SRI LANKA

Sri Lanka is an Island as well as Island of complete religious freedom and tolerance. Its people being follower of great word religion Buddhism, Hindusim, Christianity and Islam. Further Sri Lanka has a multi racial society. The noble philosophy known for its compassion and tolerance that you will experience during the visit of any part of the Island.

GEOGRAPHY OF SRI LANKA

Location : Between 5 to 10 degrees to North and 79 to 82 degrees East. The Palk straits about 35 Km ( 25 miles ) separates India and Sri Lanka.

Time Different : Sri Lanka is 5 and half hours ahead of GMT
Basically the Island is divided in to two , The central highlands and surrounding lowlands.

HIGHLANDS:
CLIMATE : Sri Lanka being and Island though close to the Equator because if an Island does not has a high temperature throughout the year.

Sea Level : 27c to 35 c

Above 1800m Highest : 11c to 18 c

PRICE RANGE :

A quote for your bespoken holiday is available upon request.
Rates vary depending upon the time of the year and the number of people travelling.
Do not hesitate to inquire about our tour plans if you are interested; via email at ceylansee@gmail.com confirming the following details please:

Date of travel; From DD/MM/YY To DD/MM/YY
Bed description , eg: single: twin; double; family room etc
Star rating 3*,4*,5*
Meal basis; B&B; HB; FB; All Inclusive
And
any other information you would like us to take into account for you
When your bespoke tour proposal is complete, we will send you a competitively priced, customized tour itinerary with comprehensive details of the day to day description; lot of trips and site seeing to make most of your travel and for an amazing tour in Sri Lanka.

OUR TOUR COST INCLUDED

  1. Accommodation with full board basis starts with lunch on arrival day and ends with Breakfast on departure day
  2. Accommodation with Half Board and Bed & Breakfast as applicable.
  3. Transport includes English speaking guide, chauffeur guide in air conditioned vehicles
  4. All applicable entrance fees and portage included in the proposed itinerary
  5. Complementary bottled drinking water during the tour
  6. Welcome drinks and refreshing towels on check in to hotels
  7. Free entrance for technical visit to: Spice garden; Batik factory; Gem museum; Ceylon Tea factory and for cultural shows in Kandy, leaving it up to you to choose if you wish to visit or not
  8. Farewell gift on departure.

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

  1. Visa
  2. Drinks and additional meals
  3. Tips of a personal nature
  4. Compulsory supplement at Hotels

Please note :

  1. Rate and validity period
    All rates quoted are in US dollars (US $ ) and are non-commissionable.
    Rates quoted in this document are subjected to revision / changeable based on any increase/ decrease of the cost of suppliers and Hotel rates or the taxes imposed by the Government.
  2. The Hotels mentioned will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking, a similar alternative will be offered prior to confirmation if the hotel is no longer available.

    3. important : The check-in times to all Hotels will be at 1400 hrs and check out is at 1200 hrs.

  3. The consumption of alcohol, during full moon (Poya Day) at bars, clubs and other public areas of the hotel is prohibited by the law in Sri Lanka,
    Operation of similar form of entertainment and smoking in public is prohibited by the law in Sri Lanka
    We recommended that the client contacts Hotel reception to obtain their respective formalities during their stay.
  4. All transfers mentioned above are subject to variations depending on traffic flows and roads conditions.
  5. ‘Ceylon See’ will not be held responsible for any belongings that are lost, stolen or damaged during your tour

CONTACT US

Will you please use the format below to contact us about any future inquiries and any other information about your visit to Sri Lanka. lf you wish to plan your tour to Sri Lanka use our Trip Planner
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Booking in advance :
Best times to visit: December to March and the month of July to September other than the through of the year and the specific period

How to get to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Airline is the National Carrier operating to and from Colombo, with the emergence of peace in 2009 ,more Airlines have started services to Country such as Emirates, Jet Airways ,Oman Air, Ukrainian International ,Singapore, Malaysian, Thai intemationa1 Airways Cathay Pacific, Saudi Arabian Condor (Germany) Spice Jet (India), Meridian ( Italy) ,and Jet Air Fly Air Lines etc. The country also manages a budget Airline Mihin Lanka

RATE AND VALIDITY

  1. Currency :
    one Sn Lankan rupee is made up of 100 cents, Currency notes are in the denominations of Rs 10 . Rs 20. Rs 50 Rs 100,Rs 200, Rs500. Rs1000 Rs2000 and Rs 5000 Coins are in the following denominations
    1 cent, 2 cents , 5 cents . 10 cents , 25 cents , 50 cents. One Rupee Two Rupee, Five Rupee and Ten Rupee
  2. Banking Hours:
    National Banking hours are from 0900 hrs to 1500 hrs on week days, may be different at Private Banks
  3. ATM :
    Teller machines are operated throughout the day Reputed credit and charge cards are widely accepted by shops in Sri Lanka.
  4. What to wear :
    Light cotton dresses/ clothes are most suited A wide —brimmed beach hat, sunglasses and comfortable shoes ( sport ) / Sandals In the higher hill-side country a pull-over is advisable.

Please note

Visitors should be decently clad when visiting any place of worship.

Beach wear is not suitable for Temples and Shrines. All visitors who are entering Buddhist & Hindu Temples are expected to remove footwear and hats. Shoulders and knees should also be covered.

Long trousers for gents are preferred by hotels during dinner.

Nude and topless sunbathing is prohibited.

PHOTOGRAPHY It is disrespectful to pose with your back to a Buddha statue I Hindu shrine or picture, when taking photos. it is always advisable to ask permission when taking pictures in places of worship and museums or of local people.

Many historical and holy places levy a small charge for cameras and video cameras

 

MEDICAL ATTENTION

Most towns have pharmacies. Should you require the services of a doctor, please contact the hotel reception and they can arrange for a doctor for a consultation.

 

TOUTS

Like in most tourist destinations you may be approached by touts or beach hawkers with offers to show you the sights or local attractions. A polite, but firm NO THANK YOU will suffice to ward off their attentions