Proposed Sri Lankan Golf packages Day 1 – arrive at the hotel (Taj, Cinnamon Grand or Lakes or any 5 star) Day 2 – R&R. Cultural show at the hotel with Drinks and dinner in the evening – Round at the Royal Colombo Golf Club The Royal Colombo Golf Club, Sri Lanka: This course is 5,770 m long (par 71). A flat course with broad fairways which looks simple enough however with many water hazards and well-guarded bunkers. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is easily accessible. It is a 20 minute drive from any of the star class hotels in the city. RCGC is the home of the Sri Lanka Golf Union, the governing body of Golf in Sri Lanka and only answerable to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrew’s in Scotland. There are only sixteen other Royal Clubs in the world which are older. Day 3 - Morning - travel by road to Kandy and visit the Buddhist Temple (UNESCO Heritage sight) in Kandy and check-in to Earls Regency or Victoria Golf Club chalets Day 4 – Morning a round at Victoria Golf Club Victoria Golf Club, Digana, Sri Lanka: This course is 6,190 m long (par 73) a championship golf course designed by Donald Steel and inaugurated early in 1999. The fairways are a little narrow in the hilly terrain in the country side. Majestic hard wood trees and avenues of coconuts give the course an aura of old world charm in the tropics. The natural outcrops of rocks are a distinctive feature and considered a hazard of the course. The Victoria Golf Club is 25 km away from Kandy. Day 5 – Morning – check-out and travel by road to Nuwara Eliya Afternoon – check-in to a 5 star hotel in Nuwara Elya (preferably Heritance Tea Estate factory hotel). Tour of a Tea factory in the afternoon Day 6 – Round at the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club This course is reputed to be one of Asia’s finest is 5,520 m (par 71). The fairways are long and narrow and bordered by fir trees and thick bushes. Day 7 – Morning – check-out and travel by road (3.5 – 4 hours) to Shangri La hotel in Hambantota via the region of Ella. Ella is a relaxing small town in the middle of the beautiful greens of tea. There are a lot of things to do in Ella. Most travelers fall in love with its surroundings, which make them want to stay longer than they supposed to be. We’re sure that Ella is going to be one of your favorite stops. Ravana Falls is another must visit in Ella. Hill country of Sri Lanka is quite popular for beautiful waterfalls Day 8 - Morning - Round at Shangri La resort Golf course in Hambantota Sri Lanka's premier 18-hole* golf course is set amid a vast coconut palm plantation within the resort, offering spectacular views and distinctive challenges for both casual and seasoned players. The beautifully landscaped par-70 course takes you on a memorable golf experience through three landscaped zones, each with its own unique character: • The Coconut Plantation, offering lush fairways and challenging bunkers • The Dune Area, with its subtle elevation changes gives you breath-taking views of the Indian Ocean • The Sapphire Mine, showcasing generous greens with an abundance of water features Day 9 – Morning - travel by road (5 hours) to Colombo and check-in to an airport hotel for a day rate/late checkout. Visit the World famous Galle Fort (UNESCO World Heritage site) on the drive up. This 17th Century Dutch fortified city, with a natural harbour exuding an old-world charm is a UNESCO heritage site Late check-out – 9.00 pm. Travel to the airport for 10.00 pm check-in Cost: NZ $ 1,990 approx. pp. The cost includes accommodation in 4 -5 star hotels with B&B, twin or triple share, transport thought the tour with a certified guide, green fees. Excludes: Flights and Visa Fee, Travel and medical insurance, Excursions and admission fees to sites, Extras such as laundry, telephone calls and water etc and caddie fees Equipment The Pro Shops are equipped with golfing essentials, and all golf equipment can be hired. In addition, electric buggies can be provided to enhance the comfort of our golfers. Prepared by Amita Weerakoon .