Explore Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage on a 14-night journey through fascinating historical towns.

Day 1 – On arrival, check-in to the historic Wallawwa for an overnight stay in a Garden Suite on bed and breakfast basis. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with complimentary tea served on the veranda, and ‘Social Hour’ featuring complimentary drinks.

Day 2 – After breakfast today, you’ll embark on a guided tour of the island’s capital, Colombo with a resident host who will share insights to Colombo’s unique culture, influenced by the symbiotic relationship between all four major religions of the island.

Day 3 – Today, you’ll spend the morning exploring Negombo, famously known as ‘Little Rome’. Strongly influenced by its historic Portuguese occupation, it was one of the first towns in Sri Lanka to embrace Catholicism. This guided walk is quirky, and covers key landmarks, giving you a glimpse of everyday life in Negombo. Return to Wallawwa and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

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Day 4 – Travel from Wallawwa to Goatfell in the hills, with stops at UNESCO Kandy for a visit to the Temple of the Tooth and lunch at The Empire Café. Check-in to Goatfell for a two-night stay in a Concordia Bedroom on All Inclusive basis, in time for evening sundowners.

Day 5 – After breakfast today, you’ll take a self-guided trek on The Pekoe Trail stage which connects to the Pedro Estate Tea Factory, where you’ll be given a guided tour. Return to Goatfell for a late lunch, and relax before high tea in the afternoon.

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Day 6 – Spend a lazy morning at Goatfell before taking a train journey to Hatton. You’ll check into a Lakeview Bedroom at Camellia Hills for a three-night stay on All Inclusive basis.

The day is yours at leisure, with the option of a late night climb of Adam’s Peak (which is in season between December to May).

Day 7 – If you choose to embark on the early morning guided hike to Adam’s Peak for sunrise, you’ll arrive back at the bungalow mid-day, and can spend the rest of the day relaxing and enjoying the comforts of the bungalow.

Don’t miss sundowners at the bungalow viewpoint!

Day 8 – Today we’re taking you on a guided visit to the ‘Tea Leaf Centre’ to learn about the communities that work tirelessly to produce this special brew. Later In the day, take a scenic lake ride on a fisherman’s canoe.

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Day 9 – Today will be an early start as you travel to the south of the island to Lunuganga, the country estate of the renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa. Check into the stylish Gallery Studio on Bed and Breakfast basis for two nights.

Day 10 – Join a garden tour that tells the story of this magnificent 15 acre estate and its spaces, curated by Geoffrey Bawa over 40 years.

The rest of the day is yours to relax. You might like to enjoy sundowners at Bawa’s favourite G&T spot on the estate (optional).

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Day 11 – Transfer from Lunuganga to Fort Bazaar in UNESCO Galle, with a guided visit to a traditional Southern puppet museum on-route. Check-in to Fort Bazaar for a four-night stay in a Bazaar Bedroom on Bed and Breakfast basis. You’ll have plenty of leisure time in the afternoon, complimentary afternoon tea, and a ‘Social Hour’ at the bar.

Day 12 – Start the day with a morning walking tour of Galle Fort, followed by a whole day to relax.

In the afternoon, we’ll take you on a guided tour of Sooriya Handloom Weaving Mill, with a hands-on weaving experience.

Day 13 – The day begins with an active and scenic cycling trail through paddy fields in the south.

Head back to the hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure or take on a mask painting session with a local artist (optional). In the evening, we’ve got a special dinner featuring local beer.

Day 14 – Today, you’re in for a feast! The morning will be relaxed, followed by a traditional ‘Biriyani’ cooking class and lunch with a resident host. In the afternoon, visit the ancient Yatagala Rock Temple. After the temple, dive into the local bar culture at Unawatuna beach.

Day 15 – Transfer from Fort Bazaar to Colombo Airport, timed to ensure arrival at least 3 hours before the departure flight.

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Starts from USD *9,130 nett in total for 2 adults
*14 nights | 15 days

*Price is based on low season travel (May to June | September to
October)

*Price may reduce further based on applicable offers or increase based on seasonality and Government statutory changes

Featured special offers:
Journeys Exclusive: 20% off across all Teardrop Hotels as this Journey includes a minimum of 14 or more nights at 3 or more Teardrop Hotels. If the number of nights and/or Teardrop Hotels reduce, the offer would not be available.

Logistics & Guiding
*Private A/C Car & English-speaking chauffeur cum guide from day 1 to 15, along with associated fees –

• Chauffeur guide daily fees
• Chauffeur guide accommodation & meals
• Mileage
• Parking tickets
• Toll fees
• Cooler box, water, juices & snacks
• In-vehicle WiFi

Experiences

• Colombo’s Culture tuk tuk & walking tour with a local at 8am
• Walking tour of ‘Little Rome’ with a local at 8am
• Guided visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic of Buddha at 11.30am
• Guided visit to the ‘Tea Leaf Centre’, to learn the stories behind every cup of Ceylon Tea at 10am
• Private lake ride on a fisherman’s canoe at 3pm
• Guided visit to a traditional Southern puppet museum at approx. 10am
• Guided tour of the Sooriya Handloom Weaving Mill at 3pm, including a hands-on weaving experience
• Guided 12-km cycling trail through paddy fields at 8am
• Guided visit to the 2000-year-old Yatagala Rock Temple at 4.30pm
• Guided tour of Pedro Estate Tea Factory at 12.30pm. Note: Tea factory visits are not possible on Sundays, public holidays and special estate holidays (ex: during Sinhala & Tamil New Year’s season), as tea leaves are not plucked and processed on these days.
• Train journey: 1st, 2nd or 3rd class reserved tickets – Nanu Oya Station (1240) to Hatton Station (1345). Note: The train tickets are strictly subject to availability.
• Lunch (à la carte) at Ceylon Curry Club at 12.30pm, with unlimited orders on non-alcoholic beverages. Note: All alcoholic beverage purchases will be borne by the guest
• Lunch (à la carte) at The Empire Café at approx. 12.30pm, with unlimited orders on non-alcoholic beverages. Note: All alcoholic beverage purchases will be borne by the guest am
• High tea at 4pm, hosted by Goatfell
• Hoppers, local beef curry & Lion beer at 7pm, hosted by Fort Bazaar
• The art of traditional ‘Biriyani’ cooking with the resident chef at 11am, followed by lunch
• Guided (group) walking tour of Lunuganga gardens at 11am (complimentary)
• Group walking tour of UNESCO Galle Dutch Fort with a heritage guide at 7am (complimentary)
• Bungalow viewpoint sundowners at 5pm, hosted by Camellia Hills (complimentary)

Other:

All government taxes, levies and service charges.
Note: The featured Journey price is subject to change, in the event of future Government policy revisions to levies, taxes and/or tourism fees.

Value Additions:

Complimentary upgrade to the next room category/room type, subject to availability.

Not Included, but Available Special Offers:

• Early Bird: 10% off across all Teardrop Hotels for reservations made 90 days or more prior to the arrival date. Note: Not valid for stays between 14 Dec – 28 Feb.
• Stay-Pay: Stay 3 nights and only pay for 2 nights. Note: Not valid for stays between 14 Dec – 28 Feb.
• Last Minute: 30% off across all Teardrop Hotels for reservations made 30 days or more prior to the arrival date. Note: Not valid for stays between 14 Dec – 28 Feb.