Romantic Whispers of Ceylon
This journey is an intimate narrative written for two, weaving together the island’s most enchanting landscapes into a tapestry of shared moments. It is a “slow travel” escape that prioritizes privacy, atmosphere, and sensory delight—from the cool, mist-kissed tea estates of the highlands to the sun-drenched, golden shores of the south. Every detail is “humanized” to celebrate your connection, featuring candlelit dinners under the stars, private spiritual blessings, and stays in the island’s most evocative heritage suites.
Day 01 - Arrival in Colombo / Airport pickup / Transfer to Negombo / Relax by the beach with a gentle sunset walk / Optional: evening foot massage at the resort spa / Overnight in Negombo
Day 02 - Breakfast at the hotel / Transfer to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka’s first royal capital / Explore the sacred Bodhi Tree & Ruwanwelisaya Stupa / Continue to Sigiriya / Evening guided meditation or herbal foot soak at the resort / Overnight in Sigiriya
Day 03 - Breakfast at the hotel / Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress with mindful walking breaks / Afternoon Ayurvedic head & shoulder massage or optional village walk / Overnight in Sigiriya.
Day 04 - Breakfast at hotel / Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple / Scenic drive to Kandy / Evening visit to Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic / Optional sound healing or gentle yoga session / Overnight in Kandy
Day 05 - Breakfast at hotel / Scenic drive through lush hills to Nuwara Eliya / Stop at a tea estate for tasting & relaxation with herbal teas / Evening guided breathing exercises in the gardens / Overnight in Nuwara Eliya
Day 06 - Breakfast at the hotel / Scenic train journey from Nuwara Eliya (Nanu Oya) to Ella / Picture stop at Ravana Waterfalls / Explore Ella town & Nine Arch Bridge / Evening Ayurvedic foot massage after the journey / Overnight in Ella
Day 07 - Enjoying nature through short walks/ Yoga sessions/ Optional meeting with a Buddhist monk for cultural dialogue/ Relaxing evening
Day 08 - Breakfast at hotel / Scenic drive to Thalalla on the southern coast / Sunset walk along the beach / Overnight in Thalalla (boutique wellness retreat)
Day 09 - Breakfast at retreat / Full day of wellness & relaxation: optional yoga, ocean therapy or Ayurvedic spa treatments / Leisure beach time / Overnight in Thalalla
Day 10 - Drive to Colombo / Evening spa therapy/ wellness dining experience in Colombo / Overnight in Colombo
Day 11 - Breakfast at the hotel / Optional sunrise meditation / Airport transfer for departure with a refreshed body & mind
Inclusions:
- 10 Nights of boutique and wellness retreat accommodation (Bed & Breakfast basis).
- Private air-conditioned transport with all fuel, highway tolls, and parking.
- Service of a professional English-speaking chauffeur-guide.
- Reserved train tickets for the scenic hill country sector.
- Daily bottled mineral water and all government taxes.
Exclusions:
- International airfares and entry visa fees.
- Entrance tickets to sites (Sigiriya, Temple of the Tooth, etc.).
- Lunches and dinners (unless specified as wellness dining).
- Personal expenses,
Highlights:
- Private, English-speaking chauffeur-guide for the entire 11-day journey.
- A blend of Ayurvedic treatments, including foot soaks, head and shoulder massages, and spa therapy.
- Mindful exploration of UNESCO sites: Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Anuradhapura.
- The legendary scenic train journey and a secluded wellness retreat in Thalalla.
- Focused wellness activities: sunrise meditation, yoga, and breathing exercises.