8:30 AM – Pick-up from Hotel in Ella

• Depart for a day of culture and heritage exploration in the hills.

9:00 AM – Visit a Local Spice Garden

• Activity: A guided tour of a spice garden where you’ll learn about Sri Lanka’s famous spice production.
• Highlights: See how spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and pepper are grown and processed. You’ll also get the chance to buy fresh spices.

10:30 AM – Visit Ella Temple and Ella Village Walk

• Activity: Walk through the Ella village, where you can observe the traditional Sri Lankan rural lifestyle.
• Visit: The Ella Temple, a small but historically significant Buddhist temple that offers a quiet, spiritual experience.

12:00 PM – Lunch at a Traditional Village Restaurant

• Menu: Enjoy a simple yet hearty Sri Lankan meal, often prepared with locally sourced ingredients.

1:30 PM – Explore the Ravana Cave

• Activity: A visit to Ravana Cave, an ancient cave believed to have been the hiding place of the legendary King Ravana.
• Description: This cave is rich in local myth and history and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.

2:30 PM – Visit the Dowa Temple

• Activity: Visit the Dowa Temple, famous for its ancient rock-carved Buddha statue.
• Description: Explore the temple grounds and learn about its significance in Sri Lankan Buddhism.

3:30 PM – Tea Tasting Experience

• Activity: Stop by a local tea estate for a guided tea-tasting session.
• Highlights: Learn about the tea production process and enjoy tasting various types of Ceylon tea.

4:00 PM – Return to Ella

• End of Tour: Drive back to your hotel, passing through serene villages and tea plantations.

4:30 PM – Drop-off at Hotel