Portuguese and Dutch period and converted to a prison during the British period.
You can edit and change this itinerary online as per your interest and need. Options are available for upgrading your hotel, changing activities and requesting any special needs and want.
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DAY 1 | Kalpitiya |
DAY 2 | Mannar |
DAY 3,4 & 5 | Jaffna |
DAY 6 | Negombo |
from USD 625
Per person on double sharing basis
Tour Map
Key Highlights
- Visit Kalpitiya - Mannar - Jaffna - Anuradhapura - Negombo
- Explore colonial forts at Kalpitiya, Mannar, Delft island and Jaffna
- Explore lighthouses at Talaimannar, Kankesanthurai, Point Pedro and Kovilan Point at Karaitivu island
- Explore old Talaimannar pier
- Kalpitiya Dolphin Watching
- Bird watching at Vankalai Sanctuary and Chundikulam National Park
- Cycling tour in Jaffna
- Ferry boat ride to Delft island
- Experience real-time living and sleep within an actual prison cell
What's included
- Accommodation for 6 Nights.
- 6 Nights’ accommodation sharing Double Room on HB (breakfast and dinner) basis as per itinerary.
- Services of TLJ’s English speaking accredited chauffeur-guide accompanying throughout the tour.
- Travel in the late model mid-sized air-conditioned car.
- Local transfers
- Government tax and service charges
- Entrance and activity charges directly pay at the site as per itinerary
What's Not included
- All activities not detailed in inclusions are Pay As You Go.
- International airfares.
- Lunch, snacks & beverages.
- Personal travel and medical insurance
- Tips for guide / driver / assistant
- Visa fees
- Expenses of a personal nature.
- Video camera and still camera fees
- Permits at some locations
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