Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Negombo fish market and experience the lively atmosphere of one of Sri Lanka’s largest fish markets. Return to the hotel for a leisurely afternoon by the pool or beach. Dinner at the hotel.

STAY: Jetwing Beach.

Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Visit to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Transfer time: approx 2.5 hours. Continue to Habarana for the Hiriwadunna village tour, including a tractor ride, boat ride on the Hiriwadunna village tour, including a tractor ride, boat ride on the lake and tuk-tuk exploration. Arrive in Dambulla and check in.

STAY: Aliya Resort & Spa

Breakfast at 8am before checking out. Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock, approximately 1,200 steps, taking around 2 hours depending on pace. Difficulty: moderate to hard. Travel to Kandy with a stop at a Matale spice garden. Check in, then enjoy an evening city tour and visit to the Temple of the Tooth. Dinner at the hotel.

STAY: Kandy Myst by Cinnamon

Breakfast and check out. Travel approximately 30 minutes to the Stage 1 trailhead at Hanthana. Walk Hanthana to Galaha, 12.8km, approximately 4 hours. Difficulty: beginner. Transfer to Hatton, approximately 3 hours, and check in. Dinner at the hotel.

STAY: The Argyle

Breakfast at the hotel. Travel approximately 30 minutes to Norwood and begin Stage 8, the gateway to “The Golden Valley of Tea”. Climb the ridge separating two beautiful tea valleys and catch a glimpse of Adam’s Peak. Difficulty: moderate. Length: 15.8km, approximately 4 hours. Return to Hatton for dinner and overnight stay.

STAY: The Argyle

Breakfast and check out. Take the scenic train from Hatton to Ella, approximately 4 hours, with views of tea estates and waterfalls. Visit Nine Arch Bridge, then check in to 98 Acres Resort & Spa. Dinner at the hotel.

STAY: 98 Acres Resort & Spa.

Take tuk-tuks to the start of Section 15 of the Pekoe Trail and walk towards Ella Rock with views across the valley, approximately 9km, easy and optional. Return to the hotel for breakfast, then hike Little Adam’s Peak, difficulty moderate, approximately 1 hour depending on pace. Zipline on the way back. Tea factory tour included. Evening free in Ella.

STAY: 98 Acres Resort & Spa.

Breakfast, then drive approximately 3 hours to Gal Oya. Check in to Wild Glamping Gal Oya. In the afternoon, take a boat safari on Iginiyagala Lake for approximately 4 hours. Watch for elephants gathering around the water, birdlife, crocodiles and deer. Stop for a snack and tea with a lovely view. Dinner at the accommodation.

STAY: Wild Glamping Gal Oya

Breakfast at the accommodation. Monkey Mountain hike, travel time approximately 10 minutes. Discover Gal Oya on a trek to the top of Monkey Mountain, with panoramic views of the lush valleys. Duration approximately 4 hours. Difficulty: moderate to hard. Return to the glamping accommodation for a relaxing evening and dinner.

STAY: Wild Glamping Gal Oya

Breakfast and check out. Travel to Galle, approximately 5 hours. Check in to the deluxe Le Grand Galle. Visit Galle Dutch Fort, Sri Lanka’s famous historic landmark, with its Portuguese and Dutch influence, restaurants, bars and boutiques. Dinner is not included.

STAY: Le Grand Galle

Breakfast at the hotel. Take a scenic boat safari through peaceful mangrove lagoons, seeing local villagers harvesting cinnamon using traditional techniques and experiencing the coastal wetlands and wildlife. Duration approximately 2 hours.

STAY: Le Grand Galle

Breakfast and check out. Drive to Colombo, approximately 3 hours. On the way, stop at a turtle hatchery to learn about conservation, protected eggs, hatchlings and releases. Check in to 5-star Cinnamon Grand. Take the rest of the day at your own pace. Dinner is not included.

STAY: Cinnamon Grand

Check out of the hotel and transfer to Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, approximately 50 minutes. Your amazing Sri Lankan journey comes to an end.