Ultimate Sri Lanka & Maldives

Begin your adventure in Colombo, where serene lakes and vibrant city life blend effortlessly.
Discover Sri Lanka’s ancient wonders at Dambulla’s cave temples and Polonnaruwa’s timeless royal ruins.
Climb the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress before exploring Kandy’s sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic.
Wander through misty tea plantations to charming Ella, then seek wildlife thrills on safari in Yala.
Stroll Galle’s colonial streets, unwind on Bentota’s golden beaches, and end your journey in paradise Maldives.

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

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Trip Features

Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Near the Beach

Situated conveniently close to coastlines for sun and relaxation.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Iconic Landmarks

Features renowned sites that capture the essence of each destination.

Near the Beach

Situated conveniently close to coastlines for sun and relaxation.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

DAY

Arrive in Colombo

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Colombo to Dambulla, Polonnaruwa & Habarana

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Habarana to Sigiriya & Kandy

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Kandy to Ella

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Exploring Ella

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Ella to Tissamaharama

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Tissamaharama to Galle

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Galle to Bentota

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Day at Leisure in Bentota

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Bentota to Colombo & the Maldives

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Day at Leisure in the Maldives

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Day at Leisure in the Maldives

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Day at Leisure in the Maldives

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Day at Leisure in the Maldives

DAY

Depart from the Maldives

Travel Itinerary

Trip Starts

Trip Stop

Trip Ends

Detailed Itinerary

DAY

Arrive in Colombo

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Seductive beaches and tempting water sports, magnificent landscapes featuring lazy lagoons, fertile wetlands, ecologically-wondrous types of forest, imposing mountains, bounteous rivers and waterfalls, an abundance of wildlife - much of it endemic - unique ecosystems, inspiring heritage sites from ancient cities to colonial forts, a vibrant culture including fine arts and crafts and grand festivals, and a people of diverse ethnicity and religious persuasion, charming and hospitable. Arrive and proceed to your hotel.

Multi Day Tour

Arrive Colombo

Your Accommodation

Cinnamon Grand

Overlooking the tranquil Beira Lake, Cinnamon Grand Colombo is the epitome of indulgence and elegance. The inimitable blend of luxury, personal attention, sincerity and warmth gives you the opportunity to operate at your own pace and in your own space, regardless of whether you are visiting for an important business luncheon or dropping in for a quick coffee with a close friend; planning your dream wedding or organising a highly publicised conference; attending to important business or on a well-deserved vacation.

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Colombo to Dambulla, Polonnaruwa & Habarana

Today you will drive to Dambulla. Dating back to the 1st Century BC is the most impressive cave temple in Sri Lanka -- The Dambulla Rock Temple. It has five caves under a vast overhanging rock, carved with a drip line to keep the interiors dryThere are images of the Lord Buddha and bodhisattvas, as well as various gods and goddesses. It contains over 150 images of the Buddha of which the largest is the colossal figure of the Buddha carved out of rock and spanning 14 metres. This temple is also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to Polonnaruwa Sri Lanka's medieval capital & crown jewel of King Parakramabahu I. Walk across its scattered walls of the World Heritage Site - blessed by stupas, resting Buddha statues, irrigation canals and fantastically carved Hindu sculptures.Take a close glance and you will realize a subtle Hindu influence on architecture and statues found in Polonnaruwa. Here you will visit the ruins of the Royal Palace, of King Parakramabahu I built in the 11th Century, The Gal Vihara which is one of the most famous sites in Sri Lanka. It consists of three figures of Lord Buddha carved out of a cliff of granite. The first figure is a sitting Buddha with an artificial cavern cut out of the rock. The other two are an upright Buddha and a reclining Buddha. The reclining Buddha is 14 m (46 ft) in length. Other places that you will visit is The Audience Hall which contains exquisite stone carvings, bas-relief elephants support the base of this building and the entrance has two flights of steps with moonstones flanked by mythical dragons. The Lotus Bath located within the Jetavanarama Monastery is this elegant pond built in the shape of an open lotus. Nissanka Latha Mandapaya is a square building with fine rock cut railing going all around the Dalada Maluwa area of the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa. A must see is the Parakrama Samudraya - this vast water reservoir was built by King Parakramabahu-the Great (1153-1186) acres of paddy land is supported by this reservoir. After your visit proceed to the hotel.

Multi Day Tour

Colombo - Dambulla - Polonnaruwa - Habarana

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

Cinnamon Lodge Habarana is a luxurious eco-friendly resort set amidst lush greenery and serene lakes in the heart of Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle. Offering a blend of rustic charm and modern comforts, it provides an ideal retreat for relaxation and wildlife exploration.

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Habarana to Sigiriya & Kandy

Today you will drive to Sigiriya - rising 200m straight up over the dusty plains of north central Sri Lanka, the flat-topped rock formation of Sigiriya is not only one of the island's most impressive geological formations but also one of its greatest archaeological legacies. Sigiriya (Lion's rock) is an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin situated in the central Matale District of Sri Lanka. This is one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. Thereafter you will drive to Kandy which is the he English name for the city of Maha Nuvara . It was the last capital of the ancient kings' era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which crosses an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is one of the most scenic cities in Sri Lanka; it is both an administrative and religious city. Arrive and proceed to the hotel. Later today you will explore the city and visit The Temple of the Tooth Relic and it was declared by the UNESCO has a world heritage in 1988. According to Sri Lankan legends, when Buddha died in India his body was cremated in a sandalwood pyre and his left canine tooth was retrieved from the funeral pyre by a spiritual practitioner -- Khema who in turn gave it to King Brahmadatte for veneration. Your tour also includes a drive around the Kandy Lake. You will also explore the Kandy town and bazaar, the arts and crafts Center, a gem museum and a lapidary!

Multi Day Tour

Habarana - Sigiriya - Kandy

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Earl's Regency

Let us take you back over 200 years to Sri Lanka’s last and most exotic monarchy. Live like royalty at the Earl’s Regency – a premier five star getaway among luxury hotels Sri Lanka, located in the heart of the island’s cultural capital, Kandy. Surrounded by the history and tradition of the kings before us, we at Earl’s regency, a leading hospitality provider among all Kandy hotels and reputed Kandy luxury hotels, provide a luxury base for you to venture out and explore from. So pack your bags your highness, your carriage awaits to take you to a different time, a different place, a different era…

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Kandy to Ella

Today you will drive to Ella - a quaint hill side village offering the most amazing view in all of Sri Lanka, Ella is ideal for leisurely treks. Trudge through tea plantations, temple sites and waterfalls through the day.Welcome the night with clear skies, twinkling stars and the distant glow of light houses in the Southern Coast. En route you will visit a Tea Plantation. Sri Lanka, Tea and Tourism are words which cannot be separated. Take a tour to the cold & misty hills that take pride of an ultimate tea tour, covering lush green blankets of tea plantations. Or just step into a tea factory processing the prestigious brand of Ceylon Tea, to observe a rich tradition kept alive up to date. As you observe the hissing and swishing of machines, inhaling the heavenly scent arising from these facilities, make sure to end your day in style over a perfectly blended cup of pure Ceylon Tea.

Multi Day Tour

Kandy - Tea Plantation - Ella

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

98 Acres Resort & Spa

98 Acres Resort & Spa is an eco-luxury boutique hotel nestled within a 98-acre tea estate in Ella, offering chalets crafted from recycled materials like railway sleepers and thatched 'Illuk' straw, each featuring private balconies with panoramic views. Guests can enjoy amenities such as an outdoor pool, tea-infused spa treatments, a gym, yoga sessions, and a restaurant serving Sri Lankan and international cuisine.

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Exploring Ella

Today you will explore the Ella Gap, a scenic viewpoint that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the valley below and visit The Nine Arches Bridge, also known as the Bridge in the Sky, one of Sri Lanka's most iconic structures and stands as a prime example of British railway engineering from the colonial era when the country was still known as Ceylon.

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Ella

Meal

Breakfast

Your Accommodation

98 Acres Resort & Spa

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Ella to Tissamaharama

Today you will drive to Tissamaharama one of the most pleasant towns in the southern coast! It used to be the capital of the Sinhalese Kingdom of Ruhuna as early as the 3rd century B.C. Only few buildings from that period can still be seen today. The large artificial Tissa Wewa Lake, which was a part of a sophisticated irrigation system, also dates from that time. Arrive and proceed to the hotel. Spreading into a vast 1259 sq. km., Yala - with its glory spinning around vast grasslands, shrubs, tanks and dunes - rightfully is the heartland of wildlife in Sri Lanka. As your jeep rumble through the giant gates of Yala, you are not only stepping into the most visited national park in the country, but also the lands of a civilization which thrived during the reign of Sri Lankan kings. You name it, and Yala has it! Its usual inmates cover herds of elephant, sloth bear, spotted dear, jackal, extensively populated birdlife as well as the highest density of leopards in the world that garnish the park to be one of the finest destinations in the country. Feel the rough track as your jeep thunders over rocks and swish passing narrow bends for an exhilarating experience blended with the cries of wilderness under the tropical sun. This afternoon you will enjoy a safari through the park.

Multi Day Tour

Ella - Tissamaharama

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Cinnamon Wild Yala

Lounge by the pool watching wild boars stroll in the distance or wake up to the call of a peacock. Located bordering the Yala National Park, we're not just close to wildlife, we're practically part of their world.

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Tissamaharama to Galle

This morning collect a packed breakfast and proceed to Yala and enjoy another safari through the park. Thereafter you will drive to Galle, the capital city of the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. The port town of Galle is Sri Lanka's fourth biggest town and its history dates back to 1505 when a Portuguese fleet bound for Maldives was blown off course and took shelter in the Galle Harbor. Galle is the best example of a fortified city built by the Europeans in in south and Southeast Asia and displays the unique blend between European architectural styles and south Asian traditions. The Galle Fort was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese and then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. The fort has a colorful history, and is also known as the Dutch Fort or the 'Ramparts of Galle 'withstood the Boxing Day Tsunami which damaged part of coastal are of Galle town. You will also visit The Cathedral of St. Mary, Queen of the Holy Rosary, is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galle. It is a landmark in the City of Galle, Sri Lanka. The church is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Japanese Peace Pagoda is one of the most tranquil attractions of the city and it exudes a sense of calm. A must-visit for those seeking spirituality and inner peace, this attraction makes for an excellent trek and also offers mesmerizing views from the top of the double-storey structure.

Multi Day Tour

Tissamaharama - Galle

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Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Jetwing Lighthouse

One of the most iconic Galle hotels, Jetwing Lighthouse is located on its immediate outskirts upon a hillock overlooking the vast Indian Ocean beyond our heritage city. The coastal trunk road runs just outside our home of Sri Lankan hospitality, offering easy access from other destinations, including Colombo via the Southern Expressway.

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Galle to Bentota

Today you will proceed to the coastal town of Bentota, check in to your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure.

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Galle - Bentota

Meal

Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Cinnamon Bentota Beach

Cinnamon Bentota Beach is a beachfront resort, offering artfully designed rooms and suite, each adorned with local artwork and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy two outdoor pools, a spa, a kids' club, and diverse dining options, all set within a property that blends tropical modernism with Sri Lankan cultural heritage.

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Day at Leisure in Bentota

Day at leisure.

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Bentota

Meal

Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Cinnamon Bentota Beach

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Bentota to Colombo & the Maldives

Proceed to Colombo and proceed to the airport to connect with your onwards flight.

Your Accommodation

Heritance Aarah

Woven into the tropical tapestry of the gleaming cobalt, sun-kissed hues of tangerines and violets, the all-villa resort, Heritance Aarah lies in the perpetual paradise of Maldives. Presenting guests with the most generous holiday experience, the Premium All Inclusive experience at the resort elevates the orthodox all-inclusive to new heights with tailor-made journeys of discovery.

Duration

5 Night Stay

Meal Plan

All Inclusive (with alcohol)

Multi Day Tour

Bentota - Colombo

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Breakfast

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DAYS

11-14

DAYS

11-14

Day at Leisure in the Maldives

Enjoy the day as you wish. If you would like to arrange an activity, excursion, or other experience, please contact your Goway Destination Specialist.

DAY

Depart from the Maldives

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Ancient rock fortress near Sigiriya

Tissamaharama Stupa, Sri Lanka

Heritance Aarah, Maldives

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Conditions

Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall

MaleOccasional Showers

32°C / 90°F

35mm / 1.4"

ColomboMostly Cloudy

32°C / 89°F

30mm / 1.2"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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