The Best of Sri Lanka and Maldives LMS Overseas Medical Conference 1 – 12 April 2015 NEGOMBO - PINNAWALA – KANDALAMA - SIGIRIYA DAMBULLA - MATALE – KANDY – PERADENIYA – COLOMBO – MALDIVES With Pre-Tour to YALA NATIONAL PARK ITINERRY (Main Trip): 01ST APR 15: AUSTRALIA- NEGOMBO Fly with Singapore Airlines from Australia to Colombo via Singapore. Upon arrival, you are met and assisted on arrival at Airport by Aitken Spence Travels Representative, and transferred to Negombo. Overnight Stay at 5* Jetwing Blue 02ND APR 15: NEGOMBO - PINNAWALA – KANDALAMA MEAL: B/L/D After breakfast at Jetwing Blue, proceed to Kandalama via Pinnawala The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage provides visitors with the best chance of seeing a large number of elephants at close quarters. The orphanage was established in 1975 and commenced with seven orphaned elephants. Today some of these orphans enjoy the fortune of seeing their calfs born in the same location. Assisted by local and foreign elephant experts, Pinnawala commenced a successful captive breeding programme and the first baby elephant was born in 1984. It is most interesting to visit at feeding time to see the baby elephants being bottle fed and the entire herd taken for a bath thereafter to the river nearby. Lunch at Pinnalanda On completion proceed to Kandalama Check in at 5* Heritance Kandalama for 2 nights Theme dinner – Welcome Dinner at hotel KASYAPA RAJA BOJUN P‘O’ Maidens of the cosmos take me for what I am within your scope I come in peace and shall disturb you not than a breeze trembling in moonlight” The Poem from the mirror wall, the wall of reflection, from the 5th century citadel of Sigiriya.The poem not only reflects the subtle beauty of the immortal maidens but also a thinking of a group of people and a period of time. A group of people who had an eye for detail, respect for nature and a vision for the future. Encouraged by their King Kasyapa, they contributed to mankind by creating Sigiriya. A monument unique to man’s creativity and its unprecedented imagination. Rajabojun is a tribute to this King and his way of living and life style. Hail to the King and to the maidens of the Cosmos!! Location – 07th floor Sigiriya Wing Entertainment -Thabla, Violin, Sitar, Mandolin, Live Music & Cultural Dance Performance 03RD APR 15: KANDALAMA - SIGIRIYA – KANDALAMA MEAL: B/L/D After breakfast at Heritance Kandalama, proceed to Sigiriya Sri Lanka's most popular historic site, Sigiriya is the 5th century rock citadel of King Kasyapa. This 200 meters citadel was home to his palace on top of the rock and derives its name as it appears to resemble the outline of a lion from distance. King Kasyapa built his palace and decorated its walls with colorful frescoes which can even be seen today. These frescoes, along with India¿s Ajantha cave frescoes are world renowned for lasting through the ages and their awe-inspiring beauty. When you climb along the side of the rock, about halfway up, you will encounter a gateway that although in ruins, resembles a gigantic lions paw. Today, Sigiriya is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site and remains as one of the best examples of ancient urban planning in Sri Lanka. Transfer from Sigiriya to Kandalama Afternoon Medical Conference Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Stay at Heritance Kandalama 04TH APR 15: KANDALAMA - DAMBULLA - MATALE - KANDY MEAL: B/L/D After breakfast at Heritance Kandalama, proceed to Kandy via Dambulla and Matale The Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as Jambukola Viharaya is a World Heritage Site and is the largest, preserved cave temple complex in the country. It is believed that King Valahambahu converted these caves into a temple during the 1st century BC. Although there are more than 80 documented caves in the area, the temple itself is spread over five. These caves contain statues and paintings that chronicle Lord Buddha and his life. There are 153 Lord Buddha statues, 3 statues of Sri Lankan Kings and 4 statues of Gods and goddesses found here. The latter include those of Hindu Gods Vishnu and Ganesh. The murals cover over 2,000 square metres in area. The largest image of Lord Buddha is a carving that spans over 14 metres. Transfer from Dambulla to Matale Matale, known for its welcoming climate is world famous for its spice gardens. Here one may experience the intricate processes that result in Sri Lanka producing some of the best spices in the world. What¿s more, a cookery demonstration too will be held allowing visitors to learn to prepare traditional curries using local spices. Lunch at Spice Garden On completion proceed to Kandy Dinner & Overnight Stay at 5* Earls Regency for 2 nights 05TH APR 15: KANDY - PERADENIYA- KANDY After breakfast at Earls Peradeniya and Kandy city Regency, proceed MEAL: B/L/D to The Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya covers approximately 147 acres and attracts over 2 million visitors annually. It is home to over 4,000 species of plants including some of the most beautiful orchids you¿ll ever see. The origins of these magnificent gardens date back to the time of King Wickramabahu the 3rd in 1371. Besides the plethora of plants, the famous Avenue of Palms and the Cannonball Tree planted by King George the 5th of the United Kingdom are key highlights. Transfer from Peradeniya to Kandy Lunch at Kandian Arts The World Heritage Site, Kandy, was the last capital of the Sri Lankan Kings, before the country was brought under British rule in 1815. Famous for its rich heritage and splendour, this magnificent city was last ruled by Sri Wickramarajasinghe. The Temple of the Tooth Relic is the most significant highlight of the city along with the Kandy lake, the town and other attractions. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Earls Regency 06TH APR 15: KANDY - TEA FACTORY – COLOMBO MEAL: B/L/D After breakfast at Earl's Regency, proceed to Colombo Visit a tea factory, where the best tea in the world is produced. Upon your visit you will observe how the quality of tea is graded and also have a walk-through of the manufacturing process. The highlight of your visit will be enjoying the taste of a cup of pure Ceylon tea in the factory. After Lunch at the Hotel meet for a Half Day conference. Afternoon medical conference Check in at Cinnamon Grand hotel for 2 nights. 07TH APR 15: COLOMBO MEAL: B/L/D After breakfast at Grand hotel, proceed to Colombo and do a walking city tour. A personalized walk, through the city of Colombo with Mark Forbes.This gives the traveler a true feeling of the ‘city’ of Colombo – and where better than through the crazy hustle and bustle of Pettah? This offers your guest who spends a night/two in Colombo to actually see the side of Colombo that has not been modified to suit the ‘tourist’. Walk the guests through the streets where they can experience firsthand the borrowed woods from the Portuguese to the amazing architecture the Dutch/English left behind, see the land all while vision and love the Englishman had for this learning and experiencing what being "Sri Lankan" is all about. While walking through these streets we will also give the guests who are into photography ‘ideal scenario’ locations and guidance to take the best pictures of the amazing architecture. Colombo like many capital cities in developing countries is fast changing its face. Almost overnight, skyscrapers arise from where old buildings once stood. Yet in some parts, the old world charm is retained. Theme Dinner Sri Lanka Farewell Dinner NUGAGAMA The creation in Colombo of a rural village with all its vital aspects is unique to the Cinnamon Grand. It provides visitors the chance not only to experience the ambiance of rural life without leaving the capital, but also to enjoy typical Sri Lankan cuisine, witness entertainment that reflects village lifestyle, learn about tradition and culture, and purchase authentic local handicrafts. The village is called Nuga Gama (nuga = banyan tree, gama = village), the reason for which becomes obvious when you glimpse the enormous banyan, probably two centuries old, that dominates the area. The ethos at Nuga Gama is to offer visitors a chance to experience rural hospitality right in the heart of the city. Lunch & Dinner & Overnight Stay at 5* Cinnamon Grand hotel 08TH APR 15: COLOMBO - AIRPORT – MALDIVES MEAL: B/L/D This morning is at leisure. Transferred to the airport for your flight to Maldives. Check in at Maldives 5*Adaaran Prestige Vadoo Resort for 3 nights. You will stay at Sunrise Villas You will enjoy All Inclusive package during your stay Includes Main Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, High Tea, Cookies and Savouries Beverages: Whisky, Vodka, Rum, Gin, Brandy, Soft drinks, White Wine, Red Wine, Beer, Water, Selection of Cocktails, Selections of Mocktails, Orange Juice, Pineapple Juice, Apple Juice, Mano Juice, Mixed Fruit Juice 09TH APR 15: MALDIVES MEAL: B/L/D Breakfast at hotel Half day Morning Male sightseeing tour included today. Male’ Tour The Male’ Tour is unique. Male’ must rank amongst the smallest capital cities of the world. Explore the streets of this tiny & unique island city through a guided tour by experienced local tour guides. Watch the fisherman unload their catch at the bustling local fish market or wander the aisles of the colourful Maldivian consumable products at the local market. Learn about the history & culture of the Maldives by visiting places of interest in the city. Although Male’ is not the shopping capital of the world, you will find plenty of enthusiastic vendors keen to show you around their souvenir shops. Spend the rest of the day leisurely Lunch, dinner & overnight Stay at Maldives 10TH APR 15: MALDIVES MEAL: B/L/D Breakfast at hotel TODAY IS MEDICAL CONFERENCE You may join lots of activities from the hotel or spend the day leisurely Lunch, dinner & overnight Stay at Maldives 11TH APR 15: MALDIVES – AUSTRALIA MEAL: B/L This morning is at leisure. At noon transferred to the airport for your afternoon flight bound for Australia via Singapore. 12th APR 15: AUSTRALIA Arrive Australia in the morning. Price: $6,480 Single Supplement: $2,100 Land Only Price: $5,080 Inclusion: Singapore Airlines + local air flights Sydney – Singapore – Colombo – Male – Singapore - Sydney including all taxes and fuel surcharges. Twin share deluxe hotel accommodation as per itinerary. Fully inclusive tour with all entrance fees, transfers, meals and English speaking guide as per above itinerary. Tipping on group tour. Registration Fees Exclusion: Personal expenditure, travel insurance, registration fee Medical Conferences: CPD points Medical and practice management lectures Doctors Non – Doctors Children >12 yrs Children <12 yrs $600 $300 $100 Free Land Only Price Inclusions: all as per above group inclusions in Sri Lanka & Maldives and regional air ticket Colombo - Male but EXCLUDE any air Singapore Airlines tickets and taxes. Extend your stay in Maldives? Extra night in Vadoo Resort Maldives: $890 per villa per night all inclusive with food and drink; subject to availability and final confirmation. Hotels References (or similar): 5* Negombo Jetwing Blue 5* Kandalama Heitance 5* Kandy Earls Regency 5* Colombo Cinnamon Grand Hotel 5* Maldives Adaaran Prestige Vadoo Resort Sunrise Villa For enquiry & reservation Please contact Dr. Ken Cho Tel: 02-9602 3909 Jimmy Liu of CBT Holidays Tel: 02-9262 1555 Fax: 02-9262 2833 E: [email protected] Business Class Upgrade Extra $4,980 per person for SQ only (D class) and subject to availability at time of booking Early Bird Bonus $200 per person deduction if you book this trip before 30 Jun 14 Pre-Tour (Yala National Park): DAY 1: 29 MARCH 15 ARRIVEL COLOMBO Upon arrival Colombo, you are met and transferred to check in hotel at Cinnamon Grand Overnight Stay at Cinnamon Grand - Court Yard Wing DAY 2: 30 MARCH 15 COLOMBO – YALA Meal: B/L/D After an early Breakfast at Cinnamon Grand proceed to Yala National Park. Check into Jetwing Yala Hotel for 2 nights. In the afternoon proceed to the Yala National Park and enjoy a safari Yala National Park is undoubtedly the largest and most popular in Sri Lanka. It consists of five blocks, all of which are at present open to the public. Block 1, Ruhuna is the most visited of the five. Visitors can expect to see wild elephants, wild boars, wild buffaloes, leopards, bears, deer and crocodiles. Large flocks of migratory and indigenous birds are also found here. On completion return to the hotel in Yala Dinner and Overnight Stay at Jetwing Yala- Deluxe Room DAY 3: 31 MARCH 15 YALA Meal: B/L/D After Breakfast proceed to the Yala National park and enjoy another safari Yala National Park is undoubtedly the largest and most popular in Sri Lanka. It consists of five blocks, all of which are at present open to the public. Block 1, Ruhuna is the most visited of the five. Visitors can expect to see wild elephants, wild boars, wild buffaloes, leopards, bears, deer and crocodiles. Large flocks of migratory and indigenous birds are also found here. On completion return to the hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a safari at the Udawalawe National Park. The park is adjacent to the Udawalawe reservoir and Walawe river and is surrounded by the scenic beauty of the mountain range that keep on winding endlessly on the Balangoda, Kalthota and Haputale escarpments. The Udawalawe National Park is 30,821 hectares and has an annual rainfall of 1,524 mm and an average year-round temperature of 29.4 C. This park is famous for its elephants seen in all their playfulness, whole herds of them, adults and babies bathing and playing in the water. In addition, the spotted deer, sambur, barking deer, water buffalo and jackal are some of the prominent wild animals found in this park. On completion return to the hotel in Yala Dinner and Overnight Stay at Jetwing Yala- Deluxe Room DAY 4: YALA - COLOMBO Meal: B/D This morning is at leisure. In the afternoon, you are transferred to Negombo and check in at Jetwing Blue Hotel. Dinner served at hotel. Join group and start the main trip. Extra Pre-Tour Price: $920 per person Single supplement: $210 Inclusions: Twin share accommodation for 3 nights at hotels specified or similar. Entrance fees to Yala National Park x 02 safari's & Udawalawe National Park. Meals as per above. Special Service fees to New Luxury Jeep at Yala x 02 safari's , Udawalawe jeep Cost of English Speaking Chauffeur Guide Cost of transportation as per the itinerary LMS Sri Lanka Overseas Conference April 2015 REGISTRATION AND TOUR BOOKING FORM Important: All bookings are subject to the Booking Terms and Conditions. Please read all sections carefully before complete and sign the application form Title Surname (as on passport) Given name (as on passport) Important: Please attach your passport(s) copy (main page only) for the reservation Room Type: Single _____ / Twin Beds (2 beds) _____ / Double (one big bed) ______ / Triple _______ Price Selected: Full Package with Air ($6,480) ____/ Pre-Tour ($920) ___ Land Only ($5,080) _____ Special Diet or other Requests (Airlines Seat Preference; SQ Frequent Flyer # Etc): Postal address…………………………………………………………Postcode……….…State……….…. Email (please print)……………………………………………………….…Fax…………………………. Contact Details: Phone (W)……….…………Phone (H)..…………………Mobile……………………… Next of Kin ……………………………………………………………Tel: ………………………………. Deposit $1,000 per person payable by 30 Sept 2014 Total deposit $……………………………… Payment by Credit Card: Card No.……………………………..…..……………………CCV#: ……..(The last 3 digits on the other side of the card) Name of Cardholder: …………………………….………..Signature:…….…. ………..Expiry ..…../..…… Visa or Master Card accepted for this tour, but for American Express there is a 3% surcharge on top of the tour fees. Payment by Cheque: Please make cheque payable to CBT Holidays Final Payment: Invoice will be sent to you, balance need to be paid no later than 31 Dec 2014. Travel Insurance is compulsory. It is your responsibility that you have adequate and appropriate insurance protection for your needs. CBT Holidays can offer and assist you to obtain travel insurance at a favourable rate. A travel insurance brochure is enclosed. Please complete the insurance application form and include premium or attach proof of other travel insurance when final payment is made. The services of the tour are supplied by CBT Holidays and its agents. Liverpool Medical Services and its employees will not be liable to you or any person for claims through you or by you for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage to person or property on any account whatsoever including negligent acts or omission. Should you have any concern in regard to the services during the tour, please report to the representative of China Bestours to be investigated and addressed. I agree to the Booking Terms and Conditions and confirmed I am authorised to sign this agreement on behalf of all persons whose names appear in this application. Signature …………………………………………………………..…Date….... /……../………. FN7870 TERMS & CONDITIONS (LMS – Sri Lanka Apr 2015) 1. Booking / Acceptance Please read these Terms & Conditions carefully, by making a reservation with us; you have agreed to accept the Terms & Conditions herein. CBT Holidays accepts a booking with the understanding that full payment has been collected and held by CBT Holidays. CBT Holidays reserve the right to cancel the tour due to insufficient number by 30 Nov 2014. On confirmation of your booking, CBT Holidays will reserve your place on your selected tours. It is your responsibility as the customer to check the accuracy of your booking and travel dates on receipt of you travel documents. 2. Deposit and final payment All clients are required to complete the booking form and have them sent to CBT Holidays to start the reservation. To confirm the reservation, you will be asked to send us a deposit of $1000 per person by 30 Sep 2014. The full amount of deposit will be refunded if we cancel the tour due to insufficient numbers. The balance of the tour payment must be received by 30 Nov 2014. If we do not receive the tour deposit or final payment by the due dates, we reserve the right to cancel the reservation. In the case of billing errors, we reserve the right to re-invoice with correct pricing. A late booking (once group air tickets have been issued) fee may apply. All group air tickets are with strict conditions of non-refundable, nontransferable and non-changeable. 3. Ticketing All group air tickets are with strict conditions of non-refundable, non-transferable and nonchangeable. Flights may be ticketed once deposit payment is on file to avoid airfare surcharges or additional tax increases levied by the airlines. Many airlines have strict upgrade policy; not all booking classes are upgradable to premium economy or business class. Please check with us when making your reservation. You may need to pay extra for certain upgradable booking class. 4. Cancellations and cancellation fees Cancellations are very costly and usually do not occur in time for re-sale of the cancelled tour. All cancellations for refunds must be in writing, posted or faxes to CBT Holidays by the identified dates below: Initial deposit is non-refundable. Cancellation before 30-11-2014 - nil refund of deposit. Cancellation between 1-12-2015 and 31-1-2015 - refund 70% of total tour cost. Cancellation between 1-2-2014 and 28-2-2015 refund 30% of total tour cost. Cancellation on or after 1-3-2015 - no refund of tour cost will be made. Registration fees payable with the balance of tour fees by the 31-12-2014 is non-refundable. If cancellation made after air tickets issued will subject to airlines and supplier cancellation fee + CBT Holidays service fee ($100 pp). CBT Holidays reserves the right to cancel the tour and the only responsibility of CBT Holidays will be to refund the amounts received for the tour reservations. Any rescheduling of the tour is subject to situations in the countries concerned. All tour itineraries are subject to minor change upon local arrangement. 5. Insurance There is no insurance coverage in our tour price; Insurance is compulsory in this tour in additional cost to cover against any cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before you travel. Insurance brochure will be sent to you. If you don’t take out your travel insurance with CBT Holidays, evidence of your travel insurance must be provided before 20-3-2015 6. Amendment fees A fee of $100 per transaction will apply for any alteration or amendment made to a confirmed reservation. Airline penalties may also apply. A change to traveler name after air tickets have been issued will be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees apply. 7. Travellers who need special assistance You must report any disability on the booking form at the time of reservation. CBT Holidays will assist the special needs of the less mobile travelers, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so. We regret that we cannot provide any individual assistance to a tour participant during the tour, so a qualified companion must accompany travelers who need such assistance, who must take total responsibility for the handicapped participant on the whole tour. 8. Baggage allowance Due to limited coach capacity, single bag should have dimensions not exceeding 76x53x28cm and weight not exceeding 23kg. Only one piece of luggage per person allowed. No extra luggage will be allowed when on coach tour. Please refer to the air tickets for the airline baggage allowance. 9. Price Guarantee All prices are in Australian dollars based on twin share and subject to change without notice due to increases of airfares, hotel accommodation charges or currency exchange rate fluctuations. However, the tour prices are guaranteed for those who have paid their full payment, but exclude any Government/airport tax increases. 10. Visas & Passports A valid national passport is needed for all tours. Please make sure that your passport is at least valid for 6 months from date of travel into each country, hence your passport will not expired before 10 April 2015 and is machine readable one. Visa is required for Visa is not required to France for Australian passport holder for a stay as per our itinerary. 11. Items not included in the tour price Those airport taxes and fees which need to be purchased on spot; passports and vaccinations; unscheduled meals and interstate travel from any place to departure city; laundry, beverages; travel insurance; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature. dangers may arise beyond our control including, but not limited to, the hazards of traveling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft or other means of transportation; the forces of nature, political unrest and accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. CBT Holidays will not have liability regarding provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. It is understood that CBT Holidays will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken. 14. Limitations of Responsibility CBT Holidays (hereinafter referred to as the Company) is responsible to you in making arrangements for the tour services offered in this brochure, including transportation, sightseeing, and accommodations. The carriers, accommodation providers, and other suppliers providing tour services are independent contractors and are not agents, employees, or servants of, or joint ventures with, the Company or its affiliates. All certificates and other travel documents for tour services issued by the Company are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the suppliers, and to the laws of the countries in which the services are supplied. If, after tour departure, the services included in the tour cannot be supplied, or there are changes in an itinerary for reasons beyond the control of the Company, the Company will arrange for the provision of comparable services. Any resulting additional expense will be payable by travelers and any resulting saving will be refunded by the Company to tour participants. The tour participant agrees that the Company shall not be liable for any damage, loss (including personal injury, death, and property loss) or expense occasioned by any act or omission of any supplier providing tour services, or any insurer or insurance administrator or of any other person. Legal proceedings against the Company may be instituted only in a state or federal court with the State of New South Wales, and any claim involved in such proceedings shall be decided in accordance with the laws of the State of New South Wales. Any legal proceedings against the Company must be commenced within one year following the date of tour completion. The Company shall not in any case be liable for other than compensatory damages, and you hereby waive any right to punitive damages. 15. General Please note that no airlines or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of the brochure represents themselves either as contracting with or any other legal relationship with any such purchaser. 16. Credit Payment Visa or Master Card accepted for this tour without extra, but 3% extra apply for American Express Card on top of the tour fee. 17. Trade name CBT Holidays 12. Service inquiries after the tour If after returning from the tour, you wish to inquire about any tour services provided, please ensure that all correspondences relating to those services is received by CBT Holidays (address below), within 30 days of the tour completion date. This will enable CBT Holidays to make a timely investigation. CBT Holidays will not be liable for any claims made 30 days after the tour / service completion. 13. Safety Please be aware that during your participation in tours operated by CBT Holidays, certain risks and A tour division of China Bestours Current address: Suite 2, level 8, 99 York Street, Sydney 2000 Tel: (02) 9262 1555 Fax: (02) 9262 2833 18. Postal Address: CBT Holidays PO Box Q1796 Queen Victoria Building NSW 1230
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