Day 1 & 2Upon arriving in Sri Lanka transfer directly to the Cultural Triangle village of Sigiriya where you will stay three nights at Vil Uyana, a brand new boutique hotel situated just minutes away from the magnificent Sigiriya rock fortress. Explore Sri Lanka's ancient kingdoms – the lion rock of Sigiriya and Dambulla’s Buddhist Cave Temples – all UNESCO protected World Heritage Sites.

Day 3 & 4The journey from the cultural triangle to Sri Lanka's hill capital - the small lakeside city of Kandy - will occupy most of the morning. The city of Kandy is steeped in history and culture. Interesting activities here include a visit to the Temple of the Tooth where a sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha is enshrined since 4th Century A.D. The temple has decorative walls, a golden roof and fine woodwork. Religious services (pooja) are held daily at dawn, mid-day, and in the evening where guests can participate. The services are accompanied with traditional music and drumming. We also recommend a visit to Peradeniya’s Royal Botanical Gardens with over 60 hectares of tranquil, immaculately designed lawns, borders, pavilions and plant houses.

Travel on to Pussellawa for a two nights stay at the Lavender House, a stunning five-bedroom tea planter’s bungalow situated on a working tea plantation midway between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya. Explore the surrounding Helboda Tea estate and tea factory where you will gain insight into the manufacturing process as well as an opportunity to taste the different grades of hill country tea.

Day 5Travel back towards the north-west coast for your final night. We recommend The Wallawwa in Kotugoda, a brand new boutique hotel and spa housed in a refurbished colonial bungalow situated just minutes from the international airport. Relax and unwind before your long journey back home.