Tea Country & Safari Retreat | Sri Lanka Itinerary | Apple Vacation

Tea Country & Safari Retreat | Sri Lanka Itinerary | Apple Vacation

Itinerary

Day-by-day journey

1

Day 1

Arrival | Negombo Luxury Coastal Stay

Negombo

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After breakfast, proceed towards the breathtaking tea country of Hatton. Travel through scenic mountain roads surrounded by waterfalls, tea plantations, and panoramic landscapes. Upon arrival, check into your luxury tea estate bungalow or mountain retreat and spend the evening enjoying the cool climate and serene surroundings.

Accommodation

Regal Rivera Villa • Jetwing Blue • Jetwing Beach • Jetwing Sea • Jetwing Sea

Meals

Dinner

Travel Time

20.00 hours

Distance

15.00 KM

2

Day 2

Negombo → Hatton | Journey into the Tea Highlands

Hatton

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After breakfast, proceed towards the breathtaking tea country of Hatton. Travel through scenic mountain roads surrounded by waterfalls, tea plantations, and panoramic landscapes. Upon arrival, check into your luxury tea estate bungalow or mountain retreat and spend the evening enjoying the cool climate and serene surroundings.

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

5.00 hours

Distance

155.00 KM

3

Day 3

Hatton | Tea Trails & Leisure in the Highlands

Hatton

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Enjoy a relaxed breakfast overlooking the mist-covered mountains. Spend the day discovering the beauty of Sri Lanka’s tea country. Visit tea estates and tea factories, enjoy nature walks, or simply relax and enjoy the luxury facilities of your property surrounded by scenic views.

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

4

Day 4

Hatton → Nuwara Eliya | Colonial Elegance

Nuwara Eliya • Nanu Oya

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After breakfast proceed to Nuwara Eliya, often known as “Little England.” Along the journey enjoy stunning tea-covered hills and waterfalls. Upon arrival, explore Gregory Lake, colonial architecture, flower gardens, and the charming town atmosphere before relaxing at your luxury hotel.

Accommodation

The Westbury Palace • The Grand Hotel - Heritage Grand • The Bellwood Manor • Jetwing Broomfield Bungalow • Heritance Tea Factory • CheRiz Boutique Villa Hotel • Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya • W15 Lake Gergory

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

2.00 hours

Distance

35.00 KM

5

Day 5

Nuwara Eliya → Ella | Scenic Train Journey through the Hills

Ella

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After breakfast transfer to Nanu Oya Railway Station and board one of the most picturesque train journeys in the world to Ella (subject to availability). Travel through rolling tea plantations, tunnels, and mountain landscapes. Upon arrival, check in and enjoy Ella’s peaceful hill-country atmosphere.

Accommodation

Nine Skies • Anasa Wellness Resort • Walaa Kulu – A Villa by 98 Acres • 98 Acres Resort & Spa • EKHO Ella • HIDE ELLA Hotel & Resort

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

1.00 hours

Distance

60.00 KM

6

Day 6

Ella → Yala | Mountains to Wilderness

Ella • Ella/Wellawaya • Kirinda

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Enjoy breakfast and visit Ella's popular attractions including Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arch Bridge, and Ravana Falls. After sightseeing proceed towards Yala. Upon arrival enjoy an exciting evening jeep safari at Yala National Park, home to elephants, leopards, crocodiles, and abundant wildlife.

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

2.00 hours

Distance

100.00 KM

7

Day 7

Yala → Tangalle | Southern Luxury Beach Escape

Tangalle

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After breakfast leave Yala and proceed to Tangalle along Sri Lanka’s scenic southern coastline. Upon arrival, check in to your luxury beachfront resort and spend the day at leisure enjoying ocean views and resort facilities.

Accommodation

Taru Villas Mawella - Tangalle • Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort • Uga Prāva - Tangalle • Taru Villas Mawella - Pool House

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

Travel Time

1.00 hours

Distance

80.00 KM

8

Day 8

Tangalle | Leisure & Wellness by the Ocean

Tangalle

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Enjoy a relaxing breakfast and spend your day completely at leisure. Relax on pristine beaches, indulge in spa treatments, enjoy resort experiences, or simply unwind beside the Indian Ocean in total luxury.

Accommodation

Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort • Uga Prāva - Tangalle • Thaprobana Villa Tangalle Private Villa • Taru Villas Mawella - Pool House • Taru Villas Kurumba

Meals

Breakfast • Dinner

9

Day 9

Tangalle → Airport Departure

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Enjoy breakfast at your resort before checking out. Depending on your departure schedule, proceed comfortably to the airport with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s tea country, wildlife adventures, and luxury coastal experiences.

Meals

Breakfast

Travel Time

5.00 hours

Distance

225.00 KM