The guided Dunkeld Tea Factory tour, led by our passionate Tea Planter, explores tea’s history, production, and flavor crafting, offering the quintessential Sri Lankan tea experience.

The UNESCO-listed Sacred City of Kandy, Sri Lanka’s second-largest city, is rich in history and played a key role in Ceylon’s 19th-century tea industry.

Nuwara Eliya, 48km from Tea Trails, was shaped by Sir Samuel Baker, who brought English country town features like Hereford cows and a blacksmith after falling for its charm in 1846.

Join a guided tea tasting with Bernard Holsinger, Tea Trails’ witty resident Tea Planter, and explore the unique flavour profiles of different teas.

Rise early to climb Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) and witness a spectacular sunrise. The ascent offers breathtaking vistas, making the effort unforgettable.

In the company of a Tea Trails Naturalist or Trail Guide, walk or cycle (or both!) through our trails and explore the scenery of Sri Lanka’s tea country.

A broad spectrum of biodiversity exists in hill country – especially ours – as the plantations are interspersed with forest patches that are home to a variety of biodiversity from endemic amphibians to birds and leopards.

Enjoy magnificent views of tea-carpeted mountains as you paddle along the Castlereagh Lake in hi-spec kayaks. 

Play Tennis at Tientsin Bungalow’s clay court, reminiscent of British planters having an afternoon game after a hard morning in the fields and factory.

Your adventure begins in Kitulgala, 1.5 hours from Ceylon Tea Trails. The Kelani River, with its seven class III rapids, offers an exhilarating white-water rafting experience for both novices and seasoned rafters.

Enjoy an Al Fresco Barbeque Lunch by our Relais & Châteaux kitchen, paired with butler service. Relax with a sumptuous meal in a private, scenic spot on a working tea plantation.

A collection of yummy, interactive and immersive culinary experiences for kids with a local twist, tailored for various age levels.

The Tea-Infused Dinner at Tea Trails offers a unique culinary experience, blending the distinct flavours and health benefits of Sri Lankan teas with diverse ingredients and preparation methods.

Enjoy a scenic cruise on Castlereagh Lake, surrounded by misty mountains and tea valleys, with a fresh, locally sourced breakfast on board.

Ceylon Tea Trails offers thrilling biking adventures through the unspoiled beauty of Bogawantalawa Valley at over 1,500 meters.

A variety of spa treatments, luxury baths and tea infused scrubs await the tired traveller in the privacy and comfort of your room.

The ‘Planters’ Tiffin Lunch” is a plusher version (to Relais and Chateaux standards no less!) served in tiffin boxes in an idyllic setting.