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Colombo sits close to some of Sri Lanka's famed tropical destinations. Apart from its monasteries and beach towns, Sri Lanka is also home to mesmerizing hills, dingy forests and lakes. Drive for less than three hours and get to Kandy, famed for its proximity to the Knuckles range and the Hanthana mountains. Hit Nuwara Eliya, a city of hills enclosing stunning vistas and misty weathers, within a six hour reach from Colombo. Wherever you choose to go around Colombo, you are sure to take home an unforgettable experience!
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Kandy
From Colombo  160 km  2 hrs 40 mins
  • Home to the "Temple of the Tooth " relic, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Major cultural and commercial hub
  • Highest elevated city in the island
  • One of the world's most revered centers for Buddhism
  • Well known circle of restaurants in the city
  • Famous for it's cultural festivals, which give travelers an idea about Sri Lankan cultural heritage.
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7.4 Good
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INR 9712
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INR 6854
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INR 7153
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INR 8418
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INR 7165
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INR 6070
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Nuwara Eliya
From Colombo  165 km  3 hrs 30 mins
  • Known for it's architecture from the Colonial period
  • Fondly known as "Little England"
  • Beautiful Botanical and Tea gardens
  • A major golfing paradise
  • Home to some of the well known heritage clubs and restaurants of Sri Lanka
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8.9 Fabulous
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INR 15866
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INR 12108
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INR 9280
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Ella
From Colombo  204 km  4 hrs 10 mins
  • Aromatic Tea plantations
  • Trekking paradise
  • Rich flora and fauna
  • A comfortable climate through the year enabling ceaseless tourism
  • Some of Sri Lankan's well known hill side retreats and peaks can be found here
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Ooty-Nilgiris
From Colombo To Coimbatore 1 hr 5 mins -
  • Tea & Eucalyptus Plantations!
  • Also known as 'Queen of Hill stations'
  • Enjoy Tamil Sapad & homemade chocolates
  • Take home some Eucalyptus oils or flavored teas.
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Fortune Hotel Sullivan Court, which is 2.4 km from Rose Garden, houses multi-purpose halls, restaurant, bar, gym and massage center.
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Fortune Hotel Sullivan Court, which is 2.4 km from Rose Garden, houses multi-purpose halls, restaurant, bar, gym and massage center.
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Fern Hill, A Sterling Holidays Resort is nestles amidst green fern plants overlooking the lovedale valley. The property lets you luxuriate and relax with good old-fashioned pampering.
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Fern Hill, A Sterling Holidays Resort is nestles amidst green fern plants overlooking the lovedale valley. The property lets you luxuriate and relax with good old-fashioned pampering.
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Just 15-20 minutes drive from Ooty Railway Station and Bus Stand. Hotel Sinclairs offers restaurant, bar, conference hall, gym , spa and more.
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Just 15-20 minutes drive from Ooty Railway Station and Bus Stand. Hotel Sinclairs offers restaurant, bar, conference hall, gym , spa and more.
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Get away from the daily grind and find yourself engulfed by the greenery of the Nilgiris while you're at the Fairstay Holiday Resort. It is located close to many tourist attractions but at the same time ensures that your stay is private and serene.
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Get away from the daily grind and find yourself engulfed by the greenery of the Nilgiris while you're at the Fairstay Holiday Resort. It is located close to many tourist attractions but at the same time ensures that your stay is private and serene.
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Located in proximity to the Race Course, Club Mahindra Derby Green is a premium accommodation facility that justifies its 4 star status with exceptional services and modern facilities.
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Located in proximity to the Race Course, Club Mahindra Derby Green is a premium accommodation facility that justifies its 4 star status with exceptional services and modern facilities.
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Nestled amidst beautiful landscape, minutes away from the Ooty railway station, Savoy hotel is a 4 star property. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the hotel ensures a pleasant sojourn to guests.
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Nestled amidst beautiful landscape, minutes away from the Ooty railway station, Savoy hotel is a 4 star property. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the hotel ensures a pleasant sojourn to guests.
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Kodaikanal
From Colombo To Coimbatore 55 mins -
  • Also called the Princess of the Hillstations
  • Time to visit: April to June or August to September
  • Well known for the Kurinji shrub, that blooms once every 12 years
  • Walk down Coakers walk
  • See the Sacred Heart Natural Science Museum
  • Taste all natural plum and peach icecream
  • Buy flavoured kodai cheese, chocolates and more!
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The Carlton is the only 5-star Hotel on this beautiful Hill station, Kodaikanal located on the lip of the lake, 'Out of this world' will perhaps describe this breathtaking hill station nestled 7200 ft above sea level. The Carlton stands majestically at the edge of the idyllic Kodai Lake with its colonial charm, stately rooms and pristine terrace gardens overlooking the scenic lake, In - house activities, particularly the leisurely boating on the authentic Kashmiri Shikara, were thrilling. And over twenty scenic spots in Kodai spurred our wanderlust.
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The Carlton is the only 5-star Hotel on this beautiful Hill station, Kodaikanal located on the lip of the lake, 'Out of this world' will perhaps describe this breathtaking hill station nestled 7200 ft above sea level. The Carlton stands majestically at the edge of the idyllic Kodai Lake with its colonial charm, stately rooms and pristine terrace gardens overlooking the scenic lake, In - house activities, particularly the leisurely boating on the authentic Kashmiri Shikara, were thrilling. And over twenty scenic spots in Kodai spurred our wanderlust.
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Lilly's Valley is a uniquely beautiful resort set amid terraced gardens on three acres of wooded land, ringed by towering eucalyptus trees. It is a keeper of the old Kodaikanal tradition with its 21 traditional stone cottages that are constructed in the colonial British style and handcrafted woodwork detailing throughout. It is a rare resort with an eco-focus that promises home like comfort amidst mystic splendor.
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Lilly's Valley is a uniquely beautiful resort set amid terraced gardens on three acres of wooded land, ringed by towering eucalyptus trees. It is a keeper of the old Kodaikanal tradition with its 21 traditional stone cottages that are constructed in the colonial British style and handcrafted woodwork detailing throughout. It is a rare resort with an eco-focus that promises home like comfort amidst mystic splendor.
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Fairway Inn is a one of its kind homestay that is located within walking distance from the Kodaikanal Lake. It offers a rare combination of seclusion, beauty and a chance to take back ever lasting memories.
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Fairway Inn is a one of its kind homestay that is located within walking distance from the Kodaikanal Lake. It offers a rare combination of seclusion, beauty and a chance to take back ever lasting memories.
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Elephant Valley, Eco Farm Hotel is a 100 acres nature reserve and organic farm welcoming eco-tourists and nature lovers all year round. Elephant Valley is the last settlement on the border of the National Forest which extends into wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala. It is uniquely situated on an elephant migration route that is centuries old.
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Elephant Valley, Eco Farm Hotel is a 100 acres nature reserve and organic farm welcoming eco-tourists and nature lovers all year round. Elephant Valley is the last settlement on the border of the National Forest which extends into wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala. It is uniquely situated on an elephant migration route that is centuries old.
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Overlooking Kodai lake, Sterling Holidays - Kodai By The Lake is a charming resort exuding English countryside elegance.
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Overlooking Kodai lake, Sterling Holidays - Kodai By The Lake is a charming resort exuding English countryside elegance.
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Boasting of some unique architecture overlooking a valley, Sterling Holidays - Valley View is an ideal destination for recreation and business in the Princess of hill stations.
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Boasting of some unique architecture overlooking a valley, Sterling Holidays - Valley View is an ideal destination for recreation and business in the Princess of hill stations.
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