Day 1· CMB Airport → Negombo
Arrival & Negombo
Private airport pickup and a gentle first evening by the sea.
Airport pickupRomantic beach dinnerSunset on Negombo beach
Stay: Beach hotel · Negombo
Sri Lanka · Private tour
Love in Paradise
Seven intimate days of gardens, tea hills, safari and sunset dinners for two.
Duration
6 Nights / 7 Days
Stops
7 places
Group
2 guests
Rated
5.0 (58)
Overview
An unforgettable route across the island
A honeymoon route designed for couples — beach dinners in Negombo, royal gardens and cultural evenings in Kandy, misty tea country, Ella's famous views, a private safari and slow beach days on the south coast.
Romantic beach dinner in Negombo
Royal Botanical Garden and Kandyan cultural show
Nine Arches Bridge and Little Adam's Peak
Sunset dinner on Mirissa beach
Day by day
Your itinerary
7 thoughtfully paced days across Sri Lanka — and every day is yours to change.
Flexible itinerary — customise any day
Route map
Where you'll travel
- 1Day 1Colombo Airport (CMB)
- 2Day 1–2Negombo
- 3Day 2–3Kandy
- 4Day 3–4Nuwara Eliya
- 5Day 4–5Ella
- 6Day 5–6Yala
- 7Day 6–7Mirissa
- 8Day 7Galle
- 9Day 7Colombo Airport (CMB)
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- 2Day 2· Negombo → Kandy
Sacred & Green Kandy
Into the hill capital for royal gardens and an evening of drums and dance.
Royal Botanical Garden, PeradeniyaKandyan cultural showKandy Lake strollStay: Heritage hotel · Kandy - 3Day 3· Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Tea Hills of Nuwara Eliya
Climb through estates and waterfalls to Little England, ending by the lake.
Tea plantation & factory visitRamboda / Devon waterfallsEvening by Gregory LakeStay: Colonial estate · Nuwara Eliya - 4Day 4· Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Ella's Famous Views
The prettiest corner of the highlands — bridges, hikes and hanging valleys.
Nine Arches BridgeLittle Adam's Peak walkSunset over the Ella GapStay: Cliffside cabin · Ella - 5Day 5· Ella → Yala
Safari in Yala
Down to the dry zone for a jeep safari in Sri Lanka's most-loved park.
Yala jeep safariLeopards, elephants & birdlifeBush sundownersStay: Tented camp · Yala - 6Day 6· Yala → Mirissa
Mirissa Beach Days
Coastal drive to the south's softest sand — nothing to do but swim and watch the sun go down.
Beach relaxationCoconut Tree HillSunset dinner on the sandStay: Beach hotel · Mirissa - 7Day 7· Mirissa → Galle → Airport
Galle Fort & Departure
A last wander through the Dutch fort before your transfer to the airport.
Galle Fort rampartsBoutique shoppingAirport transfer
100% customisable
Customise this tour Make this itinerary your own
This is a private tour, never a fixed group departure. Add or drop days, swap destinations, change hotel standards, add a safari or extra beach nights, slow the pace for family travel, or match everything to your flight dates. Tell us what you'd like and we rebuild the route around you — at no extra planning cost.
What's included
Everything, sorted
- 6 nights romantic boutique stays
- Private air-conditioned vehicle & chauffeur-guide
- Daily breakfast & one romantic dinner
- Yala jeep safari and all entrance fees
Not included
A few extras
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Optional add-ons: flower decorations, candlelight dinners, couples' spa, private boat rides, whale watching, photography sessions
- Personal expenses
Your vehicle
Choose from our fleet
This tour is private — pick the vehicle that fits your group, with a licensed driver guide included.
Toyota Prius
2 seater
Toyota KDH
6 seater
KDH High Roof
10 seater
Toyota Coaster
16 seater
Good to know
Love in Paradise questions
Everything travellers ask us before booking this Sri Lanka itinerary.
How long is the Love in Paradise tour?
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Love in Paradise runs for 6 Nights / 7 Days (7 days) and covers Negombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, Mirissa, Galle. Because every departure is private, we can shorten or extend the itinerary to match your flight dates.
Is a private driver guide included?
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Yes. Every Ceylon Bound Holidays & Tours tour includes a licensed, English-speaking Sri Lankan driver guide and a private air-conditioned vehicle from our own fleet — a Toyota Prius (2 guests), KDH van (6), KDH High Roof (14) or Coaster (20).
Where does the tour start and finish?
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We start with a complimentary pick-up from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo, or from any hotel on the island, and finish with a drop-off wherever suits your onward travel.
What is the best time of year for this Sri Lanka tour?
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Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so there is always a dry coast. December to April suits the west and south coast and the cultural triangle; May to September suits the east coast and Trincomalee. The hill country on this route is pleasant year-round.
How much does the Love in Paradise tour cost?
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From $1,390 per person, based on two travellers sharing. The final quote depends on your hotel standard, travel dates and group size — send an enquiry and we reply with a full itinerary and price within 24 hours.
Can the itinerary be customised?
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Yes. This is a private tour, not a fixed group departure. Add a Yala or Udawalawe safari, extra beach nights, a honeymoon upgrade or family-friendly pacing and we rebuild the route around you.
What is the cancellation policy?
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Free cancellation up to 30 days before departure. Full details are on our cancellation policy page.
Do I need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?
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Most visitors need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before arrival. It is applied for online and is usually approved within 24–48 hours. Our Sri Lanka visa guide walks through it step by step.
Still deciding? Ask us anything about this tour or read our cancellation policy.
Ready when you are
Let's plan your Love in Paradise
Talk to a Sri Lanka specialist — we'll tailor this itinerary to your dates, pace and interests.
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