Sri-Lanka: Wellness for the Soul
Venture to hidden monasteries, cave temples, and sacred rocks in the Island of Ceylon.
For those in search of a harmonising experience to reconnect the mind, body and soul
Why our trip is different:
- Learn the ancient art of tea making, walking with planters through lush green fields and drink tea in their homes
- Discover sacred hidden caves and learn about Buddhism’s traditions, symbolism and the ‘teardrops of Buddha’, guided by a monk
- Walk through the Wilpattu National Park, where you will learn about the world’s largest leap of leopards from our zoologist, and spot monkeys, crocodiles, elephants, and innumerable species of birds…
- Talk with a local anthropologist and delve into Sri Lanka’s deep history
- Visit Ayurvedic doctor Maradankadawala Dampalese Muthbanda at Maradankadawala, and benefit from local Ayurveda treatments
- Connect with the works and vision of Geoffrey Bawa, one of the most important architects of the 20th century
SAMPLE ITINERARY:
D1 Arrive in Colombo * Transfer to Waikkal * Suriya Resort * Water Bungalows
D2 Waikkal * Leopard spotting at Wilpattu National Park * Ulagalla ‘Boutique Concept’
D3 Anuradhapura sightseeing with a local architect * Ulagalla ‘Boutique Concept’
D4 Ritigala * Tour natural herbal vegetation * Visit an Ayurvedic Doctor * Local Ayurveda treatments
D5 Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO World Heritage site) * Kandy * Kandyan cultural dance performance * Temple of the Tooth Relic * Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
D6 Kandy * Detox treatments * Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
D7 Kandy * Balance Treatment * Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
D8 Haputale * Visit Sri Lipton’s Tea Plantation Bungalow * Sleep at the Thotalagala Bungalow
D9 Haputale * Dambatenne Tea Factory * Respective Beach or Ayurveda Property * Thotalagala Bungalow
D10 Departure
All sample itineraries are designed to inspire and are customised on consultation.
Our favourite places to stay:
Suriya Resort - the combination of the turquoise blue Indian Ocean and the serene tranquillity of the Ging Oya River that surrounds the premises
Ulagalla Boutique Concept - a boutique hotel in Anuradhapura promising an adventurous holiday experience in the ancient kingdom
Santani Wellness Resort - a welcoming place to retreat and rejuvenate within an unspoilt wilderness in the spiritual centre of Sri Lanka
