Temple of the Tooth beside Kandy Lake

4 nights · 5 days

Essential Ceylon

Designed for a considered introduction to the island, balancing living heritage with the cool landscapes of the central highlands.

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Day by day

The suggested rhythm

1

Arrival & Kandy

A private welcome at the airport and a measured drive inland to Kandy, with time to settle into your boutique stay.

2

Kandy in context

Visit the Temple of the Tooth with a specialist guide, explore the lake quarter and meet local makers.

3

Into the tea country

Travel through Ramboda’s highland scenery, pausing at a working tea estate before continuing to Nuwara Eliya.

4

The hill-country railway

Board the celebrated train toward Ella, with reserved seating arranged where available and your chauffeur meeting you on arrival.

5

A thoughtful farewell

A relaxed breakfast and privately timed onward transfer tailored to your flight or next stay.

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Where vibrant culture meets breathtaking landscapes