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Simply Sri Lanka & The Maldives

Sri Lanka, Maldives

10 days (9 nights)

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Maldives

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Simply Sri Lanka & The Maldives

From cycle rides around paddy fields, to exploring historic forts and surfing pristine beach-breaks, you’ll explore southern Sri Lanka before flying to the Maldives to snorkel with reef fish, rays and turtles, picnic on private sandbanks and sail among dolphins.

This simple, budget-friendly, sample itinerary to Sri Lanka and The Maldives combines relaxing nights in small, handpicked boutique hotels in Sri Lanka with a stylish, affordable hideaway in the Maldives.

Inspired? Tell us what you most want to see or do, and we’ll design a bespoke itinerary built around your own highlights.

Your private driver will meet you at the airport and you’ll drive to Ahangama, a relaxed hub for surfers and food-lovers on the south coast. Check in and refresh, before exploring some of the pioneering local restaurants.

Stay at

Tekanda Lodge

Discover world-leading spices with a visit to the Cinnamon Plantation on Koggala Lake, try surfing with a private lesson on the gentle beach breaks or relax beside the hotel’s infinity pool, taking in the surrounding views of paddy fields and plantations.

Stay at

Tekanda Lodge

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Cinnamon Plantation, Koggala Lake

You’re cycling the local villages, plantations and paddy fields today. Passing buffalo cooling themselves in muddy pools, farmers tending to the paddy fields among skimming dragonflies, women sun-drying rice, chillies and coconuts, and fishermen repairing their nets after an early morning at sea.

Stay at

Tekanda Lodge

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Privately guided cycle ride

You’re journeying northwest to Galle, where you’ll explore the spice route enclave of Galle Fort. Wandering the 17th-century ramparts and cobblestoned streets, you’ll find Dutch colonial townhouses, artisan workshops, boutiques and markets, while hearing stories of colonial life, trade, sieges and tsunamis.

Stay at

Fort Printers

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Half-day privately guided tour of Galle

Experience a hands-on, expert-led introduction to southern Sri Lankan food. Start in the market, selecting spices and vegetables, before learning how to build the island’s distinctive flavours: cooking curries and rice with fresh coconut, curry leaves and tempered spices.

Stay at

Amangalla

Fort Bazaar

Fort Printers

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Cookery lesson with Sri Lankan chef

Today you fly to the Maldives, where you’ll be greeted on arrival before a speedboat transfer to your hotel. The bustle of Malé fades behind as you glide towards the white-sand beaches and turquoise waters of the tropical lagoons ahead.

Stay at

Sun Siyam Olhuveli

Allow yourself a day to soak into the island pace. Watch the sunrise over the lagoon, strolling barefoot along the powder-soft sands, dip into the Siyam Spa for a traditional Madivian massage or meditation class, swim in the resort’s 25-metre infinity pool or enjoy a private candlelit dinner on the beach.

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Sun Siyam Olhuveli

Today, explore the underwater world. From a morning snorkel over the house reef among coral gardens, reef fish, turtles and rays, to deeper dives where the overhangs, swim-throughs and reef sharks make for an exhilarating adventure, before night snorkels among bioluminescent plankton.

Stay at

Sun Siyam Olhuveli

Spend the day paddleboarding in the lagoon, drifting between remote uninhabited islands and enjoying a freshly prepared, private sandbank picnic for lunch. End your trip with a sunset dolphin cruise, sailing the South Atoll accompanied by pods of playful friends.

Stay at

Sun Siyam Olhuveli

The hotel’s speedboat will take you back to the airport today, in time for your flight home. The perfect moment to enjoy some aerial views of this alluring archipelago as you soar homewards.

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What our travellers say

If Red Dot ever ceased to exist and I wanted to return to Sri Lanka I would probably go somewhere else instead. They were, in every way shape and form, impeccable. From Samanthie who created the itinerary to Wicky who drove us here, there and everywhere I cannot imagine anybody doing it better. Impeccable. I need say no more except it doesn’t get any better.

Stuart (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

We chose this company as we wanted our money to benefit the people of Sri Lanka rather than international companies. Their work supports smaller businesses, projects and communities as well as the environment

Jessica E (August 2025) London, UK Read the whole review here Feefo

Our 11th visit to this magical Island with always something new to discover and see. This time we made it up north to Jaffna, via Mannar Island, after beginning in the tea country and acclimatising to the heat, after leaving a very cold UK in January. We had total confidence that RedDot would organise everything to perfection, having used them many times before

Roy L (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Feefo

We had a fantastic holiday. The itinerary and choice of hotels was spot on, and seamlessly organised.

Charlotte (August 2024) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

Exceptional tour of Sri Lanka with Dami. We cannot recommend Dami at Red dot tours highly enough. As our guide over 9 days he made sure that our trip to Sri Lanka was unforgettable- always going above & beyond to impart his knowledge, show us things off the beaten track, looking after us, getting us to try many local delicacies & making us laugh .. a LOT. Cannot imagine anyone doing a better job- if we could take him with us on every holiday we would!

Sarah (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Feefo

Dulmini did a great job listening to our wishes and arranged an itinerary that was very busy but met all our needs. Sisira, our guide, was outstanding, providing us with great local knowledge and suggesting other activities on our travels. He was a great driver on the busy Sri Lankan roads, was always punctual but above all added colour to the whole trip.

Malcolm (April 2024) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

I cannot recommend Red Dot Tours more highly. Thank you so much to Samanthie for her patience with me and all her hard work at putting together the perfect itinerary for my family. I had done a lot of research before I contacted Red Dot and Samanthie created a tour that fitted in all the activities we wanted to do and secured the hotels I told her we would like to stay in (not easy to do in high season).

Nina (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

Wow what can I say, from start to finish we have had a wonderful holiday with Red Dot Tours. Dulmini was so helpful in putting an itinerary together for us as a family of 6 and catering to all of our needs. We have ticked off so many of Sri Lanka’s beautiful sights during our trip. Dulmini and Dhanu were a great help to us while we were out on our travels too.

Anupa (July 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here TripAdvisor

We spent 13 days on a Bawa tour with wonderful driver and guide Manjula, including Kandalama Heritance, The Kandy House, The Last House, Jetwing Yala, Jetwing Lighthouse and Club Villa hotels. We are 3 friends, one of them in the wheelchair. Dulmini Ekanayake from Red Dot Tours was very helpful and very patient and found solutions to all our special demands.

Rene (March 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

The itinerary was absolutely perfect and the hotels wonderful, especially Thotalagala, The Warden’s House and 41 Lighthouse Street. Our driver, Indika, was a delight-charming, knowledgeable, considerate and always punctual; he showed us more of this amazing country than we could have hoped for!

Karen - United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

Wanted to take a moment to thank RedDot Tours, and specifically Jayandi for helping book a wonderful family vacation for my family and I. First time for my family and Jayandi took care of every detail, was so courteous and professional, and genuinely cared about our experience in SL. I would also like to mention Pradeep, our kind and understanding guide/chauffeur who took such good care of us while we were out and about. I cannot recommend RedDot enough!

Bob (November 2024) United States Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

We used Red Dot for the first time for our holiday in Sri Lanka. Dulmini put together such a wonderful experience for us, creating an itinerary she drew up after many discussions about what we like and also gave us suggestions for excursions and activities. It was totally bespoke and we were able to make changes throughout this process.

Gill (March 2025) Kent, United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

This is an excellent tour company. They planned our Sri Lankan holiday from start to finish. The trip was initially planned for 2022 but due to Covid and other issues we didn’t manage to undertake the trip until this year. Throughout all this time we had the same travel advisor Lahiru who responded quickly to my emails and rearranged and adjusted our holiday each year!

Anne (January 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

As a group of 8 we have had the most fabulous tour of Sri Lanka organised by Dulmini from RedDot who totally understood my brief of "some" culture, agriculture, nature, trekking and relaxation. The hotels chosen were a wonderful mixture of homestay, tented and pure luxury (Ceylon Tea Trails). The experiences to local villages, trekking the Pekoe Trail and climbing Pidurangala were memorable and our wonderful guide, Ananda, was so informative and knowledgeable and adapted to our needs admirable (not easy with a group of 8)

Anna (February 2025) United Kingdom Read the whole review here Tripadvisor

Rated 5 on TripAdvisor

Rated 4.9 on feefo

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Come home feeling absolutely inspired and wonderfully restored. And when you're ready for your next adventure? We'll be here, probably already bursting with ideas for you.

Cherylle, Travel Consultant

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Dreaming of the Maldives? Our specialists know the islands inside out — from pristine private atolls and luxury resorts to hidden reefs teeming with marine life. Whether you’re after barefoot luxury, world-class diving, or a romantic escape, we’ll design an experience that’s entirely yours. Ready to start planning? Get in touch and let’s create your unforgettable Maldivian getaway.

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