YOUR JOURNEY

14 Days of Rare & Exclusive Sri Lanka

A private honeymoon journey through Sri Lanka's rainforest, misty highlands, wild southern plains and palm-fringed coast. Combining refined stays with extraordinary experiences — from waterfall canyoning and mountain horseback riding to wildlife safaris, the legendary hill-country railway and a sunrise hot-air balloon flight.

Lush rainforest landscape and Kelani River in Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
Day 01

Arrival & Riverside Rainforest Retreat

Colombo · Kitulgala

Schedule: Private airport pickup by your chauffeur, travelling inland through lush tropical countryside toward the rainforest town of Kitulgala.

Afternoon: Settle into your riverside eco-lodge and spend the afternoon unwinding beside the Kelani River, with time for a refreshing tropical drink and a relaxed first evening together.

Overnight: Palmstone Retreat / Borderlands Eco Lodge

✦ Private airport transfer ✦ Rainforest retreat ✦ Riverside romantic dinner
White water rafting adventure on the Kelani River in Kitulgala
Day 02

White-Water Rapids & Jungle Canyoning

Kitulgala

Morning: Gear up for an exhilarating white-water rafting adventure along the Kelani River, navigating its Class II and III rapids with experienced guides.

Afternoon: Set out on a jungle canyoning adventure, including waterfall abseiling through the rainforest. Return to the lodge for a relaxing couples' massage.

Overnight: Palmstone Retreat / Borderlands Eco Lodge

✦ White-water rafting ✦ Jungle canyoning & waterfall abseiling ✦ Couples' spa treatment
Iconic Nine Arch Bridge surrounded by tea plantations in Ella, Sri Lanka
Day 03

Waterfalls & Highland Horseback Trail

Kitulgala · Ramboda · Nuwara Eliya

Morning: Leave the rainforest behind and climb into Sri Lanka's misty central highlands, stopping at spectacular Ramboda Falls along the mountain road.

Afternoon:Enjoy a guided horseback excursion through the cool highlands, with scenic riding routes through open countryside and tea-growing landscapes.

Overnight: Heritance Tea Factory / The Grand Hotel

✦ Mountain journey ✦ Highland horseback riding ✦ Fireside candlelit dinner
Horton Plains highlands in Sri Lanka
Day 04

Horton Plains & The Tea Country

Nuwara Eliya · Horton Plains

Morning: Depart before sunrise for Horton Plains National Park. Follow the approximately 9-kilometre circular trail across windswept grasslands to World's End and Baker's Falls.

Afternoon: Discover the traditions of Sri Lanka's high-country tea with a guided tea-factory visit and tasting, followed by an elegant afternoon tea in the gardens of Nuwara Eliya.

Overnight: Heritance Tea Factory / The Grand Hotel

✦ World's End trek ✦ Baker's Falls ✦ High-country tea experience
Scenic hill-country railway journey in Sri Lanka
Day 05

The Highland Railway & Ella

Nuwara Eliya · Nanu Oya · Ella

Morning: Board a reserved first-class or observation-class railway service from Nanu Oya toward Ella, travelling through emerald tea country, mountain valleys and tunnels.

Afternoon: Arrive in Ella and settle into your luxury hillside retreat. Later, take a gentle walk to the famous Nine Arches Bridge and watch the surrounding hills turn golden in the evening light.

Overnight: 98 Acres Resort & Spa / Hide Ella Hotel

✦ Scenic hill-country railway ✦ Nine Arches Bridge ✦ Luxury hillside retreat
Panoramic view from Little Adam's Peak over Ella mountains and tea plantations in Sri Lanka
Day 06

Sunrise Peaks & Flying Ravana

Ella

Morning: Rise early for a gentle sunrise hike to Little Adam's Peak, where panoramic views open across the Ella Gap and surrounding mountains.

Afternoon: Take to the skies on the Flying Ravana Mega Zipline, soaring above the tea-covered hills before returning to the resort for a relaxing Ayurvedic couples' treatment.

Overnight: 98 Acres Resort & Spa / Hide Ella Hotel

✦ Little Adam's Peak ✦ Mega zipline adventure ✦ Couples' Ayurvedic treatment
Diyaluma Falls with natural rock pools and scenic waterfall views in Sri Lanka
Day 07

Diyaluma's Natural Pools & Sri Lankan Cuisine

Ella · Diyaluma Falls

Morning: Travel to Diyaluma Falls, one of Sri Lanka's highest and most spectacular waterfalls. Hike to the upper pools and enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural rock pools surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery.

Afternoon: Join a garden-to-table Sri Lankan cooking experience with a local chef, preparing traditional dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional clay-pot cooking techniques.

Overnight: 98 Acres Resort & Spa / Hide Ella Hotel

✦ Diyaluma waterfall & natural pools ✦ Private Sri Lankan cooking class ✦ Sunset drinks overlooking the hills
Wildlife safari jeep drive through Yala National Park landscape in Sri Lanka
Day 08

Into the Wild — Yala National Park

Ella · Yala National Park

Morning: Descend from the central highlands toward Sri Lanka's southern dry zone, watching the landscape transform from cool mountain country into warmer, drier wilderness.

Afternoon: Check into your luxury safari camp before heading out on a sunset 4x4 safari in Yala National Park. Search the park's forests, lagoons and open plains for leopards, elephants, sloth bears and other wildlife.

Overnight: Wild Coast Tented Lodge / Chena Huts by Uga Escapes

✦ Scenic mountain-to-jungle journey ✦ 4x4 wildlife safari ✦ Luxury safari camp
Parrot Rock and tropical beach coastline in Mirissa, southern Sri Lanka
Day 09

Wild Coast & A Day to Slow Down

Yala National Park · Yala Coast

Morning: After breakfast, leave the safari vehicle behind and explore the quieter side of Sri Lanka's wild south. Take a guided nature walk through the surrounding landscape, discovering coastal vegetation, birdlife and the traces of wildlife beyond the park roads.

Afternoon: Return to your camp for a completely unhurried afternoon. Swim in your private pool, relax beneath the palms or enjoy a quiet couples' treatment while the sounds of the wilderness continue around you.

Evening: As the sun begins to set, enjoy a private dinner overlooking the wild coastline before spending your final night beneath the stars.

Overnight: Wild Coast Tented Lodge / Chena Huts by Uga Escapes

✦ Guided nature experience ✦ Private pool & relaxation ✦ Couples' wellness treatment ✦ Private sunset dinner
Romantic candlelight beach dinner for couples on the southern coast of Sri Lanka
Day 10

Horseback Riding at Sunset

Yala · Tangalle

Morning: Leave the wilderness behind and follow the southern coastline toward Tangalle. Check into your secluded beachfront retreat and enjoy a relaxed afternoon.

Evening: Finish the day with a private beachside dinner beneath the stars.

Overnight: Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort / Amanwella

✦ Private coastal transfer ✦ Sunset beach horseback riding ✦ Private seaside dinner
Blue whale tail fluke during a whale watching tour off the coast of Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Day 11

Blue Whales & The Southern Coast

Tangalle · Mirissa · Weligama

Morning: Travel to Mirissa for an early-morning private boat excursion in search of blue whales and dolphins in the open ocean.

Afternoon: Continue along the coast toward Weligama. Stop at the famous Coconut Tree Hill before arriving at your cliffside retreat overlooking the bay.

Overnight: Cape Weligama / Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa

✦ Private whale-watching excursion ✦ Coconut Tree Hill ✦ Cliffside ocean retreat
Hot air balloon ride over the scenic landscape and lakes of Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Day 12

Sunrise Balloon Flight & Galle Fort

Weligama · Galle

Early Morning: Take to the skies on a sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the palm-covered countryside and lakes of southern Sri Lanka. The exact flight path will depend on the morning's wind conditions.

Afternoon: Continue to UNESCO-listed Galle Fort. Wander through its historic ramparts, cobbled lanes, boutiques and cafés before watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean.

Overnight: Le Grand Galle / Fort Bazaar

✦ Sunrise hot-air balloon flight ✦ Galle Dutch Fort ✦ Sunset on the historic ramparts
Luxury floating breakfast in a private pool overlooking the ocean in Sri Lanka
Day 13

A Slow Morning & Seaside Romance

Galle · Ahungalla

Morning: Sleep in and enjoy a romantic floating breakfast served in your private plunge pool.

Afternoon: Continue north along the coast to your final beachfront retreat. The rest of the afternoon is yours to slow down — swim, relax or explore quieter stretches of golden beach.

Evening: End your honeymoon with a private multi-course dinner beside the sea, beneath the stars.

Overnight: Heritance Ahungalla / Taj Bentota Resort & Spa

✦ Floating pool breakfast ✦ Private beach leisure ✦ Romantic seaside dinner
Coconut Tree Hill palm grove and ocean views in Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Day 14

Farewell to Sri Lanka

Ahungalla · Colombo Airport

Morning: Enjoy a final tropical breakfast beside the ocean before your private highway transfer toward Colombo.

Afternoon: Arrive at Colombo International Airport for your departure flight.

✦ Tropical breakfast ✦ Private highway transfer ✦ Airport drop-off ✦ Farewell Sri Lanka
INCLUDED

What Your Journey Includes

  • Private chauffeur throughout your journey
  • Personalised travel planning and individual support
  • 24/7 availability throughout your journey
  • Selected stays at carefully chosen hotels
  • Airport pick-up and return transfer
  • Individual adjustments to your itinerary according to your wishes
EXCLUDED

Not Included in the Travel Price

  • International flights
  • Visa and entry fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Additional meals and activities unless otherwise mentioned
BOOKING & CONDITIONS

Important Information
About Your Journey

01

Booking & Payment

A deposit of 20 % is required to confirm your booking.

The remaining 80 % can be paid in cash upon arrival or by bank transfer no later than 3 days before your arrival.

For bank transfers, all applicable bank charges are to be covered by the customer. The full invoice amount must be received by Die kleine Insel.

02

Cancellation Policy

The 20 % deposit is generally non-refundable.

In the event of cancellations within 30 days before arrival, as well as in the case of no-shows, there is also no entitlement to a refund, as accommodation, transfers and other travel services are arranged and confirmed in advance on a binding basis.

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