Sri Lanka And Maldives
Sri Lanka and Maldives offer extraordinary experiences of beach holidays. Ethereal and exhilarating, both the destinations are the most beautiful islands in the Indian Ocean are known for silvery-sand beaches, turquoise waters teeming with marine life, luxurious accommodations, historic attractions, majestic Buddhist ruins, spectacular shopping and many more. Our hand-picked itinerary of Sri Lanka and Maldives combines the best of the holiday destinations that provides the ultimate leisure break after exploring India.
- Tour Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
- Places Covered: Negombo(1) > Dambulla(3) > Kandy(1) > Colombo(1) > Male(5)
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Day 1: Arrive Colombo & Drive to Negombo (13 kms/ 20 minutes)
Met on arrival at Colombo airport and transfer to Negombo (15 kms/approx. 30 mins). Located just a short drive from the Colombo international airport at Katunayake, Negombo was Sri Lanka’s first coastal resort, and it makes for a popular rest stop for travellers after a long journey to Sri Lanka. Overnight in Negombo.
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Day 2: Drive Negombo – Dambulla (140 kms/ 03 ½ hrs)
Drive to Dambulla en-route visiting the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and Anuradhapura. The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, established in 1975 to give a home to orphaned Elephants, gives visitors a chance to see Elephants at close quarters, and see them being bred, fed and bathed. The next stop is Anuradhapura, with many temples, dagobas, and monasteries, many of which are now in ruins. After sightseeing, proceed to Dambulla. Dambulla is famous for it’s World Heritage Site, the Dambulla Cave Temples, which is a complex of 5 Caves with over 2000 square meters of painted walls and ceilings, containing over 150 images of Lord Buddha, including a massive rock-carved figure of Buddha spanning 14 meters. Upon arrival check-in at the Hotel. Overnight stay in Dambulla.
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Day 3: In Dambulla
Full day excursion to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Polonnaruwa. A World Heritage Site, the Sigriya Rock Fortress dates back to the 5th century, and is perhaps Sri Lanka’s picture post card monument. It is a massive rock structure jutting out of the forested plains like a giant tooth, and still has the remains of the Fortress and the Royal Palace. The climb up to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress is 1200 steps through the Mirror Wall and the giant stone paws of a lion, Sigiriya means Lion’s Fortress in the local Sri Lankan language, Sinhalese. Continue to Polonnaruwa which became the Island’s capital after the South Indian Chola Kings ransacked Anuradhapura. Polannaruwa is a more compact city than Anuradhapura, and many of it’s temples, monasteries and palaces are still intact and are certainly worth visiting. Overnight in Dambulla.
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Day 4: In Dambulla
Post breakfast, get ready for an excursion to Anuradhapura. Once the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of the Sinhala civilization. One of South Asia’s most evocative sights, the sprawling complex contains a rich collection of archaeological and architectural wonders, enormous dagobas (brick stupas), ancient pools and crumbling temples. Today, several of the sites remain in use as holy places and temples; frequent ceremonies give Anuradhapura a vibrancy that has not left it as a testament of the olden days but a living treasure of heritage and culture. Overnight in Dambulla.
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Day 5: Drive Dambulla – Kandy (90 kms/ 03 hrs)
Drive to Kandy and upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Upon arrival check in at the hotel in Kandy. Kandy is a beautiful and romantic city, surrounded by lush green hills and with a large Lake in the city centre. Once the stronghold of the Sinhalese Kings and the capital of Sri Lanka’s hill regions, Kandy now has the sophistication of a modern city. Later sightseeing in Kandy visiting the sacred Temple of the Tooth, one of the major attractions of Kandy. This gold-roofed temple has many Buddha statues and it comes alive at night with monks and pilgrims doing a lively ceremony with drummers. Overnight stay in Kandy.
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Day 6: Drive Kandy – Colombo (125 kms/ 02 ½ hrs)
Drive to Colombo en-route visiting Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage and upon arrival in Colombo, check in at the hotel. Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka is a city that is fast modernizing, but there are still some parts that retain the old world charm of the Sri Lankan capital. Overnight in Colombo.
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Day 7: FLY COLOMBO - MALE
You will be assisted with check-out formalities and get assisted timely transfer to the airport. Met on arrival at Male airport and transfer by speed boat to the resort. Upon arrival check-in at the resort. Male: The capital of Maldives is the gateway to the beach heaven. A tropical paradise, Maldives is home to some of the most stunning beaches in the world. Turquoise waters, sparkling white sands and the incredible chance to explore the marine world lures visitors to this heaven on earth from all over the world. Located in the Indian Ocean south of Sri Lanka, is an archipelago of 1,192 coral islands grouped into natural atolls, out of which only a few are inhabited. The Maldives is ideal for an adventure, honeymoon or leisure holiday. Overnight in Male.
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Day 8: IN MALE
Day at leisure. Overnight in Male.
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Day 9: IN MALE
Day at leisure. Overnight in Male.
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Day 10: In Male
Day at leisure. Overnight in Male.
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Day 11: In MAle
Day at leisure. Overnight in Male.
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Day 12: Depart MAle
Transfer to Male airport by speed boat in time to board your flight for onward destination.
