• Mount Lavinia - Mount Lavinia, situated along the coast of Sri Lanka, is renowned for its pristine beaches and colonial charm. Named after a 19th-century British governor’s lover, it offers a blend of history and relaxation with its luxurious hotels, vibrant nightlife, and panoramic ocean views.
• Ratnapura - You will be starting your tour at 7:00 am from your hotel in Mount Lavinia. Be ready to be picked up by your chauffeur guide at that time. As you won’t be stopping for breakfast, we suggest that you have breakfast before leaving or bring a packed breakfast with you. It will take you up till nearly 10:00 am to arrive at Ratnapura

There you will first meet up with a gem miner who will take you to see the famous moonstone mines.

At approximately 2:00 pm you will be visiting a gem treatment center/laboratory where the precious gems mined in the surrounding area are washed and treated to increase their beauty and quality.

Next you will be going to the Ratnapura Gemological Museum, a small-scale museum with an exclusive collection of the gems and mineral in Sri Lanka on display.

you will be visiting a gem and jewellery store for an opportunity to purchase quality gems at very reasonable prices. After at approximately 5:00 pm you will be leaving to return to Mount Lavinia

• Service of an English speaking chauffeur guide.
• Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• Water bottle per person.

• Entrance Ticket (if any)
• Food and drinks.
• Gratuities

This tour offers an engaging day-long adventure to discover Ratnapura, Sri Lanka’s historic City of Gemstones. Delve into the rich history of this mining city. Observe traditional miners at work in a moonstone mine. Witness the process of washing and treating gems. Explore the Sri Lanka Gem Museum in Ratnapura. Optionally, purchase certified high-quality gems.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.