Meeting and assistance on arrival at Colombo International Airport
Platinum guests receive a VIP jet-bridge greeting at Colombo International airport. An Airport Representative will meet you at the Aerobridge, and fast track you through immigration and customs. A Platinum by Trans India representative will escort you to the car parking from where you will setoff for Dambulla.

Transfer by road to Dambulla (approximately 03 hour drive)

Check-in at Heritance Kandalama Hotel (Deluxe Room)

Sri Lanka offers a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique wildlife experiences within such a compact location. There are several UNESCO Sites, over 1500 kms. of coastline, national parks, lush tea estates and botanical gardens and a culture that extends back to over 2,500 years. Sri Lanka, a teardrop-shaped island in the Indian Ocean, lies south of India and very close to the Maldives. This is where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature and wildlife are abundant and unspoiled.

Rest of the day at leisure

Overnight at Heritance Kandalama Hotel (Deluxe Room)

Breakfast at hotel

This morning, cycle through the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura with a local expert guide

There is no match for Anuradhapura across its contemporaries and few capitals around the world have ever been as long lasting. Going back to the fourth century BC, Anuradhapura was the spiritual and secular capital of the island for well over a millennium. At its height, the city was dotted with monasteries and home to over 10,000 monks, many of these monasteries can still be seen today.

Cycle through more than a dozen archaeological sites of the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura with a local guide. There are many things to see and do in Anuradhapura: massive stupas like clouds hanging low on the ground, ingenious irrigation works that confound even the engineers of today, palaces and monasteries that display the brilliant craftsmanship of ancient engineers and stone masons, enchanting works of art, and a tree grown (still growing) from a cutting of the original Bo tree under which the Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment. All this can be witnessed in an amazing half-day bicycle tour. As you ride along the streets, byways, and green lawns of Anuradhapura, you will get a picture of what this city would have been like during its glory days. Its alluring magic seems to have a lasting impression on you even after you return home from Sri Lanka.

Afternoon at leisure or book a spa session in the hotel

Early evening, visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla is a town built around a vast isolated rock mass and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Dambulla temple complex comprises five caves which have been converted into shrine rooms, images of the Buddha, and over 1,500 ceiling murals. The caves are at the base of a 150m high rock built by King Valagambahu who took refuge in it when exiled from Anuradhapura in the 1st century BC. This temple is by far the most impressive of the many cave temples found in Sri Lanka and is considered the best preserved and the largest in the island. Access is along the gentle slope of the Dambulla rock and offers panoramic views of the surrounding flat lands, including the rock fortress Sigiriya.

The climb from the base is not strenuous – and can be done at a leisurely pace. There are approximately 200 steps and takes approximately 30 minutes. The best time to climb is in the early morning or the late afternoon to avoid the heat.

Overnight at Heritance Kandalama Hotel (Deluxe Room)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning set off for an excursion to Sigiriya Rock Fortress

The marvelous site of Sigiriya, also known as Lion Rock, is perhaps the most photographed sight in Sri Lanka. The site was built upon a massive boulder in the 05th century and was a hidden castle of the king. Later it was turned into a Buddhist monastery in the 14th century, the Sigiriya Fortress draws comparisons to the mythical cosmic mountain of Meru.

Sigiriya is a wonder to be explored, with over 1200 steps leading to its summit. Your journey begins with a tranquil stroll through the pleasure gardens, before embarking on the climb. Enroute, there are two resting platforms, where you can take a break while your guide tells you more about the history of this mysterious fortress in the sky. The climb can take anywhere from 1.5 hours to 2.5 hours. You will be met by some incredible views and interesting sights when you reach the top. The best time to climb Sigiriya is early in the morning when the weather is mild and the sun isn't too hot, or later in the afternoon in time to catch the sunset from the top.

Afternoon Jeep safari in the Minneriya National Park

Minneriya National Park is located in the heart of the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka and is easily accessible from various cultural sites. Minneriya is among the best parks to see Elephants on the island, with large herds of moving Elephants during different seasons. The park mostly consists of a mixed forest of evergreen shrubs, a favorite habitat for animals, which include deer and wild Elephants. From the safety of a well-equipped 4×4 you will navigate the park with a naturalist who will be able to point out various animal species to you and knows the best spots from which to view the Elephants. The ride may be bumpy but is surely a great way to explore this natural gem of Sri Lanka.

Overnight at Heritance Kandalama Hotel (Deluxe Room)

Breakfast at hotel

This morning, depart Dambulla for travel to Nuwara Eliya enroute visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic temple in Kandy

Kandy, which is the second largest city in Sri Lanka, is about 2 hours from Dambulla, and is famous for the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. The temple is located in the Royal Palace complex which houses the relic of the tooth of Buddha. As per the folklore, the relic has played an important role during reign of various kings and it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a UNESCO world heritage site.

The festival of Kandy Esala Perahera is held annually in August to pay homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha. The Buddhist flag bearers, whip-crackers, flaming acrobats, traditional dancers, and several elephants groove to traditional Sinhalese music in the procession. This is one of the most famous, oldest and most extraordinary festivals in the world.

Visit a local café to get lunch packed for the train journey to Nuwara Eliya in the tea country

One of the most scenic train rides in Asia and a fabulous way of exploring the tea country is to jump aboard the country train which passes through the dramatic landscape of the highlands which stirs the senses as you wind past lush tea plantations, majestic peaks and rushing waterfalls. The Sri Lanka Railways was first started in 1864 during the colonial period.

Arrive at Nanu Oya station and transfer to your hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Check-in at Grand Hotel (Junior Suite)

Nuwara Eliya is also referred as Little England of Sri Lanka. The climate, surroundings, and architecture of this region is quite different when compared with other areas in Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya is located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka and due to its elevation, it enjoys a temperate climate that is quite different from the tropical weather in most parts. The surrounding hills of Nuwara Eliya are adorned with vast tea plantations. The city is a significant center for tea production in Sri Lanka and is often referred to as the “Tea Country” or the “Tea Capital”. Nuwara Eliya is blessed with rich colonial history dating back to the 19th century when it was established by the British during their rule in Sri Lanka.

Overnight at Grand Hotel (Junior Suite)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning visit a Tea Plantation & Factory with a Resident Planter

No trip to Sri Lanka would be complete without spending a little time visiting a Sri Lankan tea plantation in the Hill Country. On a tea plantation visit you can learn all about tea picking and tea processing and also enjoy some fine Sri Lankan tea tasting. It’s probably a much more exciting prospect if you’re a tea lover, but even if you’re not, the Hill Country, or Tea Country, as it’s sometimes called, is arguably the most scenic part of the island and worth a visit.

A typical tea plantation tour will take you through the fields to see the tea leaves being picked. You’ll then follow the leaves as they make their way around the factory.

They’re washed, dried, and shredded, and then the final loose leaf tea product is packed into tea chests.

It’s fascinating to see a tea factory in action; from processing freshly picked leaves through to packing the finished product. You can also see how tea is graded. Taste a cup of pure Ceylon tea in the factory. The tour is led by a local planter who is able to share a lot of knowledge about tea production in Sri Lanka.

Overnight at Grand Hotel (Junior Suite)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning transfer by road to Yala National Park (approximately 06 hour drive)

Check-in at Uga Chena Huts (Cabin with Pool)

Sri Lanka’s largest and oldest national park has the highest leopard population density in the world. Yala stuns visitors with its variety of biomes – monsoon, semi-deciduous and thorn forests, grasslands, freshwater, marine wetlands and sandy beaches where the only footprints you will see belong to foraging birds and animals. Yala is home to 44 different mammal species and dozens of reptile species including turtles, crocodiles, flying snakes and elegant fan-throated lizards. Yala has no less than 215 resident and migrant birds, of which the flamboyant peacock is one of the most common.

Afternoon at leisure

This evening, a special curated dinner is organised for you near the beach

The rugged beach sand dunes are the perfect spot for a gourmet candlelit meal. Dune dining juxtaposes the harmony of flavours and spices on your plate with the drama of dining privately on a wild coastline.

Overnight at Uga Chena Huts (Cabin with Pool)

Early morning, proceed for a Jeep Safari into Yala National Park

Originally a hunting ground for the British during colonial rule, Yala National Park is Sri Lanka’s pride and joy. It is the most frequently-visited park and the second largest in the island. It is particularly upheld due to its famous leopard population, as Yala has the highest density of leopards of anywhere in the world, making it the best location globally to get a sighting of a leopard in the wild. The entire park is divided into five separate blocks, two of which are strict nature reserves with limited access whilst the rest are open to the public at alternate times throughout the year.

Return to the resort for breakfast and a morning at leisure

Afternoon Jeep Safari into Yala National Park

Post your evening safari, enjoy cocktails and canapes overlooking the ocean. Unwind to the sound of the gushing waves, breathe in the salty fresh air and sip into your favorite drink bevvy at hand.

Overnight at Uga Chena Huts (Cabin with Pool)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning transfer by road to Koggala Lake (approximately 02 hour drive)

Discover rich diversity of Koggala Lake by getting to know about Mangroves, Cinnamon & the rural life. Start the tour by boat and end it by taking thrilling tuk tuk ride as you ride through the village

Take a refreshing boat ride to discover the unspoiled mangroves and also see the abundant avian population around the lake. Discover the village of Koggala by Tuk Tuk and ride through the lush green village and its paddy and cinnamon farms. Enjoy a refreshing cinnamon tea and continue onto a local farm which grows variety of tropical fruits and vegetables such as passion fruit, mango, papaya, chili, tomato and drumsticks. Some of these ingredients will be used for lunch, which will be hosted at a village house.

Later drive to Weligama (approximately 30 minutes drive)

Check-in at Cape Weligama (Master Suite)

Afternoon at leisure

This evening, enjoy cliff edge dining in the hotel The hotel has elevated dining locations with panoramic Indian Ocean views allowing for dramatic vistas from which to relish a special meal. A specially crafted degustation menu would be served against the backdrop of the rolling surf.

Overnight at Cape Weligama (Master Suite)

Early morning, take a private Whale watching cruise

The Southern Coast of Sri Lanka is considered one of the best places in the world to see blue whales, often accompanied by sperm whales and large pods of spinner dolphins. Earth’s largest mammals, blue whales particularly favour the calm, krill-rich waters of Mirissa Bay, which is a just off Marissa village, a beautiful fishing village less than 20 minutes from Weligama. Mirissa has good modern yachts and catamarans available for whale watching, as well as friendly and knowledgeable marine guides.

Return to the hotel

Unwind with a blissful massage on your veranda, or with a fragrant scrub followed by an invigorating herbal steam treatment in your shower room and finally, a sleep inducing soak in your stone bathtub, with your bed just steps away.

Rest of the day at leisure

Overnight at Cape Weligama (Master Suite)

Breakfast at hotel

About 45 minutes from Cape Weligama is the historic UNESCO World Heritage site of Galle. Revisit the past in Galle Fort as you stroll through the ramparts of the Galle Fort

The Fort was established by the Portuguese in 1505 when a small foreign trading post started operations. In 1640, the Dutch captured Galle, and by 1663 had constructed great ramparts and massive bastions to protect their interests. Within these ramparts, narrow streets are lined with houses displaying their Dutch and English heritage. Flanked by pillared verandas, these colonial homes and government offices remain in use today.

Galle Fort Cooking Class with a local

Sri Lankan cuisine is one of the most complex cuisine of South Asia. What better place to learn to cook Sri Lankan dishes than within the walls of the historic Galle Fort? You will meet your host at a lovely art deco style house in the Galle Fort. Your experience will begin with a visit to a local market, where you will learn how to select the best fresh produce. You will then proceed to the kitchen, which is set in a lovely semi-outdoor courtyard and learn how to prepare mouthwatering Sri Lankan dishes. Grab your copy of the recipes, and ask plenty of questions. Once the class is complete, you will have the opportunity to taste the prepared food in a very relaxed ambience.

Evening at leisure

Overnight at Cape Weligama (Master Suite)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning at leisure

Afternoon check out from hotel and transfer by road to Colombo Airport with an enroute stop at the Lunuganga Garden

Lunuganga garden is a destination in itself – the artistry that went into the evolution of this iconic country house deserves slow and gentle exploration. Geoffrey Bawa, one of Sri Lanka’s most renowned architects created Lunuganga over a period of 40 years and it is a revelation of his architectural evolution where many of his trademark innovations sit alongside experimental flourishes. Touring this intimate property, its structured gardens and low slung, simplistic house brimming with detailed murals, ghoulish statues, personal photos and colonial-era antiques make this another Sri Lanka experience not to miss. Team this with a garden tour of Boutique 87, an elegant early 18th century former shopfront set in tranquil lakeside gardens, to appreciate more of Geoffrey Bawa’s visionary handiwork.

Later, transfer to Colombo airport to board flight for onward destination (Flight details to be advised)
Platinum guests receive a VIP departure assistance at Colombo International airport with a friendly meet and greet host who provides luggage assistance, expedited security check and immigration.