Bookend laid-back beach stays at idyllic Hikkaduwa and Tangalle with meditative hikes and spiritual blessings in the Highlands on a wellness journey through southern Sri Lanka.
8 days
Nov-Mar
$5,495
Flowering spice groves, undulating tea plantations, Buddhist temples fragrant with incense… Odes to Sri Lanka’s soul-quieting beauty and wealth of spiritual attractions are as apt today as they were when western explorers first laid eyes on its golden shores. A restorative journey through the south’s most scenic destinations taps into the tranquil rhythms of life in Hikkaduwa, where Eastern wellness practices meet tropical beaches and wildlife reserves. Tour the swish boutiques and colonial-era monuments of Galle, dining with descendants of Dutch colonists within the fortress walls, before voyaging seamlessly north into lush hill country, home to sacred monasteries and hiking trails. Your journey ends at an Ayurvedic resort set upon the golden sands of Tangalle. The luxury hotels chosen by our experts place an emphasis on holistic wellness through yoga, meditation, locavore food, treatments and more, to ensure you return home rejuvenated.
Re-energize with sunrise yoga, centering your breath while soaking up the views
Experience true tranquility on a mindful walk in Lunuganga, an oasis-like garden at Geoffrey Bawa’s Estate in Bentota
Discover Galle Fort with an archaeologist guide, followed by tea with a local family and a monk’s blessing at a temple
Hike one of the most scenic sections of the Pekoe Trail, beginning at a Buddhist temple in Makulella
Learn to meditate with a resident monk at the Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery
Swim and surf off the Indian Ocean beaches of Hikkaduwa and Tangalle
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Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
A blissful beach resort on a marine national park
Your A&K Experiences: Trek through the peaceful Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve, the largest in Sri Lanka where many of the trees are endemic. Your knowledgeable guide will point out birds such as the Sri Lankan blue magpie, as well as orchids, butterflies and reptiles. In nearby Galle, tour the historic center with an archaeology expert, breaking bread with locals and receiving Buddhist blessings. Journey into the countryside to tour the artistry and gardens of Lunuganga, architect Geoffrey Bawa’s estate in Bentota. Your outstanding hotel comprises two colonial-era mansions and seven contemporary villas set around a vast saltwater pool; unwind with early morning yoga, watching the sun’s rays gild the tropical landscape.
Your Hotel:
Bandarawela, Sri Lanka
Back-to-nature hikes in the Highlands
Your A&K Experiences: Lace up your hiking shoes to tackle Stage 15 of the Pekoe Trail, starting at a Buddhist temple in Makulella and winding through tea bushes as you ascend Ella Rock. Visit the tranquil Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery for a transformative guided meditation session led by a resident monk.
Your Hotel:
Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Beachy bliss on the south coast
Your A&K Experiences: Unwind at Kayaam House, a secluded spot just steps from the ocean. You’ll find an outdoor yoga pavilion, an infinity pool and an Ayurvedic spa.
Your Hotel:
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Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Haritha Villas & Spa
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Anasa Wellness Resort
Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Kayaam House
Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Amanwella
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