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A rare and intimate look into the gem world, guided by someone who reveals what usually stays unseen. Clear, engaging explanations show how stones are truly read, understood and chosen. An eye-opening moment for every traveler!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet us in front of the KFC entrance in Ratnapura (Main Street). Your guide will be waiting for you wearing a red cap with the "brillianterra" logo, so you can easily recognize him.
Itinerary
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1Ratnapura Gem Market
In Ratnapura, travelers will explore the city’s vibrant gem culture through a guided visit of local trading areas and artisan workshops. Your local expert will explain how gemstones move from miners to brokers to cutters, with insights and evaluation methods reviewed by a professional gemologist.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Ratnapura
Immersive visit with local lapidaries: watch skilled artisans cut, shape, and polish gemstones, and observe the heating process used to enhance their color
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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