You can hire a private ride from Bandaranaike International Airport to the beach town of Negombo. Take a romantic walk on the beach at sunset to unwind and let the soft golden light set the scene for your trip. At the end of the night, you can have a candlelit lunch by the sea. You can eat delicious, local food in a calm beach setting. Spend the night at Negombo.
Stop at a quiet coconut estate on the way to Sigiriya for a nice lunch in a gorgeous setting. UNESCO has named the famed Sigiriya Rock Fortress a World Heritage site. You can view the sunset in all its beauty from the top. Check into a romantic villa or small resort where you and your companion may unwind and be alone. Spend the night at Sigiriya.
Go on a private safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park to observe wild elephants and other unusual species in their natural habitat. Later, you may all make memories together by going on a canoe excursion and watching a cooking demonstration that is typical of village life. End the day with a couples’ spa treatment that lets you rest and enjoy the beauty of the environment surrounding you. Stay the night at Sigiriya.
While you’re on your route to Kandy, stop by the Dambulla Cave Temple to observe antique Buddhist paintings and statues. Visit a spice garden to smell and taste the drinks and herbs that are there. End the day with a cultural dance presentation that shows off the colorful customs of Sri Lanka. Kandy for the night.
The Temple of the Tooth Relic is a spiritual landmark in the hills of Sri Lanka. There, start your day. You might take a calm boat ride on Kandy Lake or go around the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. A panoramic overlook is a lovely site to eat high tea in the afternoon while taking in the beautiful views of the city. Spend the night in Kandy.
It’s a nice spot to travel by rail or driving over the lush hills. People often call Nuwara Eliya “Little England.” Visit a working tea plantation, learn how tea is made, and then have tea together in a beautiful place. There is a fireplace at your fancy hotel where you and your companion can enjoy a quiet evening together. Spending the night at Nuwara Eliya.
Stop at waterfalls and magnificent vistas on the way to Ella. Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge and hike to the top of Little Adam’s Peak for great views all around. Have a private dinner with a view of the mountains to end the day. The vista is amazing and the setting is charming. Spend the night in Ella.
In the afternoon, go on a private safari in a luxury jeep to Yala National Park. You can drink champagne in the jungle at sunset and observe leopards, elephants, and other exotic species. Spend the night in a romantic, high-end tented lodge that is close to nature and has all you need for comfort and seclusion. Spend the night at Yala.
You can do whatever you want in the morning, or you can embark on an optional safari before going to the South Coast, either Mirissa or Tangalle. At dusk, go along the lovely coastline and have dinner on the beach under the stars. Couples who want to stay at the beach longer can book optional beach extensions. Spend the night on the South Coast.
You have the morning free to spend the last few hours of your romantic holiday. They will transport you to Colombo, and if you have time, you can drive around the city for a bit before being dropped off at Bandaranaike International Airport. Take home memories of Sri Lanka’s beautiful landscapes, rich culture, and romantic times that will last a lifetime.