14-Day Sri Lanka Romantic Tour

Our chauffeur-guide will meet you at the arrivals hall and take you to your hotel in Negombo.

After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day at the hotel relaxing and decompressing from your long flight.

• En route to Dambulla, go to the Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawala. You will have the chance to feed to the elephants, either with bananas or with a bottle of milk.
• On the afternoon, ascend the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an architectural marvel from the 5th century that offers breathtaking views of Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

• Experience the nature and culture of a real Sri Lankan village during a Hiriwadunna Village Tour.
• Drive to Polonnaruwa Town to experience Sri Lanka's rich historical and cultural heritage. Polonnaruwa used to be the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa from the 11th century until 1310 CE.

Polonnaruwa Ruin

• Dambulla Cave Temple was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991 and is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The temple was built out of the slope at the base of a towering rock.
• On the way to Kandy from Dambulla, you will stop at Matale and step into a local spice garden. Try your hand at cooking a classic curry with spices picked in the garden.

Dambulla Cave Temple

• In the morning, visit Temple of the Tooth (named after its Buddha tooth relic), Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist shrine. We suggest attending the ceremony at 9:30 a.m., which features a spectacular procession of elephants, dancers, musicians, fire-eaters, whip-crackers, and flag-bearers.
• The Royal Palace is just next to the Temple of the Tooth. It was the royal residence of the Sinhalese monarchy of the Kingdom of Kandy (1689–1796). 
• Visit the Royal Botanical Garden in the afternoon. The botanical garden is home to an impressive variety of plant species, including rare and exotic plants from different parts of the world.
• In the evening, you can see a traditional dance performance.

Temple of the Tooth

• After breakfast, set off for Nuwara Eliya (approximately 3 hours away).
• We'll escort you to a tea plantation where the world's best Ceylon tea is produced. After learn about the process of manufacturing tea, get hands-on experience of tea picking, and don't forget to sip a cup of pure Ceylon tea.
• Going through the tea factory, you will reach Lovers' Leap Falls. The impressive waterfall is known for its romantic folklore. Legend has it that lovers (a prince and a young local lady whose marriage was opposed by the prince's parents) leapt to their deaths from this water fall and hence the name Lovers' Leap.

A woman is picking the tea leaves

• Get up early, as it is advisable to arrive in Horton Plains before 7:00 a.m., and get to Word's End before 10:00 a.m. (Generally it's foggy after 10:00 a.m.) Discover an array of natural wonders at Horton Plains National Park, where cascading waterfalls, sprawling grasslands, lush forests, and captivating wildlife await.
• Visit some attractions in the city in the afternoon, including the Lake Gregory and one of the oldest post offices in Sri Lanka.

Ceylon Deer in Horton Plains

• Take the scenic morning train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella.
• Then, take a walk along the railroad that passes over Nine Arch Bridge, one of the iconic bridges of Sri Lanka.
• After a short hike, you will be rewarded with the opportunity for a refreshing swim at Ravana Falls.

A train is passing the Nine Arch Bridge

• Start the Little Adam's Peak hike before dawn to catch the sunrise. As the sky begins to light up, you'll witness the first rays of sunlight hitting the peaks and valleys, gradually illuminating the landscape. The changing colors of the sky and the emerging dawn create a magical ambiance.
• Stay at a luxury wild hotel inside Yala National Park for the night after a buffet dinner served at the hotel.

Sunrise at Little Adam's Peak

• Start your morning safari at 6:00, the best time to see leopards in the morning and elephants walking around to get their breakfast. As our jeep roams on the land, you will see lots of wildlife in their pristine condition.
• On the way from Yala to Mirissa, experience pottery making in Tissamaharama. You will meet a pottery expert from the Tissa village who will show you the art of shaping clay into objects.

Yala Jeep Safari

• Transfer to the pier before 7:00 a.m., and sail off onto the ocean. If you are lucky, you will spot blue whales, Bryde's whales, sperm whales, killer whales, dolphins, and turtles on the 3-hour sailing safari.
• Witness stilt fishing, a fascinating and visually-striking aspect of Sri Lanka's coastal heritage.

Mirissa Whale Watching

• Have a boat safari on Madu River in the morning. From the safety of a boat, explore the river's mangrove marshes, which have dark, tunnel-like spots and open, sunny areas. Learn about mangrove trees and watch for animals like crocodiles, snakes, and wild boars. 
• In the evening, a romantic candlelit dinner will be served at the hotel.

Madu River Boat safari

Bentota beach is an appealing destination for both relaxation and exploration. It combines natural beauty, water sports, cultural attractions, and tranquil surroundings. With no schedule for the day, you can have a totally flexible and leisurely time on the beach.

Sunset at Bentota beach

Say goodbye to enchanting Sri Lanka. Your guide will accompany you to Colombo to board your flight back home or onward.