Day 1: Arrival in Colombo – Transfer to Negombo

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your chauffeur-guide. Transfer to Negombo, a laid-back beach town celebrated for its seafood heritage. After check-in, unwind by the ocean before enjoying a welcome seafood dinner at a beachside restaurant.

Overnight stay in Negombo

Hotel: Jetwing Blue Negombo     

Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Negombo Fish Market & Transfer to Kandy

Begin your morning at Negombo’s bustling fish market, one of the largest in the country, where fishermen showcase their catch and traditional drying techniques. Enjoy a local breakfast of hoppers, coconut sambol, and fiery lunu miris before travelling inland. En route to Kandy, stop at a spice garden in Mawanella for a guided walk through cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom groves. Join a live spice-based cooking demonstration followed by lunch. Later, check into your Kandy hotel with the evening free for a lakeside stroll.

Overnight stay in Kandy

Hotel: Amaya Hills Kandy     
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Kandy Market Tour & Kandyan Cooking Class

Explore Kandy Central Market with a local chef to select fresh ingredients for your culinary workshop. At a local home, learn to prepare signature Kandyan dishes such as jackfruit curry, dhal, and aubergine pickle. In the afternoon, visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic before enjoying a cultural performance of drumming and Kandyan dance.

Overnight stay in Kandy

Hotel: Amaya Hills Kandy     
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Kandy to Dambulla – Village Culinary Experience

Travel to Dambulla, pausing for an immersive village experience. Glide across a lake in a canoe, ride a bullock cart through the countryside, and enjoy a freshly cooked village meal prepared in the traditional way. Later, check into your lakeside resort near Sigiriya.

Overnight stay in Dambulla

Hotel: Amaya Lake Dambulla     
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5: Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Street Food Tasting in Habarana

Rise early to climb the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, renowned for its ancient frescoes and sweeping views. After a relaxed breakfast, head to Habarana for an evening street food walk. Sample local favourites such as prawn fritters, fruit pickles, and sizzling kottu roti.

Overnight stay in Dambulla

Hotel: Amaya Lake Dambulla     
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6: Dambulla to Galle – Southern Coast Seafood & Cinnamon

Drive south towards the colonial city of Galle, a journey enriched by a visit to a cinnamon plantation where you’ll learn about the world’s finest Ceylon cinnamon. Arrive at Galle Fort and settle into your boutique accommodation before dining at a stylish restaurant that blends southern flavours with international flair.

Overnight stay in Galle

Hotel: The Heritage Hotel Galle Fort     
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7: Galle Cooking Class & Leisure by the Coast

Start the morning at Galle’s lively market to shop for seafood and produce. Join a cooking class at a villa kitchen or beachside home, preparing classic dishes like coconut fish curry, herbal sambol, and curd with kithul treacle. The afternoon is free for exploring Galle Fort’s charming streets, boutique shops, or simply relaxing by the ocean with a sunset cocktail.

Overnight stay in Galle

Hotel: The Heritage Hotel Galle Fort     
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8: Departure from Galle to Colombo

After breakfast, transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your onward journey. Along the way, enjoy a final taste of Sri Lanka with a king coconut drink or curd and honey.

Meals: Breakfast