#37 Serendipity in Paradise A 12-Day Romantic Escape to Sri Lanka

#37 Serendipity in Paradise A 12-Day Romantic Escape to Sri Lanka.

This 12-day romantic honeymoon getaway to Sri Lanka takes you on a journey through ancient cities, misty mountains, and pristine beaches. From cultural landmarks in Anuradhapura and Sigiriya to the scenic beauty of Nuwara Eliya and the adventure-filled forests of Kitulgala, the tour offers a perfect mix of history, nature, and romance. End your journey with pure relaxation on the golden shores of Bentota, making unforgettable memories together.

Tour Highlights

Embark on a 12-day romantic honeymoon through the enchanting island of Sri Lanka, where ancient wonders, scenic highlands, and golden beaches await. Begin your journey with a coastal welcome in Negombo before heading to the sacred city of Anuradhapura, steeped in centuries-old heritage. Continue to Habarana for serene moments amidst nature, then explore the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the golden cave temples of Dambulla. Discover the cultural charm of Kandy, home to the Temple of the Tooth, and unwind in the misty landscapes of Nuwara Eliya, known as "Little England." Enjoy an adventurous escape in Kitulgala with optional rafting and nature trails, and finally, retreat to the sun-kissed shores of Bentota for a blissful beachside finale. This honeymoon is a perfect blend of romance, culture, nature, and relaxation.

DAY 1 – Colombo Airport – Arrival - Negombo

* Days Itinerary – Meet & greet at the Colombo airport and drive to a hotel in Negombo for relaxed overnight stay. If time permits in the afternoon and if you wish to do the boat rides in Hamilton canal to see the sunset over Sri Lankas west coast.

* Stay overnight in Negombo.

DAY 2 - Route – Negombo - Anuradhapura

* Days Itinerary – Leave Negombo for Anuradhapura upon arrival check in to a hotel in Anuradhapura, evening brief site seeing tour in to the ancient city.

* Overnight stay in Anuradhapura. 

DAY 3 - Route – Anuradhapura – Habarana - Sigiriya

* Days Itinerary – After relaxed breakfast at the hotel leave for Habarana where you can engage real Sri Lankan village experience including a cooking demo, rice & curry lunch and a boat ride in to a lake close by, afternoon at 2.00 pm you will be taken to one of national parks in the close vicinity to witness herds of wild Elephants in their natural habitat.

* Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

DAY 4 - Route – Sigiriya – Dambulla - Sigiriya

* Days Itinerary – Morning visit Sigiriya rock fortress and back to hotel and relax till evening, then pay a visit to Dambulla cave temples and back to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

* Overnight stay in Sigiriya.

DAY 5 - Route – Sigiriya - Kandy

Days Itinerary – At your own pace drive to Kandy upon reaching Kandy visit gem museum, Batik factory, wood carving factory & Peradeniya Royal botanical garden and then at 5.00pm witness the cultural show and on completion visit the Buddhist most sacred Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the tooth).

* Overnight stay in Kandy. 

Day 6 – Kandy - Ramboda – Nuwara Eliya

Morning visits the Royal botanical garden in Peradeniya and proceed to Nuwara Eliya on route where you can witness how pure Ceylon tea grows, pluck and processes whilst enjoying a good cup of Ceylon tea. Upon reaching Nuwara Eliya check in to the hotel for short break and in the evening, you are free to walk and enjoy the city, parks and the lake your own in the cool clime.

* Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

DAY 7 - Route – Nuwara Eliya

* Days Itinerary – Do the morning trek to Single Tree Hills and meet villagers of Shanthipura the highest situated village in Sri Lanka & engage with their day-to-day activities whilst having a cup of tea with them and on completing the trek back to hotel and afternoon is yours and free to walk and explore the Nuwara Eliya also known as the “Little England”.

* Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

DAY 8 - Route – Nuwara Eliya – Horton Plains – Kitulgala

* Days Itinerary – On this day you will be visiting the Horton plains national park and on completion drive to Kitulgala where you can enjoy some water rafting.

* Overnight in Kitulgala.   

DAY 9 - Route – Kitulgala – Bentota

 * Days Itinerary – On this day you can explore Kitulgala of doing some water rafting, and trekking to the Belilena pre historic cave which believed to be the one of the locations human extinct dating back to 35000 years or trekking to rainforest where you also can see many birds’ endemic to Sri Lanka & migrant birds or driving straight to Bentota after your breakfast in Kitulgala.

* Stay overnight in Bentota.

DAY 10 - Route –Bentota

* Days Itinerary – Day to relax by the tropical Indian oceans wide white sandy beach or you can enjoy many water activities such as boat ride to Mangrove Forest, fishing, deep sea fishing or some water activities.

* Stay overnight in Bentota.

DAY 11 - Route –Bentota

* Days Itinerary – Another day to enjoy Bentota or you have the choice of doing a day trip to colonial city of Galle.

* Overnight stay in Bentota.

DAY 12 - Route – Bentota – Colombo airport – End of the tour

* Days Itinerary – Depending on your departure flight time leave Bentota 3.00 hrs. Before the flight time.

* Drop you off at the airport and end of the tour.

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