Splendours of Sri Lanka

Late today, you’ll arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport, located near the charming fishing village of Negombo. On arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel, the Jetwing Lagoon.

Stay: Negombo, Jetwing Lagoon

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Relax overlooking Sigiriya Rock Fortress at Aliya Resort and Spa.

Today, venture to the World Heritage-listed Dambulla Cave Temple. Home to over 150 incredible Buddha paintings and statues, Dambulla is the largest and most well-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka. Explore the five sanctuaries, each containing ornate statues and ancient art relating to the life of Buddha. Later this afternoon, arrive at Aliya Resort and Spa, your home for the next two nights. Tonight, enjoy a special Sri Lankan Welcome Dinner.

Stay: Two Nights, Sigiriya, Aliya Resort and Spa

• Breakfast
• Dinner

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Stay for two nights at the peaceful Amaya Hills. Situated in the hilltops of Kandy, the hotel looks out to the green mountains of Hanthana.

This morning, visit the World Heritage-listed ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya. Rising 200 metres above the central plains, this spectacular geological formation was once home to an ancient civilisation. If you’re feeling active, climb the open staircases to the top of Sigiriya and take in the impressive views at its summit. Alternatively, visit the Sigiriya Museum. Take a guided tour of the area before departing for Kandy. En route enjoy lunch at a local spice garden. Later today, you will arrive in the historic city of Kandy. Here, depart on a guided tour of Kandy’s major sights, such as the World Heritage-listed Temple of the Tooth. Later, experience a traditional Sri Lankan cultural performance before continuing to your hotel.

Stay: Two Nights, Kandy, Amaya Hills

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Today you will visit the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya. Home to over 4,000 species of exotic flora and fauna, the gardens are renowned for their collection of beautiful orchids. You may choose to spend the rest of the day in Kandy exploring at your leisure or simply return to your hotel for an afternoon of relaxation.

• Breakfast
• Lunch

This morning, journey onwards to the lush, green hills of Nuwara Eliya. En route, visit one of the many famous tea plantations and factories. Here, learn all about the traditions behind the tea making while you sample some of the world’s finest Ceylon tea. This afternoon, take in a tour of Nuwara Eliya.

Stay: Nuwara Eliya, Araliya Green Hills Hotel

• Breakfast
• Lunch

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Take an enchanting train ride through tea plantations and picturesque hill country to Ella.

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Nestled amid splendid vegetation, enjoy both style and privacy at Jetwing Yala.

This morning, head to Nanu Oya to board a unique train for the journey to Ella (subject to availability). As you travel, take in the lush, green hill country. Later, continue to Yala where you’ll check in to your hotel.

Stay: Two Nights, Jetwing Yala

• Breakfast
• Dinner

Board a Jeep and venture out on a morning safari in Yala National Park. The park is home to over 32 species of mammals including elephants, crocodiles and sloth bears. Its star attraction, however, is the spectacular Sri Lankan leopard. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, or head out on an optional afternoon safari for a chance to see more of the park’s wonderful wildlife (additional expense).

• Breakfast
• Lunch