"1978 marks a year of birth and becoming for JF Tours and Travels. It marks the beginning of a history of professionalism in the world of travel. It marks the moment of vision in planning and creating cutting edge opportunities to experience a country and its people. It marks wheels a-turning on a journey of commitment to clients the world over. It marks the creation of connections between people, unseen places and untapped secrets. Experience, in the soul and business of travel, is a well-crafted art at JF tours; it is a legacy that is passed through an organisational structure that is tuned into the needs of the most diverse traveler. With almost four decades of working as a limited liability company incorporated in Sri Lanka and licensed by the Ceylon Tourist Board as an inbound tour operator, JF tours has fine-tuned the practice of truly listening to a myriad of needs, and can thus boast of being able to create a personalized experience in travel for absolutely anyone�.
Contents 01-02 Railway Map 03 Our Trains 03 The Viceroy Special 03 The Engines We Offer 04 The Viceroy II 04 T1 Rail Car
05 Our Rail Tour Packages 05 - 06 Discover Sri Lanka by Rail (02nd – 08th Jan 2019) 06 Nights / 07 Days Tour 07 - 08 Sri Lanka on the Viceroy Special (10th - 15th Dec 2019) 05 Nights / 06 days Tour 09 - 10 Explore Sri Lanka by Rail (14th - 17th Jan 2020) 13 Nights / 14 Days Tour
11 - 12 Witness the World Heritage Sites on the Viceroy Special (June 2020) 06 Nights / 07 days Tour
17 - 18 Be-Spoken
13 The Last Royal Capital on the Viceroy II 01 Night / 02 Days Tour 14 Southern Beaches on the Viceroy II 02 Nights / 03 Days Tour 15 - 16 Day Excursions Kandy | Galle | Pinnawala | Bentota 04 | 05
RAILWAY MAP
Kankesanthurai 8h
Jaffna 7h
Talaimannar 6h
Medawachchiya Junction
Trincomalee
7h
Perinagavillu 3h 6h
Galoya Junction
Maho Junction Matale 3h 30min
Rambukkana 1h 30min
Katunayake Airport
Batticaloa 8h
3h 30min
Kandy
2h
Ragama
Nanu Oya
Colombo-Fort
6h
Badulla 8h 30min
Kataragama
2h
Avissawella Galle 3h
Matara 4h
Main Line On 1864 December 27th, the first ceremonial train ran to Ambepussa & the passenger services began on 2nd October 1865. The line starts in Colombo and climbs up from the lowlands into the mountains up to Badulla - A length of 292kms. Out of all rail routes of the island, mainline is the most spectacular and runs through beautiful country side with breathtaking scenery, high mountains, 44 tunnels, countless bridges and tea plantations besides cascading waterfalls and scented air. Important sites en route: Pinnawala Elephant orphanage, Highway museum complex, Temple of sacred tooth relic in Kandy, Buddhist Museum, Kandy National Museum & Royal Palace in Kandy, Lankathilaka, Gadaladeniya & Embekke temples, Peradeniya & Hakgala Botanical Gardens, Commonwealth war cemetery and Garrison Cemetery, Tea museums, plantations & tea factories, Victoria & Nuwara Eliya Golf courses, Worlds end, Horton Plains, Ella, Demodara loop & Nine arch bridge and Adams Peak. Northern Line Built in 1902, the Northern line stretches across diverse landscapes and the breathtaking splendor of the country up to Kankesanthurai. It runs through major cities such as Kurunegala, Anuradhapura, Medawachchiya, Vavuniya & Jaffna. Length of 413 kms. Important sites en route: Anuradhapura - The historical capital of Sri Lanka for over 1400 years & the “Sri Maha Bodhi” tree (The oldest documented tree in the world), Nallur Kandaswamy Hindu Temple of Jaffna, Nagadeepa Purana Raja Maha Viharaya, Kadurugoda Temple, Shree Nagapooshani Amman Hindu Temple, The Miracle Springs of Keerimalai, Bottomless Well of Nilavarai, Casuarina Beach, Jaffna Fort and Fort Hammenhiel.
Mihintale Line The Mihintale Line is a short branch line which connects Mihintale with Anuradhapura. The site of historical and spiritual value here is the famous Mihintale Temple to which Thera Mahinda (who brought Buddhism to Sri Lanka) arrived. This Line branches off the Northern Line at Mihintale Junction and runs eastward. Mihintale Junction and Mihintale are the only stations on this Line. Puttalam Line Built in 1926, the Puttalam line branches off the mainline at Ragama extending northward passing Negombo & Chilaw linking busy market towns and fishing villages. Passenger service ends at Noor Nagar just north of Puttalam and beyond that, the tracks are used exclusively by Holcim Cement freight trains. Length of 163kms. Important sites en route: Wilpattu National park, St. Anne’s Church Thalawila. Southern Coastal Line This was the second railway line to be built in Sri Lanka and so has a history that dates back to the late 1890s. The Coastal Line runs south from Colombo, following the edge of Indian Ocean. It offers passengers delightfully quaint views of tropical beaches and coconut palms; thus truly delivering on the island charm factor. This is a busy major railway line running between Colombo Fort & Matara via Galle – Length of 162 km. Important sites en route: Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications, Galle Fort Light House, Dutch Reformed Church, Beach hot spots: Bentota, Ahungalla, Mirissa, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Jungle beach, Turtle Hatcheries in Kosgoda, Rekawa & Hikkaduwa, The Brief Garden, Madu river Safari, Mulkirigala Rock Monetary, Weherahena Buddhist temple & Kataluwa temple & Moonstone mines.
Mannar Line Opened in 1914, the Mannar Line straddles the dry zone and so offers a completely different sense of geography. This line branches Westward from Medawachchiya and continues on to the Thalaimannar Island Pier - Length of 98 kms from Medawachchiya Junction. Important sites en route: Madhu Church, Baobab Tree and Thirukketeeswaram Kovil. Batticaloa Line Opened in 1928, the Batticaloa line branches off eastward from Nothern Line at Maho and Gal-Oya, a length of 350kms from Colombo. This line was opened in 1928 as a light railway and in 1950s the route was upgraded to match the rest of the rail system. Important sites en route: Polonnaruwa - Ancient city, Sigiriya, the 5th century fortress, Dambulla Golden Temple, Minneriya, Kaudulla wildlife santeries, Batticaloa Lighthouse and the Old Dutch Fort. Trincomalee Line Opened in 1972, the Trincomalee Line branches off at Gal-Oya on the Batticaloa line and terminates at China Bay - Length of 122kms. Important sites en route: Trincomalee War Cemetery, Koneswaram Temple, Marble Beach, Fort Frederick and Pigeon Island.
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OUR TRAINS THE VICEROY SPECIAL A Journey in Distinction The Viceroy Special, the JF Tours vintage steam train, is the only one currently in operation in Sri Lanka. Complete with period fittings, a bar and smoking area, dining and recreation area, plush seating with music and Wi-Fi facilities. The Viceroy is an experience in luxury train travel. The train runs on a charter basis and runs to any rail destination in the island. The hill country ride in Sri Lanka, which is considered to be one of the most picturesque train journeys in the world, will be a journey best experienced on the Viceroy Special. The Viceroy is an unmatched way to see the country, considered by many to be a trip of a lifetime. Unlike modern trains, it travels at a leisurely pace and can be stopped to allow passengers to photograph the passing locales of surpassing beauty. Relax in one of the wood-panelled compartments, play a game of chess or backgammon, listen to soothing music of your choice. You really can inhabit this life, even if time is limited. Enjoy the possibility of life at a different pace aboard the Viceroy Special. There isn’t a more pleasurable way to experience the diverse and breath-taking landscape of Sri Lanka. Passengers in Ac carriages: 64 (seating) Non-Ac restaurant car: 24 Availability of Wi-Fi, bar services, onboard dining facility; smoking lounge and public announcement facility.
THE ENGINES WE OFFER
THE VICEROY II An Odyssey in Luxury Redefined This dual-purpose luxury carriage is designed to increase the seating capacity of the Viceroy Special to accommodate larger groups, as well as to be attached to the public service trains for the benefit of individual passengers and smaller groups in a more affordable way. The carriage has been refurbished in period style to reconnect with an old-world charm that is in the style of the authentic Viceroy Special, which is operational on charter basis. This air-conditioned carriage has 24 comfortable reclining seats with tables, fine dining, bar, high-end sound system and WIFI facilities. Passengers in Ac carriage: 24 Availability of Wi-Fi, bar services, onboard dining facility; smoking area and public announcement facility.
T1 RAILCAR An Intimate Rail Experience As the pioneer of The Viceroy Special, and the forerunner in designing spectacular train travel opportunities with expertise and creativity, JF Tours is always passionate about rail travel and finds ways of keeping this rail history alive. We have embarked upon another venture in the form of the T1 railcar (Diesel Deluxe), manufactured by the English Electric Co. UK, and designed to offer a railway travel of a different kind. The rustic railcar which was in passenger service between 1947 and 1970, is now beautifully restored – and offers not just the joy of the train journey in luxury (which is the JF Tours hallmark), but also the experience of intimacy that comes with being with the right people in this perfect, cozy atmosphere. With a capacity for up to 32 passengers, we offer the booking of an entire railcar which is also more cost effective than using a longer train. It facilitates not only travel to destinations, but also the hosting of special family occasions and corporate functions. Passengers in Ac carriage: 32 Availability of Wi-Fi, onboard dining facility; public announcement facility.
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OUR RAIL TOUR PACKAGES DISCOVER SRI LANKA BY RAIL 06 NIGHTS / 07 DAYS ROUND TRIP AT A GLANCE • Explore Sri Lanka through its own nature and scenic view. • Exclusive charter of the luxurious Viceroy II & T1 Railway car. • Two different railway journeys through the country’s most captivating regions. • Visits to the cultural and Heritage sites. TOUR ITINERARY DAY 01 - Jan 02, 2019 Airport Arrival Transfer to Colombo by T1 Railcar Arrival at Colombo, meet & greet at airport and board T1 Railcar leaving for Colombo. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel in Colombo and relax. Rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy facilities at the hotel. Dinner & Overnight: Movenpick Hotel, Colombo (B, L, D). DAY 02 - Jan 03, 2019 Colombo – Nuwara Eliya by Viceroy ll Train Carriage After breakfast, embark on your train journey to the most scenic place in Sri Lanka with lunch & tea/coffee service on board through forests, waterfalls, rural villages & endless tea plantations, etc., which is considered one of the spectacular train journeys in the world. Late afternoon, arrive at Nanu Oya, the garden station for nearby Nuwara Eliya and transfer to your hotel. Dinner & Overnight: Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya (B, L, D). DAY 03 - Jan 04, 2019 Nuwara Eliya – Kandy by Viceroy ll Train Carriage After breakfast, do a sightseeing tour of Nuwara Eliya, the highest city of the land covering the beautiful parks, pretty lakes which will include a visit to a tea factory. Have lunch before being transferred to the railway station to join your train that leaves for Kandy. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Kandy and relax. Dinner & Overnight: Mahaweli Reach Hotel Kandy (B, L, D). DAY 04 - Jan 05, 2019 In Kandy (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) After breakfast do a guided tour of the city visiting the temple of the Tooth Relic, Royal Botanic gardens at Peradeniya and free time for shopping for souvenirs. Evening: enjoy the rich culture of Kandy bought alive with a colorful cultural show. Dinner & Overnight: Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy (B, L, D).
DAY 05 - Jan 06, 2019 Kandy – Pinnawela - Sigiriya by Road Coach After breakfast, leave for Sigiriya via Pinnawela. En-route, visit the renowned Elephant Orphanage to see the feeding & bathing of elephants, one of the popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka. Upon arrival at Sigiriya, have lunch and afterwards visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress which is renowned for its 5th century ruins, frescoes & water gardens. Late afternoon, check in at your hotel & relax. Dinner & Overnight: Cinnamon Lodge, Habarana (B, L, D). DAY 06 - Jan 07, 2019 Habarana - Negombo by T1 Railcar After breakfast depart by coach for Dambulla to visit the golden temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. After which transfer to Habarana railway station to embark on the railcar journey to Negombo. Lunch & tea/coffee served on board. Upon arrival, transfer to your beach resort hotel & relax. Dinner & Overnight: Heritance Negombo (B, L, D). DAY 07 - Jan 08, 2019 Departure After an early breakfast, depart by coach for Colombo Airport in time for your flight back home (B, L, D). The End of Services.
Tour price includes • Twin Sharing Accommodation with applicable meals (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner). • On board meals, tea/coffee as applicable. • Airport Transfers on arrival and departure if travelling on group flights. • All rail travel and back up ground transfers as per the itinerary. • Visit to sites including local guides and entrance fees as per itinerary. Tour price does not include • Transfers on arrival and departure if not travelling on a group flight. • All expenses of personal nature not specified above
Hotels used or similar will be provided • Colombo – Movenpick Hotel • Nuwara Eliya – Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya • Kandy – Mahaweli Reach Hotel • Habarana – Cinnamon Lodge • Negombo – Heritance Negombo Tour Prices Quoted Per Person Twin Share Basis. Price – US $ 1970 Nett/ Per Person * Single supplement US$ 620 Nett. PLEASE NOTE: ** For a group of 10 Pax or over, this tour can be arranged anytime of the year depending on the availability of trains.
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SRI LANKA ON THE VICEROY SPECIAL 05 NIGHTS / 06 DAYS ROUND TRIP AT A GLANCE • Scenic train trips on the spectacular mountain and coast railways of Sri Lanka. • Exclusive charter of the spacious and regal Viceroy Special with attached restaurant and bar cars. • Two different railway journeys through the country’s most captivating regions. • Stays in iconic colonial hotels with Lighthouse hotel in Galle. • Visits to World Heritage sites Kandy and Galle. TOUR ITINERARY DAY 01 - Dec 10, 2019 Airport Arrival Transfer to Colombo by Road Coach Arrive Colombo, meet & greet at airport and transfer to your hotel and there will be opportunity to relax or enjoy many facilities provided by the hotel. Overnight: Mount Lavinia Hotel, Colombo (B, L, D). DAY 02 - Dec 11, 2019 Colombo - Kandy by Viceroy Special Train After breakfast, embark on your private train journey to Kandy. En-route, the train will stop mid-way at Rambukkana enabling passengers to visit the Elephant Orphanage at Pinnawela after which, continue your journey with lunch on the train. Upon Arrival in Kandy, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya and the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Evening observe a Memorable Cultural Show at Lake Club. Overnight: Mahaweli Reach Hotel (B, L, D). DAY 03 - Dec 12, 2019 Kandy - Nuwara Eliya by Viceroy Special Train After breakfast depart by Viceroy Special Train to Nuwara-Eliya, the most scenic place in Sri Lanka the route running through forests, waterfalls, rural villages & endless tea plantations, etc., which is considered one of the spectacular train journeys in the world. Lunch & tea/coffee served on the train. Upon arrival at Nanu Oya, and before being transferred to your hotel, do a sightseeing tour of the highest city of the land including a visit to a tea factory. Overnight: Araliya Green Hills (B, L, D). DAY 04 - Dec 13, 2019 Nuwara Eliya – Colombo by Viceroy Special Train After breakfast, transfer to the nearby railway station to join the train back to Colombo. Lunch & tea/coffee service on the train. Late afternoon, arrive in Colombo and transfer to your hotel where you will spend the rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight: Mount Lavinia Hotel, Colombo (B, L, D).
DAY 05 - Dec 14th 2019 Colombo – Galle by Viceroy Special Steam Train Morning after breakfast, do a city tour of Colombo, The highlights include the old and new parliament houses, Buddhist temple, town hall, and the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Around noon, join the Viceroy Train that departs for Galle from Colombo’s main station and steam south through the outer suburbs and down along the coast. Lunch and afternoon tea/coffee service will be on the train. Late afternoon arrive in Galle and transfer to your hotel. Dinner tonight is at the hotel overlooking the bay and onto the Indian Ocean. Overnight: Jetwing Lighthouse Hotel (B, L, D). DAY 06 - Dec 15, 2019 Galle - Departure to Airport Morning after breakfast, enjoy a tour of Galle, leading to the World Heritage listed old fort complex known as the ‘Ramparts of Galle’ founded by Portuguese during 16 century which is the best preserved colonial seaport in all of Asia. It is the largest remaining fortress built by European occupiers enclosing colonial town, museum with churches and old government buildings. Lunch at the hotel after which rest of the is day free to enjoy the many facilities afforded by the minimalistic, stately and elegant Lighthouse Hotel. Have early dinner and transfer by coach to the airport in time for your departure flight home (B, L, D). End of Services.
Tour price includes • Twin Sharing Accommodation with applicable meals (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner). • On board meals, tea/coffee as applicable. • Airport Transfers on arrival and departure if travelling on group flights. • All rail travel and back up ground transfers as per the itinerary. • Visit to sites including local guides and entrance fees as per itinerary. Tour price does not include • Transfers on arrival and departure if not travelling on group flights. • All expenses of personal nature not specified above. • Travel Insurance.
Hotels used or similar will be provided • Colombo – Mount Lavinia Hotel • Kandy - Mahaweli Reach Hotel • Nuwara Eliya – Araliya Green Hills • Galle - Lighthouse Hotel Tour Prices Quoted Per Person Twin Share Basis. Price – US $ 2275 Nett/ Per Person * Single supplement US$ 560 Nett. PLEASE NOTE: ** For a group of 25 Pax or over, this tour can be arranged anytime of the year depending on the availability of trains.
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DAY 03 - Jan 16, 2020 In Ella Breakfast at the hotel. Ella is a lush riverine valley offering fantastic views and unchallenging walks, visit Ravana Falls, the Nine Arch Bridge also known as The Bridge in the sky in a pretty mountainous landscape. Little Adam’s peak, a little mountain which a small hike 1141 meters high, is fairly easy to climb, with a good path all the way up. On returning back to your hotel, have lunch and spend the rest of the day relaxing. Overnight: Hotel in Ella (B, L, D). DAY 04 - Jan 17, 2020 Ella - Kandy by Viceroy ll Train Carriage After breakfast, transfer by coach to Ella Railway Station to embark on the Viceroy II Carriage that will take you to Kandy. Lunch will be served on the train. The evening is all yours to relax by the hotel and enjoy the hotel facilities. Overnight: Hotel in Kandy (B, L, D). EXPLORE SRI LANKA BY RAIL 13 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS ROUND TRIP AT A GLANCE • Explore Sri Lanka through its own nature and scenic view. • Exclusive charter of the luxurious Viceroy II & T1 Railway car. • Two different railway journeys through the country’s most captivating regions. • Visits to the cultural and Heritage sites in Kandy / Polonnaruwa and Galle. TOUR ITINERARY DAY 01 - Jan 14, 2020 Arrival at Colombo Airport & Transfer to Hotel Arrive at Colombo, meet & greet at the airport and board the T1 Railcar for journey to Colombo. Rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy facilities at this beach resort hotel overlooking the Indian Ocean. Overnight: Hotel in Colombo (B, L, D). DAY 02 - Jan 15, 2020 Colombo – Ella by Viceroy ll Train Carriage After breakfast, transfer by coach to Colombo Fort Railway Station to embark on your journey to the most scenic place in Sri Lanka which is considered one of the spectacular train journeys in the world. Lunch & tea/coffee served on the train. Evening: Arrive at Ella and transfer by coach to your hotel and relax. Overnight: Hotel in Ella (B, L, D).
DAY 05 - Jan 18, 2020 In Kandy After breakfast, do a guided city tour covering the many historic sites, including time to do some shopping for souvenirs. Also visit the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya. Return to Kandy via the Embekke devale, a 14th century temple set at the end of a 1- kilometer walk through the pleasant countryside. After lunch, the afternoon is at leisure. Evening - Enjoy a colorful cultural pageant and a fire walking show at Kandy Lake Club. Overnight: Hotel in Kandy (B, L, D). DAY 06 - Jan 19, 2020 Kandy – Habarana by Road Coach After breakfast, leave for Habarana, en-route visit a spice garden at Matale and have lunch at a local restaurant in Dambulla. After lunch, visit the world heritage site, Dambulla rock cave temple; It’s one of the foremost centers of Buddhist pilgrimage as well as one of the largest cave temple complexes in south Asia. Return to your hotel in Habarana and evening spend at leisure. Overnight: Hotel in Habarana (B, L, D). DAY 07 - Jan 20, 2020 Habarana After breakfast visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress which is renowned for its 5th century ruins, frescoes and water gardens. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight: Hotel in Habarana (B, L, D).
DAY 08 - Jan 21, 2020 Habarana - Trincomalee by T1 Railcar After breakfast, transfer to Habarana railway station to embark on T1 Railcar journey to Trincomalee. Trincomalee is a port city on the northeast coast of Sri Lanka, set on a peninsula. On arrival in Trincomalee transfer to your hotel, relax and have lunch. Afternoon do a visit to the Fort Frederick built by the Portuguese in the 17th century. Within its grounds, the grand Koneswaram Temple stands on Swami Rock cliff, a popular vantage point for blue-whale watching. Evening return to your hotel and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
DAY 12 - Jan 25, 2020 Colombo – Galle by T1 Railcar After Breakfast, do a coach tour of the city of Colombo driving around the bustling bazaars and the residential areas. Highlights include the old and new parliament houses, Buddhist temple, town hall, and the Museum. Noon: Join the T1 Railcar that leaves for Galle with lunch & tea/coffee service on the train.
Overnight: Hotel in Trincomalee (B, L, D).
DAY 13 - Jan 26, 2020 In Galle After breakfast, do a guided city tour of Galle, a World Heritage listed site. Sightseeing includes a visit to the old fort complex known as the ‘Ramparts of Galle.’ Annexed by the Portuguese in the 16th century, extensively fortified by the Dutch and subsequent British custodians.
DAY 09 - Jan 22, 2020 Trincomalee – Passikudah by T1 Railcar After breakfast, transfer to the railway station to join your T1 Railcar leaving for Valachchenai. On arrival, transfer to your hotel at Passikudah and have lunch. Passikudah is picturesque fishing village located in the lagoon enclosed region of the east coast. The calm conditions and clear waters that prevail within the inner reef lagoon make it ideal for swimming and exploring the shallow waters. In the late afternoon do a coach tour of Batticaloa. Our sightseeing tour includes the small fort and walk around the parapet, the Catholic Church and the Mahatma Ghandhi Park. Evening: Return back to Passikudah and relax and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Arrive Galle in the late afternoon, check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight: Hotel in Galle (B, L, D).
In the late afternoon relax and enjoy the minimalistic, stately and elegant Lighthouse Hotel. Overnight: Hotel in Galle (B, L, D). DAY 14 - Jan 27, 2020 Galle – Departure to Colombo Airport After an early breakfast, depart by coach for Colombo airport in time for your flight back home. (B)
Overnight: Hotel in Passikudah (B, L, D). DAY 10 - Jan 23, 2020 In Passikudah Spend the whole day at leisure on this beach hotel. Overnight: Hotel in Passikudah (B, L, D). DAY 11 - Jan 24, 2020 Passikudah – Polonnaruwa - Colombo by T1 Railcar After breakfast, transfer to the Valachchenai Railway Station to join your T1 Railcar trip to Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa is the second ancient capital city of ancient Sri Lanka declared as a World Heritage Site. On arrival in Polonnaruwa visit the ruins, covering important places before transferring back to join the T1 Railcar back to Colombo. Lunch will be served onboard. Evening: Arrive in Colombo, Sri Lanka’s biggest city and the commercial capital and main sea-port. Check-in at your hotel and relax. Overnight: Hotel in Colombo (B, L, D).
Trip will be on the month of May 2020 ** Tour Prices - Quoted on request. ** For a group of 10 Pax or more booking, this tour can be arranged anytime of the year depending on the availability. Tour price includes • Transfers on arrival and departure if travelling on group flights. • 13 nights’ accommodation in centrally located 4-5 star hotels with daily breakfast (B). • Meals as per itinerary (L=Lunch, D=Dinner). • Exclusive train travel throughout aboard T1 Railcar & Viceroy ll luxury carriage. • Comfortable air-conditioned coach transportation throughout. • Comprehensive sightseeing including local guides and entrance fees as per itinerary. Tour price does not include • Transfers on arrival and departure if not travelling on a group flights. • Items of a personal nature (e.g. telephone, laundry, mini-bar etc).
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WITNESS THE WORLD HERITAGE SITES ON THE VICEROY SPECIAL - 06 NIGHTS / 07 DAYS ROUND TRIP AT A GLANCE • Scenic train trips on the spectacular mountain and coast railways of Sri Lanka. • Exclusive charter of the spacious and regal Viceroy Special with attached restaurant and bar cars. • Two different railway journeys through the country’s most captivating regions. • Stays in luxurious hotels. • Visits to World Heritage sites Dambulla, Sigiriya, Kandy and Galle. TOUR ITINERARY Day 01 Arrival Colombo from Different Destinations Arrive Colombo, meet & greet at the airport and transfer to your hotel located in the heart of the vibrant city of Colombo. Rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy many facilities of the hotel. Overnight: Hotel in Colombo (B, L, D). Day 02 Colombo - Kandy by Viceroy Special Train Morning - City tour of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s biggest city, its commercial and cultural capital and main sea-port. The city boasts many fine colonial-era buildings reminding us of its rich colonial past. Afternoon depart on your private train, the Viceroy Special, for your first train journey up to the World Heritage site of Kandy with lunch on board the train. Evening: Visit the Royal Botanical gardens and the Temple of the Tooth and also observe a Memorable Cultural Show. Overnight: Hotel in Kandy (B, L, D). Day 3 Kandy - Dambulla by Road Coach After Breakfast, leave by coach for Dambulla and visit the cave temple, another World Heritage Site, it is one of the foremost centres of Buddhist pilgrimage as well as one of the largest cave temple complexes in South Asia. Lunch at the hotel, in the late afternoon visit Sigiriya, the Lion Rock, which is a massive stone monolith rising 183 metres (600 feet) from the surrounding green scrub jungle. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure to enjoy the facilities of the resort. Overnight: Hotel in Dambulla (B, L, D). DAY 04 Dambulla/Matale/Nuwara-Eliya by Viceroy Special Train After breakfast, transfer by coach to Matale railway station to join the Viceroy Special to Nanu-Oya. It is considered as one of the spectacular train journeys in the world. Lunch, tea/coffee on the train. In the late afternoon do a city tour of Nuwara Eliya and also visit a tea factory. Overnight: Hotel in Nuwara-Eliya (B, L, D).
Day 05 Nuwara Eliya – Colombo by Viceroy Special Train After breakfast, transfer to the Railway Station to join your train. Today the Viceroy Special descends from the high country back to Colombo. Lunch will be served on board. Late afternoon, on arrival in Colombo, transfer to your hotel where you will spend the rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight: Hotel in Colombo (B, L, D). Day 06 Colombo – Galle by Viceroy Special STEAM Train After breakfast, embark on the last leg of your journey on the Viceroy Special, this time hauled by steam locomotive. The train departs from Colombo’s main station at Fort, and steams south through the outer suburbs and down along the coast. The opportunity for photo stops will be provided and lunch will be served on board before arriving in Galle. After disembarkation enjoy a tour of Galle, leading to the World Heritage listed old fort complex known as the ‘Ramparts of Galle.’ After which proceed to your hotel and relax. Overnight: Hotel in Galle (B, L, D). Day 07 Galle - Departure to Airport by Road Coach After breakfast, at leisure to enjoy the coastal location of the hotel, its many facilities and spa. After an early dinner, depart by coach for Colombo Airport in time for your flight back home. (B, L, D). End of Services.
Trip will be in the month of June 2020 **Tour Prices - Quoted on request Tour price includes • Transfers on arrival and departure if travelling on group flights. • 06 nights’ accommodation in centrally location luxury hotels with daily breakfast (B). • Meals as per itinerary (L=Lunch, D=Dinner). • Exclusive train travel throughout aboard the beautifully appointed Viceroy Special. • Comfortable air-conditioned coach transportation throughout. • Comprehensive sightseeing including local guides and entrance fees as per itinerary.
Tour price does not include • Transfers on arrival and departure if not travelling on a group flight. • Items of a personal nature. (e.g. telephone, laundry, mini-bar etc). PLEASE NOTE: For group of 25 Pax or more booking, this tour can be arranged anytime of the year depending on the availability of the train.
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THE LAST ROYAL CAPITAL ON THE VICEROY II DAY 01 - Dec 10, 2018 Colombo – Kandy by Viceroy ll Train Carriage The train leaves at 7.00 am. Meet at the Colombo Fort Railway station on Platform No.02 by 6.45 am to board the Viceroy II carriage. Tea/Coffee will be served onboard along with some cookies. Arrive in Kandy station at 9.45 am. Upon arrival be picked by coach and proceed to visit the temple of tooth relic after which do a brief city tour and have lunch in the hotel and relax. Late afternoon, observe a cultural dance and fire walking show after which return to your hotel. Dinner & Overnight: Earl’s Regency, Kandy. DAY 02 - Dec 11, 2018 Kandy – Colombo by Viceroy ll Train Carriage After breakfast in the hotel, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens. Concluding your garden visit, return to your hotel for lunch. 2.30 pm Transfer to Kandy Railway Station and board your train for journey back to Colombo. 5.40 pm Arrive in Colombo and detrain. End of Services.
Tour price includes • 01 night accommodation in Earls Regency or similar on FB Basis. • Ground Transport from/to Kandy railway station • Meals as per itinerary (L=Lunch, D=Dinner). • Exclusive train travel throughout aboard the beautifully appointed Viceroy II. • Comfortable air-conditioned coach transportation throughout. • Comprehensive sightseeing including local guides and entrance fees as per itinerary. Tour price does not include • Ground Transport to and from Colombo Railway Station. • Items of a personal nature. (e.g. telephone, laundry, mini-bar etc)
Your Hotels or similar will be provided • Kandy – Earl’s Regency Tour Prices Quoted Per Person Twin Share Basis Price based on minimum 10 paying pax. Price – US $ 385 nett/person *Single supplement US$ 80 nett. PLEASE NOTE: For group of 10 Pax or more booking, this tour can be arranged anytime of the year depending on the availability of the train.
SOUTHERN BEACHES ON THE VICEROY II DAY 01 - Dec 12, 2018 Colombo – Galle The train leaves at 6.55 am. Meet at the Colombo Fort Railway Station on Platform No.05 by 6.30 am to board the Viceroy II Carriage. Tea/Coffee & snack will be served onboard. Arrive in Galle at 9.40 am. Upon arrival be picked by your bus and proceed to check into your hotel. Lunch at the Hotel, and spend the rest of the day at leisure and enjoy the hotel facilities. Dinner & Overnight: Amari Galle. DAY 02 - Dec 13, 2018 In Galle After breakfast, enjoy a tour of Galle, leading to the World Heritage listed old fort complex known as the ‘Ramparts of Galle. Have lunch at a restaurant and in the evening return back to your hotel. Dinner & Overnight: Amari Galle. DAY 03 - Dec 14, 2018 Galle – Colombo Have breakfast at leisure and enjoy the golden beaches of Galle. After lunch at your hotel, transfer by coach to railway station to join your train departing at 3.20pm. 6.10 pm Upon arrival at Colombo, detrain. End of Services.
Tour price includes • 02 night accommodation in Amari Galle or similar on FB Basis. • Ground Transport from/ to Galle Railway Station. • Meals as per itinerary. • Exclusive train travel aboard the beautifully appointed Viceroy II Train Carriage. • Comfortable air-conditioned coach transfers. • Sightseeing including local guides & entrance fees as per itinerary. Tour price does not include • Ground Transport to and from Colombo Railway Station. • Items of a personal nature. (e.g. telephone, laundry, mini-bar etc).
Your Hotels or similar will be provided • Galle – Amari Galle Tour Prices Quoted Per Person Twin Share Basis Price based on minimum 10 paying pax. Price – US $ 630 Nett/Person Single supplement US $ 220 Nett. PLEASE NOTE: For group of 10 Pax or more booking, this tour can be arranged anytime of the year depending on the availability of the train.
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DAY EXCURSIONS KINGDOM OF KANDY This luxury rail excursion takes you to Kandy, the last royal capital of Sri Lanka. Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive in this city. At 6.45 am guests board the Viceroy II carriage at the Colombo Fort railway station and depart for Kandy. Along the way refreshments will be served with an option to enjoy a special breakfast. Arrive at Kandy by 9.30am and leave to explore the city on your own. Main attractions in the city are the Temple of Tooth Relic, a walk around the Kandy lake, shopping in the city where you can purchase beautiful arts and crafts and gems. Guests should return to the Kandy railway station by 2.45pm to board the Viceroy II carriage and depart for Colombo. On board you will be served with refreshments. Arrive at Colombo Fort Station by 5.30pm. Maximum Capacity – 24 Cost of Viceory II carriage Private Charter – US $ 872 Additional cost per Adult, for special breakfast – US $ 12 Additional cost per Child, for special breakfast – US $ 8
THE OLD TOWN OF GALLE This luxury rail excursion takes you to the old “Santa Cruz” which was the first fortress of the Portuguese after they annexed Galle from the Sinhalese kings in 1587. It is the best example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and South-East Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and South Asian traditions. At 6.55am guests board the Viceroy II carriage at the Colombo Fort railway station and depart for Galle. Along the way, refreshments will be served with an option to enjoy a special breakfast. Arrive at Galle at 9.45 am and leave to explore the city on your own, you can visit the old town of Galle and its fortifications, the Galle Fort, Lighthouse, Dutch Reformed Church. Guests should return to the Galle railway station by 3.15 pm to board the Viceroy II carriage and depart for Colombo. Onboard you will be served with refreshments. Arrive at Colombo Fort Station by 6.10 pm. Maximum Capacity – 24 Cost of Viceory II Carraige Private Charter – US $ 872 Additional cost per Adult, for special breakfast – US $ 12 Additional cost per Child, for special breakfast – US $ 8
PINNAWALA ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE This luxury rail excursion takes you to ‘The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage’ which was established 1975 on a 25 acre coconut property adjoining the Maha Oya river. In recent times the bottle feeding and the river bathing have become extremely popular tourist attractions. At 10.30 am guests board the T1 Railcar at the Colombo Fort railway station and depart to Rambukkana. Along the way refreshments will be served with an option to enjoy a special breakfast. Arrive at Rambukkana by 12.30 pm, and proceed to the Pinnawala Elephant orphanage for the afternoon feeding at 1.15 pm, followed by bathing at 2.00 pm. Guests should return to Rambukkana railway station by 3.30 pm to board the T1 railcar and depart for Colombo. On board you will be served with refreshments. Arrive at Colombo Fort Station by 5.30 pm. Maximum Capacity – 32 Cost of T1 Railcar Private Charter – US $ 1995 Additional cost per Adult, for special breakfast – US $ 26 Additional cost per Child, for special breakfast – US $ 20
GOLDEN BEACHES OF BENTOTA This luxury rail excursion takes you to Bentota, one of the best beaches on the south-west coast. With an array of luxury hotels, facilities and amenities for the foreign tourists, Bentota provides the perfect beach getaway. You will also find many water sport activities that are nowhere else to be found on the island. At 9.30 guests board the T1 Railcar at the Colombo Fort railway station and depart to Bentota to spend a relaxing day at a 4*/5* hotel by the beach. Along the way refreshments will be served. Arrive at Bentota by 11.30 am and proceed to the hotel of your choice to spend the day at leisure by the beach and pool and enjoy a delicious buffet for lunch. Guest should return to the Bentota station to board the T1 Railcar by 7.00 pm and depart for Colombo. On board you will be served with refreshments with an option to enjoy a special dinner. Arrive at Colombo Fort Station by 9.00 pm. Maximum Capacity – 32 Cost of T1 Railcar Private Charter – US $ 1630 Additional cost per Adult, for special dinner – US $ 26 Additional cost per Child, for special dinner – US $ 20 Special day outing package @ 4*/5* hotel, per person – US $ 34
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