Start the day with a climb to the summit of the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering magnificent views of the central plains. Travel onward through Matale, where you stop at a spice garden to see how fragrant crops such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper are cultivated, and visit a Hindu temple adorned with colourful shrines. On arrival in Kandy, explore the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, then step into a gem boutique to admire Ceylon’s worldfamous precious stones and a craft workshop that reflects the island’s artisanal traditions. In the evening, enjoy a cultural dance performance filled with drumming, costumes, and heritage storytelling.