Great — here are the best “starting points” (places to begin a honeymoon route) in Sri Lanka, why each works well for couples, suggested time to spend there, top romantic/unique activities, and quick travel/timing notes so you can build an easy, memorable itinerary.

1. Colombo — easy international arrival + city & coastal gateway

• Why start here: main international airport (Bandaranaike/Colombo access), good hotels for a first-night rest, restaurants, galleries and easy onward transport to beaches, hill country or cultural sites. (brides.com)
• Suggested stay: 1 night (arrival) or 2–3 nights if you want a relaxed city start.
• Romantic ideas: sunset cocktails at a rooftop bar, private dining at a top restaurant, short coastal drive to Negombo or Bentota.
• Travel note: hire a private car/driver for comfort and to avoid scheduling hassles when you leave the city.

2. South Coast (Galle, Mirissa, Weligama, Bentota, Tangalle) — classic beach & sunsets

• Why start here: golden beaches, luxury beach resorts and romantic private villas; Mirissa is famous for whale‑watching and Galle Fort is atmospheric for strolls and cafés. Ideal for couples wanting beach time first. (sno.com)
• Suggested stay: 4–5 nights (enough for beach days + a day trip like whale watching or a dinner in Galle Fort).
• Romantic ideas: private sunset cruise, candlelit beachfront dinner, spa day, whale-watching excursion (seasonal).
• Best months: December–March for the south/west coast. (sno.com)

3. Kandy & the Cultural Triangle (Kandy, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa) — culture, temples, heritage

• Why start here: immersive cultural experiences, UNESCO sites (Sigiriya, Dambulla) and serene hill-city Kandy (Temple of the Tooth). Great if you prefer history/architecture over beaches first. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Suggested stay: 2–4 nights (Kandy 1–2 nights; day trips to Sigiriya/Dambulla or overnight in the Cultural Triangle).
• Romantic ideas: sunrise climb of Sigiriya then picnic, private guided tour of temple sites, sunset at a reservoir.
• Travel note: the Cultural Triangle is relatively dry Dec–Mar but pleasantly visitable most of the year; combine with a transfer to the hill country.

4. Hill Country (Nuwara Eliya, Ella, tea‑estate stays) — misty tea estates & scenic trains

• Why start here: cool climate, rolling tea plantations, romantic colonial‑era hotels and one of the world’s most scenic train journeys (Kandy → Ella/Nuwara Eliya). Perfect for couples who want picture‑postcard landscapes and a slower pace. (adelaidenow.com.au)
• Suggested stay: 2–4 nights (include a day for the scenic train segment).
• Romantic ideas: stay in a tea-bungalow, private tea‑tour and tasting, hike to Little Adam’s Peak at sunrise, take the Kandy–Ella train for views.
• Travel note: book famous train seats in advance (popular with honeymooners); January–April gives the clearest views. (adelaidenow.com.au)

5. Eastern Coast (Trincomalee, Pasikudah, Arugam Bay) — off‑peak beaches & water activities

• Why start here: quieter, more private beaches and different seasonal window than the south — good alternative if you travel in May–September when the east is at its driest. Ideal for couples seeking serenity or surf/water sports. (30sundays.club)
• Suggested stay: 3–4 nights.
• Romantic ideas: secluded beach dinners, snorkeling, day trips to Pigeon Island (Trincomalee), surf lessons at Arugam Bay.

6. Wildlife & safari bases (Yala, Udawalawe, Minneriya) — elephants, leopards and sunrise safaris

• Why start here: combine romance with wildlife — private game drives and intimate safari lodges make memorable experiences (elephant herds, if lucky a leopard sighting). Good to insert mid‑trip for variety. (elpais.com)
• Suggested stay: 1–2 nights (one safari morning + one afternoon or two half-days).
• Romantic ideas: private jeep safari, lodge with pool and sunset views, early‑morning guided safari followed by a champagne breakfast.

How to combine these into smooth honeymoon routes (sample ideas)

• Classic 10–12 days: Colombo (arrive) → Cultural Triangle (Sigiriya/Dambulla) → Kandy → Hill Country (Nuwara Eliya/Ella by train) → South Coast (Mirissa/Galle) → Colombo (depart). (elpais.com)
• Beach‑first slow pace (10+ days): Colombo → South Coast resort (Bentota/Mirissa/Tangalle) → Galle Fort day → Wildlife (Yala/Udawalawe) → Colombo.
• Off‑season alternative (May–Sept): East Coast (Arugam Bay/Trincomalee) → Cultural Triangle/Kandy → Hill Country.

Practical tips for honeymoon planning

• Best month ranges: south/west/central best Dec–Mar; east best May–Sept; shoulder months (Apr, Oct) can be quieter with good pockets of weather. (Regional monsoon patterns affect which coast is best when.) (sno.com)
• Transport: private car + driver is the most comfortable for couples and makes moving between regions easy; scenic trains are romantic but book seats in advance. (brides.com)
• Book key experiences in advance (popular resorts, whale‑watching in Mirissa, scenic train tickets, safaris) to avoid disappointment in peak months. (brides.com)

If you’d like, I can:

• Draft a sample 7-, 10- or 14‑day honeymoon itinerary based on how active or relaxed you want to be; or
• Suggest specific hotels/resorts for romance in each region (boutique tea‑bungalows, beachfront villas, private safari lodges).

Which travel style do you prefer—slow and romantic, active/adventurous, or a mix?