Designed for couples, this six-day route pairs hill-country romance with an intimate beachfront finish, moving from Kandy’s lakeside charm through misty tea country, the scenic Ella train ride, and down to the beaches of Bentota. Boutique properties, private moments and candlelit dinners are built into the pacing throughout.
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The Romantic Island Escape
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 01
Kandy's Private Hillside Welcome
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport for a private transfer through scenic countryside to Kandy, checking into an intimate hill-country retreat such as The Kandy House or Kings Pavilion. Stroll hand-in-hand around Kandy Lake, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic at sunset, then enjoy a private candlelit dinner overlooking the hills. Overnight in Kandy.
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Day 02
Tea Estates & Lovers Leap
Wind through misty mountains, waterfalls and endless tea plantations, pausing for a private tea-tasting experience amid lush greenery. Explore Gregory Lake by paddle boat and visit the romantic Lovers Leap Waterfall, before enjoying high tea and a cosy dinner at your luxury highland retreat. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
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Day 03
Rails, Bridges & Sunset Views
Board the famed scenic train from Nanu Oya to Ella, capturing photographs through tea estates, tunnels and mountain views over roughly three hours. Visit Nine Arch Bridge for a relaxed photo session, then unwind with sunset drinks and a private dinner overlooking the valley at your hillside retreat. Overnight in Ella.
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Day 04
Coastal Escape to Bentota
Depart Ella for the southwestern coastline, journeying five to six hours through changing scenery from hills to coastal plains. Arrive in Bentota and check into an exclusive beachfront resort such as Taj Bentota Resort & Spa or Saman Villas, then enjoy a romantic sunset walk and ocean-side dinner. Overnight in Bentota.
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Day 05
Mangroves & Golden Sands
Relax by the beach with time to swim or indulge in a couple’s wellness treatment overlooking the Indian Ocean. An optional private boat safari along the Bentota River drifts through mangroves past a small cinnamon island, before a final romantic sunset walk and candlelit dinner by the shore. Overnight in Bentota.
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Day 06
Farewell Along the Coast
Enjoy a relaxed final morning with an optional beach walk or couple’s spa treatment before a short scenic drive toward Colombo, roughly ninety minutes to two hours. Pause for refreshments, photography or last-minute shopping at a Colombo boutique, then transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight.
Tour Highlights
- Private candlelit dinners in Kandy, Ella and Bentota
- Private tea-tasting experience in Nuwara Eliya
- Scenic train journey to Ella with photo stops at Nine Arch Bridge
- Lovers Leap Waterfall and Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya
- Private Bentota River boat safari past a cinnamon island
Inclusions
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking chauffeur guide throughout the tour
- All accommodation as per the itinerary, on a bed & breakfast basis
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- All entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle throughout the tour
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and tips
- Travel insurance
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Nights
05 Nights
Days
06 Days
Category
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