Sri Lanka & Maldives

Day 1  Negombo, Sri Lanka    
Upon arrival at Colombo airport transfer to your hotel in nearby Negombo.    

Day 2  Negombo to the Cultural Triangle  
Drive northeast to the Cultural Triangle, your base for the next three nights.    

Days 3-4  Cultural Triangle  
Explore the ruins and temples of the former capital city of Polonnaruwa, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Sigiriya or ‘Lion Rock’, an impressive rock fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hike to the top is challenging but worthwhile to see rock frescoes, palace ruins and unbelievable views. Head to Minneriya National Park for a game drive.    

Day 5  Cultural Triangle to Kandy    
Head to Dambulla cave temples, a complex of five caves filled with Buddha statues. Continue to the hill country capital of Kandy.  

Day 6  Kandy    
Spend today exploring Kandy, including the bustling market, the British Garrison Cemetery and the beautiful Peradeniya Botanic Gardens. Enjoy a show of Sri Lankan music and dance and visit the famous Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.    

Day 7  Kandy to Nuwara Eliya    
Travel on one of the most scenic train journeys in the world. Pass by emerald-hued plantations as you wind your way through this glorious landscape before transferring by road to your hotel in Nuwara Eliya.    

Day 8  Nuwara Eliya    
Enjoy a full day in the heart of the tea producing region to soak up the surroundings. Opt to explore this stunning region by bicycle or on a trek.    

Day 9  Nuwara Eliya to Negombo    
Take a walk around Nuwara Eliya’s town centre before returning to Negombo.    

Day 10  Negombo to the Maldives    
A 90 minute flight from Colombo brings you to the idyllic Maldives. Enjoy a scenic speedboat transfer to the wonderful 4★+ Kurumba Maldives, your island paradise home for the next 7 nights.    

Days 11-17  Maldives    
Spend your days relaxing by the pool or lazing on the stunning white sandy beach. Those more active can enjoy excellent snorkelling in crystal clear waters and a host of watersports.