Honeymoon to Sri Lanka

If your idea of the perfect honeymoon is all about long, lazy days on a palm-fringed coastline with a dash of adventure thrown in, then Sri Lanka is the ideal destination. Sandwiching relaxing time on the beach with the beautiful landscapes of Yala National Park and the Hill Country this itinerary provides the perfect balance.

1. Days 1-4: Koggala Lake

   Starting off we have included three nights for you on the beautiful south coast where you can completely relax and unwind after the excitement of the wedding, just enjoying being in the company of each other. Staying in Habaraduwa you can do as little or as much as you want here with Galle just a short journey away. Wander in to explore the old fort area with an expert guide before trying one of the amazing restaurants serving the freshest of tasty seafood dishes tinged with a hint of Sri Lankan spice. We have included a lovely experience, venturing one day into the surrounding countryside exploring Kapu Ela River by boat and cycling through rural Galle, uncovering the beauty of the region.

   Accommodation: KK Beach (3 nights)

2. Days 4-6: Yala National Park

   From here your private chauffeur will transfer you to Yala National Park, taking just over four hours. There is something inextricably romantic about safari and we have included two nights of wildlife for you here. Spend your days exploring Sri Lanka’s premier wildlife area, with two safaris included daily before enjoying sundowners and star lit dinners by night.

   Accommodation: Wild Coast Tented Lodge (2 nights)

3. Days 6-9: Nuwara Eliya

   Then it is on to the beautiful hill country, surrounded by tea plantations. Your private chauffeur will again be on hand to transfer you on a journey of just over five hours. It is not hard to see why this area of Sri Lanka is sometimes referred to as ‘little England’, with its colonial tea bungalows with beautifully manicured lawns. At a higher altitude it can get a little chillier up here, which all adds to the romantic atmosphere. Spend your days with walks through the plantations and taking life slow surrounded by spectacular views.

   Accommodation: Goatfell (3 nights)

4. Days 9-13: Balapitiya, South Coast, Sri Lanka

   Your final four nights of your honeymoon will be back to the coast, which you will reach after a beautiful six-hour drive through Sri Lanka’s countryside. This time you’ll be in Bentota, located midway between Galle and Colombo, boasting a beautiful long stretching sandy beach.

   Accommodation: Kumu Beach (4 nights)

• Explore Galle Fort

  While staying in the Galle Fort take the time to discover this fascinating colonial town, filled with history. Founded in 1588 by the Portuguese, the fort was subsequently occupied by the Dutch and the British, so there is plenty to explore.

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• Explore the Kapu Ela River by boat & Cycle through Rural Galle

  Enjoy a scenic and immersive tour through the beautiful countryside surrounding Galle. Your journey will take you down the Kapu Ela River by boat and then by bike across the paddies, ending with a traditional Sri Lankan meal and a lesson in hopper making.

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• Kandy Market

  Visit the colourful market in Kandy for textiles, as well as a lively atmosphere.

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• Kandy Royal Botanical Gardens

  The Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, Kandy, is renowned for its wide variety of plant species

  and beautiful flowers. Of particular note is the collection of a variety of orchids.

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• Temple of the Tooth

  This evening you will visit The Temple of the Tooth. The stunning 17th-century Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is believed to house the left upper canine tooth of the Lord Buddha himself.

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• Visit a Cinnamon Plantation

  Today head to Villa Mayurana, close to Koggala on Sri Lanka's South Coast. Learn about the process of growing cinnamon and the history that goes with it. Still a major export, cinnamon has medicinal values as well as being used in everyday cooking.

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Koggala, Yala National Park, Nuwara Eliya & Bentota