Sports Tour (Golf)
This program is a golfing tour of Sri Lanka spanning over 10 days. It begins with an arrival in Colombo and a round of golf at the Royal Colombo Golf Club. The tour then moves on to Kandy, where the second round of golf is played at Victoria Golf and Country Resort. The tour then proceeds to Nuwara Eliya, known for its picturesque landscapes and tea plantations, where the third round of golf is played at the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club. An evening Yala jeep safari is included in the tour, and the fourth round of golf is played at the Shangri La’s Golf Resort and Spa in Hambantota. The tour then moves on to Galle for a city tour and Bentota for some relaxation on the beach, before departing on the final day. The tour includes city tours, visits to tea plantations and factories, and opportunities to witness the natural beauty of Sri Lanka.
Day 1Arrival in Colombo and 1st Round of Golf at the Royal Colombo Golf Club.
On the first day of the trip, you will arrive in Colombo and head straight to the Royal Colombo Golf Club for a round of golf. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia, with a history dating back over 130 years. After your round, you will check into your hotel in Colombo and have the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 2Colombo/Pinnawala/Kandy City Tour and Temple.
After breakfast, you will depart for Kandy, en route visiting the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Here you can watch the elephants being fed and bathed in the nearby river. After lunch, you will continue on to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Tooth, which is said to contain a tooth relic of the Buddha. You will also have a city tour of Kandy, including a visit to the local market, the arts and crafts center, and the beautiful Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. You will spend the night in Kandy.
Day 03Kandy (2nd Round of Golf – Victoria Golf and Country Resort)
If you are a golf enthusiast, Kandy has plenty to offer. On your third day in Sri Lanka, you can head to the Victoria Golf and Country Resort for a second round of golf.
The Victoria Golf and Country Resort is one of the most scenic golf courses in Sri Lanka, with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lush greenery. The course was designed by the renowned golf course architect Donald Steel and offers a challenging and rewarding golfing experience.
The Victoria Golf and Country Resort is one of the most scenic golf courses in Sri Lanka, with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lush greenery. The course was designed by the renowned golf course architect Donald Steel and offers a challenging and rewarding golfing experience.
Day 04Kandy / Nuwara Eliya (Ramboda Falls / Nuwara Eliya City Tour / Tea Plantation and Factory)
You will depart from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, a scenic hill station located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. On the way, you will visit the beautiful Ramboda Falls, a picturesque waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. In Nuwara Eliya, you will explore the town on a city tour and visit a tea plantation and factory to learn about the process of making tea, which is one of Sri Lanka's main exports.
Day 05Nuwara Eliya (3rd Round of Golf – Nuwara Eliya Golf Club)
You will have the opportunity to play your 3rd round of golf at the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, which is situated in a picturesque setting surrounded by hills and tea estates. The golf course is known for its challenging layout and beautiful scenery. After golf, you can explore the town and enjoy the cool climate of Nuwara Eliya
Day 06 Nuwara Eliya / Hambantota (evening Yala jeep safari)
you will travel from Nuwara Eliya to Hambantota and go on an evening Yala jeep safari to observe wildlife in their natural habitat.
Day 07 Hambantota (4th round of Golf – Shangri La’s Golf Resort and Spa)
you will have your 4th round of golf at Shangri La’s Golf Resort and Spa in Hambantota.
Day 08&09Hambantota / Galle (city tour) / Bentota
Day 8:
Hambantota: Start your day by exploring the coastal town of Hambantota. This town is famous for its salt flats, which attract a variety of birdlife. You can take a birdwatching tour and observe species such as flamingos, pelicans, and egrets.
Galle City Tour: After Hambantota, you can travel to the historic city of Galle. This city has a rich colonial history and is known for its impressive Dutch fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can take a city tour and explore the fort's ramparts, cobblestone streets, and colonial architecture.
Day 9:
Bentota: On your second day in the area, you can travel to Bentota, a popular coastal town known for its beautiful beaches and water sports. You can spend the day relaxing on the beach, swimming, and sunbathing. You can also try some water sports activities such as jet skiing, banana boat rides, or parasailing.
Turtle Hatchery: In the afternoon, you can visit a turtle hatchery and learn about the conservation efforts to protect endangered sea turtle species. You can see baby turtles, learn about the different species, and even release some into the sea.
In the evening, you can return to your hotel and enjoy some local cuisine or a cocktail by the beach. Sri Lanka's coastal towns offer some of the best seafood dishes in the country, so be sure to try some local specialties.
Hambantota: Start your day by exploring the coastal town of Hambantota. This town is famous for its salt flats, which attract a variety of birdlife. You can take a birdwatching tour and observe species such as flamingos, pelicans, and egrets.
Galle City Tour: After Hambantota, you can travel to the historic city of Galle. This city has a rich colonial history and is known for its impressive Dutch fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can take a city tour and explore the fort's ramparts, cobblestone streets, and colonial architecture.
Day 9:
Bentota: On your second day in the area, you can travel to Bentota, a popular coastal town known for its beautiful beaches and water sports. You can spend the day relaxing on the beach, swimming, and sunbathing. You can also try some water sports activities such as jet skiing, banana boat rides, or parasailing.
Turtle Hatchery: In the afternoon, you can visit a turtle hatchery and learn about the conservation efforts to protect endangered sea turtle species. You can see baby turtles, learn about the different species, and even release some into the sea.
In the evening, you can return to your hotel and enjoy some local cuisine or a cocktail by the beach. Sri Lanka's coastal towns offer some of the best seafood dishes in the country, so be sure to try some local specialties.