Sri Lanka + Maldives - 10 days
See the best of the Indian Ocean. Grand temples, intricate ruins and a rich, intriguing culture combined with beautiful gardens and leafy wildlife parks in wonderful Sri Lanka. Breathtaking beaches and idyllic pleasures are waiting to be experienced in stunning Maldives.
Please note that no flights are included in this itinerary.
Days 1 - 2: Colombo to Giritale
Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Colombo airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Giritale. The next day enjoy a sightseeing tour of Polonnaruwa, once a capital city of Sri Lanka, now a world heritage site. See the intricate ruins of the Royal Palace, the Lotus bath, king Parakramabahu’s statue and a beautiful artificial lake, as well as several temples. Afterwards head to Sigiriya where you can climb to the top Lion rock to see the remains of the 5th Century fortress.
Overnight - Giritale (B:1)
Day 3: Dambulla Rock Temple
Giritale - Kandy. En route to Kandy, visit Dambulla Rock temple, situated in a cave and view the painted walls and ceilings comprising of over 150 images of the Buddha. See the colossal figure of the Buddha carved out of rock and spanning 14 metres. Next head to the spice garden in Matale to learn about how the spices are grown. In the evening visit the splendid Temple of the Tooth Relic, afterwards enjoy a cultural show featuring traditional Sri Lankan dancing.
Overnight - Kandy (B)
Sri Lanka + Maldives - 10 days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!
Day 4: Elephant Orphanage
Today visit Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage, home to 60 elephants. If you visit at feeding time you can see the baby elephants being fed, afterwards head to the river to see them taking their daily bath! Next admire the Royal Botanical gardens in Peradeniya - 147 acres of flowers, trees and plants. Continuing, enjoy a city tour of Kandy, visit the town, bazaar, arts and crafts centre, a gem museum and alapidary. Afterwards head to Colombo.
Overnight - Colombo (B)
Days 5 - 9: Relaxation in the Maldives
Transfer to the airport on day 5 for your flight to Male (note: flight not included in the package). Upon arrival in Male you will be met at the airport and transferred to the resort by speedboat, the rest of the day is free for you to relax in paradise! Enjoy a further four blissful days relaxing on the white sands, swimming, snorkelling and admiring the sparkling seas. There’s so much to do - why not take a glass bottom boat ride, go reef diving, fishing, surfing or just laze about in the sun.
Overnight - Maldives (B:5, L:4, D:5)
Day 10: Male
Transfer back to Male airport for your onward flight. (B)
Upgrade your stay!
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Treat yourself in the Maldives and upgrade from a 3 star to a 4 star resort on a half board basis.
Available upon request, please contact us for further information.
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Prices & Departure Dates
Prices shown are ‘per person’, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. The single supplement price needs to be added to the twin/double price if single rooms are required. If travelling solo, an additional ‘1-person’ supplement will apply
Prices are indicative and will vary depending on your chosen hotels, room availability as well as time of travel. Please bear this in mind if comparing prices as we always aim to deliver exceptional value.
Please note that discounts will apply if there are more 4 our more people in your travelling party, since fixed costs like transportation and guiding are shared across the group.
This tour is arranged and operated exclusively for you on a departure date of your choosing. You travel by yourself (with a chauffeur driven car) without joining a group.
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| Sri Lanka + Maldives - 10 days |
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USD $1,989 |
USD $499 |
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| Kandy Festival Supplement - 2 days |
USD $109 |
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Sri Lanka + Maldives - 10 days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!
Experiences
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Highlights & Inclusions
Below is a list of key highlights and what is included on this tour. Further, where appropriate, we have listed the items that are not included in the tour price.
Trip Highlights
- Polonnaruwa - 11th century city
- Dambulla - Rock Temple
- Kandy - Temple of the Tooth, city tour and cultural show.
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
| - Sigiriya - 5th century fortress ruins
- Matale - spice gardens
- Pinnawela - Elephant Orphanage - see the elephants at bathing time
- The beautiful Maldives
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What's Included
- 4 nights 3 star hotels in Sri Lanka including breakfast daily
- Entrance fees to all included sites in Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka - Services of an English speaking chauffeur guide
| - 5 nights 3 star hotel in Maldives - Full board basis. Upgrade to a 4 star hotels is available, please refer to the Go Guide for more information.
- All touring, excursions, transfers, transportation as per itinerary
- 2 person minimum applies
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What's Not Included
- International flights and visas
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
| - Flight from Colombo (Sri Lanka) to Male (Maldives)
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