Guided tour - South India and Sri Lanka

Description

Discover two South Asian jewels with traditions dating back thousands of years. In South India, immerse yourself in a fascinating world of majestic temples, historic cities such as Cochin and Pondicherry, and tropical panoramas that will awaken your senses. It's here that the Hindu spiritual heritage takes on its full meaning, in an atmosphere imbued with serenity and mystery.

Then it's on to Sri Lanka, a lush island nicknamed the Pearl of the Indian Ocean. Explore the ancient Sinhalese capitals, admire the impressive dagobas, vibrate to the rhythm of the colorful markets and observe the wildlife in the great national parks, including free-roaming elephants. This tour promises a complete journey through nature, history and a complete change of scenery.

Highlights:
- Visit to Kolkata and a Mother Teresa mission
- Houseboat cruise in the backwaters of Kerala
- Visit to several key UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Discover Buddhist temples and stupas in Sri Lanka's cultural triangle
- Climb the iconic Lion Rock

Accommodation category:
- Kolkata: The Park 5* Hotel
- Chennai: Residency Towers Chennai 5* Hotel
- Pondicherry: Shenbaga 4* Hotel
- Tanjore: Hotel Sangam 4*
- Madurai: Heritage Madurai 4*
- Periyar : Cardamom County Hotel 4*
- Houseboat: Blue Jelly House Boat
- Colombo: Mövenpick Hotel 5*, Colombo
- Habarana: Cinnamon Lodge 4*
- Kandy: Earl's Regency 5* Hotel
- Nuwara Eliya: Araliya Green Hills 4* Hotel

*These hotels are for information only and may change at any time for similar hotels.

The itinerary is subject to change without notice. The final itinerary will be available from your travel consultant!

Rate shown is for two adults, double occupancy. Other dates and types of occupancy (single, triple or quadruple) may be available. Prices available on request*.

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