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Discover the soul of Sri Lanka
This 19-day Educational Cultural Journey offers an immersive exploration of Sri Lanka’s history, culture, geography, biodiversity, and heritage. Beginning in Colombo, the tour travels through the cultural heart of Kandy, the tea-growing highlands of Nuwara Eliya, and the scenic landscapes of Ella. Continue to Arugam Bay to discover coastal ecosystems and local communities before concluding in the historic city of Galle, renowned for its colonial heritage and maritime history. Combining educational experiences, cultural interactions, nature studies, and UNESCO World Heritage sites, this itinerary provides a comprehensive and enriching insight into Sri Lanka’s diverse traditions, landscapes, and way of life.
Journey Route
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The journey, day by day.
Explore the experiences and destinations planned for each day of your journey.
1Day 1
Arrival in Colombo
Colombo
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Day 1
Arrival in Colombo
Colombo
Arrive in Sri Lanka and receive a warm welcome. Transfer to hotel and relax. Evening briefing on Sri Lanka’s culture and history.
Accommodation
NH Collection Colombo • Shangri-La Colombo • Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo • Cinnamon Grand Colombo
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
45.00 minutes
Distance
35.00 KM
2Day 2
Colombo Cultural Tour
Colombo
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Day 2
Colombo Cultural Tour
Colombo
Visit National Museum, Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple, and explore Colombo’s colonial heritage and urban culture.
Accommodation
NH Collection Colombo • Shangri-La Colombo • Cinnamon Grand Colombo • Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
3Day 3
Colombo to Kandy
Kandy
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Day 3
Colombo to Kandy
Kandy
Travel to Kandy through scenic landscapes. Visit a spice garden en route for educational insight into Sri Lankan agriculture.
Accommodation
Earl's Regent Kandy • The Kandy House • Kings Pavilion • Amaara Sky Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
4.00 hours
Distance
120.00 KM
4Day 4
Kandy Heritage Study
Kandy
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Day 4
Kandy Heritage Study
Kandy
Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic, Royal Botanical Gardens, and learn about Kandyan kingdom history and traditions.
Accommodation
Earl's Regent Kandy • The Kandy House • Kings Pavilion • Amaara Sky Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
5Day 5
Kandy Cultural Learning
Kandy
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Day 5
Kandy Cultural Learning
Kandy
Attend cultural dance performance, museum visits, and explore traditional crafts and heritage sites.
Accommodation
The Kandy House • Kings Pavilion • Earl's Regent Kandy • Amaara Sky Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
6Day 6
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya
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Day 6
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya
Travel to Nuwara Eliya, learning about tea plantation history and colonial influence in Sri Lanka’s hill country.
Accommodation
The Grand Hotel - Heritage Grand • Heritance Tea Factory • Eden Hill Hotel • The Blackpool Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.00 hours
Distance
80.00 KM
7Day 7
Tea Plantation Education
Nuwara Eliya
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Day 7
Tea Plantation Education
Nuwara Eliya
Visit tea factories, learn tea processing methods, and explore colonial-era plantations.
Accommodation
Eden Hill Hotel • The Grand Hotel - Heritage Grand • Heritance Tea Factory • The Blackpool Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
8Day 8
Nuwara Eliya Study Tour
Nuwara Eliya
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Day 8
Nuwara Eliya Study Tour
Nuwara Eliya
Explore Hakgala Gardens, Gregory Lake, and study climate and biodiversity of the hill country.
Accommodation
Eden Hill Hotel • Heritance Tea Factory • The Grand Hotel - Heritage Grand • The Blackpool Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
9Day 9
Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Ella
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Day 9
Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Ella
Travel via scenic routes or train, studying geography, mountains, and ecosystem transitions.
Accommodation
98 Acres Resort & Spa • EKHO Ella • BBQ HUB Ella • Nine Skies
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.00 hours
Distance
60.00 KM
10Day 10
Ella Geography Learning
Ella
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Day 10
Ella Geography Learning
Ella
Visit Nine Arches Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, and learn about landscape formation and engineering marvels.
Accommodation
98 Acres Resort & Spa • EKHO Ella • BBQ HUB Ella • Nine Skies
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
11Day 11
Ella Nature Study
Ella
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Day 11
Ella Nature Study
Ella
Explore waterfalls, hiking trails, and study biodiversity in Sri Lanka’s hill ecosystems.
Accommodation
98 Acres Resort & Spa • EKHO Ella • BBQ HUB Ella • Nine Skies
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
12Day 12
Ella to Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay
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Day 12
Ella to Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay
Travel to eastern coastline and learn about coastal geography and fishing communities.
Accommodation
Jetwing Kottukal Beach House • Arugamabay Surf Resort Hotel • Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve • The Blue Wave Hotel
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
4.00 hours
Distance
135.00 KM
13Day 13
Marine & Coastal Studies
Arugam Bay
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Day 13
Marine & Coastal Studies
Arugam Bay
Explore beaches, lagoons, and learn about marine ecosystems and surfing culture.
Accommodation
Arugamabay Surf Resort Hotel • Jetwing Kottukal Beach House • The Blue Wave Hotel • Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
14Day 14
Arugam Bay Cultural Interaction
Arugam Bay
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Day 14
Arugam Bay Cultural Interaction
Arugam Bay
Visit local villages, interact with fishing communities, and learn about coastal livelihoods.
Accommodation
Arugamabay Surf Resort Hotel • Jetwing Kottukal Beach House • The Blue Wave Hotel • Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
15Day 15
Arugam Bay to Galle
Galle
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Day 15
Arugam Bay to Galle
Galle
Travel along southern coast, studying coastal geography and historical trade routes.
Accommodation
Amangalla • Fairway Sunset • The Fort Printers • The Merchant
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
6.00 hours
Distance
280.00 KM
16Day 16
Galle Fort Study Tour
Galle
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Day 16
Galle Fort Study Tour
Galle
Explore UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, colonial architecture, museums, and cultural heritage sites.
Accommodation
Amangalla • The Fort Printers • Fairway Sunset • The Merchant
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
17Day 17
Galle Cultural Learning
Galle
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Day 17
Galle Cultural Learning
Galle
Study maritime history, lighthouse, and Dutch colonial influence on Sri Lanka.
Accommodation
Amangalla • The Fort Printers • Fairway Sunset • The Merchant
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
18Day 18
Galle to Colombo
Colombo
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Day 18
Galle to Colombo
Colombo
Return to Colombo. Visit educational institutions, markets, or museums for final learning experience.
Accommodation
NH Collection Colombo • Cinnamon Grand Colombo • Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo • Shangri-La Colombo
Meals
Breakfast • Dinner
Travel Time
3.00 hours
Distance
130.00 KM
19Day 19
Departure
CMB Airport
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Day 19
Departure
CMB Airport
Transfer to airport after breakfast, concluding an educational cultural journey across Sri Lanka.
Meals
Breakfast
Travel Time
45.00 minutes
Distance
35.00 KM
