Sri Lanka and the Maldives

This 15-night tour takes you on a whirlwind tour of Sri Lanka’s most famous sights. Explore the country’s fascinating history as you visit the bustling city of Colombo, UNESCO World Heritage site Sigiriya, the temples at Kandy and the wonderful Yala National Park. From its tropical beaches, beautiful colonial cities and lush jungles, the country will captivate you with its friendly people and incredible scenery. After a packed 10 days in Sri Lanka, it’s time to hop on a sea plane to your tropical Island paradise in the Maldives. Check into your island resort and enjoy five sun-drenched days surrounded by azure waters, white-sand beaches and utmost luxury.

Day 1: Departure

Fly from London Heathrow on an overnight flight to Colombo via Dubai.

Day 2: Arrive Colombo, Sri Lanka

Met on arrival and transferred to your 4-star hotel. Uninterrupted ocean views and 4-star facilities make this the perfect place to relax and recuperate after your flight.

Day 3: Kandalama

Head inland to one of Sri Lanka’s most impressive sights – the rock fortress of Sigiriya.

Built on a huge column of rock nearly 200m high with near vertical walls, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most visited in Sri Lanka. At its summit is an intricately laid out palace with gardens, water features, shrines and a museum to answer your questions.

Day 4: Kandy

Kandy is Sri Lanka’s second largest city. Surrounded by hills and home to the ‘Temple of the Tooth.’ A golden roofed temple housing a tooth of the Buddha. Kandy is a cultural hotspot, and you’ll witness spectacular traditional dances as you explore the city on an afternoon tour.

Day 5: Udawattekele

Enjoy a hike through the lush jungle reserve of Udawattakele spotting monkeys and birdlife. Once the royal forest, it has been protected since ancient times. In the afternoon you’ll have time to explore more of Kandy or pay a visit to the Botanical Gardens.

Day 6: Yala

Famous for its elephants, leopards, bears, crocodiles and wild boar, Yala National Park is the second largest park in Sri Lanka and has the highest concentration of leopards in the world.

Day 7: Yala National Park

Another chance for animal spotting again today with a morning game drive and a guided nature trail walk. Head down to the beach to visit the fishermen and watch the sea crabs scuttle around and if you’re lucky, spot a leopard on your walk.

Day 8: Galle

Visit the beautiful city of Galle, stopping en route at the Turtle Hatchery in Rekawa, a sanctuary which protects nesting turtles from predators and is home to five of the eight species of marine turtles in the world.

Galle is an exotic town in the south of the country whose colonial architecture is framed by a tropical backdrop. At its centre is a huge historical Dutch Fort, built in 1663, and your boutique hotel sits in the walls overlooking its bustling centre.

Day 9: Male, The Maldives

Take a short flight to Male, the bustling city capital of the Maldives. From Male, you make a quick 40 minute seaplane flight to the island of Medhufushi. With its restaurant overlooking the lagoon, luxurious spa and stilted villas built over the turquoise waters this is the ultimate relaxing end to your holiday.

Days 10 – 15: Medhufushi, Meemu Atoll

You have five days to explore the beautiful island. Watch the sun rise and set over the ocean from the deck of your villa or simply sit back and relax on the large swing chair with a book.

As well as direct access to the ocean, you’ll also find an infinity pool overlooking the lagoon and plenty of delicious dining options. Relax and rejuvenate in the spa, book a diving lesson or go snorkelling in the beautiful clear waters.

You can hire canoes, windsurfs, jet skis and more. Plus there’s fishing, island hopping, dolphin-spotting and special excursions around the island.

Day 16: Departure

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Our Price Includes:

• International and internal flights & airport taxes
• 15 nights’ accommodation
• Tours as stated with shared transport and shared guides
• Our full assistance during the tou

Our Price Excludes:

• Any meals other than those specified
• Anything not stated above
• Travel insurance
• Early check-in/late check-out charges unless otherwise stated
• Items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks, tip etc.

“Prices vary according to season and are per person based on two people a twin/double room”