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Days 1-2  Negombo  
Arrive in Colombo and transfer to your hotel in nearby Negombo for a night to relax on the beach or explore the surroundings before beginning your tour. The following day, get to know your group with a welcome meeting followed by dinner.

Day 3  Negombo to Dambulla    
Travel inland towards Dambulla. On the way, stop at the Ridi Vihara shrine - a cave temple filled with Buddha statues dating back to the second century BC. Share lunch at a local restaurant before travelling to Dambulla, enjoying the rest of the day here at leisure.

Day 4  Dambulla      
This morning, hike to Sigiriya (Lion Rock). One of Sri Lanka's most famous sights, this dramatic rocky outcrop is topped by a ruined palace. In the afternoon visit the village of Muriya Kadawala, where you’ll learn about traditional Sri Lankan pottery techniques and sample a local herbal drink.

Day 5  Dambulla    
After breakfast, head to Polonnaruwa and discover well-preserved temples, tombs and stupas in the ancient Quadrangle complex. This afternoon, head to Minneriya National Park to see Sri Lankan elephants in the wild.

Day 6  Dambulla to Kandy    
Today, travel to Kandy. Along the way, visit a local spice garden in Matale and learn about the spices that have played an important role in Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage. Upon arrival in Kandy, take a guided tour of the city, stopping to admire the Temple of the Sacred Tooth.

Day 7  Kandy    
Visit Ambagasthenna village, where a local tea plantation owner will guide you around the neighbourhood. For lunch, feast on a delicious home-cooked meal. Learn about the cultivation process at the tea plantation and taste a cup yourself.

Day 8  Kandy to Nuwara Eliya    
Depart Kandy and board a train headed deep into tea plantation country to Nuwara Eliya. Upon arrival take an orientation walk, wandering the peaceful shores of Gregory Lake. After, enjoy a high tea at your lovely hotel, with pots of Ceylon black, green or spiced tea, plus finger sandwiches and sweet treats.

Day 9  Nuwara Eliya to Colombo    
Journey to Sri Lanka’s coastal capital, Colombo, stopping at a tea factory for lunch along the way. After arriving in Colombo, take an orientation walk, seeing Sri Lanka’s old parliament building and the National Museum. Tonight, share a farewell dinner with your group.

Day 10  Colombo to Kalutara    
Transfer south along the picturesque coast to your fabulous beach resort in Kalutara where you will spend the next few days unwinding.

Days 11-14  Kalutara      
Enjoy your time in paradise, relaxing on the stunning, sandy shores of Kalutara. Take a dip in the pool, wander along the beautiful beach or perhaps opt to try some of the fun watersports available to hire at the hotel. In the evening, after savouring tantalising Sri Lankan cuisine, be sure to catch a fantastic sunset over the sea, with the sky transforming into colourful hues.

Day 15  Kalutara      
Take a transfer back to Colombo for your onward travels.