DISCOVER SRI LANKA

Lapped by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a natural paradise; a landscape of verdant mountains, rainforests, paddy fields, tumbling waterfalls and sweeping gorges. Hidden amongst this are the ancient Buddhist city of Polonnaruwa and the impressive 'Lion's Rock' fortress at Sigiriya, testaments to the country's rich history. In contrast there's the religious centre of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya in the Central Highlands, as well as the chance to climb Adam's Peak (Dec to Apr) for sunrise. Descending from the hill country we visit the elephant centre at Udawalawe and safari in Yala National Park, before spending our last few days lazing on idyllic palm-fringed beaches and visiting the old Dutch city of Galle.