Pekoe Trail Journey

• Explore Kandy, Sri Lanka’s cultural capital, where history blends beautifully with modern charm
• Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, home to Asia’s largest collection of orchids
• Discover the sacred Temple of the Tooth, one of the country’s most revered landmarks
• Enjoy authentic Sri Lankan cuisine at Hela Bojun Hala while supporting local women

• Begin your first hike on the Pekoe Trail with a scenic and easy 12 km walk starting from the Ceylon Tea Museum
• Walk through the stunning Hanthana Tea Estate, one of Sri Lanka’s largest and most picturesque plantations
• Enjoy breathtaking ridge-top views of the Hanthana Range and distant Knuckles Range, passing local villages along the way
• Conclude your hike in the charming town of Galaha before a comfortable transfer back to your hotel

Approx. 4 hrs walking (458m ascent, 410m descent. Total distance 12.8km)

• Transfer to the trailhead and begin your hike through the scenic Deltota Estate, passing a traditional Dravidian temple
• Trek over mountain peaks and winding tea plantation paths, soaking in the serene landscapes
• Stop at Deltota village to experience its lively local market atmosphere
• Continue through Loolkandura Estate with views of rainforest, rock formations, and lush tea fields before transfer to your accommodation

Approx. 5hrs walking (853m ascent, 520m descent. Total distance 14.7km)

• Enjoy a relaxing day with a scenic drive from Kandy to Hatton, renowned as one of the world’s most breathtaking experiences
• Take in stunning views of lush tea plantations and rolling hills along the way
• Transfer to your accommodation near Castlereagh Reservoir and settle into the serene surroundings
• Spend the afternoon at leisure—explore the area by bike or unwind in peaceful gardens with beautiful views

• Start your hike from Watagoda Train Station, journeying through scenic landscapes of mountain lakes, streams, and ancient banyan trees
• Walk through the lush Holyrood Estate, passing charming villages along the way toward the Dimbula tea region
• Trek across rolling hills and valleys in one of Sri Lanka’s largest tea-growing areas, enjoying sweeping panoramic mountain views
• End your hike at Kotagala, where you will be transferred back to your accommodation

Approx. 4.5 hrs walking (534m ascent, 637m descent. Total distance 15.3km)

• Begin a 16 km hike passing Chrysler’s Farm Tea Factory, surrounded by scenic tea country landscapes
• Climb to a panoramic peak offering breathtaking views over Hatton town and its surroundings
• Pass Singamalai Lake and enjoy stunning vistas of Castlereagh Reservoir, along with glimpses of local tea estate life, including worker housing and religious sites
• Descend gently into Norwood, where you will be transferred back to your accommodation

Approx. 4.5 hrs walking (438m ascent, 568m descent. Total distance 16.3km)

• Hike through the Norwood Estate, gradually ascending to a scenic ridge separating the Bogawantalawa and Maskeliya Valleys
• Enjoy sweeping views of the Maskeliya Valley, widely regarded as one of the most picturesque in the region and home to Adam’s Peak
• Descend into the Bogawantalawa Valley, known as the “Golden Valley of Tea,” passing villages, temples, churches, and traditional cottages along the way
• Conclude your trek in the town of Bogawantalawa before a transfer back to your accommodation

Approx. 4.5 hrs walking (562m ascent, 377m descent. Total distance 15.8km)

• Travel by scenic train through Sri Lanka’s breathtaking hill country, passing lush tea plantations, cloud forests, and mountain landscapes
• Enjoy views along the route near Horton Plains National Park, one of the island’s most beautiful highland regions
• Experience one of the world’s most picturesque rail journeys before arriving in the charming town of Ella
• Transfer to your accommodation at Amba, a peaceful organic farm stay surrounded by nature

• Transfer to Makulella village, perched above the scenic Ambagaswatte Valley, and begin the hike near a Buddhist temple
• Trek through eucalyptus forests and tea plantations with sweeping panoramic views along the way
• Ascend through jungle terrain to reach Ella Rock, rewarding you with stunning views of Ella Gap, Little Adam’s Peak, and Ella town
• Descend through forests, local homes, gardens, and along the railway track before arriving in Ella and transferring to your accommodation

Approx. 3 hrs walking (216m ascent, 423m descent. Total distance 9.5km)

• Begin in Ella and trek through forest reserves, experiencing a mix of nature and village landscapes along the way
• Pass the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, a popular photography spot set amid lush greenery
• Continue along scenic village roads, passing tea estates, a small lake, and railway tracks
• Conclude at Demodara Tea Estate and Demodara Railway Station, famous for its unique spiral train loop and tunnel feature.

Approx. 3 hrs walking (393m ascent, 524m descent. Total distance 8.8km)

• Begin your final hike through picturesque tea plantations, crossing bridges and following winding tea trails with stunning mountain views
• Ascend through forested sections, enjoying shaded paths, bougainvillea blooms, and a traditional tea weighing station
• Take in sweeping vistas along the way as the trail leads you toward lower elevations
• End at Hali Ela Train Station before transferring back to your hotel, followed by an optional farm-based cookery class with local chefs in the evening

Approx. 4h15  walking (531m ascent, 688m descent. Total distance 13km)

• Travel by road from the hill country to Sri Lanka’s southern coast, enjoying a relaxed drive toward the beach
• Stop at Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home to observe orphaned elephants being cared for before their release into the wild
• Continue the journey and arrive in Galle, a historic coastal city, followed by hotel check-in
• Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing and unwinding by the coast

• Enjoy a full day at leisure along the beautiful southern coastline, perfect for relaxation and beach time
• Take a peaceful walk through nearby coastal villages and experience local life by the sea
• Option to visit Galle to explore the UNESCO-listed 16th-century fort, built by the Portuguese and later expanded by the Dutch
• Discover the historic walled city with its ramparts, bastions, and charming streets filled with colonial character

• Transfer up the coast to Colombo Airport for your return flight.
• Activities depend on the flight timing