Overview
A unique tour around Sri Lanka, enjoying the natural beauty of golden beaches, breathtaking hills, ancient monuments, and incredible wildlife with a personal, off-the-beaten track introduction to the local culture. The holiday will include yoga, meditation, and spiritual guidance by a beloved Buddhist monk, as well as a mind-body detox at Plantation Villa.
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Highlights
  • 4 days of mind-body detox retreat at Plantation Villa Including spa treatments
  • Wisdom talks and guided meditation with a beloved monk
  • Private counseling by a monk
  • Yoga / meditation throughout the tour, where possible
  • 13 nights accommodation at 3- to 5-star hotels with all meals
  • Join the community in the New Year celebrations
  • Transport to/from airport and during the tour
Skill level
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Yoga styles
  • Hatha

14 days with instruction in English

The organizer also speaks: Sinhalese

Airport transfer included: Bandaranaike International Airport

  • Check-in Time: 14:00
  • Check-out Time: 11:00
Highlights
At Plantation Villa, step into the past and experience colonial charm at the 150-year-old villa, once the residence of the village chief. Fully renovated in 2015/2016, the villa boasts a living room, dining hall, veranda, and open living area. Your stays in Kandy and Unuradhapura will be in nice hotels of different levels (3-5 star category).

A mind-body detox at Plantation Villa includes:

  • 4 nights stay (standard room)
  • Guided yoga meditation (twice daily)
  • Ayurveda doctor consultation
  • Ayurveda treatments (30 mins daily)
  • Activities including nature walks, cookery classes, talks

Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Kandy:

  • Daily morning yoga and meditation
  • Visit to Kandy Temple
  • Exploring tea plantations
  • Visit to the botanical gardens
  • Exploring the city of Kandy

Visit the 2500-year-old UNESCO World Heritage City, sacred sights, and some truly unique time and guidance with a monk:

  • Meditations at the largest pagoda in the world
  • Wisdom talks and personal counselling by monk
  • Visit to ancient sights and absorb in the rich culture

Being one of the world’s top 5 biodiversity hotspots, Sri Lanka is blessed with an abundance of rich nature and wildlife. Explore these with a safari within one of Sri Lankas National Parks. See some of the majestic elephants, leopards and other wildlife and some of the exotic flora and fauna.

Hosting some of the best beaches in the world, Sri Lanka is known for its golden sandy beaches dotted with coconut palms. Enjoy:

  • Yoga and meditation on the beach
  • Sea swimming and relaxation
  • Souvenir shopping in beach villages

Nestled in the heart of the tranquil village of Nehinna, on Sri Lanka's southwest coast, lies Plantation Villa. Here, guests can escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in a lush, idyllic countryside setting, surrounded by verdant greenery, for the first four days of this trip. Next, visit the UNESCO World Heritage City of Kandy, followed by a visit to the 2500-year-old UNESCO World Heritage City and sacred sights, and some truly unique time and guidance with a monk.

Plantation Villa takes pride in offering guests freshly made Ayurvedic meals using only the finest produce, most of which is grown in our very own gardens. From the moment you step into the dining hall, you’ll be met with the tantalizing aromas of spices and herbs, expertly blended together to create dishes that are as nourishing as they are delicious.

The chefs carefully select the freshest ingredients, such as organic fruits, vegetables, and herbs, all grown in the garden without the use of harmful chemicals. These ingredients are then expertly combined using traditional Ayurvedic techniques, resulting in dishes that are both healthy and flavorful. Whether you’re enjoying a hearty lentil soup, a colorful vegetable stir-fry, or a steaming bowl of coconut curry, each dish is prepared with your health and wellbeing in mind.

Plantation Villa believes that food is medicine, and that the right combination of ingredients can help to balance the body and promote overall health and wellness. So come and join them at the table, and experience the healing power of fresh Ayurvedic cuisine.

In Kandy and Anuradhapura, you can also expect to enjoy fresh, healthy, and nourishing meals.

The following meals are included:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Drinks

The following drinks are included:

  • Water
  • Tea

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Gluten Free
  • Organic
  • Whole food
  • Other dietary requirements on request
  • Ayurvedic
If you have special dietary requirements it’s a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
The following dietary requirments are served and/or catered for
  • Daily guided yoga and meditation sessions
  • Daily guided yoga and meditation sessions

At the spa, you can choose from a range of rejuvenating treatments, including head and foot massages, Shirodhara, body scrubs, full body Abhyanga massage, Pinda Sweda, Pichu, and many more. All treatments can be easily booked and paid for on-site for your convenience.

  • 4-day mind-body detox at Plantation Villa Sri Lanka
  • Visit historic city of Kandy and see the hill country and tea plantations
  • Spiritual guidance and meditations at the sacred city in 2500-year-old ancient temples
  • Personal tour with a Buddhist monk
  • Beach stay with sea bathing, shopping and relaxing under coconut palms in golden sand
  • Wildlife safari to see the majestic Asian elephants and other Sri Lankan wildlife
  • 13 nights accommodation at Plantation Villa and 3 to 5-star hotels with all meals
  • Joining the community in New Year celebrations
  • Transport to/from airport and Sri Lanka tour
  • Wisdom talks and guided meditation with a beloved monk
  • Private counseling by a renowned Monk
  • Yoga / meditation throughout the tour, where possible

  • Flights
  • Visa
  • Health insurance

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). On your arrival at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (CMB), the Plantation Villa transportation services will pick you up from the airport and bring you to Plantation Villa. If you decide to come earlier and visit elsewhere, transport is not covered.

Airport: Bandaranaike International Airport Airport transfer included: Bandaranaike International AirportNo additional charges. You can request this in the next step.

  • A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
  • The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
  • The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.

This listing has a Low Season discount of 25% if you book between 2024-Jun-09 and 2024-Oct-14.

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