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This is the ideal itinerary for curious travellers wanting to take in the best of Sri Lanka and The Maldives in one immersive holiday. It offers an alternative perspective on Sri Lanka with some of our favourite secrets including accommodation in characterful boutique hotels with bags of charm. 

You won’t miss the “must-see” sights but you’ll get beyond the obvious tourist hotspots to reveal the culture and natural beauty of Sri Lanka. Then it’s just a 1-hour flight from Sri Lanka to the Maldives, where you can spend a few days simply relaxing in paradise.

Highlights include

  • Explore the magnificence of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle – Sigiriya and beyond combined with a unique experience of local life in the surrounding region.
  • Staying in a tented lodge pitched around a bird sanctuary near the extraordinary wildlife of Yala National Park. 
  • Discover a beautiful and less-explored corner of the hill county with amazing views and ambience.
  • Relax in the Maldives. Swimming, snorkelling, diving and beach-time in paradise.

ETG holidays come with the service of our in-country support team and one of our fantastic team of chauffeur-guides. The local support and guides give you the flexibility and freedom you need with the peace of mind to make the holiday experience a pleasurable one. 

As with all our holidays, this itinerary is just a starting point. We can tailor it completely to suit your budget, pace and style. To find out more about how this suggested itinerary could inspire your holiday, call us today.

DAY 1 DEPART UK

Depart the UK on your flight to Colombo.

DAY 2 & 3  THE NOTARY’S HOUSE   FARM LIFE

On arrival at Colombo Airport, meet your chauffeur-guide and transfer to your first boutique hotel. Recover from the flight, enjoy some great hospitality, swimming or a walk around the gardens. A great way to begin the holiday

DAYS 4- 6  CULTURAL TRIANGLE  HISTORY & RUINS

After a leisurely morning, your chauffeur-guide will transfer you to your next hotel, it’s in a wonderful location in the Cultural Triangle so you’ll feel immersed in the local landscape. 

There will be time to discover the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa, the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress and to experience typical rural life - an aspect of the region that many visitors miss. Exploring the local farmland by various modes of transport -  tuk-tuk, bike, on foot or even a tractor, you’ll learn first-hand about the history of the area and the life and work of villagers. 

DAYS 7 & 8 KANDY     TEMPLES & COUNTRYSIDE

You’ll be driven by your chauffeur-guide onwards to Kandy. Here you’ll spend two nights at a property on a hillside overlooking the countryside. Kandy itself is steeped in ancient history and legend and there will be plenty of time to discover its contrasts. Spend a day taking in the scenery and culture combined with a lovely heritage lunch.

DAYS 9 & 10 HAPUTALE  TEA COUNTRY

Jump aboard Sri Lanka’s most iconic train ride and wind through the spectacular tea-clad hills and dramatic mountain peaks towards Haputale, where you will be for a two-night stay. It’s a beautiful area to relax in the cooler climate of the southern hills. Your driver will transport your luggage and meet you from the train for the last part of the journey. While here you’ll have time to enjoy scenic walks and get an insight into one of the country’s biggest exports - tea!

DAY 11 & 12   WILDLIFE SPOTTING in and around YALA

Your chauffeur-guide will transport you to your tented camp next to a lake near Yala National Park. This an excellent base from which to experience Sri Lanka’s fantastic wildlife.

Spend the day exploring two of Sri Lanka's most important wildlife reserves. A morning in Bundala National Park provides an opportunity to enjoy the delights of one of the country's most important winter nesting grounds for migratory birds, before moving on this afternoon to take a jeep safari through the rich landscapes of Yala National Park, a stunning UNESCO biosphere reserve that is home to the largest concentration of leopards anywhere in the world

Spend the morning exploring one of Sri Lanka's most popular and famous national parks in the company of expert and knowledgeable naturalist guides. Home to a rich abundance of birds and game, Yala National park enjoys the reputation of harbouring the largest concentration of leopards in the country, as well as healthy numbers of elephants, buffalos, wild boar and water birds. 

Day 13 & 14  GALLE   

Depart Yala for Galle. the capital of the south and one of Sri Lanka's most interesting cities. Famous for the 17th century Dutch Fort, the old walled part of the city has remained remarkably intact and has benefitted from a recent facelift. 

During your stay join a local guide who will bring the old Fort area of Galle to life with a walk around the ramparts and the charming cobbled back streets. Thee is also a chance to take a hands-on cooking class using fresh vegetables and spices, with clay pots and a fire stove as you learn the local way to prepare your lunch. 

DAY 15 - 19  Relaxing In The Maldives

Travel to Colombo Airport for the short flight over to The Maldives. On arrival transfer to your island retreat.  Stay in a light & airy villa with a great all-inclusive-plan and superb house reef surrounding the island. Spend your days relaxing, swimming, enjoying the reef and taking in the kind of idyllic turquoise panorama that can only be found in The Maldives.

Day 20 Fly Home 

Depart The Maldives for your flight back to the UK.

As every holiday is unique to you, prices vary. To give you an indication, two-week holidays range from roughly £3,000 to £8,000 per adult, with an average price of £3,500. We also offer substantial child and seasonal discounts.

To start your journey, talk to one of our friendly consultants today.

Since every traveler is unique - Call our experts on 1-888-577-8452 to create your personalised vacation itinerary.

Inclusions

Your personalised quotation with Experience Travel Group will include:

  • International Flights (we can omit if you prefer)
  • Accommodation as described
  • Privately guided tours and transfers 
  • Original Experience Travel Group "Signature" experiences 
  • Full financial protection (full ABTA and ATOL bonding)
  • 24-hour in-country backup while away
  • Your dedicated travel expert in the UK 

For more on our pricing policy read here.  

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the hotels and villas within this holiday as standard...

Ceylon Tea Bungalows

Ceylon Tea Bungalows, Bandarawela

Cosy colonial-style bungalows set in the middle of a peaceful, verdant tea estate with lovely mountain views.

Flame Tree Estate

Flame Tree Estate, Kandy

Just out of central Kandy on a hilltop with panoramic countryside views and characterful rooms.

Fort Printers

Fort Printers, Galle Fort

A lovely villa hotel in the centre of the glorious old Dutch Fort in Galle: hired by the room or as a private residence

King's Resort

King's Resort, Sigiriya

Rural, boutique retreat amongst unspoilt landscapes with views of Sigiriya and Pidurangala.

OBLU by Atmosphere

OBLU by Atmosphere, North Male Atoll

Relax and unwind in this wonderful all-inclusive resort, with delicious food, a well-maintained house reef and dive centre.

The Notary's House

The Notary's House, Pannala

A charming six-bedroom hotel set amidst manicured gardens, offering a calm and serene space to relax into your Sri Lankan holiday.

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the experiences & activities within this holiday as standard...

Bundala National Park

Bundala National Park, Tissamaharama

Spend a morning or afternoon on safari in Bundala National Park, a less visited but just as excellent centre for wildlife spotting.

Cycling, Boat Ride and Cooking Tour

Cycling, Boat Ride and Cooking Tour, Inland from Galle

Explore inland from Galle on this exciting morning tour by bike and boat finally culminating in a cooking lesson.

Dambulla Cave Temples

Dambulla Cave Temples, Dambulla

Beautiful and decorative cave temples hidden into rocks and ccaves at Dambulla

Galle Fort

Galle Fort, Galle Fort

Explore Galle's beautifully preserved fortified city

Peradeniya Botanical Gardens

Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, Kandy

Beautiful, historic gardens

Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa

Sri Lanka's third ancient captal, home to some of the finest stone carvings and monuments

Sigiriya and Village Farm experience

Sigiriya and Village Farm experience, Sigiriya

Visit local farms and learn firsthand about the life and work of the villagers, enjoy a home-cooked lunch and visit the stunning Sigiriya rock fortress

Tea Factory Visit

Tea Factory Visit, Nuwara Eliya

See the inner-workings of a tea factory and follow the process from plucking the bud to brewing a cup

Temple of the Sacred Tooth

Temple of the Sacred Tooth, Kandy

Former royal palace turned temple - home to Sri Lanka's most sacred religious relic

Train through the hill country

Train through the hill country, Kandy

One of Asia's great train journeys, with spectacular views from start to finish.

Yala National Park

Yala National Park, Yala

Sri Lanka's Yala National Park has the world's highest density of leopards - so this is your best chance to see them.

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