DISCOVER SRI LANKA

16 days from GBP1,403 to GBP1,733 including flights

Tripcode: AIL

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Piers Stannus

DISCOVER SRI LANKA

Written January 2008

I thoroughly enjoyed myself; we were all looked after immaculately and I loved Sri Lanka and the people. The only slight negative was the rain in the first week.

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Karin Hall

I came dangerously close to consuming toxic quantities of seafood

Written November 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I think what I found most inspirational was all the little day-to-day nuances of experiencing the country in a small group with a leader that knew and loved his country. We largely avoided built-up westernised resorts and stayed in accommodation, which although incredibly comfortable, also got you one step closer to the ‘real’ Sri Lanka. And the real Sri Lanka has lots of friendly little lizards.

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Janet Atherton

Great to see so many young Elephants.

Written November 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
In spite of the obvious problems within Sri Lanka, the wildlife seems very contented and healthy. Lots of very cheeky monkeys. The Tsunami victims need your direct help, but do it through a company like Exodus, where your money will be used properly. I was quite shocked to see how little had been done to help the people. The extent of the absolute coastal devastation and struggle of the communities made me see how desperate they are for tourists to return. The best meal of the trip was lunch, when we spent the day cycling through villages and stopped at a homestead and ate outside off banana leaves and had coconut milk straight from the tree, lovely. The views from the top of the Rock Fortress at Sigiriya, were stunning. The jeep safari was crazy. Great to see all the old temples and relics from the past. The tea plantations around Nuwara Eliya were scenic and the walks around Horton Plains were great for stretching the legs after sitting on a bus!

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Catherine Rowlands

Luscious land

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I climbed Adam's Peak; this was an optional part of the holiday and the trip notes described it as very strenuous. Well, I'mn a size 16 going on 18, not the world's fittest, but I did it, and was glad I did. Even though it rained and I didn't get to see the mysterious shadow cast on the clouds below me, it was a great experience and I felt like part of a huge community of worshippers climbing a mountain sacred to every religion.

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Kirstin Sloan

A true insight into a diverse & fascinating country

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The entire trip was a joy with every day full of new and exciting adventures to experience!

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Sally Nichols

One of my best trips in 25 years of travelling alone

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Visiting one of the new homes built following the tsunami, with the financial backing of Exodus - generated by Rashine (tour guide) who was actually on a tour when the tsunami hit - was a humbling and inspiring experience. We had lunch with the family in their new home and was able to see first-hand how they live and what happy and hospitable people the Sri Lankans are. The sight of a massive flight of bats at sunset each night in Kandy was very exciting!

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Rosemary L H Kwok

It was worth the climb

Written September 2007
What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Walking up Adam's Peak at what seemed like an unearthly time in the morning, but it was the best time as we were up there to see the sun rise along with the locals at the temple. It was amazing to see all the dear old grannies getting up the steps with the help of younger members of their families - you really wouldn't see that happen in the UK.

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