Tea Trails & Southern Sunsets

From USD 2000Per Person
This 8-day romantic journey blends Sri Lanka’s cultural highlights with misty highland escapes and coastal sunsets. Begin in Kandy, the island’s last royal capital, where couples stroll the Royal Botanical Gardens, enjoy lakeside walks, and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Continue into the cool tea country of Nuwara Eliya, with colonial charm, plantation tours, and high-tea experiences. Take one of the world’s most scenic train rides to Ella, visiting its iconic Nine Arch Bridge and enjoying peaceful hikes. Finally, unwind in Mirissa, where turquoise waters, palm-fringed beaches, and candlelit dinners by the ocean create unforgettable sunsets and intimate moments.
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This 8-day romantic journey blends Sri Lanka’s cultural highlights with misty highland escapes and coastal sunsets. Begin in Kandy, the island’s last royal capital, where couples stroll the Royal Botanical Gardens, enjoy lakeside walks, and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Continue into the cool tea country of Nuwara Eliya, with colonial charm, plantation tours, and high-tea experiences. Take one of the world’s most scenic train rides to Ella, visiting its iconic Nine Arch Bridge and enjoying peaceful hikes. Finally, unwind in Mirissa, where turquoise waters, palm-fringed beaches, and candlelit dinners by the ocean create unforgettable sunsets and intimate moments.

Morning: Take a leisurely stroll through the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, a favorite for couples with orchid houses and palm avenues.

Afternoon: Free time for a couples’ spa session or exploring Kandy’s quaint shops and cafes.

Evening: Enjoy a romantic dinner by Kandy Lake, illuminated by lantern reflections.

Overnight Stay: Kandy at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Scenic drive into the tea hills of Nuwara Eliya (approx. 2.5 hrs).

Afternoon: Experience a tea tasting session at a plantation and enjoy a guided walk through the colonial town with its red-brick post office and racecourse grounds.

Evening: Watch the sunset at Gregory Lake, a peaceful setting for couples.

Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Optional cycling tour through tea estates, with views of misty hills and waterfalls.

Afternoon: Indulge in a classic high-tea experience at a colonial-style hotel, a romantic tradition dating back to the British era.

Evening: Leisure time at the hotel or a private dinner setting.

Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Board the famous train journey from Nanu Oya to Ella (tickets should be booked at least 1 month in advance; otherwise transfer by road).

Afternoon: Visit the Nine Arch Bridge, a stunning piece of colonial engineering surrounded by tea plantations.

Evening: Relax at your boutique lodge in Ella with cool mountain breezes.

Overnight Stay: Ella at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Gentle hike up Little Adam’s Peak, offering panoramic views of valleys and tea gardens.

Afternoon: Drive to Mirissa (approx. 4–5 hrs) and check in at a beach resort.

Evening: Walk to Coconut Tree Hill for a dramatic ocean sunset.

Overnight Stay: Mirissa at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Seasonal whale-watching excursion (Nov–Apr), with chances to see blue whales, sperm whales, and dolphins.

Afternoon: Free time to relax on Mirissa’s sandy beaches or at a seaside café.

Evening: Enjoy a romantic beachside dinner, under the stars with the sound of waves.

Overnight Stay: Mirissa at Star-class Hotels (3★ / 4★ / 5★) or Boutique Hotels.

Morning: Leisure breakfast before transferring to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for departure (approx. 3.5–4 hrs).

Overnight Stay: Not applicable (departure).

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