This 12-day retreat is your gentle exhale. From temple trails to forest bathing, meditation centers to mountain views, Serene Sri Lanka invites you to step away from the noise and into the sacred calm of Ella—the beating heart of Sri Lanka’s hill country.
Guided by intention and flow, you’ll move through landscapes that soothe, stories that ground, and practices that realign. Hike when your heart stirs. Sit still when your spirit asks. It’s not about seeing more—it’s about feeling more.
This experience weaves thoughtful nature exploration, cultural immersion, and transformative serenity—while cocooned in comfort at our Handpicked Hotels.
For the Soulful Seekers, Quiet Explorers & Nature-Connected Wanderers
This journey is lovingly designed for those who crave:
“Where ocean meets stillness, your journey begins not with a rush—but with a breath.”
Day 1 – Arrival in Negombo
Arrive and unwind at a beachfront hotel. Choose stillness or take a sunset boat ride across Negombo Lagoon, watching the sky turn to fire.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Welcome Dinner
Route: Bandaranaike Airport → Negombo
“Where gold glows in temple light and stories echo beside sacred lakes.”
Day 2 – Kandy
Travel inland to Kandy, where the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic guards centuries of devotion. Wander Kandy Lake or witness a traditional cultural performance.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Negombo → Kandy
“Where each curve of the track reveals more than a view—it reveals a feeling.”
Day 3 – Train to Ella
Board one of the world’s most scenic trains from Nanu Oya to Demodara, gliding past waterfalls, tea estates, and the ethereal Nine Arches Bridge. Arrive in Ella, your serene sanctuary for the days ahead.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Kandy → Nanu Oya (vehicle) → Demodara (train) → Ella
“In a world of noise, find stillness in silence—and truth in breath.”
Day 4 – Mahamevnawa Asapuwa
Visit Kubalwela Mahamevnawa, a Buddhist monastery nestled in Ella’s quiet hills. Meditate with monks, receive teachings, and nourish yourself with a peaceful vegetarian lunch.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Vegetarian Lunch
Route: Around Ella
“Every step is a prayer. Every view, a quiet revelation.”
Day 5 – Little Adam’s Peak & Ravana Falls
Hike Little Adam’s Peak at sunrise or sunset for panoramic moments of breathless beauty. Then cool off at the cascading Ravana Falls, where legend meets landscape.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Around Ella
“A center where the silence holds you. Where the hills hum peace into your bones.”
Day 6 – Rathmalkanda Meditation Center
Tucked among tea and trees, Rathmalkanda offers guided meditation and a space to simply be. Open to all, this sanctuary invites quiet contemplation in a sacred, inclusive setting.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Around Ella
“Where waterfalls speak and spices sing—nature meets ancient knowledge.”
Day 7 – Diyaluma Falls & Spice Garden
Hike to the top of Diyaluma Falls and swim in its natural pools. Later, wander through Karandagolla Spice Garden to discover Sri Lanka’s healing plants and aromatic traditions.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Ella → Diyaluma → Karandagolla
“The mountain gives what the mind seeks. The forest gives what the heart needs.”
Day 8 – Ella Rock & Shinrin-Yoku
Trek Ella Rock with optional Forest Bathing, a meditative walk where senses open to birdsong, breeze, and light. For non-hikers, a guided meditation awaits in a peaceful hilltop nook.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Around Ella
“Let your body rest, your mind learn, your spirit glow.”
Day 9 – Wellness & Cooking
Spend the day at leisure. Choose an Ayurvedic healing treatment, or take part in a Sri Lankan cooking class, learning the art of spice blending and soulful cuisine. A farewell dinner wraps your time in Ella with warmth.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Farewell Dinner
Route: Around Ella
“The journey softens, the sea calls you home once more.”
Day 11 – Negombo
After a scenic drive, return to Negombo’s shores. Spend your final day in quiet reflection or light exploration—perhaps a lagoon ride or seaside stroll.
Stay: Handpicked Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Udawalawe → Negombo
“You came seeking peace. You leave carrying it.”
Day 12 – Departure
With your senses calmed and spirit renewed, transfer to the airport carrying the silence, scents, and stories of Serene Sri Lanka with you.
Meals: Breakfast
Route: Negombo → Bandaranaike International Airport
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Most travelers require a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan Voyages can assist you with visa-related queries and provide guidance to ensure a smooth application process. Contact us for more details.
Yes, we offer flexibility to tailor the itinerary based on your preferences, such as additional activities, special accommodations, or specific dietary requirements. Contact us to discuss your needs.
Pack comfortable clothing, suitable footwear for activities, swimwear, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle. A detailed packing list will be provided before your trip.
Yes, travel dates can be changed before the payment is made. However, if you wish to change the travel date after the payment has been completed and the air tickets or accommodations have been booked, additional charges may apply, especially for airline ticket changes and hotel reservations. We recommend finalizing your travel dates before booking to avoid extra costs.
At Sri Lanka Voyages, our customers are our number one priority. All activities included and not included in the packages are clearly defined to avoid confusion. In the unlikely event of unforeseen changes or cancellations, we will provide alternative activities or adjustments to the itinerary. If you feel you have been charged additionally or unfairly, Sri Lanka Voyages takes full responsibility to investigate the matter. You can contact us anytime, and we will ensure that your concerns are addressed promptly and fairly.
Sri Lanka Voyages is delighted to provide a full range of services to our customers. If you would like assistance with booking air tickets and arranging your visa, we are more than happy to offer these services without any hesitation. Our goal is to make your travel experience as seamless and stress-free as possible.
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