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Sri Lanka and The Maldives in Style
Sri Lanka, Maldives
13 days
(12 nights)
A journey to Sri Lanka and The Maldives is a combination that is hard to beat. From tuk-tuk rides around sacred cities, to mountain railway rides and remote wildlife drives, you’ll experience the highlights of Sri Lanka before flying to the glimmering Maldives to snorkel teeming reefs, dine on private sandbanks and relax on palm-slung hammocks.
This indulgent, sample itinerary, to Sri Lanka and The Maldives blends luxurious Maldivian relaxation with ancient Sri Lankan culture, enriched by expert local guides who offer authentic insight at every step.
Inspired? Tell us what what you love and your interests and we’ll design a bespoke itinerary built around your own highlights and our deep expertise.
On arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by your private driver who’ll take you directly to your hotel to check-in, relax and refresh after your flight.
Stay at
Uga Riva
You’re travelling northeast today through Sri Lanka’s varied landscape, from the tropical coast, through the agricultural heartland and into the arid plains surrounding the ancient capital. You’ll glimpse coconut groves, village life, rice paddies, wildlife and the unmistakable signs of the deep Buddhist heritage.
Stay at
Uga Ulagalla
Explore Anuradhapura by tuk-tuk with a private guide, avoiding tourist crowds and delving deep into its sacred, jungle-wrapped temples, towering stupas, monasteries, and ancient bathing ponds. Your guide will reveal why this revered site still holds deep meaning for Buddhists today.
Stay at
Uga Ulagalla
See
- Guided visit to Anuradhapura by tuk-tuk
Delving deep off the tourist trail, you’ll follow dirt tracks through the paddy fields and remote countryside to Nachchaduwa Lake, a glimmering reservoir surrounded by dense forest and distant hills. Keep a look out for buffalo, elephants and a huge variety of birdlife.
Stay at
Uga Ulagalla
See
- Nachchaduwa Lake drive
You’re journeying south to Kandy today with two fascinating stops en route. Firstly, you’ll walk between carved lion’s paws into Sigiriya Rock Fortress with its ornate pools, fountains and terraces. Then it’s on to Dambulla Cave Temple’s opulent, ancient murals and golden Buddha.
Stay at
Kings Pavilion
See
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple
Ride the iconic mountain train into tea country, winding past waterfalls, misty valleys and emerald hillsides. Then trace tea’s journey from leaf to cup with a guided plantation walk and factory tour at a working estate.
Stay at
Ceylon Tea Trails Norwood
See
- Mountain train ride, tea factory tour
Heading west to today, you’ll leave the tea-covered highlands for the lowland plains. You’ll wind along misty slopes, past waterfalls and plantations dotted with the vibrant hues of tea-pickers’ saris before descending into warmer air, rubber plantations, spice gardens and rice paddies.
Stay at
The Wallawwa
Today you’ll fly to the Maldives, where a private speedboat will whisk you to your island resort. Slip into the turquoise sea, relax on your water villa’s deck and dine over the reef at sunset.
Stay at
Baros Resort
Spend the day exploring Baros’s vibrant marine world, glide in a transparent canoe beside turtles, snorkel from shore among tropical fish or dive the reef, then return for a romantic, candlelit dinner on a secluded sandbank beneath the stars.
Stay at
Baros Resort
After a floating breakfast delivered to your private pool, you might want to indulge in a therapeutic massage at the spa or a yoga session on the beach before sailing to a private island for a picnic. After a floating breakfast delivered to your private pool, you might want to indulge in a therapeutic massage at the spa or a yoga session on the beach before sailing to a private island for a picnic.
Stay at
Baros Resort
Enhance your stay by learning more about the marine environment at the resort’s marine biology centre or helping conservationists with coral planting. Then head off on a champagne cruise aboard a traditional Maldivian Dhoni with your own crew.
Stay at
Baros Resort
The hotel’s speedboat will whisk you back to the airport today for your flight home. Time to enjoy the final aerial views of this magical archipelago as you soar homewards.
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Cherylle, Travel Consultant
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