Cultural Heritage
of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's Cultural Heritage
This journey encompasses six regions within Sri Lanka with a focus on Sri Lanka’s culture.
Commence your journey at The Wallawwa, a boutique property only 15 minutes drive from the airport and the perfect start to your trip following your long-haul flight. With its impressive gardens, enticing pool and the freshest of food on offer it is the ultimate location to relax.
Venture into Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle and check in for a three-night stay at Ulagalla, a 150-year-old village chieftains’ mansion. Enjoy your villa, the huge swimming pool, the monkeys that play amongst the trees in the garden and the horses that strut about the grounds. Visit the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura by tuk-tuk, climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress and be on the look out for Asian elephants at Minneriya National Park, home to the largest Asian elephant confluence in the world!
Travel south to Kandy, visiting the impressive Dambulla Cave Temples enroute. Home to old religious paintings on its walls and many golden Buddhas it a must see. In Kandy you will stay at Kandy House, a unique ancestral manor house located just outside of the hustle and bustle of the city. During your two-night stay explore the town of Kandy with your guide and visit Sri Lanka’s most religious relic, the Temple of the Tooth.
You will love
- Discover ancient cities & temples
- Wander amongst verdant tea plantations
- Travel by automobile, tuk tuk & train
- Learn from locals
- Explore the town of Galle
- Be as active or as relaxed as you wish
Let us design your perfect itinerary.
13 UNFORGETTABLE DAYS
DAY 1 | KOTUGODA | 1 NIGHT
Arrive in Colombo. Transfer toThe Wallawwa and enjoy the remainder of today at leisure – an opportunity to enjoy this iconic property.
DAY 2 | ANURADHAPURA | 3 NIGHTS
Road transfer to Anuradhapura, one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka (approx 4.5 hours). Your afternoon is at leisure to explore the sprawling 58-acre lush green garden & the historically significant, 150-year-old mansion at its centre.
DAY 3 | ANURADHAPURA
Take a tuk tuk ride through the ancient kingdom of UNESCO Anuradhapura today before experiencing an authentic ‘Kamatha’ meal – an epicurian adventure serving revered royal recipes in a pavillion in the centre of a rice paddy.
DAY 4 | ANURADHAPURA
This morning visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress where, as you climb, you can take time to enjoy the ancient frescoes in the caves in the cool of the morning. This afternoon visit Minneriya National Park home to the largest known wild Asian Elephant gathering, in one place, in the world!
DAY 5 | KANDY | 2 NIGHTS
Road transfer to Kandy (approx 2.5 – 3 hours). Enroute, stop to visit the Dambulla Cave Temples – a series of 80 caves containing many beautifully ornate Buddha statues & painted with intricate religious imagery. After lunch wander through a beautifully landscaped Sri Lankan Botanical Garden before checking in to Kandy House.
DAY 6 | KANDY
This morning enjoy a hosted Kandy Culinary Food Trail and a wander through Kandy town. Early in the evening head out to visit the Temple of the Tooth – a popular pilgrimage site where a relic of the Buddha’s tooth is housed and witness the nightly Thevava Pooja ceremony.
DAY 7 | HATTON | 2 NIGHTS
This morning you willl be delivered to Peradeniya Railway Station to board the train bound for Hatton. For the next 3 hours you will wind your way through astonishingly beautiful scenery. Your driver will meet you at the station and deliver you to your hotel. This evening enjoy a tea-infused dinner.
DAY 8 | HATTON
Participate in a guided Tea Factory Tour and hike through the aromatic tea gardens, hosted by a Tea Trails team member. Enjoy the fresh air and the stunning surrounding scenery.
DAY 9 | GALLE | 3 NIGHTS
Road transfer from Hatton to Galle (approx 5 hours). Upon arrival, the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure for you to soak up the stunning ambience of Amangalla – set within the centuries-old fortified enclave of Unesco-protected Galle Fort.
DAY 10 | GALLE
This morning, accompanied by a 5th generation resident of the Fort, you will explore the time capsule that is Galle Fort – narrow streets lined with old houses, churches, cafes & boutiques. Roam at leisure before returning to Amangalla for your 60 minute massage.
DAY 11 | GALLE
Meet a local Sri Lankan family and learn to cook traditional recipes before savouring your creations over lunch with your hosts. Later this afternoon explore a cinnamon estate & learn how this special spice is cultivated.
DAY 12 | BENTOTA | 1 NIGHT
Road transfer to Bentota (approx 1 hour), stopping for a guided walking tour of Geoffrey Bawa’s Lunuganga Gardens & the opportunity for lunch onsite before arriving at Villa Bentota. The remainder of your day is at leisure to enjoy this seaside retreat.
DAY 13 | END OF ITINERARY
Return to Colombo today (approx 1.5 hours). Pending the time of your departing flight you will be delivered to the airport or you may wish to add a day room or undertake a tour of Sri lanka’s capital.
PLEASE NOTE:
This itinerary provides the perfect framework for a spectacular tour, however it can be designed to suit your preferred pace, price and pursuits. Contact us for a tailormade journey.
NEED TO KNOW
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Start: Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Finish: Colombo, Sri Lanka
This itinerary provides the perfect inspiration for a spectacular journey & can be tailored to suit your style, pace, preferences and budget. Elements of this trip may vary based on your chosen season & dates of travel which may also present the opportunity to see & do even more!
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