Sri Lanka deluxe trip

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to Hatton, beginning your Sri Lanka travel with a scenic ascent into the cool highlands of Bogawantalawa, known as the Golden Valley of Tea.

Stay at Ceylon Tea Trails, a collection of beautifully restored colonial bungalows set within a working estate. Enjoy guided walks through emerald tea fields, private tastings, hands-on plucking demonstrations, and unhurried afternoons immersed in the rhythms of plantation life.

Begin the day with a hearty breakfast before setting out on a guided walk along historic tea planter trails. Watch skilled tea pickers expertly select the classic two leaves and a bud, a practice refined over generations.

Continue to a working tea factory to observe the careful withering, rolling, and drying of single-origin leaves. Learn about different plucking and grading methods, then conclude with a guided tasting of distinctive Sri Lankan teas led by an expert.

Enjoy breakfast at the bungalow before a scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya, where tea-covered hills, cascading waterfalls, and crisp mountain air evoke a refined colonial charm. The town’s manicured gardens and misty lanes offer vibrant photo opportunities, visits to nearby tea estates, and relaxed strolls through its distinctive hill country setting.

For a more active morning, tee off at the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, a challenging course known for its rolling terrain, tight fairways, thick rough, and the memorable water hazard at the sixth hole.

Awake to a gentle colonial morning at Tea Trails, with tea served in bed by your butler. After breakfast, journey to Udawalawe National Park and set out on a safari near the Udawalawe reservoir.

The park’s vast 30,000 hectares are home to around 500 elephants, along with sambar deer, wild buffalo, sloth bears, crocodiles, monitor lizards, occasional leopards, and abundant birdlife.

Later, continue to the southern coast and unwind overnight in a Cape Weligama Residence at Cape Weligama Resort.

After breakfast, set out for a personalised whale watching experience in Mirissa, one of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka for marine encounters. Cruise across deep blue waters in search of blue, fin, and sperm whales, with excellent opportunities for unforgettable photographs from a stable catamaran.

With Sri Lanka’s growing focus on responsible ecotourism, Mirissa has become a leading location for ethical sightings. Your local guide will share insights and safety practices, ensuring a respectful and inspiring encounter with these ocean giants.

After a hearty breakfast, visit the renowned Handunugoda Tea Estate for an immersive plantation experience. Enjoy a guided tour of the estate and its tea museum, learn about the rare rituals behind white tea production, and observe traditional plucking techniques in the fields.

Conclude with tea and cake, including a tasting of premium white tea brewed with pure spring water. Stroll through the cinnamon and rubber plantations and, if you wish, enhance your visit with optional private experiences tailored to your interests.

Enjoy an early morning beach walk before continuing your Sri Lanka itinerary to Galle, where your private guide shapes the day around your preferred pace and interests.

Explore the UNESCO listed Galle Fort, Asia’s largest occupied fort. Wander its narrow cobbled streets and visit the iconic lighthouse. Pause at atmospheric cafés and restaurants tucked within the ramparts. Sweeping ocean views and well preserved Dutch colonial architecture bring centuries of history vividly to life.

Enjoy a full day of relaxed beachside living. Swim in warm waters, unwind on the sand, or try gentle water sports with equipment and local guidance arranged at your pace.

Enhance the day with a tailored experience such as a beachfront spa treatment, a guided sunset walk along the coast, or a private picnic by the waves. Your local host can personalize each detail to create an effortless and authentic seaside escape.

Transfer to Colombo, Sri Lanka’s vibrant commercial capital. On arrival, set out on a guided Ninebot self-balancing scooter tour, gliding through the city at an easy pace with plenty of photo stops along the way.

Discover highlights including the Dutch Hospital precinct, the Lighthouse and Colombo Port, Galle Face Green and Beira Lake.

Continue to Seema Malaka Temple and Gangaramaya Temple, then pass Park Street Mews, Viharamahadevi Park, the Cenotaph War Memorial, and the historic Colombo Race Course complex.

Wake at your own pace and choose how to spend the day. Indulge in a full body treatment at WHITE by Spa Ceylon to soothe body and mind, or enjoy a round at the Royal Colombo Golf Club, Sri Lanka’s oldest course, set within the city yet remarkably serene.

In the evening, dine at the historic Mount Lavinia Hotel, where refined cuisine and sweeping sunset views over the ocean provide a memorable finale to a day shaped entirely around you.

Discover Colombo at your own pace. Wander through the lively lanes of Pettah Market, admire colonial-era architecture, visit Gangaramaya Temple, or join a private culinary walk to sample fresh seafood and vibrant street food with a local guide.

If relaxation calls, unwind by the hotel pool, indulge in a bespoke spa treatment, or simply enjoy a quiet moment with a good book while your travel specialist seamlessly arranges transfers and timings around you.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, savouring the final flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine and reflecting on the memories of your journey.

When you are ready, your private transfer will escort you to the airport for your onward flight. Our team will assist with luggage and ensure a seamless, personalised farewell to your tailor-made Sri Lanka trip.