Sitting in the clear, warm waters of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is well known for its beautiful relaxing beaches. No trip to Sri Lanka would be complete without taking a day off to unwind on one of the quiet, gorgeous beaches this fine country has to offer.

Visit the truly fascinating Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site) in the heart of Sri Lanka which contain over 200 Buddha statues and is the largest painted cave temple in the world.

Take the time to explore the historic second capital city of Sri Lanka – Polonnaruwa, which contains many of the county’s most famous monuments, dating back to the 10th century AD.

For more cultural delights, take a trip to the famous Rock Fortress at Sigiriya (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – the old capital dating back to the 5th century and offers splendid views from the palace sitting at the top of the 650ft rock!

Sri Lanka’s vibrant culture and scenic mountain landscapes offer unforgettable experiences, from enchanting Kandyan dance and fire-walking performances to the misty tea plantations and fascinating spice gardens of Kandy.

No honeymoon to Sri Lanka would be complete without experiencing the beautiful wildlife. Join a game drive into the Minneriya National Park to see the gathering elephants, birds and other wildlife. The “gathering” of the elephants is an incredible spectacle to witness, where up to 300 elephants gather together in large numbers. The largest gathering usually takes place between June and September but there are still a large number of elephants to be seen at other times of the year.