Boutique hotel, guided city walk through the colonial quarter, welcome dinner of Sri Lankan sharing plates.

Scenic drive north with a countryside lunch stop. Evening climb of Sigiriya – cooler, quieter, better light than midday.

Sunrise hike to Pidurangala for the finest external view of Sigiriya. Afternoon cycling through villages and paddy fields, optional Polonnaruwa.

Stop at the overlooked 13th-century Yapahuwa Rock Fortress. Optional Nelligala viewpoint. Evening puja at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.

Morning village cycling, then Ambuluwawa Tower for its adventurous spiral summit climb. Spice garden and hands-on cooking in the afternoon.

Scenic highland drive, tea plantation and factory visit. Evening by Gregory Lake with optional boating.

Early morning departure for Horton Plains – arrive before the mist at World’s End. Baker’s Falls return. Picnic breakfast at 2,100m. Spa or cafe afternoon.

The celebrated highland train from Nanu Oya to Ella. Afternoon at Nine Arches Bridge. Optional zipline or ATV.

Sunrise hike to Little Adam’s Peak, then Diyaluma Falls – one of Sri Lanka’s tallest, with natural infinity pools at the top.

Drive down to the deep south coast and Hiriketiya – a sheltered cove with an honest surf culture and no tourist infrastructure.

Morning surf session on the forgiving inside wave. Optional snorkelling, kayaking, or beach yoga. Sunset dinner by the ocean.

Drive via the Southern Expressway with an optional Galle Fort stop. Transfer to the airport.