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Arrive at Colombo airport and transfer north to the ancient cultural heartland of Sigiriya. Check into your luxury jungle lodge — a secluded haven amid the ancient kingdoms. Welcome cocktails on arrival followed by a private dinner in the lodge's open-air pavilion. Flower-decorated room and honeymoon surprises await.

Rise for sunrise at the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress — a 5th-century citadel rising 200 metres above the jungle. Climb together through the ancient frescoes and water gardens to the summit for panoramic views. Afternoon jeep safari in Minneriya National Park to witness the awe-inspiring elephant gathering — hundreds of Asian elephants at the reservoir.

En route to Kandy, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple — a UNESCO World Heritage site of ancient golden Buddhas set inside caverns in the rock. Continue to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to watch the resident elephants bathe in the river. Arrive in Kandy for the evening Kandyan dance and fire show, followed by dinner overlooking the illuminated Kandy Lake.

Morning visit to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic. Drive up to Nuwara Eliya — Sri Lanka's cool, mist-wrapped hill station — stopping at the stunning Ramboda Falls. Private tea factory tour and tasting session on a colonial-era estate. Settle into your heritage plantation bungalow for a cosy evening by the fireplace.

Before dawn, drive to Horton Plains National Park at 2,100m altitude. Hike the circular plateau trail in the golden early light to World's End — a dramatic cliff plunging 870 metres into the misty valleys below — for the most spectacular sunrise in Sri Lanka. Return via Baker's Falls. Afternoon: leisure and spa at your Nuwara Eliya bungalow.

Board the iconic hill country train from Nuwara Eliya toward Ella — waterfalls, cloud forest and tea estates framing every window. Arrive in Ella in the afternoon. A sunset walk across the Nine Arches Bridge together, with the train rolling overhead through the jungle. Dinner at Ella's most romantic cliffside restaurant with views over the valley.

Transfer southwest to the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort — one of the world's most romantic colonial settings. Check into your boutique Fort hotel, with rooms dating to the 17th century. Evening stroll along the ancient ramparts at sunset with the Indian Ocean spread below you. Dinner at one of Galle Fort's celebrated heritage restaurants — a moment to savour.

Dawn boat trip from Mirissa Harbour — the best place on the planet for blue whale sightings. Spend 3–4 hours on the open ocean watching blue whales, sperm whales and pods of spinner dolphins leaping alongside the boat. Return to Galle for a leisurely afternoon exploring the Fort's boutique galleries, cafés and arts scene.

Transfer to Bentota — Sri Lanka's quintessential honeymoon beach destination. Morning: private boat safari through the tranquil Madu River mangrove sanctuary. Afternoon: unwind on the golden beach, try optional water sports, or enjoy a couples' spa treatment at your resort. Private candlelit beach dinner under the stars to close the evening.

A final leisurely morning on Bentota's golden sands before transferring to Colombo. Stop at the vibrant Dutch Hospital precinct for artisan gifts, spices and the finest Ceylon teas. A farewell Sri Lankan breakfast before your airport transfer — departing with a lifetime of memories and the beginning of your greatest adventure together.

Arrive at Colombo and transfer to the heart of Sri Lanka's ancient Cultural Triangle. Your private jungle lodge — nestled between Sigiriya Rock and Minneriya National Park — awaits with chilled champagne, flower-decorated rooms and a private candlelit dinner in the lodge garden to begin your honeymoon in style.

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress at sunrise — the 5th-century citadel whose frescoes and water gardens are among the finest in Asia. Afternoon: private jeep safari in Minneriya for the famous elephant gathering. Return to the lodge for a sunset yoga session on the deck, followed by an Ayurvedic oil treatment for two.

Drive to Kandy with a stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple. Arrive in the royal city for a private guided walk through the Temple of the Tooth Relic, followed by a leisurely afternoon exploring the lakeside market and the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya. Dinner on a private terrace above the illuminated Kandy Lake.

Ascend through cascading waterfalls and emerald tea gardens to Nuwara Eliya. Private tour of a heritage tea estate, learning about Ceylon tea from leaf to cup, with a curated tasting session. Settle into your colonial plantation bungalow — a suite with mountain views, a log fire and a deep copper bath filled with local botanicals.

Pre-dawn drive to Horton Plains National Park. Walk the 9km plateau circuit in darkness, arriving at World's End cliff just as the sun rises over the mist-filled valleys 870 metres below — one of the most powerful moments in Sri Lanka. Return via the thundering Baker's Falls. Afternoon at leisure in Nuwara Eliya.

Board the legendary hill country train — reserved first-class seats for just the two of you — winding through tea estates, cloud forest and waterfalls. Arrive in Ella and explore the charming highland village together. Sunset stroll across the Nine Arches Bridge as the train rolls through the jungle canopy. Private rooftop dinner under the stars.

Transfer to Yala — Sri Lanka's most famous national park and home to the world's highest density of leopards. Dawn safari in your private jeep tracking leopards, sloth bears, elephants and saltwater crocodiles. Afternoon at leisure at your tented eco-camp on the park boundary. Sundowner drinks as the last light fades over the Yala plains.

Transfer west along the palm-fringed southern coast to the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort. Check into your boutique heritage hotel within the 17th-century Fort walls. Guided evening walk of the Fort's cobbled streets — Dutch Reformed Church, lighthouse and colonial mansions bathed in golden light. Rooftop dinner with views over the Indian Ocean.

Dawn boat trip from Mirissa for blue whale watching — the largest animals on earth — alongside sperm whales and acrobatic spinner dolphins. Return to shore for a blissful afternoon on Mirissa's crescent beach. Cocktails at a clifftop bar at sunset followed by fresh seafood at a beachfront restaurant.

A day of pure indulgence in Bentota. Morning: private boat safari through the Madu River mangrove sanctuary. Afternoon: full couples' spa treatment at your beachfront resort — traditional herbal therapies, aromatherapy and hot stone massage. Evening: private candlelit table set on the beach for a farewell Sri Lanka dinner.

Transfer to Colombo for a final morning of shopping — artisan gems, hand-woven textiles and premium Ceylon teas. Afternoon flight to the Maldives. Transfer by speedboat or seaplane to your overwater villa — where turquoise lagoon waters lap beneath your deck and the stars reflect on the still Indian Ocean.

A final morning drifting in crystal-clear waters or snorkelling on the house reef before your transfer to Malé International Airport for your flight home. The Maldives portion of this tour requires separate booking — our team will assist you in choosing the perfect resort for your dream finale. Speak to your Ceylon Travel Hub advisor for more details.