All About Romance

9 days / 8 nights

All About Romance

Private tour

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Pickup

Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake

Route

Sigiriya
Kandy
Ella
Yala
Galle
Kosgoda
Colombo

Vehicle

Private car or van (air conditioned)

Driver

Experienced, friendly, English-speaking driver

Stay

Three, four or five-star hotel

Meals

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 1

Arrive in Sigiriya (approx. 3 hrs. - 145km)

King Kashyapa of the Mauryan dynasty built the famous Sigiriya rock fortress. Sigiriya functioned as the government's capital for the Sinhala Kingdom until King Kashyapa was defeated in 495 AD. After reaching the top of the Sigiriya rock, the beautiful view will be an unparalleled thrill as you experience the humming of the eco breeze. Your uncertainty about whether such a stunning structure was man-made will vanish as you explore this ancient city. You will have the time of your life on this holiday, so do not be afraid to have expectations for it.

Activities

Arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka
Greetings by our representative and your chauffer at the airport
En route, visit Millennium Elephant Foundation (optional)
Check into the hotel in Sigiriya and relax
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a glass of wine (optional) at the hotel

Feeding the playful giants

Feeling like a King

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 2

Sigiriya

Activities

Wake up to a beautiful morning in Sigiriya for a memorable day
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel buffet
Climb the Sigiriya Rock
Climb the Pidurangala Rock
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional) at the hotel

The entrance of Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Exploring ancient monuments

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 3

Sigiriya - Kandy (approx. 3 hrs. – 90km)

Kandy is well-known for its culture and beauty, and all Buddhists regard it as a sacred city due to the presence of the Dalada Maligawa (temple of the sacred tooth relic) in the city center. The Royal Botanic Gardens, also known as Peradeniya Botanical Garden, is located not far from Kandy and has a wonderful collection of orchids as well as other flora and fauna such as medicinal plants and palm trees. King Wickramabahu III established the Royal Botanic Garden in 1371. Botaniphiles have the chance to study the plant diversity of the Royal Botanic Gardens at the National Herbarium.

Activities

Wake up to a beautiful day in Sigiriya
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel
Check out from the hotel in Sigiriya
Visit Dalada Maligawa (The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic)
Stroll along the Royal Botanic Gardens (Peradeniya Botanical Garden)
Tour around the city of Kandy
Go shopping in the Kandy streets
Check into your hotel in Kandy and refresh yourself
Watch a cultural show in the evening in Kandy
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional) at the hotel

The Temple of Tooth

Flower breeze

A Kandyan cultural show

Lighted up Kandy city

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 4

Kandy - Ella (approx. 4 hrs. – 130km)

Ella is surrounded by waterfalls, tea plantations, and mountain ranges in the heart of Sri Lanka. Ranked as one of the must-see places on the island, it has always been a favorite attraction for adventurers and nature lovers. Ella offers a variety of activities that will thrill your bones out, ranging from hiking, bathing in natural ponds of foamy waterfalls, scenic train rides, and historical wonders like the Nine Arches Bridge and the list goes on. Stay in a luxury hotel and enjoy the wonders of nature in Ella with your loved ones.

Activities

Wake up to create beautiful memories in the sacred city of Kandy
Nourish yourself with a heavenly breakfast from the hotel buffet in Kandy
Check out from the hotel in Kandy
Quick stop at Nuwara Eliya for a quick city tour
Visit a tea factory
Check into your hotel in Ella
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a beer (optional) at the hotel

Charming tea gardens

A breezy sail with scenic views

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 5

Ella - Yala (approx. 2 hrs. – 100km)

Activities

Wake up to the misty sky with the cold bliss in Ella
Enjoy the hotel breakfast buffet at the hotel in Ella
Check out from the hotel in Ella
Visit the popular Nine Arches Bridge
Quick stop at Ellewala Waterfall Wellawaya (optional)
Check into the hotel in Yala
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional) at the hotel

The tea breeze

Instagram-worthy locations

Scenic mountain view

White cascade of waters

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 6

Yala

Yala is an ideal place for viewing the 'big four' of Sri Lankan wildlife: elephants, sloth bears, the elusive leopard, and wild buffalo. Take a jeep safari to Yala National Park to see Sri Lanka's breathtaking natural beauty. As you enter Yala's dense forests and vast grasslands teeming with animal life, you will find yourself becoming one with nature. Yala's safari experience is truly unique, allowing you to interact with wildlife species on a personal yet thrilling level. We ensure to provide an experience that is sure to be memorable and rouse the adventurer in you. Yala consists of many caves that contain centuries-old rock paintings, adding an air of mystery to the park.

Activities

Wake up to the delightful bird chirpings at Yala
Have a delicious breakfast in Yala
Hop onto a safari jeep for a full-day safari in Yala
Enjoy a candle-lit dinner with a glass of wine (optional) in the wilderness

A wild encounter

Showstopper

A kingfisher on a perch

The spotted alpha

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 7

Yala - Galle (approx. 2 hrs. – 160km)

Galle's historical appearance is Portuguese and Southeast Asia, and it is known as the fortified city because it was built by the Portuguese. As you wander around this city, you will see the resemblance of Europe through its monuments. Since it is also surrounded by the sea and a distinct culture, it all adds up to a unique way of life in Galle. This beautiful city will take you back to the 17th century while you feel the breeze and the rumbling sea.

Activities

Wake up to the may-awe of wild peacocks
Enjoy a delightful breakfast in the hotel in Yala
Check out from the hotel in Yala
Proceed to Galle
Check into your hotel in Galle
Walk along Galle Fort listening to its history from your chauffeur guide
Visit a resident gem trader
Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional)

The iconic Galle Fort

Gems of the land

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 8

Galle - Kosgoda - Colombo (approx. 3 hrs. - 150km)

Kosgoda Turtle Care Center is popular since Kosgoda is home to all five turtle species in the Indian Ocean. This is not the case with many other turtle hatcheries on the island, whose beaches only host a subset of the species. The Turtle Care Centre at Kosgoda beach is one of 18 turtle hatcheries on the Southern coast of Sri Lanka. The center is located in the South Western coastal village of Kosgoda and was established in 1981. In this trip, you will also visit Colombo, the commercial capital and a leading tourist hub of Sri Lanka. Tour this beautiful city to witness the cultural diversity and shop till you drop from luxury fashion items to basics at the best prices. Explore modern life with the breeze of greenery and the pristine beach that reminds you that you are indeed on a tropical island. Do not forget to enjoy the nightlife with mouth-watering street food, friendly local vendors, and vibrant nightclubs and pubs.

Activities

Wake up to a the salty and sandy breeze in Galle
Enjoy a luscious breakfast buffet at the hotel
Check out from the hotel in Galle
Visit Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation
Check into the hotel in Colombo and refresh yourself
Tour around Colombo and shop till you drop
Enjoy a mouth-watering dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional)

Sun kissed

A sandy walk

Exploring the Colombo streets

Buzzing Colombo

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 9

Departure (approx. 3 hrs. - 116km)

Activities

Wake up in the Commercial Colombo City
Devour a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel in Colombo
Check out from the hotel in Colombo
The chauffer will meet you in the lobby to drop you at the airport and bid farewell before your flight

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

What the price includes

Accommodation
Private air-conditioned vehicle and an English-speaking chauffeur guide (as mentioned above)
Local government taxes & service charges
1 liter of bottled water a day
Breakfast buffet
Dinner buffet
Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites

What the price does not include

Visas
Insurance
Lunch is excluded unless mentioned
Optional tours and activities
Flights
Airport taxes
Camera & video permits at cultural sites
All expenses of personal nature
Tips and portage
Alcohol
All entrance fees to tourist and other attractions not specified above

Confirmation policy

Confirmation terms differ between peak and off-peak dates. We set them out in writing when you book, so you know exactly where you stand.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms vary with the season too. We give you the exact terms in writing at the time of booking.

Child policy

Children aged two to six receive a 60 percent discount on the per-person adult rate for transfers, excursions and package tours, provided they share a room with two adults.
Children aged seven to twelve receive a 50 percent discount on the per-person adult rate for transfers, excursions and package tours, provided they share a room with two adults.
These discounts apply to a maximum of two children per party. A child who needs a separate room is charged as an adult.

Payments

Once you send us your booking details, we start the reservations and issue an invoice for the final tour cost. You can pay using any of the methods below.

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