Wind your way through Sri Lanka's verdant Tea Country by train to reach charming colonial-style hill stations.

Stay within Bogawantalwa Valley's mist-shrouded tea plantations.

Admire the colourful tea pickers in Ceylon's cool central tea plantations

Overlook the mesmerising Castlereagh lake from up high at Dunkeld Bungalow, the latest addition to the Ceylon Tea Trails.

Stay at Thotalagala, a firm Ampersand favourite, to experience one of the first and most beautiful 19th century tea planters’ bungalows in Sri Lanka.

Take in the phenomenal views over Sri Lanka's rolling hills from Thotalagala's prime position in Haputale.

Base yourself at the Amanwella in Tangalle, a super slick, James Bond-esque beach resort located in the fishing village of Tangalle.

Enjoy poolside sunsets at Amanwella to witness the sky setting ablaze behind silhouetted swaying palm trees.

During a stay at Amangalla, explore the historic town of Galle by foot, passing friendly locals as you go.

Head to Yala National Park to witness enchanting birdlife, elephants, monkeys, peacocks, crocodiles, buffalo, deer, bears and the highest density in the world of the elusive leopard

Join wandering elephants at Heritance Kandalama, an architectural marvel of a hotel enveloped in vegetation and the centrepiece of the Geoffrey Bawa pilgrimage route.

Go whale watching in Mirissa and Weligama Bay to see these magnificent creatures leaping in and out of the ocean.

Be treated to great service at luxury hotels like Kahanda Kanda, our favourite boutique hotel in Galle.

We highly recommend the luxury eco-resort of Ulagalla, which is within easy reach of the attractions of the Cultural Triangle.

Enter another world at the wildly atmospheric Dambulla Caves, Sri Lanka's most extraordinary cave temple complex.

Continue along the Cultural Triangle journey to see other impressive temples in Mihintale and Anuradhapura.

Visit the extraordinary ancient city of Polonnaruwa, which was the island's medieval capital between the 11th and 13th century.

Bask in the Sri Lankan sun at The Last House in Tangalle, under the shade of frangipani trees.

Sit back and relax poolside at Nine Skies hotel in Ella, overlooking the rolling hills.

Visit during the spectacular Perahera Festival in Kandy, which comprises of ten nights of lively festivities, involving bejewelled elephants, street dancers and drummers.

Kahanda Kanda near Galle is one of Sri Lanka's chicest addresses and a wonderfully stylish spot for an arak sour at the living room bar

Take in the exhilarating views from the top of Sigiriya Rock

Make friends with smiley local school kids playing at Dambulla cave temple

Soak up the sights, smells and smiles at Tangalle food market which takes place once a week

Castlereagh Lake in Sri Lanka's central Tea Country, a stone's throw from one of her chicest boutique bungalows, Castlereagh, which is part of the Ceylon Tea Trails.

Enjoy sundowners at the Amangalla roof bar with views over the walled fort town of Galle

The Amanwella’s ultra sexy 45-metre infinity pool is back by an elegant restaurant and looks out over a gorgeous coconut grove and the sea beyond. 

Set on a former coconut plantation a stone's throw from a dazzling beach is one of Sri Lanka's most sophisticated boutique hotels: the Villa Bentota

The Amangalla's Zaal is the grandest living room in Sri Lanka and the perfect location for a glamorous party - New Year's Eve celebrations here are incredible!

Amangalla is steeped in history: once home to a Dutch commander and a billet for British soldiers, it has been revamped by Kerry Hill who has maintained the unique history of the building allowing you step right back to Galle’s colonial heyday.

Treat yourself with a stay at one of Sri Lanka's most exclusive and beautifully designed villas - 20 Middle Street, Galle - which sleeps 6 people, and is situated next door to the Amangalla.