Day 1 & 2Upon arriving in Sri Lanka, transfer directly to Heritance Kandalama located in the Cultural Triangle in the North central region. Sri Lanka's famous cultural triangle offers plenty to fire both mind and body over the next two days. The ruined capital of Polonnaruwa, the lion rock of Sigiriya and Dambulla’s Buddhist Cave Temples are all UNESCO world heritage sites and are included in your package. Explore these three cultural sites, all set in beautiful scenery, at your own pace, planning your days with the assistance of our expert drivers. You might also consider a safari at Minneriya National Park when you visit Polonnaruwa or an adventurous elephant trek at Habarana.

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 to Colombo for your final night and check into the Galle Face Regency wing of the Galle Face Hotel overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean. This is an ideal base from which to explore Colombo including its Colonial history during the Portuguese, Dutch and the British periods in Sri Lanka. Interesting sites include the Fort and Pettah, the capital’s largest bazaar, several old Dutch churches, the National Museum and the Dutch Museum. The capital is also famous for its shopping, especially Paradise Road, Barefoot and Odels. Golfers will enjoy the Royal Colombo Golf Club, a short 15-minute drive.