The Mindful Escape

11 Nights / 12 Days

Overview

Slow Down. Breathe. Connect. Balance. Restore. Reflect.

The Mindful Escape is a 12-day wellness journey through Sri Lanka, bringing together traditional Ayurveda, yoga, meditation, cultural discovery and time in nature. Beginning with dedicated Ayurvedic treatments in Negombo, the journey continues into the Cultural Triangle for yoga, meditation and local experiences, followed by Kandy’s spiritual heritage and a restorative finish on the South Coast. The programme balances structured wellness experiences with cultural discovery and time to relax at your own pace. 

Tour Highlights

Highlights
  • Personalised Ayurveda programme – Begin with consultations and assessments with Ayurvedic practitioners, supported by treatments selected according to individual requirements. 
  • Traditional Ayurvedic therapies – Experience therapies including Ayurvedic oil head, body, face and foot treatments, together with additional treatments incorporated throughout the journey. 
  • Yoga & guided meditation – Participate in sunrise and sunset group Hatha Yoga followed by guided meditation during selected stays, with sessions suitable for beginners as well as experienced practitioners. 
  • Dambulla Cave Temple – Combine wellness with cultural discovery at this historic cave complex, known for its Buddha statues, murals and centuries of Sri Lankan heritage. 
  • Sigiriya or Pidurangala – An optional opportunity to experience one of the Cultural Triangle’s celebrated landmarks, complemented by meditation and Buddhist teachings at a local temple.
  • Ayurveda & local living – Enjoy yoga and breathwork in nature, Ayurvedic treatment and an authentic village experience with a local family, including traditional cooking and a Sri Lankan lunch.
  • Dedicated wellness programme – Receive an initial consultation, approximately 1.5 hours of daily Ayurveda therapy, morning and evening Hatha Yoga, guided meditation and ongoing wellness reviews during the dedicated retreat programme. 
  • Kandy & spirituality – Visit Aluvihare Rock Temple, experience a guided nature and mindfulness walk and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. 
  • South Coast restoration – Finish beside the Indian Ocean with personalised Ayurvedic treatments, sunrise yoga, meditation, beach time and a final wellness consultation.

Land Only – International flights are not included. If you require assistance with flight arrangements, please contact us for available options.

Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions, Negombo

Amuna Ayurveda & Wellness Retreat, Dambulla

The Sky Loft Kandy

Sama Retreats – Kosgoda

Meals are provided according to the programme at each hotel. During the dedicated wellness experience, guests can enjoy Ayurvedic meals prepared with fresh, locally sourced fruits, vegetables and herbs, together with herbal teas designed to complement the programme. An authentic village experience with a freshly prepared traditional Sri Lankan lunch is also included.

The programme includes Ayurvedic consultations with qualified practitioners, personalised treatments and therapies, yoga and guided meditation during selected stays, wellness and mindfulness experiences, and entrance fees for included sightseeing. Cultural experiences, temple visits, a guided nature and mindfulness experience in Kandy and selected sunrise and sunset wellness sessions are also included.

Travel throughout the journey in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated chauffeur-guide, providing comfortable transportation between Negombo, Dambulla, Kandy and the South Coast, as well as the sightseeing and experiences included within the itinerary.

A personalised airport meet-and-greet and private transfer are included on arrival, together with private transportation throughout the journey. On Day 12, a transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport is arranged according to the departure flight schedule.

The source itinerary does not list a separate optional-upgrades package, so I would keep this section accurate and simple: Personalise your Mindful Escape with additional wellness treatments, accommodation enhancements and private experiences, available upon request and subject to availability.

  • Early Bird Discount on selected departures
  • Flexible instalment payment options
  • Discount vouchers
  • Ceylon Discovery Club loyalty points
  • Single-room option available with the applicable supplement
Day 1 – Arrival - Negombo

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, receive a warm welcome before transferring to your coastal hotel in Negombo. Take the rest of the day at leisure to relax and recover from your journey, enjoying the peaceful coastal surroundings.

Includes:

  1. Doctors Consultation and Assessment of your bio-energetic type daily.
  2. Ayurvedic oil head therapy (shiroabyanga)
  3. Ayurvedic oil Body therapy (snehana)
  4. Ayurvedic face therapy (vakthrabyanga)
  5. Ayurvedic foot therapy (padabyanga)
Day 2 – Negombo

The morning begins with a relaxing Ayurvedic wellness treatment, designed to calm the body and mind, ease stress and restore a natural sense of balance and wellbeing.

Includes:

  • Doctors Consultation and Assessment of your bio-energetic type on daily
  • Ayurvedic oil head therapy (shiroabyanga)
  • Ayurvedic oil Body therapy (snehana)
  • Ayurvedic face therapy (vakthrabyanga)
  • Ayurvedic foot therapy (padabyanga)

Late afternoon, explore Negombo’s local fishing communities and take a guided city tour, discovering the town’s coastal life, local landmarks and everyday culture.

Day 3 – Negombo

The morning begins with a relaxing Ayurvedic wellness treatment, designed to calm the body and mind, ease stress and restore a natural sense of balance and wellbeing.

Includes:

1.Doctors Consultation and Assessment of your bio-energetic type on daily.

  1. Ayurvedic oil head therapy (shiroabyanga)
  2. Ayurvedic oil Body therapy (snehana)
  3. Ayurvedic face therapy (vakthrabyanga)
  4. Ayurvedic foot therapy (padabyanga)



Day 4 – Negombo - Dambulla | Culture & Ayurveda

After breakfast, travel to Dambulla, journeying through Sri Lanka’s countryside towards the Cultural Triangle.

Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, an ancient cave complex filled with impressive Buddha statues, colourful murals and centuries of Sri Lankan history.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy a traditional Ayurvedic experience, beginning with an introduction to Sri Lanka’s ancient wellness practices followed by a relaxing Ayurvedic treatment to unwind after the day’s journey.

Daily sunrise and sunset group hatha yoga sessions followed by guided meditation (suitable for all levels of  practitioners including beginners)

Day 5 – Sigiriya | Yoga, Heritage & Meditation

The morning begins with a Morning awakening yoga and meditation session, surrounded by the peaceful natural setting of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle.

Optional: Sigiriya or Pidurangala 

Later in the afternoon, visit a local temple for a peaceful meditation session and an introduction to Buddhist teachings, offering time to reflect while experiencing the spiritual traditions of Sri Lankan culture.

Daily sunrise and sunset group hatha yoga sessions followed by guided meditation (suitable for all levels of  practitioners including beginners)

Day 6 – Dambulla | Ayurveda & Local Living

Begin the morning with yoga and breathwork in nature, followed by a traditional Ayurvedic treatment session, with time dedicated to relaxation and overall wellbeing

Later, experience Sri Lanka’s rural way of life with a local village experience. Meet a local family and discover traditional cooking methods before enjoying a freshly prepared Sri Lankan lunch. 

Daily sunrise and sunset group hatha yoga sessions followed by guided meditation (suitable for all levels of  practitioners including beginners)

Inclusions:

  • Initial consultation with our in-house Ayurvedic practitioner to personalise your wellness journey.
  • Wholesome Ayurvedic meals prepared using fresh, locally sourced fruits, vegetables and herbs, vegetables and herbs. ✓ Unlimited herbal teas to aid detoxification, rejuvenation, and relaxation.
  • 1.5 hours Daily Ayurveda therapy sessions tailored to your specific needs
  • Group Hatha Yoga sessions every morning and evening, followed by guided meditation.
  • Ongoing progress reviews and lifestyle consultations to support long-term wellness
  • Thoughtfully curated wellness activities to deepen your retreat experience
Day 7 – Dambulla - Kandy | Herbs, Culture & Spirituality

After breakfast, travel towards the hill capital of Kandy. En route, visit the historic Aluvihare Rock Temple, a significant Buddhist site surrounded by natural rock formations and known for its deep connection to Sri Lanka’s Buddhist heritage.

Optional visit to an Ayurvedic herbal garden to discover traditional medicinal plants, herbs and their uses in Sri Lankan Ayurveda.

Upon arrival in Kandy, check into the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Day 8 – Kandy | Ayurveda & Relaxation

Begin the morning with a guided nature walk and mindfulness session, taking time to enjoy the peaceful surroundings at a slower pace.

Spend the afternoon at leisure before visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in the evening, followed by a gentle walk around Kandy Lake.

Day 9 – Kandy - South Coast | Movement to the Ocean

Begin your Ayurvedic wellness tour plan with a personal consultation with an Ayurvedic practitioner, introducing the principles of this traditional Sri Lankan healing practice and identifying treatments suited to individual wellbeing needs.

Continue with personalized Ayurvedic treatment, using traditional herbal oils and therapies designed to support relaxation and restore balance.

Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, allowing time to rest, enjoy the beach and fully experience the benefits of the treatment.

Day 10 – Ayurveda | Understand Your Body

Begin your Ayurvedic wellness tour plan with a personal consultation with an Ayurvedic practitioner, introducing the principles of this traditional Sri Lankan healing practice and identifying treatments suited to individual wellbeing needs.

Continue with personalized Ayurvedic treatment, using traditional herbal oils and therapies designed to support relaxation and restore balance.

Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, allowing time to rest, enjoy the beach and fully experience the benefits of the treatment.

Day 11 – Ayurveda | Restore & Rebalance

Begin the day with sunrise yoga by the coast, followed by a guided meditation as the morning begins. Enjoy a healthy Sri Lankan breakfast before meeting with the wellness practitioner for a final consultation, reflecting on the treatments and experiences throughout the journey.

Spend the afternoon at leisure by the beach, with time to relax and enjoy the ocean. As the sun begins to set, come together for a final reflection and farewell experience by the coast, bringing the wellness journey in Sri Lanka to a meaningful close.

Day 12 – Departure

Enjoy a relaxed final breakfast overlooking the coast.

Depending on the departure flight, spend the morning at leisure before transferring to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Leave Sri Lanka after ten days combining ancient culture, yoga, Ayurveda, local experiences, mountains, tea country and the Indian Ocean.

Important info

Booking Info

After booking, you will receive a payment receipt and booking confirmation, together with a link to complete the Passenger Information Form. The form must be completed within 72 hours of booking.

Please include any special requests, dietary requirements, wellness preferences or optional extras when completing the form. As the journey includes personalised Ayurvedic treatments, individual therapies will be determined following consultation with the qualified Ayurvedic practitioners.

  • An initial deposit of AUD 150 per person is required upon booking confirmation.
  • The remaining balance can be paid in three instalments.
  • The final instalment must be paid 60 days prior to the date of arrival.
  • More than 60 days prior to arrival: Full refund
  • 31–60 days prior to arrival: 50% cancellation charge
  • 15–30 days prior to arrival: 75% cancellation charge
  • 14 days or less prior to arrival: 100% cancellation charge
  • No-show: 100% cancellation charge

Additional wellness treatments, accommodation enhancements and private experiences can be arranged upon request at an additional cost, subject to availability.

Optional experiences within the tour include:

  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress or Pidurangala
  • Ayurvedic herbal garden experience
  • Additional personalised wellness treatments and therapies

Additional wellness experiences, excursions, accommodation upgrades, private experiences and personalised arrangements can be arranged upon request at an additional cost, subject to availability.

  • Ayurvedic consultations and assessment with qualified practitioners
  • Personalised Ayurvedic oil head, body, face and foot therapies
  • Approximately 1.5 hours of daily Ayurveda therapy during the dedicated wellness programme
  • Sunrise and sunset Hatha Yoga
  • Guided meditation and breathwork
  • Ongoing wellness reviews and lifestyle consultations
  • Dambulla Cave Temple experience
  • Meditation and introduction to Buddhist teachings at a local temple
  • Authentic village experience with a local family
  • Traditional Sri Lankan cooking experience and lunch
  • Aluvihare Rock Temple
  • Guided nature and mindfulness experience in Kandy
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  • Sunset meditation by the ocean
  • Sunrise yoga on the South Coast
  • Ayurvedic meals and herbal teas during the dedicated wellness programme
  • Personalised airport meet-and-greet and private transfers
  •  
  • International flights
  • Tourist visa
  • Sigiriya or Pidurangala entrance and experience, where selected as an optional activity
  • Optional Ayurvedic herbal garden visit
  • Additional wellness treatments and therapies not specified in the programme
  • Accommodation enhancements and private experiences
  • Additional meals, snacks and beverages not specified in the tour plan
  • Early check-in and late check-out

Visas are not included in the package cost. Travellers are responsible for obtaining the required visa and ensuring that their passports and other travel documents meet the applicable entry requirements prior to travel.

Stay Period – 01 November 2026 to 19 December 2026
Description 02 Pax 04 Pax 06 Pax
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,349 2,140 1,999
Single Supplement Cost (USD) 885 885 885
Stay Period – 10 January 2027 to 30 April 2027
Description 02 Pax 04 Pax 06 Pax
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,450 2,225 2,140
Single Supplement Cost (USD) 950 950 950
Stay Period – 01 May to 30 June 2027 & 01 September to 30 October 2027
Description 02 Pax 04 Pax 06 Pax
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,350 2,125 2,050
Single Supplement Cost (USD) 900 900 900
Stay Period – 01 July 2027 to 31 August 2027
Description 02 Pax 04 Pax 06 Pax
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,380 2,150 2,075
Single Supplement Cost (USD) 940 940 940
Stay Period – 01 November 2027 to 19 December 2027
Description 02 Pax 04 Pax 06 Pax
Per person cost sharing double room (USD) 2,475 2,250 2,169
Single Supplement Cost (USD) 1,100 1,100 1,100

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