On arrival at the Bandaranayke International Airport, you will get your first taste of warm Sri Lankan hospitality; Representative from Baboo will welcome you at the airport and you will proceed to Kandy. Check-in at the lovely resort surrounded by mountains and lush tea hills. Surrounded by the beautiful sceneries of nature, Santani’s holistic architecture treads as lightly as possible upon the land to let nature’s rhythms lull you back to life. The area of Kandy where Santani is located embodies Sri Lanka’s legendary beauty in its lush greenery, gently undulating landscapes and whooshing rivers and its wellness programs in Ayurveda, detox, yoga and spa combine on site pampering and rejuvenation with enlightened learning for healthy living long after you leave these naturally rejuvenating surroundings that have placed Santani among the best Ayurveda hotels in Sri Lanka. Complimentary wine bottle upon arrival.

Wake up as the sun rises to the sweet chorus of the birds and breathtaking views of the mountains. After a filling breakfast at the resort meet with your chauffer guide and drive towards the city of Kandy. Observe the country’s sentimental culture through the sacred city of Kandy. Proceed on a guided city tour around the lake, visit to the view point, Wales Park & the Garrison cemetery in Kandy. Afterwards visit Kandy Tooth temple. EXPERIENCE – Blessings from the Temple of The Tooth Visit The Tooth Temple to experience a Pooja ceremony to experience the Buddhist culture as well as to examine people worship in the pure grounds. If you want to attend it in a local way, you may consider buying a few lotus flowers before you enter the temple in order to make an offer. Feel free to speak with your guide and make arrangements to participate on the lighting ceremony. Optional Experience – The Buddhist Nuns Take a guided tour of the Bhikkuni Monastery. A meditation centre focused on women who give everything to follow Buddhism. Highlights & Features • Discover what it means for women to become nuns. • Learn the history behind the first woman to follow Buddha. • Engage in conversation about Buddhism’s principles. Includes: Guide, water, tour of monastery Duration: 2hours, 10:30am Children: May find this difficult to follow To wear/bring: Conservative clothing Rate: TBA upon request

After a leisurely breakfast, meet with your chauffer guide and transfer to Weligama. Optional: Domestic air transfer by Cinnamon Air exclusive flight (45 minutes flying time) Rate: TBA upon request If opting for either of the above transfers – the chauffer guide will leave a day prior and make his way to Koggala with your main luggage, where he will pick you from the landing site. The transfer to the take off point would be done by a resort vehicle Arrive at Weligama and check in to Era Eliya Villas. Era Eliya has a space as a collection of six uniquely designed villas, where they have palladian architecture, interior design, art, gardening, slow lifestyle, travel and immersion in different cultures. Everything at Eraeliya is designed to make you feel like you are straight from a movie scene. All rooms are full of artworks and handcrafted pieces. Lush tropical gardens, infinity pool and scenic beach at sunset will take your heart away. Upon arrival you are entitled for a 30 mins reflexology massage to rest after the journey.

You are entitled for a morning yoga session ending with King coconut to cleanse your body. Rest of the day at leisure. Optional: EXPLORE – Kanneliya Rainforest Discover the Kanneliya forest reserve, a less frequented but nonetheless impressive rainforest to explore with your wildlife tracker host. Kanneliya is just 35km from Galle, so in just 90 minutes you can be out of the fort and into the forest. Your exciting morning walk takes you under thick tropical tree canopies housing monkeys, snakes and chameleons. Multitudes of birds will flutter from branch to branch above, whilst plants and flowers blanket the jungle floor. Stop to savour the sounds of your surrounds and refreshments at a local waterfall! The forest itself envelops nearly 80 villages, one of which is your host’s home and where his talented wife will prepare your lunch to be had in the shallows of a lake. A unique dining experience and an idyllic end to your journey. Highlights & Features • Travel to the more hidden Kanneliya rainforest not far from Galle. • Scout out the collection of wildlife hidden in the dense canopy above. • Your reward at the end of the walk is local lunch in the shallows of a lake. Includes: Fees, lunch, tracker & guide. Times: 8am Galle, 5 hrs including 1.5 hr drive. Children: Great for children who love nature. To wear/bring: Light clothing, closed shoes & flip flops. Rate: TBA upon request

In the morning drive towards the famous Dutch Fortress in Galle. EXPLORE – The Famous dutch fortress in Galle Galle is the prime example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and Southeast Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and south Asian traditions. The Galle fort is a world heritage site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. Other prominent landmarks in Galle include the Natural Harbor, the National Maritime Museum, St. Mary’s Cathedral founded by Jesuit priests and the Clock Tower. En route stop over at a turtle hatchery and help with the recued sea turtles. You can even release a baby turtle and it will require an extra donation. EXPLORE – A Turtle Hatchery The hatchery pays fishermen for eggs collected at night along the long sandy beach. Although October to April is the main laying season, some eggs (mostly green turtles) can be found throughout the year. The hatchery buries the eggs in sand, and when they hatch around 50 days later the baby turtles are released into the sea at night. Only about one in 1,000 turtles survive to maturity. On completion watch the sunrise from the ramparts and finish with a delicious dinner (we recommend The Fort Printers restaurant located in the heart of the Fort, at the colonial building of a great architecture. The best lobster curry in Sri Lanka, stunning interiors, personal service and a great atmosphere) EXPLORE – The legendary hill of Rumassala, shrouded in myth and folklore

The whole day will be at leisure with the option of engaging on the below optional activity. Optional: EXPERIENCE – Food for the soul – Galle Compared to its nearest cousins, Sri Lankan cuisine is relatively underrated. Food for the soul takes you from the market to the island's most iconic dishes. Curry in Sri Lanka is not simply one dish, but many. A myriad of techniques and ingredients are needed to create the palette of flavors on a Sri Lankan table. This unique experience starts in the vibrant Galle countryside, travel in your vehicle to a mud-hut kitchen. Here your host will explain the techniques and key ingredients used in Sri Lankan cooking. See how coconut milk is made and create your own delights by trying your hand at tempering, frying, boiling, grating and caramelizing your ingredients. Finally, indulge in the fruits of your labour - maybe even local-style - with your hands! Highlights & Features • Experience local life in the Galle countryside • Get to grips with the variety of cooking methods involved in the creation of curry • Your kitchen will be a wattle and daub hut, your plate a lotus leaf Includes: Water, class, lunch Times: 9.30am - 2.30pm Children: Great for children To wear/bring: Cool clothing, can get messy Rate: TBA upon request

Spend your day by the secret beach or consider a meditation session at the local temple located next to Japanese Peace Pagoda. Watch the sunset with just breathtaking views from the terrace of Japanese Pagoda. EXPLORE – Yatagala Rock Temple Just inland from Unawatuna is Yatagala Temple, a quaint Buddhist temple built around and within giant boulder-like rock formations. The temple is believed to have established during the first kingdom of Sri Lanka. Secluded and majorly visited by locals, the temple looks out over lush paddy fields and small villages. Explore the calm environs of the Yatagala temple which once received the royal patronage. Inside the Image House of the temple is a reclining Buddha image, which is nine meters in length. The ceiling of the Image House is adorned with intricate paintings depicting significant events of the Buddha’s life and floral motifs from Kandyan era. Optional: EXPERIENCE – A Village Ride Embark on a voyage of discovery in Sri Lanka’s southern countryside, as your local host takes you along the rural waterways and back roads of Galle. Highlights & Features • Experience the natural beauty, local life and wildlife of rural Galle • Explore by boat and bike with your local naturalist host before a break for hoppers • Pass by picturesque paddy fields, small villages and plantations Includes: Water, boat ride, bike, helmet, meal Times: 2.5 - 3 hrs, 8:00am or 3:00pm Children: Older children To wear/bring: Light clothes, cap & sunscreen Rate: TBA upon request

Whole day will be at leisure with the option of engaging in the below optional activity. Optional Experience : Paddies & Plantations A truly invigorating way to start your day, hop on a bike and cycle through flourishing paddy and cinnamon plantations in the charming southern countryside. Embark on trails beginning at 12km and glide by unfrequented village life, local temples burning incense and vibrant blue kingfishers flying overhead. There is no better way to experience the local landscape than by bike, an opportunity to really explore its meandering paths and lanes. Peddle past buffalo and egrets, rice farmers and smiling children, looking out for tea bushes, banana trees, jaggery, pineapple plantations and coconut palm. If you opt for a slightly longer ride, take a break for Thambili (King Coconut) in an ambalama or end with a scenic lunch at Kahanda Kanda to the north of Koggala Lake. Highlights & Features • Explore lesser-known parts of rural Galle by bicycle. • Led by your guide, discover local life from your saddle. • The standard distance of the ride is 12km, if you would like longer please enquire. Includes: A guide, helmets, water. Times: Flexible, morning & late afternoon. Children: Bikes, seats and support tuk tuk. To wear/bring: Light, cool clothing. Rate: TBA upon request

With so much to offer, today’s Freedom Day is the perfect opportunity to explore this fascinating region in a way that suits you.

Remain at leisure until you meet with your chauffer guide and proceed to the Colombo international airport to connect with your departure flight. TIPS: * We recommend you check-out from the hotel early enough to allow you to reach the airport three hours prior to your departure flight. * Please discuss the exact time of departure with your chauffeur, who will be happy to advise you based on your flight timing.