This Geoffrey Bawa discovery tour will take you on a journey of Bawa’s greatest works, and along the way you will have exciting encounters with wildlife, visits to historic attractions and plenty of delicious cuisines!
Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa built many structures during his illustrious career including houses, hotels, offices, a pleasure garden, a university and even the Sri Lankan Parliament, which stands in the middle of a lake. His fascination with spaces, water and the use of local resources led to the birth of his concept – Tropical Modernism – which is now found all over the world. During this tour of Bawa’s greatest works, you will see this theme used effectively and cleverly, resulting in some marvelous creations. You will also get to explore significant cultural sites like the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, the hill capital Kandy, the eclectic Galle Fort, and also head off on a safari for some exciting encounters!
Your accommodation will consist of handpicked hotels, designed to minimize time spent in travel, so that you can have the maximum time to focus on your Geoffrey Bawa tour and enjoy your hotel, destinations, and the amazing cuisine in the area.
AM: On arrival, transfer from the Airport to Colombo. Before checking into the hotel, we begin your Bawa architecture tour with a visit to Bawa’s residence, No. 11.
PM: Head over for lunch at The Gallery Cafe. After a delicious lunch and a tour of the exquisitely designed premises, you will be taken over to visit the Seema Malaka, a delicate floating Buddhist temple created by Bawa with echoes of Tropical Modernism. Thereafter, you will go for a quick tour of Independence Square and the colonial buildings of the Colombo Fort area. Finally you head back to the boutique villa for your dinner and overnight stay.
AM: Following breakfast, head towards Sigiriya. Visit Heritance Kandalama prior to heading of to your stay.
PM: Check-in at the hotel in Sigiriya. In the evening head to Sigiriya Lion Rock and ascend the towering monument. You will later be picked-up and transferred back to the hotel for your night’s stay and dinner.
AM: After breakfast, head to Kandy, enroute visit the Dambulla Cave Temples.
PM: Check-in at the hotel in Kandy. In the evening visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic followed by a cultural dance show. After the show, walk around the city. You will then be picked-up and transferred back to the hotel for your night’s stay.
AM: After an early breakfast, head towards Udawalawe. En route visit Gampola. Visit 3 ancient temples.
PM: Check-in at the campsite and at 2:45 PM, enjoy a half-day jeep safari at Udawalawe National Park. Return to your stay for dinner. A complimentary night walk can be conducted after dinner. [Subject to clearance by the camp team and Park rangers]
AM: After breakfast, you will drive off to Bentota. Visit the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home before leaving the town. En route, stop by at Galle. Visit the Dutch Galle Fort, Dutch church, Jetwing Lighthouse Hotel and Ruhunu University.
PM: After a scrumptious lunch at the Galle Fort, you will be driven off to Bentota. Overnight stay at the hotel. AM: After breakfast, spend the morning at leisure.
PM: In the evening visit the Lunuganga and Brief Gardens and have tea at the garden. Return to the hotel for your overnight stay. AM: Check-out and head towards the airport for your departure flight. Once you arrive in Colombo, You can be taken over for a Colombo City tour before reaching the airport
PM: Drop-off at the airport. Tour completionYou may see the hotels which we have handpicked for you under each accomodation style. However, there are hundreds of other alternative properties for you to select if you wish to and you may mix and match hotels in different categories as well.
If you’re looking for a no-frills stay that’s easy on the wallet, and love to spend time with locals and explore the surroundings at your own pace, this is the perfect choice for you. This hotel style is wonderfully cosy, unique, mostly owner-run and provides you with a more personalised service.
This urban boutique hotel combines eco-friendly principles with contemporary design. Located in the heart of the city, it offers a chic, artistic sanctuary with unique rooms, an industrial-style bar, and Asia's first carbon-neutral status.
A serene lakeside retreat in Sri Lanka's cultural triangle, this 5-star resort is nestled within 27 acres of lush, man-made forest. Guests can enjoy elegant chalet-style rooms, a large outdoor pool, and unique dining experiences.
A serene lakeside retreat in Sri Lanka's cultural triangle, this 5-star resort is nestled within 27 acres of lush, man-made forest. Guests can enjoy elegant chalet-style rooms, a large outdoor pool, and unique dining experiences.
For an authentic safari adventure, this camp offers well-equipped tents with private bathrooms on the border of Udawalawe National Park. Guests can enjoy a classic glamping experience, with delicious food and a campfire under the stars.
Originally designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, this stylish boutique hotel is a masterpiece of tropical modernism. Situated on a private beach, it offers a serene, elegant stay with two swimming pools and lush gardens.
Sri Lanka is a nation where religion and culture occupy an important place in the day-to-day lives of the local people. It is important to be aware of the customs and practices that are particular to the location you are visiting, so here are a few general tips to keep in mind during your travels. Your chauffeur will assist you with more detailed information.
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