Sri Lanka Honeymoon Itinerary
Duration
11Days10Nights
Duration
General Tours
Overview
The Visit Lanka Tours Welcome to the Sri Lanka Honeymoon Itinerary ! Our tour comprises 11 days with 10 nights in Sri Lanka. This tour itinerary is designed for romantic couples planning an unforgettable honeymoon. You both visit tourist attractions in the country and participate in rock climbing, wildlife safaris, whale-watching tours, and train rides. Starting in Negombo, you will travel to central Sri Lanka and the beaches of the southern province.
Itinerary
Day 01
Airport to Negombo
- To start the Sri Lanka Honeymoon Itinerary, The Visit Lanka Tours representative will warmly welcome you at the Katunayake Airport. The representative will also serve as your chauffeur throughout the tour. On the first day, we will take you to the Negombo area, which is a nearby city near the airport. You and your loving partner will stay the first day in a beautiful hotel near the ocean.
- Negombo is a major city in the western province of Sri Lanka. It is famous as a fishing village where you can see a multi-cultural society in the surrounding area. Negombo is also famous for its beautiful beaches. You can enjoy your first day with rest and the cool sea breeze.
Day 02
Negombo to Sigiriya
- After your breakfast in the Negombo hotel, we will travel to Sigiriya by leaving Negombo. You will reach Dambulla after a few hours, where you will visit your first major tourist attraction in Sri Lanka, the Dambulla Cave Temple.
It consists of both a modern and an ancient temple. The contemporary temple is called Dambulla Golden Temple, where you can see modern architecture. The ancient temple is known as Dambulla Cave Temple, located a short distance from the contemporary temple. It is considered the most revered cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The cave temple has a history of over 2,000 years and is where that evidence can be found. There are five major caves, and those are colorful with beautiful paintings and almost 150 Buddha statues.
After the temple visit, we will take you to another beautiful hotel in Sigiriya for rest and dinner.
Day 03
Around Sigiriya
- On this day, you will climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning. Then we will take you to a Ayurvedic Herbal Massage on your request.
- In the afternoon, we will go for a wildlife safari into a national park near the Sigiriya. In there you will see many wild animals including Sri Lanka Elephants.
- Then we will safely drop you to the same Sigiriya Hotel for the overnight stay.
Day 04
Sigiriya to Kandy
- Today is a much relaxing day and we will travel from Sigiriya to Kandy.
Along the way, you will first visit Nalanda Gedige Temple. Next, you will visit a beautiful garden called the Matale Spice Garden. It is a place where you can observe the spices that grow on Sri Lankan soil. You can purchase them if you are interested in them further.
The day will end when you both arrive at your Kandy hotel.
Day 05
Visit around Kandy City
- On this day, you will travel to some of the most significant places around Kandy City. After breakfast at the hotel, you will go to the Temple of the Tooth Relic. The Toth Relic Temple is an important place for Buddhists all over the world. The Left Canine of the Lord Buddha has been established here for a few centuries. After worshiping the temple, you will come to see the beauty of Kandy Lake. Then we will next visit Kandy View Point according to your preferences. It is a nice place where you can observe the top view of the city.
Peradeniya Botanical Garden is the location of your nest. It is the place where you can watch many different kinds of plant species. There are around 4000 plant species, including a beautiful flower collection. The garden is a superb spot to escape the urban environment and get rested. Then in the evening, we will participate in a special event called the Kandy Dancing Show. There, you can see Sri Lankan traditional dances, which are organized by the Kandy Lake Club.
After visiting many places, you will return to the Kandy Hotel to end your fifth day of our Sri Lankan honeymoon tour.
Day 06
Kandy to Ella through Nuwara Eliya
- On the 6th day of your Sri Lanka honeymoon tour, we will travel from Kandy to Ella through Nuwara Eliya. It is a beautiful route with many green tea gardens. We will stop for a few minutes near a waterfall along the way. The hilly route will generate some magical views. You will also be lucky to visit a tea factory and its tea estates. On the farm, you and your partner will participate in tea-picking activities alongside local laborers. In the tea factory, you can learn how the famous Ceylon tea is processed.
Nuwara Eliya is one of the major cities in Central Province, with an elevation of 1881 m. Its cool and pleasant weather will make you more relaxed. The city is also called “Little England in Sri Lanka.” Nuwara Eliya is most beautiful between March and May. We will visit a few major attractions in Nuwara Eliya according to our remaining time. We will next drive to Nanu Oya railway station, where you will travel to Ella by train. It is another nice thing to do in Sri Lanka that every tourist must try out. If you are not on a train schedule, we will travel directly to Ella City with the ongoing vehicle.
After you’ve completed the scenic train ride, we’ll meet you at the Ella train station. Then we will next visit our hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 07
Ella to Tissamaharama
- After breakfast at the hotel, you will hike to Ella Little Adams’ Peak. It is a nice activity in the early morning. After one hour of hiking, you can reach the viewpoint of that mountain. The morning view towards southern Sri Lanka is absolutely fantastic. After the hike, your next location is Nine Arch Bridge. It is an old bridge constructed by the British in the early twentieth century. The specialty behind that bridge is that it is made with zero metals. You can walk along the train road, which is a great place for photography.
Next, we will travel to Tissamaharama from Ella. Ravana Ella is a beautiful waterfall that you will meet along the route. We will stay a few minutes near the waterfall, and you can visit the area according to your wishes. There is a tale behind that waterfall, and it connects with the epic tale of Ramayanaya. After a few hours of driving, we will come to your hotel in Tissamaharama. After that, we’ll pack a picnic lunch and go on a safari to Yala National Park. It is the second-largest national park in Sri Lanka, with abundant wildlife. Yala is considered the best place to watch leopards in Sri Lanka.
We will return to the hotel after your stunning wildlife safari.
Day 08
Tissamaharama to Mirissa Beach
- After a delicious breakfast on the morning of this day, you and your loving partner travel to Mirissa from Tissamaharama. Now that you are approaching Sri Lanka’s southern beaches, Mirissa is another popular tourist attraction with many things to do. You will visit Missa Beach and the famous Coconut Tree Hill on this day. Mirissa Beach is an excellent location for surfing and other water sports. Later, you will check into your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 09
Mirissa
- According to our Sri Lanka honeymoon tour itinerary, you will also spend your ninth day in beautiful Mirissa. We will arrange a whale-watching tour according to your request. The whale-watching tour starts early in the morning, and you can watch whales and dolphins during this tour. Thereafter, you will once again come to your hotel. You can visit the hotel’s private beach and enjoy the rest of the day with beach activities. It’s a laid-back day.
Day 10
Enjoy the Beach and Pool
- You are much more relaxed on the tenth day of your honeymoon tour. There is no set schedule for today. You can enjoy the whole day with your partner at the beach or in the pool. If you’re leaving on the morning of the last day, we can go to Galle City to watch the old fort according to your wishes. Between the 16th and 18th centuries, the fort was built by both the Portuguese and the Dutch.
- If your departure time is in the evening on the last day, then we can plan the Galle tour for the next morning. You will come to your same Mirissa hotel for an overnight stay and finish the day.
Day 11
Mirissa to Airport
- Based on your flight schedule, we will check out of the hotel and travel to Katunayaka Airport. Within 2 to 3 hours of your departure time, our courteous chauffeur will safely drop you off. Finally, this will conclude our Sri Lanka honeymoon itinerary.