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Sri Lanka 7 nightsRomanceLuxury

Tea Bungalows and Ocean Afternoons

A honeymoon with three-night stays, time together and plenty of free hours.

  1. 1Colombo
  2. 2Hatton
  3. 3Bentota

From, per person~US$1,800

Designed by @snuck Shaped around your dates No payment to ask

Best Jan to Mar

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Spend three nights in a small tea-country bungalow, followed by three at a premium beach resort. Enjoy a private tea tasting, afternoon tea and a dinner for two, with most of your time free to spend together.

Length
7 nights
Route
Colombo, Hatton, Bentota
Best time
Jan to Mar
Ideal for
Honeymooners who prefer small hotels and relaxed days

Why you'll love it

  1. Spend three nights in a small tea bungalow
  2. Taste tea privately with an estate host
  3. Take easy walks through the Hatton countryside
  4. Enjoy afternoon tea overlooking the gardens
  5. Stay three nights at a premium beach resort
  6. Share a private dinner for two

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Colombo

    Meet your driver and settle into your comfortable city hotel. Enjoy dinner and an early night before tomorrow's drive into the hills.

    • Stay: Five-star hotel in central Colombo
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, about 1–1.5 hours

  2. Day 2

    Arrive at Your Bungalow

    Drive to Hatton after breakfast, stopping for lunch and a stretch along the way. Settle into your bungalow and spend the late afternoon in the garden.

    • Stay: Premium small tea bungalow near Hatton
    • Getting there: Private car, about 4.5–5.5 hours driving; allow extra time for stops

  3. Day 3

    Learn About Tea

    Join an estate host for a private look at how tea is grown and made, followed by a tasting. Return to the bungalow for a free afternoon.

    • Stay: Premium small tea bungalow near Hatton
    • Getting there: Private transport around the estate, about 30–60 minutes total

  4. Day 4

    Walk and Share Afternoon Tea

    Take an easy guided countryside walk after breakfast, with a shorter route if you prefer. Spend the afternoon at the bungalow and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea together.

    • Stay: Premium small tea bungalow near Hatton
    • Getting there: Private car for local journeys if needed, up to 45 minutes total

  5. Day 5

    From Hills to Sea

    Drive down towards Bentota, stopping for lunch along the way. Check into your beach resort and enjoy the rest of the day as you wish.

    • Stay: Five-star beachfront resort in Bentota
    • Getting there: Private car, about 5–6 hours driving; allow 6–7 hours with stops

  6. Day 6

    A Day for Two

    Take your time over breakfast, then spend the day in your room, at the pool or on the beach. In the evening, enjoy a private dinner in a quiet spot at the resort.

    • Stay: Five-star beachfront resort in Bentota

  7. Day 7

    Enjoy a Free Day

    Spend your last full day without a schedule. Book an optional couples' treatment, walk along the beach or read together in the afternoon.

    • Stay: Five-star beachfront resort in Bentota

  8. Day 8

    Breakfast and Departure

    Have breakfast before your private drive to the airport. Leave enough time for traffic and the recommended check-in time for your international flight.

    • Getting there: Private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport, about 2–2.5 hours

Where you'll stay

  1. 1 night · day 1Five-star hotel in central Colombo
  2. 3 nights · days 2 to 4Premium small tea bungalow near Hatton
  3. 3 nights · days 5 to 7Five-star beachfront resort in Bentota

When to go

  1. Jangood time to go
  2. Febgood time to go
  3. Margood time to go
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Best from Jan to Mar. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Seven nights in premium stays, two people sharing a room
  • Daily breakfast
  • Three dinners at the Hatton bungalow
  • Private air-conditioned car for airport and between-city journeys
  • English-speaking driver for planned journeys
  • Private tea estate visit and tasting
  • Guided countryside walk
  • One afternoon tea for two
  • One private resort dinner for two, excluding drinks
  • Hotel taxes and road tolls for planned journeys

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa or travel authorisation fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals other than those listed
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Spa treatments and optional activities
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Indian GST and TCS, where applicable

Good to know

  • Small tea bungalows have few rooms. The estimate covers a standard premium room; suites are priced separately.
  • Hill evenings can be cool, and sea swimming depends on local conditions. The private dinner moves indoors if needed.
  • The starting price estimates the trip excluding flights, per person with two sharing a room. Christmas, New Year and room upgrades cost extra.

Before you go to Sri Lanka

Capital:
Colombo
Languages:
Sinhala, Tamil
Currency:
LKR

Questions

How many days is the Tea Bungalows and Ocean Afternoons trip?

7 nights and 8 days: Colombo, Hatton, Bentota.

How much does it cost?

From ₹1,69,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Jan to Mar.

What is included?

Seven nights in premium stays, two people sharing a room, Daily breakfast, Three dinners at the Hatton bungalow, Private air-conditioned car for airport and between-city journeys, English-speaking driver for planned journeys, Private tea estate visit and tasting, Guided countryside walk, One afternoon tea for two, One private resort dinner for two, excluding drinks, Hotel taxes and road tolls for planned journeys.

What is not included?

International flights, Visa or travel authorisation fees, Travel insurance, Meals other than those listed, Alcoholic drinks, Spa treatments and optional activities, Tips and personal expenses, Indian GST and TCS, where applicable.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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