In 2015, Merrill J. Fernando received the Business for Peace Award in Oslo, given by the Award Committee of Nobel Laureates in Peace and Economics. To do this, we store the data as outlined in our privacy policy. Best, Glenna, Hi Glenna, It is definitely an indulgence to stay at Ceylon Tea Trails but it is also probably the best hotel in Sri Lanka. Our room was comfortable, spacious, clean, and had all the amenities we needed and more. All bungalows offer both indoor and outdoor dining areas. I’d love the pampered luxury, the scenery and the tea tours! Also send me the latest blog posts by e-mail, Independent Travel Cats Monthly Newsletter, Logos, images, and content all protected by copyright. What a great start of the day! Tientsin Bungalow offers a swimming pool, clay tennis court, billards room, library, croquet lawn, and gardens. Ceylon Tea Trails New Ideas Into Ceylon Tea Trails When the flower reaches the bottom it’s assumed to have completely bloomed and the tea is about to be served. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. It offers 6 guest bedrooms, and is decorated in High Colonial style. The attentive staff made us feel special. ~ Jessica, Yes, I would so stay in a place like this… I’m not a tea drinker, but I see they have whiskey… I mean coffee It looks so different to the vision I had in my mind, quite beautiful, very relaxing and scenic. You can also see available rooms and floor plans for each of the bungalows on the Tea Trails website. Sri Lanka has been coming up a lot lately, maybe this is a sign. From Hatton, it is a 20 minute drive to the nearest Tea Trails bungalow Summerville and a 45 minute drive to the farthest, Tientsin. Hi Alesha, Yes, Ceylon Tea Trails is indeed a great mix of luxury and history which is why we enjoyed it so much! There is an excellent website for Tea Trails, where you can get more information or make a booking. in Yala National Park and our recommended 1 week Sri Lanka itinerary for couples. It felt unique. After dinner I like reading a book in the common living room, next to the fireplace. I love the story and association with Dilmah and the Fernando family. Our favorite was the Tientsin bungalow which is the one we stayed at. Oh such a rough life with all this personal attention and decisions. Just returned after a weekend trip from Colombo to Ella by Expo Rail. If you make a purchase using one of these links it means we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Plum Guide Review: A New Alternative to Airbnb? It has the most classic feel of all the bungalows and is the only one with a tennis court. Enter your email address to follow BSEAinsider and receive notifications of new posts by email. They are all scattered among the green hillsides. But most things should still be the same. Then after not being able to maintain them, they sold them back to private investors. so just ask. Each bungalow offers a private house experience with own chef, butler and other staff. Dunkeld is located on the opposite side of the Castlereagh Reservoir from Summerville. But it’s time for lunch. It was a great way to relax and spend a few very unique days in the middle of a long journey. You can also read about our most recent 5-day Sri Lanka trip experience that took us from Colombo to Tea Country to leopard hunting (for photos!) Luxury hotels and spas are definitely springing up in the country, and Ceylon Tea Trails is sort of the gold standard. Singapore is also ones of its markets. One of the many great things about Ceylon Tea Trails is that the lodging price is inclusive of all your meals, snacks, afternoon teas, soft drinks, and a select range of wines, beers, and spirits. First, we were shuttled from Tientsin to the Dunkeld Tea Factory located on the Dunkeld Estate. During afternoon tea (on the side terrace in case you were wondering! We are warmly welcomed by Sanjaya, our butler. The big decision is which bungalow? Tea Trails- Sri Lanka – 11 Days, 10 Nights Tour. DAY 01 : AIRPORT - ARRIVAL / NEGOMBO • Arrive to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport and met by representative of Ceylon Lanka Tours. In our guest room at Tientsin, there was a service button located next to the bed, and when rang our butler or one of the other staff members would come to our room. It’s a travel in time to a bygone colonial era. One of my previous firms used to stock Dilmah tea exclusively so I’ve drunk my fair share of Dilmah tea, but I had no idea about its history. A. ll rooms rates include a private butler service, gourmet meals, afternoon tea, snacks, alcoholic drinks, wireless Internet, and a complimentary tea factory tour. We got the impression that if there is something you want to do, you should just ask and the staff will arrange it if it is at all possible. Difficult questions? Profits are shared with the workers and local communities, and a percentage of the profits are also used to fund both the MJF Foundation and Dilmah Conservation. Future luxury properties are planned for both Yala and Sigiriya. It is much less common in the U.S. and it is not sold in most places here in the UK yet. However, there are differences in some of the amenities as well as the decor of the properties. This was our driver’s favorite bungalow and will likely to appeal to anyone looking for a bungalow with a modern feel. All bungalows are from the British colonial era and offer many of the same amenities, for instance all 5 have a spring-fed swimming pool and offer in-room spa treatments. Hope you enjoyed our reliving of our wonderful two days at Ceylon Tea Trails in Sri Lanka! They have a future one also planned for Sigiriya. As always, feel free to ask us any questions or leave us any tips or advice of your own! If you don't see the confirmation e-mail, please check your spam folder. -Property description-, tea trails is perched at an altitude of 1250, meters in sri lankas panoramic ceylon tea region-, bordering the central highlands world heritage, site. I would recommend packing a sweater or light jacket as the evenings can be a bit cool outside. They also have other properties with the same high standards as this resort, one on the coast called Cape Weligama and one about to open near Yala National Park. Such luxury and beautiful scenery! Even tea was incorporated in many of the meals which was a nice touch. The Ceylon Tea Trails Experience: In central Sri Lanka, lies the Golden Valley of Tea. Next we toured the actual factory. This bungalow is also the easiest to rent out for a group and is likely a good bet for those seeking peace and quiet. ), the chef came out to introduce himself and go over the dinner menu and ask us about breakfast preferences the next morning. , and it is amazing how much tea a skilled worker can pick in a day! Room Types: There are currently 26 rooms available across the 5 bungalows, and there are four room types offered at Ceylon Tea Trails. The bathroom was large and spacious with double sinks, a claw foot bathtub, heated towel rack, and rain shower. Each stay includes a visit to the local tea factory and see first hand the whole process of making the tea. Definitely looked like a nice getaway. There is a real Old-World feel to the classic decor and furniture. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Comprising of five restored tea planters' residences in the heart of Sri Lanka's tea region, each bungalow offers a slice of history and an opportunity to experience the romance of Ceylon Tea. We’d love to especially thank our butler Chaminda Bandara and Lakmal for taking such good care of us during our (way too) short stay, as well as Chef Chaminda, Abeywardena, and Kasun. I had actually learned to picked tea once in Vietnam, and it is amazing how much tea a skilled worker can pick in a day! They are located near the town of Hatton and the village of Tientsin. Here, five classic colonial bungalows, built for British tea estate managers in the days of the Raj, have been caringly restored by Dilmah Tea with the cooperation of Bogawantalawa Tea Estates. I preferred it because it is one of the more traditional ones and it was also really peaceful when we stayed (we were the only residents the first night). One of the great things is that you can stay at more than one bungalow if you are staying for multiple days at Tea Trails, or you can just visit some of the other bungalows as we did during walks or for meals. Great and very interesting blog which has sealed my intention to visit Tea Trails. Five hours drive from Colombo on windy roads, passing through lush tropical vegetation and bustling towns, bring us to luxurious tea-planter bungalows tucked amongst the plantations. ~ Jessica, What a comprehensive review and very timely for me as I’m thinking of visiting Sri Lanka. During our visit, we didn’t have an issue with mosquitos but there were leeches. If you are looking for reading materials for your stay, all the bungalows have small libraries or you can bring your own. The panoramic views over mountains and emerald tea plantations are breathtaking. But if you are staying at Tea Trails, you can visit the other bungalows for lunch or tea during the day, so you can always visit the others. Beds feature premium bedding. ( Log Out /  Tea Trails is operated by Resplendent Ceylon Ltd. which also operates Cape Weligama, a beach resort that sits along Sri Lanka’s southern cliffs which is currently the only other Relais & Châteaux resort in Sri Lanka. Our photos can’t do it justice as it was still being cleaned and renovated before its grand opening the following week! It was late and I woke up poor Lanka who knocked on our door within a couple of minutes to check on us. ), snacks are also available all day long! After morning tea, we’d roll out of bed and get ready for breakfast. Hiking and biking between them can be easily arranged. And every morning spoils us with a coffee and hot cinnamon milk in bed. Isle of Raasay Travel Guide: Top Things to do on Raasay, Best Vacation Rental Websites: Where & How to Book Online. © Copyright 2013 - 2020, Ceylon Tea Trails in Sri Lanka: Luxury, Tea, and Colonial Ambiance, Basic Information about Ceylon Tea Trails. 1.9K likes. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window), Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Skype (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), 24 Places to Stay in South East Asia Once the Covid-19 Pandemic is Over. Service is definitely top-notch here and the best we have experienced anywhere in Sri Lanka. It has some of the best gardens of all of the bungalows and two summer houses. The rest of my time at Ceylon Tea Trails followed a similar formula: breakfast, walk through the tea plantations, lunch, rain, tea, reading in the library, dinner, sleep. All  5 of the bungalows were built while Sri Lanka was the British colony of Ceylon between 1802 and 1948. For those who crave relaxation, there are swimming pools, the gardens, board games, in-room spa treatments, paneled libraries, and bay windows framing beautiful scenery. There is a drink trolley where I can serve myself a glass of whisky but I don’t drink so I ask for a freshly made ginger tea instead. So I think Castlereagh would be suitable for your needs based on your questions. As we neared Ceylon Tea Trails the beauty of the tea plantations continued to increase as the tea fields were everywhere in sight; left, right, front and back…. Luckily none jumped on me (I find them really creepy! 1.5 miles from Ceylon Trails #29 Best Value of 3,365 places to stay in Colombo “ Went out after a long time and I thought to go cloud red since I do always love the Long Island ice tea … When I found out when planning our trip to Sri Lanka that they have a tea themed hotel, I had to go! I am not sure if I can afford to stay at Ceylon Tea Trails, but I am definitely going to investigate for our upcoming trip we are planning to Sri Lanka in the Fall. The staff were friendly and professional, making us feel welcome and that nothing was too much to ask. He dreamed of owning a company that sold and marketed 100% high quality pure Ceylon tea and keeping the profits within his own country. Looks a bit different now – but the pool was still there back then , That is very cool that your uncle once managed the tea planation house at Norwood. Views, comfort, ambience are important. Perched at an altitude of 1250 meters, Ceylon Tea Trails is the gold standard for luxury bungalows in Sri Lanka. Summerville is situated high above the Castlereagh Reservoir and offers great views over the water and tea-covered mountains. Ceylon Tea Trails is the most coveted place to stay in Sri Lanka, and a perfect place for history and tea lovers like us. Ceylon Trails, Colombo, Sri Lanka. Mr. De La Harp was very pleasant and was happy to answer all our questions. There are Luxury Rooms (smallest rooms), Master Suites with a separate living room, Garden Suites with a verandas to a private garden area, and a secluded Owner’s Cottage. Merrill Fernando’s two son, Dilhan and Malik (their names led to the name Dilmah), continue in the family business. But I’d recommend a minimum of 2 nights at any of the bungalows. We were soon joined by another couple, and then led outside by the resident planter, Mr. Marlon De La Harp, All the tea is hand picked and we were welcome to give it a short go and pick the “two leaves and a bud”. The gorgeous green hills, the river and reservoir down below, everywhere, I mean everywhere you looked was just … The Tea Factory has a scenic location and is surrounded by tea fields as well as housing, a medical care center, and a child development center for the workers. #TheWeeklyPostcard, Hi Lolo, Glad you found our post interesting and Ceylon Tea Trails is definitely an excellent place for tea lovers! The leaves are appropriate for use in tea bags. Built in 1888 at an altitude of 4600 ft, Tientsin was named after a village in China where the original tea seedlings came from (all thoroughly explained on your included tea … Our butler Chaminda introduced himself, told us a little about the property, and asked us how we’d like to spend the rest of the day. Each of the historical bungalows has its own distinctive character and offers a boutique luxury experience in Sri Lanka’s Tea Country. That’s gorgeous – and so not what I was expecting!! Can I visit Tea Trails without a Booking? The five bungalows of Ceylon Tea Trails are scattered among the emerald hillsides of Sri Lanka´s Golden Valley of tea, Bogawantalawa. Room Costs and Booking: Rooms rates (with taxes included) range from about USD $650 to $1,350 per night for double occupancy, with the Luxury Rooms being the lowest priced and the Owner’s Cottage the most expensive. There are currently 5 bungalows at Tea Trails, with the latest addition being the recently opened Dunkeld Bungalow. The hotel consists of 5 colonial bungalows nestled within one of the best tea regions in Sri Lanka. Each bungalow comes with a head butler, chef, and a small team of house staff. It seems to me that you guys stay in the nicest places! Fruit plates are followed by a full Western style or Sri Lankan breakfast cooked to order. Dunkeld Bungalow was built in 1925 and offers 4 guest bedrooms and the detached Owners’ Cottage. Dining at Tea Trails: Tea Trails offers an inclusive experience with room rates including all meals, snacks, drinks, and afternoon teas. ( Log Out /  Although Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) was no longer a colony of Britain after 1948, the British continued to dominate the top positions related to the tea industry in Sri Lanka. Clearly you can sort of roll from one meal to the next, but it is best to get in some exercise and sightseeing in between to help work off some of the indulgent meals. The Tea Trails transport was waiting at the station with water and a new SUV for the short trip to our bungalow, in this case Tientsin. Hi Seana, Yes, I agree. The food looks amazing as does everything else about your stay there. ?Thanks for answering? My first experience with Dilmah was while having afternoon tea at the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris. The drive took about 5 hours and was a bit tedious with traffic. This was the beginning to our two days in Sri Lankan paradise! We never requested a key but did stick a few valuables in the in-room safe. Ceylon Tea Trails comprises of five colonial era bungalows. It was also the British who established the major coffee and tea plantations in the country. Flaunting heritage style, each features graceful top-tier Master Suites, Garden Suites and Luxury Rooms, and comes with its own manager, chef, butler and house boys. Spent most of the journey in the open deck which was great for photography and just enjoying the scenery and fresh mountain air. Summerville Bungalow was built in 1923 and offers 4 guest bedrooms, decorated in the style of a country cottage. In addition to a menu listing available drinks, there is also a small open bar area in each bungalow’s lounge which has a selection of wines, spirits, and mixers. It is Malik that has headed up the leisure tourism side of the business, forming Resplendent Ceylon and opening their first luxury resort Tea Trails in 2005. We got to watch a woman picking tea and then watch a group of pickers bring in their leaves from the fields for weighing. Tientsin Bungalow offers guests views of the tea-carpeted mountains towards the World Heritage Horton Plains National Park. Perched 4,000ft above Sri Lanka’s panoramic tea region, the four bungalows that form Ceylon Tea Trails provide an amazing setting for exploring the lush tea plantations of the highlands, as well as opportunities for spectacular treks and bike rides against a backdrop of … During our visit, we didn’t have an issue with mosquitos but there were leeches. Stay in one of five authentic tea planters’ bungalows, each one of which has its own charm. It is situated in a position high above the reservoir and offers amazing views over the lake, tea fields of the Dunkeld estate, the Dunkeld Tea Factory, and mountains. The roll-top bath with a garden view calls my name. I think about 50% of travel bloggers have been to Sri Lanka since the Professional Travel Bloggers Association conferences have been held there in recent years ~ Jessica. A staff member is available 24 hours a day in case you need anything. on the Colombo-Ella journey had 2 open deck sections while on the return just one. Each bungalow offers 4-6 rooms and comes with its own dedicated staff (manager, butler, chef, and houseboys). The bungalow at Norwood offers 6 rooms and commands a fine view of the eastern end of the Bogawantalawa valley and has some amazingly large bamboo surrounding it. **Disclosure: We were provided free accommodation at Ceylon Tea Trails in order to review the resort as travel writers. Settle in one of the four restored tea, planters bungalows with period furniture and, gourmet cuisine. If you are looking for a few books set in colonial Sri Lanka, you might consider, Dining & Afternoon Tea at Ceylon Tea Trails, Tea is obviously the star beverage at Ceylon Tea Trails, and we were given a list of the, Note that throughout Sri Lanka, including hotels, alcohol cannot be served on the. We saw just about every unoccupied room in four of the bungalows ranging from the Luxury Rooms to the Owner’s Bungalow, and honestly we would have been happy to sleep in any of them. I feel like being in a Michelin star restaurant. ~ Jessica. A real treat. Dilmah is a family-owned company that sells single origin 100% pure Ceylon tea that is processed using traditional methods and packaged at the source. The service at Tea Trails is friendly but professional, and staff went out of their way to accommodate us and no request seemed to be an inconvenience. This sounds like such an interesting tour and hotel, Jessica. ~ Jessica, Your email address will not be published. I loved that we could walk or get a complimentary shuttle service to the other bungalows and enjoy meals there as well. Luckily none jumped on me (I find them really creepy! It’s a beautiful bungalow, and the pool looks amazing:) ~ Jessica. The magnificent buildings of the Ceylon Tea Trails are located on the world heritage site of the Sri Lankan Bogawantalawa Valley. We personally chose to have a very relaxed schedule and in between the wonderful meals and afternoon teas, we chose to hang out at a couple of the pools, play croquet, do a little reading, visit the other bungalows, and enjoy the gardens and hiking paths. We decided to go to our rooms to unpack and get refreshed and then to have afternoon tea. ou can also email them at reservations@resplendentceylon.com or call them at +94 11 774 5700 for reservations or questions. This one is located the furthest from Hatton compared to the other 4 bungalows. If you are planning to go on a long hike or bike ride, the staff can prepare a packed meal or picnic basket for you. Activities offered at Tea Trails: Ceylon Tea Trails offers a number of activities for guests, many of them complimentary. The five Ceylon Tea Trails bungalows are located between 2 km and 15km (1.25 to 9 miles) from each other. It has a swimming pool, sun deck, summer house, croquet lawn, and gardens. The chef comes to us and shares the menu for the day . Book Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais & Chateaux, Sri Lanka on Tripadvisor: See 1,619 traveller reviews, 1,966 candid photos, and great deals for Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais & Chateaux, ranked #1 of 9 hotels in Sri Lanka and rated 5 of 5 at Tripadvisor. The scenery, food, and service at Ceylon Tea Trails are great reasons to go as well as the open bar ~ Jessica, Wow, this estate looks gorgeous and truly luxurious! The cultivation and exportation of spices, There are now six major tea regions in Sri Lanka, and Dimbula, where the Tea Trails bungalows are located, was one of the first areas to be planted in the 1870s. Dunkeld offers an amazing infinity-edge swimming pool, hot tub, sun deck, library, and croquet lawn. Upon arrival, we were greeted and led into a room where there are informational exhibits on the tea industry in Sri Lanka and the tea making process. one week day-by-day itinerary for couples, afternoon tea at the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris, Gifts for Travelers – Travel Gifts Made in the USA. This is the most recent bungalow to open at Tea Trails, restored in 2015. But even if you can’t stay at the hotel, I’d definitely recommend still visiting the region as it is very scenic with the tea fields, hills, and waterfalls. Hi Donna, It is indeed an amazing resort in Sri Lanka if you are ever in that part of the world! The Owners’ Cottage is located just above the Dunkeld Bungalow that is accessed from a small private path, and is perfect for a romantic honeymoon or private family getaway. Ha! Subscribe to our monthly newsletter. If driving yourself or taking an overland transfer, it is about a 4 to 5 hour drive from Colombo, 2 hours from Nuwara Eliya, or 2.5 hours from Kandy. The most elegant and evocative place to drink in Sri Lanka's lush Tea Country is undoubtedly the Ceylon Tea Trails. The train ride from Columbo to Ella is a great one and very scenic Best, Jessica, Wow, this place looks amazing. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. This Hatton resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Thank you for sharing! Many people coming to stay at Ceylon Tea Trails are interested in learning about the tea industry in Sri Lanka and learning about the tea making process. There were the classics (English Breakfast, Earl Grey), some exotic flavors (Rose with French Vanilla and Mediterranean Mandarin), single region Ceylon teas, and even single estate teas. Hi! Ceylon Tea Trails Hatton, Kŏḷamba, Sri Lanka ratings, photos, prices, expert advice, traveler reviews and tips, and more information from Condé Nast Traveler. Tea Trails operates with a group of experts with many years of franchising experience. Obviously these things are largely outside the control of the hotel, but if you are sensitive to noise, I would note this upon booking to try to get the quietest bungalow. Although the Dutch had first introduced coffee in Sri Lanka, it was the British (with the labor of the local people) who were able to open large commercial plantations making it a profitable crop. I can’t think of anything negative to say about our stay, but If there was one improvement I could suggest, it would be a better DVD selection! Sri Lanka looks like a really interesting destination to visit – elephants, tea, colonial history, lush scenery. There are now six major tea regions in Sri Lanka, and Dimbula, where the Tea Trails bungalows are located, was one of the first areas to be planted in the 1870s. We loved the Tientsin Bungalow and its Old World charm and hope that some day we have a chance to return and stay in some of the bungalows which each have their own character. 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