Gem City Discovery Day Tour

Go behind the sparkle on this immersive day tour of Ratnapura. Visit the gem museum, descend into a traditional demonstration mine, watch master cutters at work, and browse the vibrant Council Avenue gem market with an expert who explains valuation and certification.

Itinerary

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   Day 1

   Gem Museum & geology briefing

   Understand how Ceylon gems form and are graded.

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   Day 2

   Demonstration mine

   Descend into a traditional illam pit and try panning.

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   Day 3

   Lapidary & cutting

   Watch a rough stone become a faceted gem.

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   Day 4

   Council Avenue market

   Browse the open-air trading street with your guide.

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