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Ancient Cities of Sri Lanka

6-day Pre-Cruise Tour on Cruises 584 and 605 or
5-day (due to one less flying day) Post-Cruise Tour on Cruises 583 and 583b


Cruise number Price per person (twin) Single supplement
556/557 �495 �75
583/583b �595 �85
584 �645 �95
605 �445 �75


An opportunity to sample the delights of this beautiful and fascinating island. Travel through stunning scenery, visit ancient ruins and enjoy the friendly welcome of the local people. We take in the major capitals of days gone by - Anuradhapura, dating from the 5th century BC and Polonnaruwa, centre of the country during medieval times. The impressive rock temples of Dambulla and Sigiriya are also highlights.



Day 1 & 2 Fly from London to Colombo and transfer to the Kandalama Hotel.
Day 3 Visit the impressive cave temples of Dambulla and the 5th century Aukana Buddha.
Day 4 Explore Anuradhapura, capital of Sri Lanka for about 1,400 years until the 10th century AD.
Day 5 Discover Polonnaruwa this morning, capital of Sri Lanka for 3 centuries after Anuradhapura.
Day 6 This morning we visit the fortress of Sigiriya, a monolith of red rock rising impressively 600 feet from the surrounding greenery. (Please note this excursion involves a steep climb). Visit a spice garden and Batik shop before joining Minerva in Colombo.

The order of sightseeing for the Post-Cruise Tour will vary.



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