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Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer

Sri Lanka
14 days (13 nights)
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A sophisticated honeymoon designed to maximise the best experiences in Sri Lanka between May and September.

Our honeymoons are a little different. In this sample honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the summer months, you’ll be visiting ancient sites, enjoying sunrise picnics overlooking forest canopies, hiking hills, swimming under secret waterfalls and watching elephant gatherings and hatching turtles.

This sample honeymoon, staying in hand-picked, boutique hotels, gives an immersive insight into Sri Lanka but is no less romantic or private. You'll have your own private chauffeur guide as standard, to take all of the stress away.

Tell us all about your interests, your likes and dislikes, and we’ll design a bespoke honeymoon built completely around your own highlights and interests and our expertise. 

You’ll be met on arrival by your private driver and head for your hotel in Sigiriya. On the way, you’ll stop to visit the Buddhist pilgrimage site of Dambulla Cave Temple with its opulent ancient murals, sweeping views and golden Buddha statue.
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  • Dambulla Cave Temple
Welcome to Sri Lanka on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
You’ll walk between the lion’s paws gateway to Sigiriya Rock Fortress this morning, and wander the ornate pools, fountains and terraces before heading to the off-the-beaten-track, rural village of Hiriwadunna to learn the art of Sri Lankan cooking and share lunch.
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  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Hiriwadunna
Rural adventures on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
Start with a sunrise picnic on Pidurangala Rock, watching golden light spill over Sigiriya and the jungle below. In the afternoon, explore the wild beauty of the national parks here on safari, viewing wildlife experiences including the mass elephant gathering
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  • Pidurangala Rock, Minneriya, Kaudulla or Eco Park safari
Sunrise and safari on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
You’re travelling east to the coast today. En route you’ll cycle around the impressive, jungle-clad remains of the ancient capital of Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa. Exploring seven-storey palaces, vast stone-carved Buddha sculptures and wonderfully preserved circular relic houses.
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  • Polonnaruwa
Ancient cities on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
A beachside day to relax on Sri Lanka’s breathtaking east coast, where the Indian Ocean laps gently at pearlescent sands. Perhaps start the day with a sunrise fishing trip, explore the bay on kayaks or paddle boards and snorkel the vibrant coral reefs.
Beside the sea on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
Another day to indulge in relaxing at your beachfront hotel. Share an Ayurvedic massage, cruise the lagoon on a catamaran, cycle to local villages, sip prosecco on beanbags overlooking the sunset and share a candlelit seafood BBQ on the beach.
And relax on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
You’re travelling from the coast inland, to the jungle-clad hills surrounding Gal Oya National Park. Look out for cattle-drawn carts, paddy fields, coconut groves and banana plantations, giving way to dense scrub jungle and traditional mud-brick homes.
Into the wild on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
As the sun rises today, you have a boat safari on Senanayaka Reservoir, tracking the notorious wild elephants that swim between islands here, using their trunks for snorkels. You’ll also see multitudes of crocodiles, water buffalo, monkeys, birds and deer.
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  • Boat safari in Gal Oya National Park
Swimming elephants on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
Journey from Gal Oya to Koslanda through jungle wilderness, rolling farmland and misty mountain roads. Spot elephants, pass rice paddies and tea estates, and ascend to cool highlands where waterfalls tumble through cloud forests. You’ll stop to stroll tea estates along the way.
Tea time on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
Hike alongside a local ecologist through 80 acres of God’s Forest, following wooden paths and meandering rivers to a private waterfall. You’ll learn about the rich biodiversity of the forest before swimming under the freshwater falls and sharing a picnic.
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  • Guided hike in God’s Forest
Waterfall swims on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
You’re leaving the forest behind for the tranquil, untouched coastline of Tangalle. Embrace the laid-back atmosphere, secluded beaches and cultural charm. Drift around the mangroves of Tangalle Lagoon by kayak. Or simply wander along the two-kilometre beach that borders the hotel’s lawn.
Tranquil Tangalle on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
Another day to soak up Tangalle’s relaxed vibe. You may choose to surf the rolling waves, visit Mulkirigala rock temple or head to Rekawa Beach to witness the remarkable sight of turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs.
Time to relax on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
Explore the timeless charm of Galle Dutch Fort today with a local guide. Stroll past colonial architecture, coastal ramparts and artisan boutiques. Uncover Silk Road history and indulge in the city’s vibrant street food scene with egg roti, hot hoppers and exotic cocktails.
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  • Street Eats tour of Galle Dutch Fort
Gastronomic Galle on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer
You’ll be driven to the airport today for your flight home. A quiet moment to reflect on the journey, revisit favourite memories and perhaps begin sorting through the photos that captured it all.
Homeward bound on Honeymoon to Sri Lanka in the Summer

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We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.
Roy Wood (February 2026)
Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.
Alie C (February 2026)
I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace
Daisy Stanton (February 2026)
My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!
Andrew S (February 2026)
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We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.
Jayant Banerji (February 2026)
A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.
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