Overview
Ten days, four places, and no rush between them
The coastal edge of Sri Lanka is a visual masterpiece designed for romance, where the warm waters of the Indian Ocean meet wide stretches of gold sand framed by swaying coconut palms. The Romantic Shores & Sunset Moments itinerary is a beautifully crafted honeymoon experience built for couples who want to celebrate their love along the island’s premier beaches.
Your journey begins along the golden resort belt of Bentota, where the wide river meets the open sea. Walking along the shoreline at dusk, the sky transforms into a dramatic canvas of deep crimson, gold, and violet, reflecting perfectly on the wet sand as the tide recedes. The air is warm and salt-sprayed, carrying the soothing rhythm of the waves.
The romantic story climbs to its natural peak as you board a private catamaran cruise at golden hour. Gliding smoothly across the blue waters away from the coast, you sit together on the open deck, sipping chilled champagne as the sun slowly sinks below the horizon, painting the clouds in brilliant shades of pink and orange. The feeling of the gentle ocean spray and the absolute privacy of the boat creates an incredible sense of shared luxury and peace.
The journey continues south to the historic town of Galle, where you step into the charming streets of the UNESCO World Heritage Dutch Fort. Staying in a restored 18th-century colonial mansion, the atmosphere feels sophisticated and timeless. Walking along the ancient stone ramparts at dusk, you watch local families flying kites against a blazing horizon, while the steady crash of waves against the coral sea wall serves as a constant acoustic backdrop.
Your final days are spent in a private beachfront resort in Mirissa, waking up to the sight of azure waters and spending your evenings enjoying fresh caught seafood at a private table set right on the sand, a beautiful conclusion to a coastal honeymoon.
Tour highlights
What you will actually do
- A private catamaran charter at golden hour
- A mangrove boat safari on the Madu Ganga
- A restored eighteenth-century mansion inside Galle Fort
- Walking the Galle ramparts at dusk
- A private blue whale cruise off Mirissa
- Private dinners set on the sand at the waterline
- A couples' spa session and fine dining in Colombo
Route map
Day by day
Itinerary
Day 01 · Arrive Colombo - Bentota
Met at Bandaranaike International and driven straight down the expressway to a luxury resort on the Bentota coastline, about ninety minutes.
Overnight — Bentota
Day 02 · Bentota
Nothing scheduled. The beach is wide and the water is warm, and the point of day one is to stop travelling.
Overnight — Bentota
Day 03 · The Madu Ganga
A private boat safari through the mangrove channels, stopping at an isolated cinnamon island where the bark is still peeled by hand. The afternoon is free.
Overnight — Bentota
Day 04 · Private catamaran
An exclusive catamaran chartered for the two of you — sailing out in the afternoon, swimming off the boat, and a dinner served on deck as the sun goes down.
Overnight — Bentota
Day 05 · Bentota to Galle
An hour down the coast to the fort. Check into an ultra-luxury heritage property inside the walls and walk the ramparts at dusk, when the local families come out to fly kites.
Overnight — Galle
Day 06 · Galle Fort
The cobbled streets, the lighthouse, the Dutch Reformed Church and the gem boutiques, at whatever pace suits. A private walking tour in the evening when the heat has gone.
Overnight — Galle
Day 07 · Galle to Mirissa
Forty minutes east to a secluded beachfront resort. An early night before the boat.
Overnight — Mirissa
Day 08 · Whales off Mirissa
A private early morning cruise to the continental shelf for blue whales and spinner dolphins, without the crowding of a shared vessel. The afternoon is spent in a quiet cove.
Overnight — Mirissa
Day 09 · To Colombo
North to the capital. A couples’ spa session at a luxury hotel and a fine dining dinner to finish.
Overnight — Colombo
Day 10 · Departure
A private transfer to Bandaranaike International.
Inclusions
- 9 nights accommodation in double or twin rooms, meal plan as specified
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur for 10 days
- Airport meet and greet, with parking and paging
- Vehicle and passenger insurance, highway tolls and GPS monitoring
- GST, VAT, service charges, fuel surcharges and all taxes
- Bottled water daily and a complimentary SIM card for the group
- Chauffeur meals and accommodation throughout
Exclusions
- International flights and ETA visa
- Entrance fees and site tickets
- 4x4 jeep hire for safaris, and train tickets
- Travel insurance, tips, laundry and personal expenses
Pricing
Essential Tour
Standard Hotels- 2-3 star
USD xxx pp
on double share basis
Premium Tour
Moderate Hotels – 3-4 star
USD xxx pp
on double share basis
Luxury Tour
Luxury Hotels – 4-5 star
USD 1350 pp
on double share basis
Complementary Included
- Visit the spice garden for complimentary herbal tea and drinks and a 15-minute head massage
- Visit a Tea Factory or Tea Plantation with a Cup of Tea. Each Person
- Free visit to the art and craft center
- Free Visit to the Gem Museum and Lapidary
- Free Visit to the Ceylon Batik Factory
- Free entrance to the strawberry farm
- Free Entrance to the Colombo Casino
Inquire about this tour
Romantic Shores & Sunset Moments
10 days
Accommodation
9 nights across 4 locations. Three hotel standards are offered on this itinerary — Standard at 2-3 star, Moderate at 3-4 star and Luxury at 4-5 star — and you can move the standard up or down at any single stop rather than committing to one tier for the whole trip. Rooms are quoted on a double or twin share basis.
Transportation
One vehicle and one chauffeur-guide for all 10 days, air-conditioned and GPS-monitored, with vehicle and passenger insurance, highway tolls and airport parking included. Standard seating is three passengers plus luggage; larger groups move up to a van or micro-coach with no change to the route.
Questions
About this tour
What makes the catamaran exclusive?
We charter the boat for the two of you, with its own crew and a catered menu. You are not sharing it with another party or working to a fixed group schedule.
Can we swim in front of the resorts?
Yes, at all the properties we use, though safe swimming varies with seasonal currents and the hotels flag the conditions daily. Bentota and Mirissa are both good through the November to April window.
Can we arrange a professional photographer?
Yes. We can coordinate a couples’ shoot in the streets of Galle Fort or on the beach at sunset, which is the better of the two for light.
Is the whale boat private or shared?
This package includes a private charter option, or premium seating on a larger catamaran if you would rather. Both are quoted at the time of booking.
What should we pack for the evenings?
Smart casual is the norm at high-end restaurants in Colombo and Galle — collared shirts and trousers, or elegant resort wear. Nowhere on this itinerary requires a jacket.
Can we visit a gem boutique for blue sapphires?
Yes. Galle and Colombo both have certified dealers and your guide will point you to trusted ones. Ask for the certification paperwork before you buy anything significant.
What if the sea is too rough for the catamaran?
We substitute a private lagoon safari or an extended spa treatment, and where the itinerary allows we try to move the sailing to another evening.
Conditions
- The hotels mentioned above will only be confirmed on availability at the time of booking. If otherwise, suitable alternatives will be suggested before confirmation.
- The consumption of alcohol during “Poya Days” at bars, clubs, and other public areas of the hotel and the operation of similar forms of entertainment establishments is prohibited by law in Sri Lanka. It is recommended that clients contact reception to obtain their respective formalities during their holiday.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations within 01 to 06 days of the arrival date – 100% of the value of the booking
- Cancellations within 7 to 13 days of the arrival date – 50% of the value of the booking
- Cancellations within 14 to 28 days of the arrival date – 25% of the value of the booking
- Cancellations beyond 30 days of the arrival date – to be decided by the hotel on a case-by-case basis.
Important
- Hotel check-in time is 1400 hrs., and check-out is at 1200.
- All transfer times mentioned above are subject to variation depending on traffic flow and road conditions.
