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Dinner under the stars, a cozy get-together in a gypsy’s tent, drinks, music…all in the company of shepherds…what else can we ask for.
Up in the Jurd of Faraya, where you can touch the sky, be prepared for an evening to remember. A tasty barbecued meal, with salad and potatoes will be prepared for you.
We will sit in a huge gypsy tent, decorated with colorful cushions and carpets. At the end of the meal, the music will fill the air. Just dance the night away!
Don’t miss this unique evening. Get the feel of shepherd’s life.
WHERE: Faraya / Jurd
2000 m above sea level
46 km from Beirut
WHEN: Friday, September 3
MEETING PLACE: The public garden of Jdeideh, facing Sagesse School @ 7:00 PM
PRICE: $40 per person including transport, guides, insurance, and dinner. (Please get the exact change to facilitate and speed up the registration process).
WHAT TO GET: Get a jacket because it gets cold at night.
VT members get a 20% discount on sports equipment and apparel found in all branches of Sports Experts.
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706. It is preferable to send an SMS from your mobile, giving your name and the event you wish to join in.
NB: Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur.
Ecotourism rules must be followed, otherwise personal accidents will not be accounted for by the insurance.
Regards,
Vamos Todos
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Rafting |
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RAFTING
You have two options:
Either a complete rafting weekend (Saturday and Sunday), or just a Sunday rafting trip.
To say farewell to the summer season, we’ll go on one last rafting weekend.
We are going to spend a memorable weekend together. It will be a camping weekend. One the site, there are two wooden bungalows, equipped with beds and blankets, and the rest will sleep in tents. The tents are equipped with mattresses and covers. You need to get your own sheets. There might be some mosquitoes, so it is wise to get insect repellent,
Bear in mind that Hermel is a remote rural place, where service is more or less primitive. Just be patient.
The rafting journey is going to be extended another 2 km. You will take the van to start rafting from further up the river. The trail ends at the Dardara Falls. It is easy for the beginners and for the advanced. A great time is guaranteed!
Unlike other rivers, Al-Assi offers enough water depth all year round. It is ideal for rafting. Be careful, for you will get wet! On the raft, wear your swimsuits with a T-shirt. Leave your cameras and mobiles in your tent.
The program for the weekend is as follows:
Saturday September 4
-Meet in Jdeideh Public Garden at 2:00 PM
-Arrive to Hermel about 5:30 PM
-Visit the 2amou3 in Hermel
-Visit the source of Assi River
-Visit the cave of Mar Maroun
-Check in the tents or bungalows and put your luggage
-Have a cozy evening around a bonfire, enjoying the company of a local villager who will play a traditional musical instrument.
-Have a good night’s sleep in preparation for the next day’s adventure. You can stay up all night if you wish, watching the wonderful night sky of Hermel (full of stars and constellations).
Sunday September 5
-Have breakfast from fresh and natural products.
-Go rafting on a wild adventure in the river! The ride is long; you will follow the white stream and cross 3 or more waterfalls that will pump high your adrenaline!
-Rest and then have lunch (trout and region specialties).
-Go back to Jdeideh parking, with happy memories of a truly unique weekend.
You will have the option to spend the whole weekend or join us only on Sunday.
If you want to join us only on Sunday, we will meet at 7:30 AM in Jdeideh. We will join the others in Hermel for a great rafting adventure, then we’ll have lunch and head back home.
Although this will be our last rafting weekend, you have the possibility to go rafting on your own anytime you wish. Call us to collect your tickets and we’ll provide all necessary preparations. All you need to do is go and have fun!
WHERE: Assi River
Hermel District
150 km from Beirut
WHEN: Saturday Sept 04 and Sunday Sept 05
MEETING PLACE: Saturday in Jdeideh Public Garden, facing Sagesse School @ 2:00 PM
or Sunday @ 7:30 AM
WHAT TO GET: Towels, swim suits, overnight change of clothes, and toilet essentials. A flashlight might come in handy.
VT members get a 20% discount on sports equipment and apparel found in all branches of Sports Experts.
PRICE:
a) For the whole weekend: $120 per person including transport, guides, insurance, raft instructor, rafting gear (helmet, life jacket, raft and oars), dinner, breakfast, lunch, accommodation.
b) Only for Sunday: $70 per person including transport, guides, insurance, raft instructor, rafting gear, and lunch.
(Please get the exact change to facilitate and speed up the registration process).
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706
Please register by Thursday, September 2
NB: Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur.
Ecotourism rules must be followed, otherwise personal accidents will not be accounted for by the insurance.
Regards,
Vamos Todos
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Turkey |
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IT’S TIME TO GO TO TURKEY
Turkey is a paradise of sun, sea, mountains, and lakes that offers the vacationer a complete change from stress and routine of everyday life. From April to October, most places in Turkey have an ideal climate, perfect for relaxing on sandy beaches or enjoying the tranquility of mountains and lakes.
Turkey also has a magnificent past, and is a land full of historic treasures from 13 successive civilizations spanning 10,000 years. Even if you spend only a short time in Turkey, you can see a lot of this great heritage.
There are many places to visit in Turkey, but due to limited time, we have chosen the main attractions mainly:
- Antakya: Antakya is one of the most interesting and entertaining cities in southern Turkey. The city is culturally diverse, with its mixture of Arab and Turkish speaking people, as well a Christian minority. The city seems to have its own architectural style. The ancient Assi River divides the city in half.
- Iskenderun: The administrative capital is Antakya. Iskenderun is also known as Hatay. Hatay is one of the most cosmopolitan provinces of Turkey, home to communities of various background and religions.
- Mount Taurus: Many armies marched through the pass in the Taurus Mountains. The pass was later named “Gates of Judas” by the crusaders.
- Cappadocia: Cappadocia is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Turkey. Cappadocia is well known for its rock churches that date to the period of the persecution and for its underground cities, amazingly intricate systems of tunnels cut into mountains of rock. There you will see:
• Goreme (Open Air Museum) is one of the earliest settlements in the area. Over 30 of the best-preserved churches of Cappadocia can be seen here. Most churches date from the 9th to 11th centuries and bear good examples of Byzantine mural paintings.
• Uchisar is a fortress-type settlement hewn into a high outcrop of rock. The view of the Cappadocian landscape from this location is truly unique.
• The Underground City of Kaymakli was cut out of volcanic tufa as deep as 300 feet during the period covering the 6th to the 10th centuries. It is possible to descend through seven floor levels of the city by means of a labyrinth of tunnels.
- Posanti: It is a small village in the mountains.
- Tarsus: Tarsus, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It was here that Cleopatra supposedly met Mark Antony. It was also the birthplace of St. Paul.
- Mersin: Mersin is the major commercial city and shipping port on Turkey’s Eastern Mediterranean coast.
Now that you have an idea of the main places to visit, here is the outline of the program:
You will spend 4 nights and five days in Turkey. The hotels will be 4 and 5 star hotels.
The travel will be by Pullman, to ensure a comfortable ride throughout the journey.
Tuesday, Sept. 7: Leave to Turkey.
- Gather in Antelias parking at 6:00 PM
- Leave at 6:30 PM
- Stop for a short rest in Tripoli.
- Rest in Maaret el Naaman in Syria.
Wednesday, Sept 8: Leisure day in Takseem / Mersin
- Visit the St. Peter’s Church in the rocks.
- Lunch is at your own.
- Check-in and rest.
- Free time for shopping and a tour in Antakya.
- Dinner in hotel.
- There are many night clubs in Turkey for those who wish to experience some night life.
Thursday, Sept. 9: Iskanderun – Mount Taurus
- Wake up at 6:00 AM.
- Breakfast at 6:30 AM.
- Leave at 7:00 AM to Iskenderun. Visit the place of Ataturk and walk along the beautiful seaside pedestrian street.
- Continue to Mount Taurus.
- Lunch is at your own.
- Leave at 4:30 PM to Cappadocia.
- Check-in the hotel.
- Dinner in hotel.
Friday, Sept. 10: Cappadocia – Kaymakli – Gerome
- Wake up at 7:00 AM.
- Breakfast at 7:30 AM.
- Visit the underground city Kaymakli. There will be some hiking there.
- Visit the caves in Uchisar.
- Lunch is at your own.
- Visit the city of Goreme. There, you will also find industries of carpets, pottery and leather.
- Dinner with a typical folkloric sahra.
- Also, there are many night clubs for those of you who wish to explore.
Saturday, Sept. 11: St. Paul - Mersin
- Wake up at 6:00 AM.
- Breakfast at 6:30 AM
- Leave the hotel at 7:30 AM
- Rest in Posanti.
- Go to Tarsus and see the house of St. Paul.
- Continue to Mersin.
- Check-in and rest in Hilton hotel . Spend the day at the beach and relax.
- Lunch is at your own.
- Stroll by night on the corniche of Mersin and visit ‘Sahat el Salam”.
- Dinner with an entertaining evening aboard a ship out at sea.
- Back to “Hilton” for overnight.
Sunday, Sept. 12: Return to Beirut
- Wake up at 6:30 AM.
- Breakfast at 7:00 AM.
- Leave the hotel at 7:30 AM.
- Stop for a short rest in Iskenderun.
- Cross the Turkish Syrian border.
- Lunch in Syria in “Ma3aret el Ne3man”.
- Cross the Syrian Lebanese border.
- Rest in Tripoli.
- Arrive to Jdeideh at 08:00 PM.
We will take care of the formalities, but you have to provide us with a passport that is valid for more than 6 months.
WHERE: Turkey
WHEN: From Tuesday evening, Sept 7…. till Sunday night, Sept 12.
WHAT TO GET: Overnight essentials, change of clothes, towel and swimsuit, sunscreen, cap, sunglasses, jacket…..and PASSPORT.
For your personal shopping, you need to get some money. It is best to exchange money at the Syrian Turkish border.
MEETING PLACE: Tuesday, September 7 @ 6:30 PM
The public garden of Jdeideh, facing Sagesse School
PRICE: $495 per person including transport, guides, insurance, breakfasts and dinners,
accommodation, entrance to the historical sites and custom charges.
Note:
• If you confirm registration and pay before Aug 15, you will get a discount and the price will become $475.
• Last day for registration is Aug 25
• An extra $150 will be charged if you want a single room.
• The passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
• Tips are not included in the price. At the end of the journey, a certain amount of money will be collected from the group to be given as tip.
• All drinks (water, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks) will be charged for separately. They are not included in the price.
CANCELATION POLICY:
• If you cancel your reservation before Aug 25 half the amount will be returned.
• Cancelation after Aug 25 will not be refunded.
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706
Regards,
Vamos Todos
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Hiking |
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Due to your increasing demand for Wadi Annoubine, we are going to take you there again. As said before, you’ll never get enough of that holy place.
Annoubine’s history dates back to the 6th century. It has monasteries and sanctuaries spread all over the gorge, in the form of caves or churches.
The view you get to see from the valley is beyond imagination. Once there, you get the feeling of peace and tranquility. The spiritual atmosphere reigns over the entire valley.
A Colombian hermit lives in this deserted valley.
There are many trails in this holy valley. Also, there are many caves and monasteries, which simply cannot all be visited in one hike.
This Sunday, we will visit Deir Saidet Annoubine, St. Marina, Deir Mar Licha, Deir el Salib, and Saidet Hawka. We will pass through Hadath el Joubbeh and Hadchit (depending on the level of the hike).
Deir Saidet Annoubine:
This is one of the oldest Monasteries in Lebanon.
The monastery was built in a rocky pit, most probably by Byzantine emperor Theodos the Great in 379 – 395. The walls of the church dedicated to the Virgin Mary are decorated with mural paintings dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries. The monastery was rehabilitated in 1990 and is now used by the Antonine Sisters who welcome pilgrims to spend the night.
St.Marina:
The chapel of St. Marina now holds the tombs of eighteen patriarchs from the 15th to the 19th centuries. The chapel of St. Marina stands in the memory of a girl named Marina who entered Annoubine monastery disguised as a monk. (The whole story will be told during the hike).
Deir Mar Licha:
Deir Mar Licha is the birthplace of the Maronite Orders of Monks. It has a church in the cliff, and four small chapels built inside a natural cave, together with monk cells.
Deir el Salib:
It is built into a large cavity of the cliff. It is a double chapel that was once covered with frescos. Although the chapel is abandoned and ruined, you can still see remains of these frescos.
Saidet Hawka:
There you can see a tiny chapel in a huddle of caves and grottos with the barest remnants of fresco paintings. A Colombian hermit now resides there. We will have the chance to visit him.
Hadchit:
The name Hadchit comes from the Phoenician “new”. Only ruins are left of this part of the town.
The hike will be divided into four levels: level 4, level 5, level 6 and level 7.
LEVEL 4 will start from Hawka, visit the hermit, St. Marina, and Deir Saidet Annoubine. It is a great place to visit and you will have enough time to contemplate scenery and take pictures. Then you will meet with the other groups by the river for lunch. It is a lovely place, a breathtaking setting. After lunch, you will continue to Mar Licha. There will be some ascents and descents since the topography of the valley is quite steep. Be prepared!
LEVEL 5 will take the same trail as level 3, but after lunch, you will climb the cliff to reach Hadchit, and visit Deir el Salib. The hike will end in Hadchit village. The hike is quite demanding. There will be ascents to climb!
LEVEL 6 will start from Hadath el Joubbeh, go to Annoubine village, visit Deir Saidet Annoubine and St. Marina. You will meet the others by the river for lunch. It is a lovely setting that you won’t get enough of. After lunch, you will continue to Mar Licha. It is a tough hike with lots of ascents and descents. You must be well prepared to take this level.
LEVEL 7 will take the same track as level 6, but after lunch, you will climb the cliff to reach Hadchit, and visit Deir el Salib. Be prepared for a steep uphill hike!
WHERE: Qadicha Valley – Wadi Annoubine
In the region of Ehden
1200 m above sea level.
80 Km from Beirut
WHEN: Sunday, Sept 12
MEETING PLACE: The public garden of Jdeideh, facing Sagesse School @ 7:30 AM
There will be a breakfast stop along the way.
PRICE: 35,000 LL per person including transport, guides, insurance. (Please get the exact change to facilitate and speed up the registration process).
WHAT TO GET: Get some light snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits. Pack your backpacks with water, lunch, a cap, sunglasses and sunscreen. Don’t forget to get a jacket.
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706
NB: Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur.
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Vamos Todos
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Diving |
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“I can only think of one experience which might exceed in interest a few hours spent under water, and that would be a journey to Mars”.
William Beebe.
With Vamos Todos, you have already discovered many points of interest from sea level to the highest peaks: shores, rivers, valleys, mountain peaks and caves. Now is the time to explore the bottom of the sea!
Scuba Diving Discovery is for beginners. It introduces the concept of underwater expedition.
Scuba Diving Club in Tabarja is licensed to train and give certificates in this domain. All the equipment is new. Lessons are safe and enjoyable. We will join efforts with them to offer you this remarkable experience.
The discovery lesson is divided into two parts.
1- A presentation about the equipment and underwater life.
2- A 20 min dive at a depth of 5 to 6 meters to put theory into practice.
Scuba diving is a totally different experience. You will feel the calmness of underwater life, a stress free and meditative environment.
While waiting for your turn to dive, you can cool off in the swimming pool or take a swim in the sea. Also, you will go on a short boat ride in the bay, with a stop for a dip in the cool sea.
After all this excitement, a healthy meal will be served: ‘Plat du jour’ with meat or with chicken. The ‘plat du jour’ includes the main dish, a salad, one soft drink and dessert.
Don’t let any adventure go by untried. Live your life to the fullest!
“As a diver you are weightless and can move in all directions. You approach the freedom of a bird as you move in three dimensions in a fluid environment.”
WHERE: St. Paul, Tabarja
WHEN: Saturday, September 18
MEETING PLACE: St. Paul Tabarja, Scuba Diving Club @ 10:30 AM
WHAT TO GET: A swimming-suit (wear it under your clothes), towel, sunscreen, and other beach things you might need. For the ladies, get a T-Shirt to wear it over your swimsuit while diving.
VT members get a 20% discount on sports equipment and apparel found in all branches of Sports Experts.
PRICE: $60 per person including scuba diving lesson, equipment rental, lunch, insurance and boat ride.
(Please get the exact change to facilitate and speed up the registration process).
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706. It is preferable to send an SMS from your mobile, giving your name and the event you wish to join in.
NB: Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur.
Ecotourism rules must be followed, otherwise personal accidents will not be accounted for by the insurance.
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Vamos Todos
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Hiking |
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Our hike will be very special. The renowned Captain Aref Kodeih will be joining us to share with you his vast knowledge about the environment and its diverse flora and fauna.
Aref Kodeih is a nature lover. After 30 years as an outstanding pilot in the Lebanese Air Force, he decided to dedicate the rest of his life to his passion; protecting the environment in Lebanon. He is a winner of many awards, one of which is UN’s Award of the International day for the Eradication of Poverty.
We will walk together in one group. It will be a moderate hike, about 12 km long. There will be no ascents and you will enjoy the breathtaking scenery all along the track. You will see a diverse variety of trees such as Iron Oak, Cedars, Fir, Juniper, Oak, Pine…and many more.
The hike will start from Bat7et el Shouh. The mainly straight and downward trail will lead you to a beautiful Iron Oak forest. These trees are so tall, literary touching the sky. Then the next stop will be at a panoramic cliff where views just cannot be described! You will have the impression of flying and soaring above the whole area! From there, you will go to Akkar el Atika then to Zabbout where Canaanite tombs can be found.
You can refill your water bottles at the two water springs mainly Nabeh el Banet, and Nabeh Hmadi.
The hike will end in Nabeh Hmadi.
After the hike, we will go by bus to Morgan, a Lebanese restaurant atop a hill overlooking the whole region. A delicious meal will be a great way to end this memorable day.
WHERE: Karm Shbat - Akkar
North Lebanon
2000 m above sea level
155 km from Beirut
WHEN: Sunday, Sept 19
MEETING PLACE: The public garden of Jdeideh, facing Sagesse School @ 7:30 AM
PRICE: $40 per person including transport, guides, insurance, and lunch. (Please get the exact change to facilitate and speed up the registration process).
WHAT TO GET: Get some light snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits. Pack your backpacks with, water, cap, sunglasses and sunscreen. Don’t forget a light jacket because it gets cold in the shade. Wear hiking shoes or comfortable walking shoes.
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706. It is preferable to send an SMS from your mobile, giving your name and the event you wish to join in.
NB: Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur.
Ecotourism rules must be followed, otherwise personal accidents will not be accounted for by the insurance.
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Vamos Todos
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Hiking |
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Jibel el Arbeen is an area in Bekaasefrine / Donniye. It is one of the nicest hikes that can be done in this area. The views of most of Akkar plain, all of Donniye, Nabeh el Sikkar and vast plantations are clearly visible. From atop of the hill, you can get overwhelming views.
During this hike, you will see a wonderful cedar forest where enough time will be spent there to contemplate the beauty and have lunch.
The hike will be divided into two levels.
LEVEL 3 will start from Jibel el Arbeen and walk along a moderate trail passing through ‘Tem el Beer” before reaching the cedar forest where you will meet with level 6 for lunch. From there you will continue together to ‘Sahl el Njas’ then to “Maabour el Arbeen”.
LEVEL 6 will take the same trail as level 3 but with a longer and more difficult walk in “Tem el Beer”.
WHERE: Jibel el Arbeen-Jurd el Njas / Donniye
North Lebanon
1300 m above sea level
95 km from Beirut
WHEN: Sunday, October 3
MEETING PLACE: The public garden of Jdeideh, facing Sagesse School @ 7:30 AM
WHAT TO GET: Get some light snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits. Pack your backpacks with lunch, water, cap, sunglasses and sunscreen. Don’t forget a light jacket or a windbreaker. Wear hiking shoes or comfortable walking shoes.
PRICE: 40,000 LL per person including transport, guides, insurance. (Please get the exact change to facilitate and speed up the registration process).
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706. It is preferable to send an SMS from your mobile, giving your name and the event you wish to join in.
NB: Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur.
Ecotourism rules must be followed, otherwise personal accidents will not be accounted for by the insurance.
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Caving |
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Caving Day
We have had great caving adventures in the past. It is about time to redo it this season.
This caving activity is for beginners, designed especially to discover caving in an easy way.
We are going to Akoura, to the Cave of Roueis.
We are going to explore the underground. You will explore a large cave, and have time to rest inside it, having a warm drink and a snack to boost up your energy. Get tasty snacks and wine if you wish. A glass of wine will be just great in such a cool atmosphere!
The temperature in the cave is cool. It is 16 degrees all year round. Get a jacket to keep you warm.
Also, there are places where the water might get your feet wet. Wear an overall, old clothes and old shoes. Get a change of clothes just in case.
All the necessary equipment will be provided: helmets and torches. Professional guides will give you detailed information of how stalactites and stalagmites are formed. The tour of the cave will take around 1 ½ hours. You will see only the part that is easily accessible. The cave extends around 7.5 km, but you need to be professional cavers to roam it all! Maybe you’ll be able to expand your horizons in the near future!
Water drops create a unique sort of music in the cave. It is called “Symphony of the Cave”. If you close your eyes and listen, you will hear the wonders of nature. This symphony changes according to the season. WOW!
This activity is safe and suitable for everyone. Come on! Be adventurous. You’ll love it!
WHERE: Roueis
Akoura
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 09
WHAT TO GET: Pack your backpack with a light snack, water, dry clothes and socks. Wear hiking shoes or old comfortable walking shoes. Get a jacket along, because it gets cold in there.
VT members get a 20% discount on sports equipment and apparel found in all branches of Sports Experts.
MEETING PLACE: The public garden of Jdeideh, facing Sagesse School @ 2:00 PM
PRICE: 40$ per person including transport, guides, insurance, caving equipment.
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706. It is preferable to send an SMS from your mobile, giving your name and the event you wish to join in.
NB: Sometimes, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the program may occur.
Ecotourism rules must be followed, otherwise personal accidents will not be accounted for by the insurance.
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Sri Lanka Trip |
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SRI LANKA…..
Are you ready to discover an enchanted island, blessed with over a thousand treasures??
When the noted writer Sir Arthur C Clarke made his home in Sri Lanka in 1956, he claimed the island the jewel of the Indian Ocean and the best place in the world from which to view the universe.
Our trip to Sri Lanka will be really unforgettable. It will be diverse, with eco-tourism, city tours, nature adventure, cultural shows, tea tasting...and much more.
The main places of interest are the following:
Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage: The Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage was started in 1975 by the Department of Wildlife. There are only a few elephant orphanages in the world. Pinnawela has now become one of the biggest orphanages and is quite well known worldwide. At Pinnawela an attempt was made to simulate, in a limited way, the conditions in the wild. Animals are allowed to roam freely during the day and a herd structure is allowed to form.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress: Sigiriya (Lion's rock) is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin situated in the central Matale District, surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs, and other structures. It is a popular tourist destination. You get the best view of the jungle from the top.
Matale Spice Garden: Matale Spice Garden is Sri Lanka’s immortal soul. Here you’ll find in abundance the great scents, tastes and medicines that make Sri Lanka famous. Stroll around the fragrant greenery and through the cardamom groves in the shade of huge tropical trees and give your sense of smell a new lease on life. Sniff, see and learn about nutmeg, pepper, cloves, curry, cinnamon and many others at Matale, and experience the great riches of Sri Lanka’s cuisine and traditional Ayurveda therapy.
Temple of the Tooth: Located in Kandy, long a center of the Buddhist faith, the stunning 17th-century Temple of the Tooth is believed to house the left upper canine tooth of the Lord Buddha himself. This precious relic attracts pilgrims every day.
Nuwara Eliya: Nuwara Eliya (City of Lights), also known as 'Little' England', was the favorite hill station of the British who tried to transform Nuwara Eliya into a typical English Village. It is situated at 2000 meters above sea level and is surrounded by tea plantations.
Ella Adventure Park: On the border between the highland wet zone and the lowland dry zone, just downhill from the picturesque village of Ella are the two resorts of the Ella Adventure Park. Both resorts mainly cater for nature lovers and those aspiring to have a quiet, calm and peaceful journey in total harmony with nature.
Yala National Park: It is the second largest and most visited national park in Sri Lanka. YALA NATIONAL PARK, one of Sri Lanka 's premier eco tourism destinations. The park is renowned for the variety of its Wildlife and its fine coastline. It also boasts a large number of important cultural ruins. You will take a jeep safari to see all the wild animals.
Galle Fort: Galle Fort is the largest intact Dutch fort in Asia. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. Located facing the Indian Ocean in the town of Galle, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, Galle Fort is one of the best preserved examples of 17th century colonial fortifications in the world.
The program of our trip will be as follows:
Meet at Beirut Airport on November 11 at 6:00 PM. Departure on Qatar Airways at 8:00 PM.
Day 1: November 12
- Arrive to Sri Lanka
- Go to Pinnawela Elephant Orphange.
- Check in at Amaya Lake Hotel in Kandalama, dinner and overnight.
Day 2: November 13
- Bird watching
- Trekking in the jungle to the historic Aligala Caves (3rd century BC).
- Visit a local village around Kandalama
- Go to Sigiriya to climb the 5th century Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Visit the world-renowned frescoes of the “heavenly Maidens” of Sigiriya.
- Overnight and dinner at Amaya Lake Hotel.
Day 3: November 14
- Proceed to Matale.
- Visit a spice garden to see different spices for which Sri Lanka is famous for.
- Witness a cookery demonstration.
- Go to Kandy. Drive around the lake, visit the town, bazaar, the arts and crafts center, and a gem museum.
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
- Witness a cultural show.
- Overnight and dinner at Amaya Hills Hotel.
Day 4: November 15
- Proceed to a tea plantation and factory where the best tea in the world is produced. You will learn about the process of manufacturing tea, and how tea is graded. Also you’ll get to taste a cup of pure Ceylon tea.
- Go to Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s most popular hill resort.
- Overnight and dinner at Grand Hotel.
Day 5: November 16
- Go to Ella Adventure Park for a full day of activities: arial rope, slithering rope, monkey rope, and toddy tapper.
- Overnight and dinner at Ella Adventure Park (eco lodges).
Day 6: November 17
- Go to Yala
- Do a jeep safari of Yala National Park. It is home for wild elephants, wild boars, wild buffaloes, leopards, bears, deer and crocodiles.
- Overnight and dinner at Yala village.
Day 7: November 18
- Go to Galle. It was once the chief port of Ceylon. It is well known for hand-made lace.
- Visit Galle Fort, a world heritage site.
- Go to Kalutara to spend the rest of the day at leisure.
- Overnight and dinner at Ramada Kalutara.
Day 8: November 19
- Proceed to airport for departure.
- Arrive to Beirut at 7:10 PM (Qatar Airways)
Don’t miss it! It will be the trip of a lifetime!
WHERE: SRI LANKA
WHEN: Thursday, Nov 11 through Friday, Nov 19
WHAT TO GET: Overnight essentials, change of clothes, towel and swimsuit, sunscreen, cap, sunglasses, jacket…..and PASSPORT.
For your personal shopping, you need to get some money.
MEETING PLACE: Thursday, November 11 @ 6:00 PM
Beirut International Airport
PRICE: $ 1600 per person including airline ticket, transport by bus, guides, insurance, accommodation, breakfast, dinner, entrance to sites, visa, taxes.
• Round trip ticket BEY/DOH/CMB/DOH/BEY including all taxes.
• Accommodation in standard rooms on bed dinner and breakfast basis for 07 nights from breakfast on 13-Nov to breakfast on 19-Nov at hotels specified or of similar standard.
• Transportation by air-conditioned coach as per the above itinerary.
• Entrance fees to Elephant Orphanage, Sigiriya Entrance, Cultural Show, Kandy Temple, Botanical Gardens & Yala National Park.
• Cost of Yala Jeep & White watwer rafting.
• Cost of English Speaking National Guide
Price does not include lunch and tips
Note:
• If you confirm registration and pay before Sept 20, you will get a discount and the price will become $1550
• Last day for registration is Oct 05
• An extra $350 will be charged if you want a single room.
• The passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
CANCELATION POLICY:
• If you cancel your reservation before Sept 20, half the amount will be returned.
• Cancelation after Sept 30 will not be refunded.
RESERVATION: For reservation call 03-561174 or 03-720706
Upon registration the flowing must be provided:
1- The full amount of the trip.
2- A copy of your passport.
For the visa, you will need:
1- A passport valid for more than 6 months
2- Employment letter
3- 2 passport pictures
Regards,
Vamos Todos
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