By Rama Gaind.
In Sri Lanka, visit the UNESCO heritage site of Galle and see the Galle Fort, Old Dutch Church and walk along the Rampart.
“I’m in love with cities I’ve never been to and people I’ve never met.” Perhaps, it’s a country on your wish list? Now is the time to turn your fantasies into reality.
Don’t listen to what others have to say. Go see for yourself is advice I constantly receive. So I did – and was bereft of words after travelling through Sri Lanka. Then it transformed me into a chronicler. As Stephen Covey said: “live your life by a compass not a clock.”
Sri Lanka is an island paradise, one that entranced the 13th-century explorer Marco Polo into declaring that it was “undoubtedly the finest island of its size in all the world”.
Be fascinated by its natural beauty and many treasures, be amazed at its sheer diversity. From legendary temples to lush national parks, tropical island packs and misty hill stations to white sand coastlines. There’s also 8,000-square-kilometres of nature reserves.
There are eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. They are the ancient cities of Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa, the Golden Temple of Dambulla, the sacred city of Anuradhapura, the sacred city of Kandy, the old town of Galle and its fortifications, Sinharaja Forest Reserve and the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka.
A wonder of Sri Lanka is the stilt fishermen at Weligama Bay. Though the activity appears to be easy, stilt fishing requires much skill and balance.
With a population of over 21 million, Sri Lanka is known as ‘Teardrop Island’ because of its shape. Don’t be deceived by its size; it maybe small, but it’s steeped in history, nature and beauty. Take the time to explore the temples, beaches, tea plantations, dense forests and many more beautiful spots on this island in the northern Indian Ocean.
Why daydream; let Melbourne-based travel agency, Beyond Dream Travels, come to the rescue!
You have the opportunity to explore … and the options are simply amazing!
This 10-day, nine-night holiday package takes visitors to the enchanted trails of Sri Lanka’s Galle UNESCO Heritage Site, Yala Park Wild Safari and Weligama Beach.
Special packages
The holiday package to Sri Lanka from Beyond Dream Travels includes accommodation at some comfortable hotels including Seerock The King’s Domain Hotel.
According to Elizabeth Fernando, managing director of Beyond Dream Travels, the holiday package includes return economy flights from Melbourne, return airport transfers, eight nights at luxury accommodation, fully-guided local tours, air-conditioned transportation, daily breakfast, two nights dinner at the award-winning Jetwing Yala Hotel.
“There are many things to see and do in Sri Lanka. From beautiful beaches at Ahungulla to savouring Sri Lankan cuisine and exploring ancient sites, this country is the go-to holiday destination for solo travellers, couples and families. Our tour will take us to see the many wonders of the island such as the stilt fishermen at Weligama Bay and the UNESCO heritage site of Galle,” she said.
“During the tour of Galle, you will have the opportunity to visit Galle Fort, Old Dutch Church and walk along the Rampart.” Elizabeth says all their guides are licensed and approved by the Sri Lankan Tourist Board and carefully selected by Beyond Dream Travels for their knowledge and expertise about Sri Lanka.
Jetwing Colombo Seven is another hotel in Sri Lanka, the go-to holiday destination for solo travellers, couples and families.
“Kids would love visiting the Yala National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s wildlife park where they will get to see elephants, leopards, bears and many more animals in a natural setting.”
Marvel at magnificent temples, see the World Heritage Rock Fortress at Sigiriya, search for elephants and other wild animals at Yala National Park, discover the fascinating caves at Dambulla and explore the ruined cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura.
The most glimmering Sri Lanka highlights are the ancient archaeological wonders of the Golden Triangle. Which ones are the best? They are all amazing!
Tour packages
Many tour dates are available. To take advantage of this offer, Beyond Dream Travel has given a special extension for bookings to the readers of PS News. You have until 15 May 2019 to book the tours.
Packages on offer include:
Beach & Wildlife Holiday – 10 days with flights
2019 tour departure dates are: 20 April, 17 May, 2 August, 13 September, 20 September, 11 October, 1 November, 6 December.
Splendid Ramayana Discovery – 14 days with flights
2019 departure dates are: 20 April, 4 May, 15 November, 6 December.
2020 departures are: 18 January, 15 February, 18 March.
Hotel options are varied. They include Jetwing Blue in Negombo and in Sigiriya accommodation will either be at Jetwing Lake, Liyya Water Villa or Seerock King’s Domain
When in Kandy, hotels will be either the Earl’s Regency or Ozo Kandy; Jetwing St Andrews in Nuwara Eliya; 98 Acres or Jetwing Kaduruketha in Ella; and Cinnamon Lake or The Kingsbury in Colombo.
Beyond Dream Travels has been crafting unique luxury holidays to Sri Lanka and the Maldives for small-to-large groups for over 40 years. Become an adventurer and “dare to live the life you’ve always wanted”.
As Helen Keller said: “life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” Live it!
DETAILS BOX
Beyond Dream Travels
Special offer to see Sri Lanka at an affordable price of A$5,999 for two people. If you want to take the whole family, there’s also a special price for children at $A699 per person for children under two-years-old and A$1,499 per person for children aged two- to-11-years-old.
Bookings: 1300 691 496
