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Kandy, Nuwara Eliya & Bentota Honeymoon – 5 Days in Sri Lanka
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Day-by-Day Breakdown
Your honeymoon starts the moment you clear immigration at Colombo. Your driver meets you at arrivals and the drive up to Kandy breaks at Pinnawala, where the elephants are walked down to the river to bathe, and at a spice garden for a quick look at the cinnamon, cardamom and pepper that go into Sri Lankan cooking. You reach Kandy by evening, just in time for the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the most revered Buddhist shrine on the island.
At a glance: Time needed: ~4 hrs sightseeing · Travel: ~3.5 hrs driving · Pace: Moderate
Schedule
• Noon (after arrival): Meet your driver at Bandaranaike International Airport and set off towards Kandy.
• Afternoon: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, allow 1.5 hrs. Feeding is at 9:30–10:00 AM and 1:30–2:00 PM, and river bathing at 10:00–10:30 AM and 2:00–2:30 PM. The Pinnawala open zoo is next door if you have time.
• Late afternoon: Spice garden on the Kandy road, about 45 min.
• Evening: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, allow 1–1.5 hrs. The evening puja around 6:30 PM is the best time to see it with drums and offerings.
• Night: Check in and dinner at the hotel.
Travel for the day
• Colombo Airport → Pinnawala ~2 hrs, Pinnawala → Kandy ~1.5 hrs, by private car.
• Airport transfer and all drives today are included.
Tips & what to carry
• Temple of the Tooth: shoulders and knees must be covered and shoes are left outside. Socks help on the hot stone floor.
• Spice gardens sell their oils and powders at a premium. Look, taste and buy only if you want to.
• Keep a light shawl or stole in the day bag for the temple.
Overnight: Kandy
Note: Hotels shown are indicative. Final hotels are confirmed in the same category once your travel dates are fixed, and dates can affect the overall price.
A slow morning in the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, with its avenues of royal palms and an orchid house, then the climb into the hills. The road to Nuwara Eliya winds past the Ramboda Hanuman temple, Ramboda Falls and tea estates that cover every slope. Nuwara Eliya feels like an English hill town, cool even at noon, and tonight the hotel sets up a candlelight dinner for the two of you.
At a glance: Time needed: ~4 hrs sightseeing · Travel: ~2.5 hrs driving · Pace: Easy
Schedule
• Morning (8:30–10:30 AM): Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden, allow about 2 hrs. The Royal Palm Avenue and the orchid house are the highlights.
• Noon: Drive into the hills with stops at the Ramboda Hanuman temple (subject to temple timings), Ramboda Falls and a tea plantation.
• Evening: Gregory Lake, with an optional boat ride, and the Seetha Amman Temple, linked to the Ramayana and believed to be where Sita was held.
• Night: Complimentary candlelight dinner for honeymooners at your hotel.
Travel for the day
• Kandy → Nuwara Eliya ~2.5 hrs by private car, with photo stops along the way.
Tips & what to carry
• Nuwara Eliya drops to around 10–15°C at night. Carry a jacket or sweater.
• Gregory Lake boat rides are paid locally.
• Let us know about any dietary preferences for the candlelight dinner in advance.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Today you swap the hills for the sea. The road down passes St. Clair's Falls and Devon Falls, two of the prettiest waterfalls in the country, and then reaches Kitulgala, where the Kelani River is the best stretch for rafting on the island. After the adrenaline you continue to Bentota, check in by the beach and do nothing at all for the rest of the evening.
At a glance: Time needed: ~3 hrs activities and stops · Travel: ~5 hrs driving · Pace: Full
Schedule
• Morning (after breakfast): Check out and drive past St. Clair's Falls and Devon Falls, 15–20 min photo stops each.
• Noon: White water rafting at Kitulgala, about 1.5–2 hrs on the river including the briefing.
• Evening: Arrive in Bentota and check in. Pool or beach at leisure.
• Night: Dinner at the hotel.
Travel for the day
• Nuwara Eliya → Kitulgala → Bentota, about 5 hrs of driving in total by private car.
Tips & what to carry
• Rafting: wear quick-dry clothes, carry a full change of clothes and a towel, and leave phones in the car.
• Rafting depends on river levels. After heavy rain the operator may delay or cancel for safety.
• Motion-sickness tablets help on the hill roads in the morning.
Overnight: Bentota
A day built around the water. The morning boat ride on the Madu River takes you through mangrove tunnels and past small islands where cinnamon is still peeled by hand. At the Kosgoda turtle hatchery you see hatchlings before they are released into the sea. The afternoon is for the thrill-seekers: jet skiing, a banana boat and a tube ride on the Bentota lagoon.
At a glance: Time needed: ~5 hrs activities · Travel: ~1 hr driving · Pace: Moderate
Schedule
• Morning (9:00–11:00 AM): Madu River boat safari, about 1.5–2 hrs.
• Noon: Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, about 45 min. Lunch at a beach café (own cost).
• Afternoon (2:30–5:00 PM): Water sports at Bentota: jet skiing, banana boat and tube ride.
• Evening: Sunset on Bentota beach.
• Night: Dinner at the hotel.
Travel for the day
• Short drives by private car: Bentota → Madu River ~30 min, Madu River → Kosgoda ~20 min.
Tips & what to carry
• Water sports: carry swimwear, a change of clothes and a waterproof pouch for your phone.
• Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Sea conditions decide whether sea-based rides run on the day.
• The afternoon sun on the water is strong. Reapply sunscreen after every ride.
Overnight: Bentota
A relaxed last morning by the sea before the coastal drive up to Colombo. If your flight is in the evening, there is time for a quick stop for souvenirs or tea on the way to the airport.
At a glance: Time needed: ~1 hr shopping, if time allows · Travel: ~2.5–3 hrs driving · Pace: Easy
Schedule
• Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
• Noon: Drive to Colombo with an optional souvenir stop, depending on your flight time.
• Evening: Reach Bandaranaike International Airport at least 3 hrs before your flight.
Travel for the day
• Bentota → Colombo Airport ~2.5–3 hrs by private car via the Southern Expressway.
Tips & what to carry
• Leave Bentota at least 5–6 hrs before your flight to allow for Colombo traffic.
• Ceylon tea and spices are the easiest gifts to pack. Buy sealed packs from a proper store.
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Common questions about Kandy, Nuwara Eliya & Bentota Honeymoon – 5 Days in Sri Lanka.
Summer is an ideal choice to explore Sri Lanka’s beaches and hilltops.
Sri Lanka is an affordable destination to explore as an Indian tourist. Costs around 37,000 per person for 5 days and 4 nights.
Yes, Sri Lanka is the safest country to visit for Indians.
No, Indians don’t need a visa to explore Sri Lanka.
A maximum of 9 days is needed to explore every inch of Sri Lanka.
Must-visit places in Sri Lanka are Colombo, Mirissa, Galle, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya & Dambulla, Kandy, Ella, and more.
In tour On, we provide Indian foods for Indian travelers along with Sri Lankan foods.
Sri Lanka has a tropical climate year-round, with regional monsoon.
Yes, you can customize your Sri Lanka tour package based on your interests.
Yes, vegetarian food options are easily available in Sri Lanka.