14 day tours

From January 2026 (13 Nights)

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DAY 1 – A light introduction

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by Kyle and Sally – your hosts for this adventure and transferred to the luxury Mandarina Hotel in Colombo, with its sea views and infinity pool overlooking the city. During a welcome drink and snack, you will be given a light introduction and a brief resume of what to expect during your stay with us and introduced to your local Sri Lankan guide who will journey with us for the duration.

DAY 2 – Museum Tour

After a good night’s sleep and breakfast, our guests will be taken on a guided tour of the National Museum which provides a historical insight into many of the wonderful places we will visit during your holiday. This will be followed by a light informal lunch within the popular Independence Square with its shops and arcades. At this point, Kyle and Sally will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding your holiday.

DAY 3 – Kandy Temple

Upon leaving Colombo we shall travel to Kandy where we shall refresh ourselves at the 18th century, Colonial-style Suisse Hotel before visiting one of the most sacred sites in Sri Lanka – The Temple of the Tooth. This will be followed by a light lunch before taking the opportunity to explore this lively ancient city and traveling through the bustling streets using the exciting local tuks tuks.

DAY 4 – Royal Gardens

This day will be an exciting opportunity to paint within the enchanting Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens where you will have the opportunity to either sketch or depict in watercolour using inspiration from the incredible exotic flora. It is renowned for its collection of orchids. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants, and palm trees. While officially established under the British colonial government in 1843, the history of the park goes back to the 14th century and is tied to the Kandyan Kingdom.

DAY 5 – Nuwara Eliya

Upon leaving Kandy we shall travel to Nuwara Eliya, a city in the lush tea country hills often referred to as “Little England” and home to some of Sri Lanka’s most awe-inspiring views. With its spectacular landscapes and peaks, mist-wreathed mountains colonial-era architecture, and pretty gardens, Nuwara Eliya can be described as a hidden paradise set among the mountains of Sri Lanka. Here we shall stay for five nights at the Oak Ray Summerhill Breeze surrounded by pine-covered hills, cypress trees, and beautiful blue hydrangeas.

DAY 6 – Bomburu Falls

Our second day will begin with a trip to Bomburu Ella Waterfall, recognized as the widest waterfall in Sri Lanka. This will be a wonderful opportunity to sketch and paint, or even bathe in the beautiful pure waters before enjoying a picnic beneath the picturesque falls. Following this we shall visit the best hotel in Nuwara Eliya – The Grand Hotel; a regal escape into luxury and grandeur serving the best of the best teas and a delightful array of cakes, scones, and savouries. Or for those non-painting partners even the opportunity of a round of golf at the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club – one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia and possibly the world.

DAY 7 – Tea Estate

This day will be an opportunity to visit a traditional 19th century Tea Estate which is still operational and produces a number of flavoured teas. After which, we shall enjoy a visit to Lake Gregory where we can enjoy such delights as a boat excursion or sketching within the Hakgala Botanic Gardens with its wide range of flowers and plants offering categories such as the beautiful Rose Gardens or fascinating Herbal and Japanese Gardens or even wander through Galway’s Park – a hidden gem filled with wildlife and beautiful inspiring walks.

DAY 8 – Temple Visit

This day will be an opportunity to visit the Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple with its 20 plus foot tall Hanuman idol situated on a picturesque mountain top. As the journey takes roughly an hour duration, we suggest using this day as a sight seeing exercise; in order to photograph the surrounding landscapes and temple for your own future art reference, while also enjoying the incredible views leading up to the temple. During our Temple visit we will enjoy a pure vegetarian lunch at the Annapoorni Restaurant within the temple grounds, overlooking the incredible view of the valley below.

DAY 9 – Moon Plain

On day nine we can offer you the opportunity of an early morning visit to Moon Plain, with its beautiful landscapes galore. We strongly suggest enjoying the spectacular sunrise and portray the golden glow of the sun rising against mist wreathed peaks surrounding the valleys below – a wonderful gift for any landscape artist. Or just enjoy our last day in Nuwara Eliya painting in the beautiful grounds of the Hotel or even a round of golf at the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club – one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia and possibly the world.

DAY 10 – Udawalawe

On day Ten we shall leave Nuwara Eliya and travel to Udawalawe National Park, home to several hundred Elephants and other rare plants and wildlife. Here we shall stay for two nights at the Centauria Wild; a hotel on the edge of the National Park border, specifically built to blend in with the beautiful landscape and yet still offer luxurious comfort and spa facilities. The hotel itself is surrounded by magnificent views and provides enormous inspiration for any artistic palette.

DAY 11 – Safari Tour

Today is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy an exciting safari ride through the National Park. We strongly suggest you take both binoculars and cameras or if you would prefer to capture the incredible surrounding landscape from the comfort of the hotel there are numerous places to depict the scenery or enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and spa facilities.

DAY 12 – Swaying Palms

Upon leaving Udawalawe we shall travel to the coastal city of Galle, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century and one of our own personal favorites places. It’s known for Galle Fort, with its stone sea walls, car-free streets, and architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. Upon arrival we shall book into the luxurious Amari Galle Hotel, secluded by a vast rain forest where every room overlooks the Indian ocean and the glorious palm-filled beach below. This is a lovely opportunity to either sketch or paint beneath the swaying palms along the beach or simply enjoy the luxurious facilities of this private paradise.

DAY 13 – Galle Fort

On this day we shall take you on a guided tour of the wonderful city of Galle where we can peruse its archaeology, architecture, and history. With its buzzing ambiance of shops, cafes, and car free streets Galle provides the perfect backdrop for the penultimate day of your holiday. We strongly suggest bringing your sketchbooks to the Old Fort in order to capture the spectacular view during sunset.

DAY 14 – A final adieu

On your final day/evening, you will be picked up from your residence and taken to Columbo Airport two hours before departure in order to have plenty of time to enjoy your final hours in Sri Lanka with a meal at the Airport before leaving and ample time to enjoy any Duty-Free shopping.