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Sigiriya Lion Rock
2h · Admission ticket included
Sigiriya Frescoes
Halfway up the rock face are the famous 5th-century frescoes, depicting celestial maidens, remarkable for their colour, movement, and preservation.
Mirror Wall
A polished rock surface once so smooth it reflected the king’s image. Today, it displays ancient inscriptions and poems dating back over a thousand years.
Lion’s Paw Terrace
At the entrance to the summit, travellers see the massive stone lion paws, the last remains of the grand lion-shaped gateway that gave Sigiriya its name.
Summit Ruins & Sky Palace
At the top are the ruins of King Kashyapa’s royal palace, including foundations, pools, and throne areas, offering insight into ancient royal life.
Panoramic Views
From the summit, visitors enjoy 360-degree views of jungles, lakes, and countryside across Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle—one of the highlights of the climb.
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Ranweli Spice Garden
30m
Guided Spice & Herbal Walk
Travellers enjoy a guided walk through a tropical spice plantation, learning how spices such as cinnamon, pepper, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla are grown and harvested.
Ayurveda & Herbal Knowledge
An introduction to Ayurvedic traditions, explaining the medicinal and wellness uses of herbs and plants commonly used in Sri Lankan natural remedies.
Sensory Experience
Opportunities to smell, touch, and taste fresh spices and herbal teas, offering an engaging, hands-on experience.
Optional Herbal Treatments
At selected gardens, guests may enjoy optional Ayurvedic head, hand, or foot massages using herbal oils (availability and quality vary).
️ Spice Products & Local Crafts
Time to browse and purchase locally produced spices, oils, and herbal products, with explanations on their culinary and wellness uses.
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Kandyan Cultural Centre
1h · Admission ticket not included
Traditional Kandyan Dances
Performances showcasing Kandyan dance, one of Sri Lanka’s most important classical dance forms, known for its energetic movements, elaborate costumes, and rhythmic footwork.
Live Drum Performances
Traditional drumming ensembles using instruments such as the Geta Bera and Yak Bera, creating powerful rhythms that accompany the dances.
Folk & Ritual Dances
A variety of regional folk dances, some inspired by ancient rituals, village life, and storytelling traditions.
Fire Dance & Acrobatics
A dramatic fire-walking and fire-dancing performance, often the highlight of the show, demonstrating skill, balance, and courage.
Traditional Costumes & Masks
Colourful costumes, ornate headgear, and traditional masks, offering insight into Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage and symbolism.
Music & Storytelling
Dance sequences that reflect myths, legends, and historical themes, providing cultural context through movement and rhythm.
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Premadasas Gems & Jewellery - Kandy
30m
Gemstone Museum & Display
An introduction to Sri Lanka’s world-famous gemstones, including blue sapphires, rubies, cat’s eye, moonstones, garnets, and topaz, displayed in polished and raw forms.
⛏️ Gem Mining Demonstration
A mock gem mining experience showing traditional mining techniques used in Sri Lanka’s gem-producing regions, with explanations of how stones are extracted.
Cutting & Polishing Workshop
Demonstration of gem cutting and polishing, illustrating how rough stones are transformed into high-quality finished gems.
Gem Certification & Education
Explanation of gem grading, quality factors (colour, clarity, cut, carat), and certification standards, helping travellers understand authenticity.
️ Jewellery Showroom
Opportunity to view a range of handcrafted jewellery, including rings, necklaces, earrings, and loose stones (no obligation to purchase).
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Ramboda Waterfall
1h · Admission ticket included
Twin Waterfalls
Ramboda Falls is a double-tiered waterfall, cascading dramatically down a steep rock face, especially impressive during and after the monsoon season.
Lush Hill-Country Scenery
Surrounded by misty mountains, tea plantations, and forested slopes, the falls offer classic Sri Lankan hill-country views.
Scenic Viewpoints
Designated viewpoints provide excellent photo opportunities of the waterfall and the surrounding valley.
Short Nature Walk
A gentle walk from the parking area leads closer to the falls, allowing travellers to enjoy the cool climate and natural setting.
Seasonal Highlights
During sunny conditions, visitors may see rainbows forming in the waterfall spray, adding to the visual appeal.
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Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden
30m
Tea Plantations
Scenic views of lush tea-covered hills surrounding the factory, with an introduction to how tea bushes are grown and harvested in Sri Lanka’s hill country.
Tea Manufacturing Process
A guided tour through the factory explaining the full “leaf to cup” process, including withering, rolling, fermentation, drying, grading, and packing.
Tea Expertise & History
Insights into Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Tea heritage, colonial-era tea production, and the importance of tea to the country’s economy and culture.
Tea Tasting Session
Opportunity to sample different varieties of Ceylon Tea, learning about flavour profiles, aromas, and brewing techniques.
️ Tea Sales Outlet
Time to browse and purchase freshly packed teas (black, green, flavoured, and specialty teas) directly from the factory.
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2h · Admission ticket not included
World Famous Train ride from Ambewela - Ella.
Twin Waterfalls
Ramboda Falls is a double-tiered waterfall, cascading dramatically down a steep rock face, especially impressive during and after the monsoon season.
Lush Hill-Country Scenery
Surrounded by misty mountains, tea plantations, and forested slopes, the falls offer classic Sri Lankan hill-country views.
Scenic Viewpoints
Designated viewpoints provide excellent photo opportunities of the waterfall and the surrounding valley.
Short Nature Walk
A gentle walk from the parking area leads closer to the falls, allowing travellers to enjoy the cool climate and natural setting.
Seasonal Highlights
During sunny conditions, visitors may see rainbows forming in the waterfall spray, adding to the visual appeal.
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Mini Adams Peak
1h
Easy Scenic Hike
A short and gentle walk through tea plantations leads to the summit, making it accessible for most travellers.
Tea Estate Landscapes
Views of rolling tea fields, tea pickers at work, and surrounding greenery along the trail.
Panoramic Hill-Country Views
From the top, travellers enjoy wide views of Ella Gap, surrounding mountains, and deep valleys stretching towards the southern plains.
️ Ella Rock & Ravana Falls Viewpoints
On clear days, Ella Rock and Ravana Falls can be seen in the distance, adding to the scenic appeal.
Sunrise & Sunset Scenery
Early morning and late afternoon visits offer soft light, misty hills, and dramatic skies, ideal for photography.
Photography Spots
Multiple natural viewpoints along the ridge make it a favourite spot for landscape and travel photography.
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Udawalawe National Park
3h
Wild Asian Elephants
Udawalawe is one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants year-round, often in large herds grazing near the reservoir.
Open Grasslands & Wetlands
Unlike dense jungle parks, Udawalawe features wide open plains, scrubland, and wetlands, offering excellent visibility for wildlife viewing and photography.
Other Mammals
Sightings may include water buffalo, spotted deer, sambar deer, wild boar, jackals, and mongooses.
Reptiles & Amphibians
Crocodiles can often be seen basking near water bodies, along with monitor lizards and other reptiles.
Rich Birdlife
The park is popular with bird enthusiasts, featuring eagles, peacocks, kingfishers, storks, herons, and migratory birds.
️ Udawalawe Reservoir
Scenic views of the Udawalawe Tank, which attracts animals during dry periods and creates dramatic landscapes.
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Galle Dutch Fort
2h · Admission ticket included
Historic Fortifications
Well-preserved ramparts, bastions, and fortress walls built by the Portuguese and later expanded by the Dutch in the 17th century.
Indian Ocean Views
Panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, harbour, and coastline from the fort walls—especially beautiful at sunset.
⛪ Colonial Architecture
Elegant Dutch-era buildings, narrow streets, verandah houses, and landmarks such as the Dutch Reformed Church and historic residences.
Galle Lighthouse
Sri Lanka’s most photographed lighthouse, set against the ocean backdrop at the southern tip of the fort.
️ Museums & Cultural Sites
Optional visits to small museums showcasing maritime history, colonial life, and local heritage.
️ Boutiques, Cafés & Art Galleries
Charming boutique shops, art galleries, cafés, and restaurants housed in restored colonial buildings.
Walking Streets & Local Life
A relaxed walking experience through cobbled streets, with a blend of local residents, artisans, and travellers.
