Mar 5

Arrive in Colombo via international flight. Pass through immigration and customs formalities and proceed to the General Arrivals Hall where you will be met by your National Guide who will accompany you throughout your stay in Sri Lanka.\n\nTake ad...

Check in to the Courtyard by Marriott Colombo for the night on a Bed & Breakfast basis.

This afternoon, depart to Kala Wewa (approx. 1 hour) for a Kayaking Excursion like no other. Situated in the heart of the ancient Anuradhapura region, Kala Wewa is a remarkable testament to Sri Lanka's early engineering prowess and natural beauty....

En route to Kandalama, stop to visit the iconic Dambulla Cave Temple — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A vast isolated rock mass where King Valagamba took refuge in the 1st century BC, later turning the caves into a rock temple. Some of its frescoes...

Two nights at Amba Yaalu Kandalama on a Half Board basis (breakfast and dinner included).

After your climb, take a short drive to a temple (approx. 45 min) to take part in an Alms Giving Ceremony for a group of monks in a rural monastery. A sacred tradition deeply woven into Sri Lanka's spiritual and cultural fabric — almsgiving (dāna)...

6:00AM

Early this morning at approx. 06:00 AM, after tea/coffee, head out to conquer the Sigiriya Rock Fortress (approx. 20 mins) — a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by King Kashyapa (477–495).\n\nThe "Lion Rock" is a citadel of unusual beauty rising 20...

This afternoon, drive towards Mihintale (approx. 1 hour) for a spiritual journey as you discover the form of meditation. Just off the sacred grounds of Mihintale rock, witness ancient Sinhalese hydro engineering at the 'Kaludiya Pokuna' pond compl...

En route to Kandy, discover time-honored village crafts passed down through generations. This immersive excursion introduces you to local artisans specializing in traditional lacquerware painting and natural thatching techniques, still practiced u...

Stop in Matale to visit a Private Spice Garden. Sri Lanka is the capital of a rich variety of spices — Fragrant Clove, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Mace, Pepper, Cocoa and Vanilla among others. You will learn how different spices are grown during t...

End your day with a guided stroll through Kandy's historic heart, discovering its winding streets, colonial architecture, and hidden gems as a local host brings the city's stories to life. Wander through vibrant markets and the Tooth Relic Temple,...

Two nights at Thilanka Kandy on a Half Board basis (breakfast and dinner included).

Following an early breakfast, visit Chandani, a local artist, in her humble home accessed by walking through a working Tea Plantation. Chandani is a mother who supports her family with her creative gift of artistry — involved in painting on fabric...

Meet your host Chami at his humble home nestled in the hills of Kandy. You get the unique opportunity to have a hands-on cooking experience — beginning with a visit to a local market to select the best fresh produce, then proceeding to the mud hut...

After lunch, visit Master Ruwan, a guru of the ancient Kandyan art of dancing and drumming. Traditional Kandyan dances include the cobra dance, mask dance, and the Ginisila (showing power over fire). The entire frenetic and colourful spectacle cli...

After checkout, drive to Nuwara Eliya (approx. 3 hours) — the 'Little England' of Sri Lanka. Visit a working Tea Factory to learn the history of Ceylon Tea, including tea plucking techniques, drying, cutting, rolling, and fermentation. You'll also...

Board the local train at Ambewela Railway Station for one of the most picturesque rail journeys in the world. The train ascends along winding tracks into the home of famed Ceylon Tea, with rolling hills turning into a carpet of velvety green plant...

One night at Pinnacle Ella on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the cult-favorite Café Chill (at your own expense).

Visit the Craft Tunnel — a pottery experience designed by expert Studio Potters who guide every participant step by step. Learn hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques under the expert hands of Master Potter Ajith Perera, who champions mindful...

8:00AM

Depart at 08:00 AM on a two-hour drive to visit the Elephant Transit Home in Udawalawe for the 10:30 AM feeding. This unique conservation center is located neighboring Udawalawe National Park, established in 1995 with the primary mission to rescue...

Three nights at Mosvold Villa, Ahangama, on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Visit a Cinnamon Plantation and learn about the story of Ceylon Cinnamon — the finest cinnamon in the world, with Sri Lanka responsible for over 70% of global production. You will see the process of cinnamon peeling and how cinnamon quills are pac...

Visit the iconic Stilt Fishermen along the Southern coast. Stilt fishing — known locally as 'Ritipanna' — is a traditional fishing method where fishermen fish from a narrow pole tied to a stick installed on the seabed. Get to know the fishermen an...