An 11-day luxury romantic itinerary built around a small selection of the island’s most distinctive boutique and luxury properties, from a heritage residence in Colombo to a tented camp bordering Yala National Park. The pace is unhurried by design, with fewer stops than our other round tours and more time built in at each property […]
Private meet-and-greet assistance at Bandaranaike International Airport leads to a luxury private transfer to Uga Residence Colombo, a heritage boutique retreat in the heart of the city. Welcome refreshments offer time to unwind after arrival, before evening sunset cocktails and a romantic candlelit dinner in a colonial setting. Overnight at Uga Residence Colombo.
A scenic drive through Sri Lanka’s cultural heartland leads to Sigiriya, with a village experience or gourmet lunch overlooking the countryside along the way. Check into Water Garden Sigiriya, an award-winning resort with views of the rock fortress, enjoying a private plunge pool and a romantic dinner beneath the stars. Overnight at Water Garden Sigiriya.
An early morning ascent of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, well ahead of the crowds, rewards with panoramic sunrise views. Return for a leisurely breakfast, with an optional afternoon couples’ spa treatment or village visit. Sunset cocktails overlooking Sigiriya Rock lead into a private fine dining experience to close the evening. Overnight at Water Garden Sigiriya.
A scenic drive toward Kandy through lush countryside includes a visit to Dambulla Cave Temple or a spice garden experience. Check into Kings Pavilion Kandy, an exclusive boutique hillside retreat, then visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and enjoy a romantic stroll around Kandy Lake before an intimate private dinner overlooking the hills. Overnight at Kings Pavilion.
A journey through mist-covered mountains, cascading waterfalls and emerald tea plantations leads to Nuwara Eliya, with a private tea estate visit for an exclusive plantation tour and premium tasting. Check into Goatfell by Teardrop Hotels, a colonial bungalow amid tea estates, closing with traditional afternoon high tea and a cosy fireside dinner. Overnight at Goatfell.
A private transfer to NanuOya Railway Station precedes the world-famous scenic train journey to Ella, passing dramatic mountain landscapes, tea estates, waterfalls and charming villages. Check into 98 Acres Resort & Spa, then visit Nine Arch Bridge and enjoy sunset drinks overlooking Ella Gap. Overnight at 98 Acres Resort & Spa.
A scenic drive toward Yala through Sri Lanka’s southern landscapes leads to Wild Coast Tented Lodge, an ultra-luxury safari retreat bordering Yala National Park. An afternoon shared or private jeep safari searches for leopards, elephants, sloth bears and abundant birdlife, closing with gourmet dining beneath the stars around a campfire. Overnight at Wild Coast Tented Lodge.
An optional early morning safari offers another chance to experience Sri Lanka’s wildlife, before continuing along the picturesque southern coastline to Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort. Relax by the beach or infinity pool, then take a romantic sunset walk along the shoreline before a beachfront dinner. Overnight at Anantara Peace Haven.
A leisure day dedicated to relaxation and romance includes a couples’ spa treatment, yoga session, or private beach cabana. Optional experiences include a sunset catamaran cruise, lagoon kayaking, a cooking class or a beach picnic, closing with a candlelit dinner under the stars overlooking the Indian Ocean. Overnight at Anantara Peace Haven.
A leisurely drive along Sri Lanka’s spectacular southern coast leads to Galle, exploring the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort’s cobbled streets, boutique galleries, artisan shops and colonial architecture. Enjoy sunset drinks overlooking the historic fort walls, then continue to The Fortress Resort & Spa or a similar retreat for a farewell gourmet dinner. Overnight near Galle.
A relaxed breakfast and final moments by the ocean close out the trip, before a private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport via the Southern Expressway for departure, carryingmemories of Sri Lanka’s luxury, romance, wildlife, heritage, tea country and tropical coastline.
