8-Day Ceylon Valentine Tour with Romantic Candle Light Dinner

Our 8-day trip exploring the beautiful country of Sri Lanka; is home to exotic animals, stunning scenery and beaches, ancient history and culture, and some of the friendliest locals youll ever meet. Begin in Negombo, then head out to Sigiriya Rock for epic views of the surrounding countryside. Visit a tea plantation and learn about Sri Lankan cuisine at a local cooking school. Ride on the famous blue train, then set off on Safari in search of the local wildlife including elephants, buffalos, and flamingos.

Highlights:

• 8-day trip around Sri Lanka
• Dambulla Royal Cave Temple
  
• Hiriwadunna
  
• Sigiriya Rock
  
• Tea plantation
• Sri Lankan cuisine
• Wildlife safari
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  
• Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden
  
• Little Adam's Peak
  

Includes:

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Accommodation
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• WiFi on board
• Private transportation
• All Fees and Taxes
• All Site Entrance Tickets
• All Parking Fees
• Fuel Surcharges
• Water Bottles
• Driver's Accommodations
• Driver's Food

Cancelation policy: free of charge 72 hours before the tour starts.
Itinerary:Day 1: Airport Pick Up 1 Stop 1 Negombo Beach Welcome to Sri Lanka! Well be there at the Colombo airport waiting to pick you up and bring you back to our boutique hotel in Negombo. Well have a beachfront welcome dinner and drinks at sunset, the perfect start to your adventure. 1 day Admission Ticket Included Accommodation: twin-share Deluxe room at a modern hotel. Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Temples and Drive to Sigiriya2 Stops 1 Dambulla Royal Cave Temple Today well head into the center of Sri Lanka, where well learn about the countrys history and culture. Our first stop is the Dambulla Cave Temple, a temple carved deep into the rock face. Next up is the Golden Buddha, a giant statue on a hilltop looking down onto the town below. In the evening, we'll check into our accommodation with views of Sigiriya Rock which we will be climbing in the morning. 2 hours Admission Ticket Included
2 Golden Temple of Dambulla Today well head into the center of Sri Lanka, where well learn about the countrys history and culture. Our first stop is the Dambulla Cave Temple, a temple carved deep into the rock face. Next up is the Golden Buddha, a giant statue on a hilltop looking down onto the town below. In the evening, we'll check into our accommodation with views of Sigiriya Rock which we will be climbing in the morning. 2 hours Admission Ticket Included Accommodation: twin-share Deluxe room at a modern hotel. Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Climb Sigiriya Rock & Visit Village (Village Food Taste) 4 Stops 1 Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress Its an early start today, as well make our way to the top of one of Sri Lankas most famous landmarks - Lion Rock (known locally as Sigiriya Rock). A UNESCO World Heritage site, a giant rock formation standing nearly 700ft tall, an ancient fortress, with mind-blowing views from the top; well worth the trek up. Well come back to our hotel for breakfast afterward, before exploring the town in the afternoon. In the evening well visit a local farming village for a truly authentic Sri Lankan meal around a bonfire, cooked by the villagers. 3 hours Admission Ticket Included 2 Sigiriya Museum Its an early start today, as well make our way to the top of one of Sri Lankas most famous landmarks - Lion Rock (known locally as Sigiriya Rock). A UNESCO World Heritage site, a giant rock formation standing nearly 700ft tall, an ancient fortress, with mind-blowing views from the top; well worth the trek up. Well come back to our hotel for breakfast afterward, before exploring the town in the afternoon. In the evening well visit a local farming village for a truly authentic Sri Lankan meal around a bonfire, cooked by the villagers. 3 hours Admission Ticket Included 3 SigiriyaIts an early start today, as well make our way to the top of one of Sri Lankas most famous landmarks - Lion Rock (known locally as Sigiriya Rock). A UNESCO World Heritage site, a giant rock formation standing nearly 700ft tall, an ancient fortress, with mind-blowing views from the top; well worth the trek up. Well come back to our hotel for breakfast afterward, before exploring the town in the afternoon. In the evening well visit a local farming village for a truly authentic Sri Lankan meal around a bonfire, cooked by the villagers. 2 hours Admission Ticket Free 4 Hiriwadunna
Its an early start today, as well make our way to the top of one of Sri Lankas most famous landmarks - Lion Rock (known locally as Sigiriya Rock). A UNESCO World Heritage site, a giant rock formation standing nearly 700ft tall, an ancient fortress, with mind-blowing views from the top; well worth the trek up. Well come back to our hotel for breakfast afterward, before exploring the town in the afternoon. In the evening well visit a local farming village for a truly authentic Sri Lankan meal around a bonfire, cooked by the villagers. 2 hours Admission Ticket Free Accommodation: twin-share Deluxe room at a modern hotel. Meals: Breakfast Lunch
Day 4: Temple of the Tooth / Gem Museum & Kandy View Point 4 Stops 1 Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic We travel to Kandy today to visit the Temple of the Tooth It is located in the royal palace complex and since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. We learn about this amazing story before watching an amazing sunset of Kandy lake from our hotel on the mountainside. 2 hours Admission Ticket Included 2 Kandy View Point We travel to Kandy today to visit the Temple of the Tooth It is located in the royal palace complex and since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. We learn about this amazing story before watching an amazing sunset of Kandy lake from our hotel on the mountainside. 2 minutes Admission Ticket Included 3 Gem Museum2 hours Admission Ticket Included 4 Kandy We travel to Kandy today to visit the Temple of the Tooth It is located in the royal palace complex and since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. We learn about this amazing story before watching an amazing sunset of Kandy lake from our hotel on the mountainside. 1 day Admission Ticket Free Accommodation: twin-share Deluxe room at a modern hotel. Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Tea Plantation, Cooking Class & Train Journey
3 stops1 Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden We drive past the beautiful town of Nuwara Elia and spend the morning at a local tea plantation where well learn all about the tea brewing process, from leaf to cup. Well then spend some time at a local family-run cooking school, where well be taught how to cook some of Sri Lankas best dishes. Its then time to board the most scenic train journey - and youll quickly see why. Well board the famous train from Nuwara Eliya to the chilled town of Ella. The scenery we pass on the way is seriously out of this world; keep an eye out for waterfalls, wildlife, and friendly locals. 2 hours Admission Ticket Included 2 Nuwara Eliya We drive past the beautiful town of Nuwara Elia and spend the morning at a local tea plantation where well learn all about the tea brewing process, from leaf to cup. Well then spend some time at a local family-run cooking school, where well be taught how to cook some of Sri Lankas best dishes. Its then time to board the most scenic train journey - and youll quickly see why. Well board the famous train from Nuwara Eliya to the chilled town of Ella. The scenery we pass on the way is seriously out of this world; keep an eye out for waterfalls, wildlife, and friendly locals. 2 hours Admission Ticket Free3 Nanu Oya railway station We drive past the beautiful town of Nuwara Elia and spend the morning at a local tea plantation where well learn all about the tea brewing process, from leaf to cup. Well then spend some time at a local family-run cooking school, where well be taught how to cook some of Sri Lankas best dishes. Its then time to board the most scenic train journey - and youll quickly see why. Well board the famous train from Nuwara Eliya to the chilled town of Ella. The scenery we pass on the way is seriously out of this world; keep an eye out for waterfalls, wildlife and friendly locals. 4 hours Admission Ticket Included Accommodation: twin-share Deluxe room at a modern hotel. Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Little Adams Peak & Nine Arch Bridge 3 Stops 1 Ella Early morning starts as we climb Little Adams Peak, for a stunning view of Ella Gap - a gorge full of beautiful waterfalls and stunning backdrops. Well have lunch in Ella town, before stopping off at Nine Arch Bridge, where well walk the tracks and watch the train pass through. 1 day Admission Ticket Free 2 Little Adam's Peak Early morning starts as we climb Little Adams Peak, for a stunning view of Ella Gap - a gorge full of beautiful waterfalls and stunning backdrops. Well have lunch in Ella town, before stopping off at Nine Arch Bridge, where well walk the tracks and watch the train pass through.3 hours Admission Ticket Included 3 Nine Arches Bridge Early morning starts as we climb Little Adams Peak, for a stunning view of Ella Gap - a gorge full of beautiful waterfalls and stunning backdrops. Well have lunch in Ella town, before stopping off at Nine Arch Bridge, where well walk the tracks and watch the train pass through.1 hour Admission Ticket Included Accommodation: twin-share Deluxe room at a modern hotel.Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Stay at a Hotel in Ella

Day 8: Chilled Check out 1 Stop 1 Ella Check out any time today, or opt to stay on a little while longer. Whichever you decide, our guides will be on hand to help out. 1 day Admission Ticket Free Accommodation: Not included Meals: Breakfast

Immersive Sri Lanka: Culture, Nature, and Cuisine

This eight-day trip across Sri Lanka offers a complete taste of the countrys diversity: ancient temples, stunning tea plantations, beaches along the Indian Ocean, and untouched wildlife in national parks. Youll start in Negombo, then head to Sigiriya Rock to explore ancient cave temples and experience village life with a traditional meal cooked over an open fire. The famous blue train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella offers breathtaking views of waterfalls, tea terraces, and lush landscapes. In Kandy, youll visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and taste local dishes and teas. This tour combines educational, cultural, and culinary experiences, making it not just beautiful but deeply memorable.

Tips and Recommendations

To make the most of your journey:

• Dress in light, comfortable clothing and bring a light raincoat
• Wear sturdy shoes suitable for hikes and walking
• Dont forget a hat and sunscreen
• Bring a camera or smartphone with a good camera
• Best time to visit is from November to April
• Following these tips ensures youll enjoy every moment of the adventure

More Facts About This Experience

Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is also called Lion Rock, featuring an ancient fortress at its summit. Kandy, the cultural heart of Sri Lanka, houses Buddhas sacred relics. Nuwara Eliyas tea plantations amaze with terraced greenery, and national parks like Yala let you spot elephants, buffalo, and rare birds. Youll also encounter colonial history through Dutch and British influences and learn about Sinhalese and Tamil culture throughout the journey.

Additional Activities

This trip pairs well with beach relaxation, spices tour, cooking classes, temple tours, or safaris in nearby national parks.

Who Will Enjoy This Experience

This tour is ideal for families, couples, small groups of friends, and culture enthusiasts. It combines active exploration, educational tours, and culinary experiences, making it engaging for almost any traveler.