Package Details

Rediscover your soul in the emerald heart of Sri Lanka with "The Verdant Highlands" by Ceylon Canopy Travels. This 5-day retreat is perfectly balanced for those who find peace in mountain mists, rolling tea estates, and cascading waterfalls.

Journey from the spiritual hill capital of Kandy to the colonial charm of Nuwara Eliya and the adventure-filled peaks of Ella. This nature-centric route concludes with a refreshing descent to the golden southern coast, where the river meets the sea in a perfect tropical finale.

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Tour Plan

01 | Day 1 – Arrival & The Hill Capital | Kandy

• Meet & greet at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) or Colombo
• Private transfer to the sacred city of Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Evening visit to the Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue for a panoramic sunset view over the city
• A relaxing twilight walk around the scenic Kandy Lake
  • [✔] Airport/City Transfer
  • [✔] Bahirawakanda Vihara Viewpoint
  • [✔] Kandy Lake Sunset Walk
  • [✔] Overnight in Kandy

02 | Day 2 – Botanical Beauty & The High Tea Country | Nuwara Eliya

• Morning exploration of the Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, famous for its orchid house and giant palm avenue
• Scenic drive into the high-altitude hills, passing lush green valleys and waterfalls
• Stop at the Damro Labookellie Tea Centre for a guided factory tour and a fresh cup of Ceylon tea with their signature chocolate cake
• Evening walk through Victoria Park to enjoy the vibrant blooms and cool "Little England" breeze
  • [✔] Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
  • [✔] Damro Tea Centre & Factory Tour
  • [✔] Nuwara Eliya Colonial Town Tour
  • [✔] Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

03 | Day 3 – The Peak & The Bridge | Ella

• Travel from Nuwara Eliya to the cozy mountain village of Ella
• Hike Little Adam’s Peak for breathtaking 360-degree views of the Ella Gap
• Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge in Demodara to see the engineering marvel hidden in the jungle
• Spend a free evening exploring the vibrant cafes and shops of Ella town
  • [✔] Little Adam’s Peak Hike
  • [✔] Ella Gap Panoramic View
  • [✔] Nine Arches Bridge Visit
  • [✔] Overnight in Ella

04 | Day 4 – From Mountains to the Ocean | Southern Coast

• Morning visit to the majestic Ravana Falls for a cooling photo stop
• Scenic descent from the highlands toward the southern coastline
• Arrival in Hikkaduwa or Bentota for a relaxing afternoon by the turquoise waters
• Enjoy a sunset beach walk and a fresh seafood dinner by the Indian Ocean
  • [✔] Ravana Falls Visit
  • [✔] Scenic Highland Descent
  • [✔] Beach Leisure & Sunset
  • [✔] Overnight in Hikkaduwa/Bentota

05 | Day 5 – Marine Wonders & Departure | The Coastal Escape

• Visit a Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Kosgoda to see hatchlings and rare turtle species
• Embark on a boat safari through the mysterious mangrove tunnels of the Madu Ganga River
• Visit Cinnamon Island to witness traditional spice peeling and enjoy a "Fish Foot Therapy"
• Final transfer to the Airport via the Southern Expressway for your departure
  • [✔] Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
  • [✔] Madu Ganga Boat Safari
  • [✔] Cinnamon Island Experience
  • [✔] Airport Drop-off