Taste The Real Sri Lanka

From sampling the delicious flavors of street food to indulging in the ancient healing practice of Ayurveda, and even learning to make your own cup of tea, this tour is tailored to offer a diverse range of first-time experiences that will stay with you forever

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Experience the pinnacle of Ceylon's offerings.

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Sri Lanka, also known as Ceylon, is renowned for its exquisite tea and diverse cuisine. From fiery curries to sweet desserts, Sri Lankan cuisine is a reflection of the island's cultural diversity and history.

Using a variety of aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and local ingredients, Sri Lankan food is a feast for the senses that promises to tantalize your taste buds.

With influences from Indian, Dutch, Portuguese, and Malay cuisine, Sri Lankan food is a unique fusion of flavors that is not to be missed. From street food to fine dining, Sri Lanka offers a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

This tour is a perfect opportunity to taste the best of Ceylon, explore the lush green tea country, and discover the secrets of Sri Lankan cuisine

Tour Overview

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    AVAILABLE
    ALL YEAR
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    DURATION
    14 Days
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    PICKUP
    INCLUDED
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    GROUP SIZE
    UP TO 15
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    MINIMUM AGE
    10 YEARS
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    LANGUAGE
    ENGLISH

Tour Attraction

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Tour Map and Itinerary

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DAY 01

AIRPORT - COLOMBO

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Day's Activities
  • Arrive at the Airport
  • Check into the hotel
  • Evening proceed to discover Colombo's vibrant Street Food Culture by foot
  • Overnight Stay at the hotel

Join our street food tour in Colombo and experience the city's diverse culture through its delicious cuisine. We'll take you to bustling markets in Pettah, where you can sample street food around the Beautiful Red Mosque.

Explore the colonial architecture in Fort District before finishing off at Galle Face Green, Colombo's favorite park. Expect to try popular dishes like Achcharu, Bombay sweets, Sri Lankan Short eats, Muruku, and Kotthu Rotti.

DAY 02

COLOMBO - KANDY

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Day's Activities
  • After breakfast proceed to Kandy
  • Check in to the hotel
  • Evening proceed to visit Kandy Temple of Tooth
  • Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, commonly referred to as the Temple of the Tooth, is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Kandy. It is one of the most revered and sacred temples in the country, and is houses a tooth relic of the Lord Buddha.

The temple complex includes several buildings and shrines, including the main temple building, the Royal Palace of Kandy, and several museums. The Golden casing housing the relic can be viewed by visitors during the ceremonial opening of the room gates, accompanied by traditional drumming.

DAY 03

KANDY - PERADENIYA - KANDY

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Day's Activities
  • After breakfast proceed to visit Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
  • Enjoy a cookery demonstration followed by a Lunch
  • Return to the hotel

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden is a beautiful and expansive garden located in Sri Lanka. It is the largest botanical garden in the country and one of the finest in Asia.

The garden is home to over 4000 plant species, including a large collection of orchids and giant trees. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the gardens, marvel at the colorful flowers and lush greenery, and even spot some wildlife like monkeys and birds.

DAY 04

KANDY - MANDARAM NUWARA

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Day's Activities
  • After Breakfast proceed to Mandaram Nuwara
  • Check in to Tea & Experience Factory
  • Check into the hotel
  • Overnight stay at the hotel

Spend around 2 hours a day learning from the hotel's resident tea planter on everything you need to know about tea. Engage in a tea plucking session with the local pluckers and then finally go to the factory and turn your leaves into tea you can take home to your friends and family! You'll leave having picked, produced and packaged tea.

DAY 05

MANDARAM NUWARA

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Day's Activities
  • After breakfast at your leisure discover the regions waterfalls, wildlife and agriculture with the hotel nature guide
  • Return to hotel & Complete your tea experience

Mandaram Nuwara is a small town located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. It is known for its beautiful tea estates, lush green forests, and picturesque waterfalls.

The town is situated at an altitude of over 1200 meters above sea level, which gives it a cool and refreshing climate throughout the year. Visitors to Mandaram Nuwara can enjoy scenic walks through the tea estates, explore the nearby waterfalls, or simply relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

DAY 06

MANDARAM NUWARA - PASIKUDA

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Day's Activities
  • After breakfast proceed to Pasikuda
  • Check in at the hotel

Approx. 4 ½ Hours drive from Hotel to Pasikuda

DAY 07

PASIKUDA

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Day's Activities
  • Full day leisure at the hotel
  • Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Pasikuda is a coastal town located in the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka. It is known for its long stretch of white sandy beach and crystal-clear waters, making it a popular destination for beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts.

You can enjoy activities like swimming, snorkeling, and diving in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, or simply relax on the beach and soak up the sun.

DAY 08

PASIKUDA

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Day's Activities
  • Full day leisure at the hotel
  • Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel

Enjoy your second day at Pasikuda which is home to a number of luxury hotels and resorts, making it a great destination for those looking for a beach vacation with all the amenities.

DAY 09

PASIKUDA

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Day's Activities
  • After an early breakfast join the local fishermen and try your hand at fishing
  • If you're lucky, you'll cook your catch if not pick up local specialities such as Crab and Prawn at the local market and cook it with the hotel chef on the beach

The region of Batticaloa where Pasikuda is situated is famous for its seafood, but the stand out dish every Sri Lankan looks for in these parts is the Batticaloa Crab Curry. Learn to cook a traditional Batticaloa Crab Curry with the hotel chef on the stunning beach of Pasikuda.

DAY 10

PASIKUDA - SIGIRIYA - DAMBULLA - SIGIRIYA

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Day's Activities
  • After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya
  • Enroute visit Polonnaruwa ancient city
  • Check in to the hotel

Polonnaruwa was established as the capital city after the fall of Anuradhapura and is known as the mediaeval capital of Sri Lanka. Pollonaruwa contains the ruins of some of the masterpieces of Buddhist sculpture and remarkable feats of engineering that were well ahead of their time. Most outstanding amongst these is the Gal Vihara temple with its famous rock carvings of the Buddha and Parakrama Samudra, a vast manmade reservoir covering an area of over 23 kilometers.

DAY 11

SIGIRIYA

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Day's Activities
  • Take an early start to the day and proceed to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress prior to breakfast
  • Have lunch with a local family living in Sigiriya
  • Return back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay

Sigiriya rock fortress is a remarkable feat of engineering and craftsmanship located in Sri Lanka's cultural triangle. It was the stronghold of King Kashyapa and is famous for its frescoes and water gardens.

From halfway up the rock, you can witness the landscaped gardens and fountains. Sigiriya is a testament to Kashyapa's ego and a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Sri Lanka's history and culture.

DAY 12

SIGIRIYA

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Day's Activities
  • Introduction to Ayurveda, Yoga and Vegan lunch + cooking demo
  • Return back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay

Begin your experience with a private yoga session tailored to your needs, led by our experienced instructor who will guide you through the various poses and explain the positive effects of yoga on the body.

After your session, indulge in an hour-long full body Ayurvedic treatment, during which our staff will explain the history and healing properties of Ayurveda, one of the world's oldest and most popular holistic medicines.

DAY 13

SIGIRIYA - COLOMBO

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Day's Activities
  • After breakfast proceed to Colombo
  • En route Visit the Dambulla rock cave temple in the afternoon
  • Check in to the hotel
  • Evening proceed to Ministry of Crab
  • Return to the hotel
  • Overnight stay at the hotel

The Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in central Sri Lanka. The temple is situated in a large rock outcrop and is made up of five cave temples that have been converted into a Buddhist temple complex.

DAY 14

COLOMBO - AIRPORT

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Day's Activities
  • After Breakfast, proceed to the Airport for the departure.

Your incredible Sri Lanka holiday has come to its final day. We wish you a safe flight back home..

Ayubowan!