Ancient forts • Private plantations • Tea estates at 1,400 metres • Mountain wellness
Sri Lanka's most romantic circuit - built only for you
Your Day-by-Day Journey
Itinerary
01Day
Colombo - Arrival
You'll be met at the airport with a traditional garland welcome and driven to Colombo in a private, English-speaking chauffeur-guided vehicle. In the evening, take a stroll along Galle Face Green to watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Where Ancient Waters Carry Your Wishes to Forever
The Beira Lake Coin Wish - A Private Moment for Two
At sunset, we take you to the shores of historic Beira Lake for a simple, private ritual: each of you makes a quiet wish and releases a coin into the water, a memorable way to mark the start of your life together.
Your first evening ends with an intimate welcome dinner at the famous Ministry of Crab.
★ Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo - A landmark on the Colombo waterfront, with floor-to-ceiling ocean views and polished five-star service.
Overnight Stay: Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo
02Day
| Colombo to Galle Fort - Ancient Walls, New Memories
A scenic drive south along the coast brings you to Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site full of history and charm.
★ Fort Bazaar, Galle — An 18-room boutique hotel inside the historic fort, set in a restored spice merchant's house, with cafés, heritage sites and beaches a short walk away.
Your Afternoon & Evening
Check in and relax at your own pace — a swim in the pool, then a complimentary Social Hour (5–6 PM) of cocktails, wine, beer and canápés, offered exclusively to Fort Bazaar guests.
At dusk, your guide walks you through the fort's Portuguese, Dutch and British history, reaching the southern ramparts at sunset — ocean on three sides, the old lighthouse, and no crowds.
Dinner is at Fortaleza, a candlelit courtyard restaurant on Middle Street serving international and local dishes, seafood and signature cocktails.
Overnight Stay: Fort Bazaar, Galle
03Day
Galle Fort - The Slow Day
Early Morning (7:00 AM)
Start with a quiet early-morning walk along the ramparts before the crowds arrive your guide gives context, then gives you space. Return for a relaxed Sri Lankan breakfast on Fort Bazaar's terrace, overlooking the historic fort.
Morning
Mid-morning, enjoy a private demonstration of Beeralu, Galle's traditional bobbin-lace craft with one of the few artisan families who still practise it.
Midday
Lunch at Pedlar's Inn Café, a converted Dutch colonial house known for its sandwiches and brownies or a private table at your hotel. 5-6 PM: a second complimentary Social Hour of cocktails, wine, beer and canápés.
Optional Evening - Private Sunset Yacht Experience
Optional: a 3-hour private sunset cruise for two, with dinner under the stars, a bottle of wine, personal service and an optional moonlit swim.
04Day
| Galle to Yala - Wild Horizons
Head east as the coast gives way to open wilderness, with two stops along the way:
Ridiyagama Safari Park
Sri Lanka's first open-range safari park - 500 acres across six zones where lions, zebras, giraffes and Sri Lankan elephants roam freely while you explore by jeep.
Hambantota Bird Park
A peaceful stop for bird lovers, with flamingos, kingfishers and a host of resident and migratory species
★ Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Yala - One of Sri Lanka's most striking wilderness retreats, with luxury tented suites set between jungle and ocean at the edge of Yala National Park.
Arrive, unwind, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.
Overnight Stay: Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Yala
05Day
Yala National Park - Into the Wild
Safari within Yala National Park - departs from the lodge
Morning Safari
Yala has the highest density of leopards on earth. On a morning jeep safari, your naturalist guide takes you deep into the park to spot leopards, elephants, crocodiles, peacocks and more.
2726 An Evening to Remember - Beneath a canopy of stars and surrounded by the sounds of the wild, your table glows softly in candlelight — petals, crystal, and the untamed beauty of Yala as your backdrop. Tonight, dinner is more than a meal; it is a moment only the two of you will ever share.
Overnight Stay: Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Yala
06Day
Yala to Belihuloya - Rivers & Mist
▶ Approximately 4 hours northwest through the hill country
Travel northwest into the cool highlands of waterfalls, mist and forest.
En Route - Diyaluma Falls - Sri Lanka's second-tallest waterfall, dropping 170 m. Trek to the top with a local guide, swim in the natural pools, and take in panoramic views over the valley below.
★ Glen Rock Hotel, Belihuloya — A tranquil hill-country retreat above the Belihul Oya river, surrounded by greenery, cool mountain air and seclusion.
Arrive, settle in, and enjoy a relaxed dinner and overnight in the highlands.
Overnight Stay: Glen Rock Hotel, Belihuloya
07Day
Belihuloya - Village, Valleys & Candlelight
Morning - Village Walk
A morning village walk: stroll past paddy fields and village homes, watch potters and weavers at work, and meet local families Sri Lanka at its most genuine and unhurried.
Afternoon - Pahanthudawa Waterfall
A short afternoon trip to Pahanthudawa, a secluded forest waterfall with clear pools, cool, quiet and private.
An Evening to Remember As the mountains settle into silence, candles cast a warm glow over your table petals, soft light, and the gentle sound of the river below. A romantic dinner in the highlands, shared just between the two of you. Simple. Intimate. Unforgettable.
08Day
Belihuloya to Kandy - The Hill Capital
Drive north through tea estates and misty peaks to Kandy - Sri Lanka's cultural capital, set beside a lake among ancient temples, gardens and traditional dance.
★ Santani Wellness Resort, Kandy - Sri Lanka's leading wellness retreat, set in 54 acres of forest above the Kandy valley, with minimalist suites and sweeping mountain views.
09Day
Santani Wellness Resort
Spend two days unwinding with couples' spa therapies, Ayurvedic treatments and massages designed to help you relax and reconnect.
10Day
Kandy to Negombo - The Farewell Garden Trail
Before you leave the highlands, visit the two final treasures in Kandy.
Sri Dalada Maligawa The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
One of the most sacred sites in the Buddhist world, on the shores of Kandy Lake gilded corridors, incense and ceremonial bells make for a deeply moving visit
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
147 acres of bamboo groves, royal-palm avenues, orchid houses and century-old trees among the finest botanical gardens in Asia and a lovely afternoon wander.
The Notary's House, Negombo, A heritage boutique hotel set in a restored 19th-century residence, with antique furnishings, tropical gardens and quiet old-world charm.
Evening - Negombo City Discovery
Negombo offers a charming mix of coastal life, colonial heritage and vibrant local culture. Your evening takes in four of its most captivating corners:
◆ Dutch Canal & Fish Market A living relic of colonial Negombo the old Dutch canal winds past colourful fishing boats and bustling quaysides where the day's catch is traded in lively, fragrant scenes of pure local life.
◆ St. Mary's Church One of the most beautiful Catholic churches in Sri Lanka, with striking neo-Gothic architecture and vivid ceiling murals depicting the life of the Virgin Mary.
◆ Negombo Beach & Seafront Promenade A long, golden stretch of beach where the Indian Ocean breeze carries the scent of salt and cinnamon. Stroll the promenade at dusk as the sky turns amber.
◆ Hamilton Canal & Lagoon A tranquil waterway flanked by mangroves and bird life, where traditional outrigger canoes drift silently and the pace of life slows to a gentle, timeless rhythm.
The evening ends with a warm farewell dinner, a toast to your journey and the memories you've made.
11Day
Departure - Until We Meet Again
After a relaxed final breakfast, your private chauffeur takes you to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure
Your Accommodation
Included Stays
Colombo
Shangri-La Hotel
Galle
Fort Bazaar
Yala
Wild Coast Tented Lodge
Belihuloya
Glen Rock Hotel
Kandy
Santani Wellness Resort
Negombo
The Notary's House
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