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Sri Lanka

Grand Sri Lanka Food & Tea Expedition

Culinary & Tea Experiences • Culinary • Culinary & Tea Experience

Grand Sri Lanka Food & Tea Expedition

Best Time

November – April

From

On request

Duration

14D / 13N

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Handpicked Itineraries • Tailor Your Experience

Discover the Soul of Sri Lanka

Experience the authentic flavors of Sri Lanka through a carefully curated culinary and tea expedition across the island. This journey combines local food traditions, spice gardens, tea plantations, cultural heritage, cooking demonstrations, village experiences, and coastal seafood delights. Travelers will discover regional cuisines while exploring Sri Lanka’s most iconic destinations from the north to the southern coast.

Journey Route

Itinerary

Day-by-day journey

1

Day 1

Day 01 – Arrival | Airport → Jaffna

Jaffna

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Begin the culinary expedition with a scenic drive to Jaffna. Explore northern Sri Lankan culture and enjoy traditional Jaffna cuisine famous for spicy crab curry, dosai, and seafood specialties. Evening at leisure.

Accommodation

Jetwing Jaffna • North Gate by Jetwing • Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

Meals

Dinner

Distance

395.00 KM

2

Day 2

Day 02 – Jaffna Exploration

Jaffna

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Discover Jaffna Fort, Nallur Temple, and local villages. Experience authentic Tamil cooking traditions and taste iconic northern delicacies prepared with regional spices and seafood.

Accommodation

Jetwing Jaffna • Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan • North Gate by Jetwing

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

1.00 hours

Distance

40.00 KM

3

Day 3

Day 03 – Jaffna → Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura

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Travel south to the sacred city of Anuradhapura. Enjoy a countryside culinary experience with village-style rice and curry served traditionally on lotus or banana leaves.

Accommodation

Rajarata Hotel • Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura • Heritage Hotel • Lake Side Hotel

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Distance

200.00 KM

4

Day 4

Day 04 – Anuradhapura → Sigiriya

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Continue to Sigiriya through the Cultural Triangle. Visit spice gardens and experience authentic Sri Lankan cooking demonstrations using aromatic local spices and herbs.

Accommodation

Aliya Resort & Spa • Water Garden Sigiriya

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

2.00 hours

Distance

80.00 KM

5

Day 5

Day 05 – Sigiriya Exploration

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Climb the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress and enjoy a local village culinary experience featuring traditional clay-pot cooking and fresh tropical ingredients.

Accommodation

Aliya Resort & Spa • Water Garden Sigiriya

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

1.00 hours

Distance

30.00 KM

6

Day 6

Day 06 – Sigiriya → Kandy

Sigiriya

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Journey to Kandy with visits to spice plantations in Matale. Discover Sri Lankan spices used in traditional cuisine before arriving in the hill capital

Accommodation

Aliya Resort & Spa • Water Garden Sigiriya

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Distance

90.00 KM

7

Day 7

Day 07 – Kandy Culinary & Tea Experience

Kandy

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Explore Kandy’s food culture with market visits and tea tastings. Learn about Ceylon tea traditions while enjoying highland cuisine and local cooking experiences.

Accommodation

Earl's Regent Kandy • Cinnamon Citadel Kandy • Cinnamon Tree, Kandy

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

1.00 hours

Distance

25.00 KM

8

Day 8

Day 08 – Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

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Travel through scenic tea plantations to Nuwara Eliya. Visit tea factories and learn the tea-making process from leaf plucking to final production.

Accommodation

Araliya Red • Araliya Green Hills - Where Historic Charm Mingles with Natural Beauty • Grand Hotel

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Distance

80.00 KM

9

Day 9

Day 09 – Nuwara Eliya → Ella

Ella

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Enjoy one of the world’s most scenic hill country journeys. Discover Ella’s tea estates, waterfalls, and relaxed mountain atmosphere with local cuisine experiences.

Accommodation

88th ELLA • Ella Mount Heaven Hotel • EKHO Ella • Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Distance

60.00 KM

10

Day 10

Day 10 – Ella Exploration

Ella

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Experience tea plantation walks and enjoy organic local meals in Ella. Optional cooking experiences using fresh vegetables and traditional spices.

Accommodation

88th ELLA • Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel • EKHO Ella

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Distance

25.00 KM

11

Day 11

Day 11 – Ella → Yala

Yala

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Travel to Yala National Park. Experience southern Sri Lankan cuisine with seafood and spicy curries before an exciting wildlife safari adventure.

Accommodation

Cinnamon Wild Yala • Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive • Jetwing Yala • Wild Trails Yala

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Distance

110.00 KM

12

Day 12

Day 12 – Yala → Mirissa

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Proceed to the southern coast. Enjoy fresh seafood experiences and relaxing beachside dining with authentic Sri Lankan coastal flavors.

Accommodation

Amanda Resort Mirissa • Mandara Resort • Paradise Beach Club

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Distance

140.00 KM

13

Day 13

Day 13 – Mirissa → Bentota

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Continue along the southern coastline to Bentota. Explore cinnamon traditions and enjoy river-side seafood and tropical culinary experiences.

Accommodation

Cinnamon Bey Beruwala • Taj Bentota Resort & Spa • River Breeze Villa • NH Bentota Ceysands Resort • Taru Villas - River Cottage - Bentota

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

3.00 hours

Distance

145.00 KM

14

Day 14

Day 14 – Bentota → Colombo → Departure

Colombo / Airport

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Travel to Colombo for a final city culinary exploration. Enjoy modern Sri Lankan fusion cuisine before transfer to the airport for departure.

Meals

Breakfast

Distance

110.00 KM

Route Summary

Jaffna → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Yala → Mirissa → Bentota → Colombo

Experience Details

How We
Plan Your Journey

Perfect for travelers seeking a curated luxury escape shaped around destinations, stays, attractions, activities and personal travel style.

Attractions
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Abhayagiri MonasteryAnuradhapura Sacred CityGregory Lake ParkJaya Sri Maha BodhiJaffna Public LibraryJaffna FortGalway’s Land National ParkElla RockDegaldoruwa Raja Maha ViharayaIsurumuniya TempleThuparamayaVictoria ParkYala National ParkSigiriya Lion RockSigiriya MuseumPidurangala RockRavana CaveNine Arches BridgeNallur Kandaswamy KovilRoyal Palace of KandyTemple of the Sacred Tooth RelicKandy View PointLittle Adam’s PeakLover’s Leap Waterfall
Activities
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Jaffna FortKandy cultural dance showLover’s Leap WaterfallLittle Adam’s Peak hikeHigh tea experienceElla Rock hikeSigiriya Lion Rock climbTea factory visitVictoria ParkTemple of the ToothTea factory visitSeetha Amman TempleScenic train ride Kandy-EllaSri Lankan cooking classTea factory visitTea plucking experienceZipline Flying RavanaYala National Park safari
Hotels
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Jetwing JaffnaNorth Gate by JetwingJetwing Mahesa BhawanRajarata HotelUga Ulagalla - AnuradhapuraHeritage HotelLake Side HotelAliya Resort & SpaWater Garden SigiriyaEarl's Regent KandyCinnamon Citadel KandyCinnamon Tree, KandyAraliya RedAraliya Green Hills - Where Historic Charm Mingles with Natural BeautyGrand Hotel88th ELLAElla Mount Heaven HotelEKHO EllaOak Ray Ella Gap HotelCinnamon Wild YalaWild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All InclusiveJetwing YalaWild Trails YalaAmanda Resort MirissaMandara ResortParadise Beach ClubCinnamon Bey BeruwalaTaj Bentota Resort & SpaRiver Breeze VillaNH Bentota Ceysands ResortTaru Villas - River Cottage - Bentota
Highlights
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Street food experienceFusion Sri Lankan cuisineShopping opportunities
Inclusions
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Airport pickup and departure transfersAccommodation in hotels/resortsServices of a professional English-speaking chauffeur guideTrasnportMeet and greet assistance at the airport upon arrivalAll government taxes and service chargesComplimentary bottled water during transfers and excursionsPrivate luxury air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour24/7 on-tour assistance and customer supportHotel pick-up and drop-offPrivate air-conditioned vehicleWater bottleTea plantation and tea factory experience with tea tastingHotel pickup and dropBottled waterSafari by JeepLuxury jeep arrangements for safari or adventure experiences where applicableCultural show experience in Dambulla / KandyTraditional Sri Lankan lunchVillage safari experienceMineral water during the tour
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations made within 30 days of arrival may incur cancellation charges.Free cancellation for hotel reservations up to 30 days prior to arrival, subject to hotel policies.Day tours can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours prior to the tour starting time.50% advance payment is required at the time of booking confirmation for Sri Lanka arrangements.No-show bookings and unused services are non-refundable.

Trip Blueprint

Duration14D / 13N
Travel StylePrivate Tailor-Made
Starts InColombo / Airport
Ends InColombo / Airport
Route Path

Jaffna⟶Anuradhapura⟶Sigiriya⟶Kandy⟶Nuwara Eliya⟶Ella⟶Yala⟶Colombo / Airport⟶Mirissa⟶Bentota

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