Your adventure begins in Sri Lanka’s lively capital, where colonial charm meets coastal rhythm. Visit the Gangaramaya Temple, stroll by Beira Lake, and watch the sunset shimmer over the ocean.
Getting there: Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can reach Colombo (≈ 1 hour) by private transfer, taxi, or rented car.
Stay the Night in Colombo – Our Top Picks:
Galle Face Hotel – ocean-front heritage.
Renuka City Hotel – rooftop pool with sea views.
Travel inland through green valleys and spice-scented air to Kandy, the island’s spiritual capital. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, stroll around Kandy Lake, and enjoy the evening drum ceremonies.
Travel options (Colombo → Kandy | 115 km ≈ 3.5–4 hours):
Private driver or rented car – most comfortable, with stops at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
Train – scenic route, 3–4 hours from Colombo Fort.
AC express bus – budget-friendly option for light travellers.
Stay the Night in Kandy – Our Top Picks:
Earl’s Regency Hotel – mountain views and quiet luxury.
Serene Kandy – peaceful hillside retreat.
Wake early for the world-famous Kandy–Ella train — a journey through misty tea hills and waterfalls. Arrive in Ella, a charming mountain village perfect for hikes and slow evenings.
Travel options (Kandy → Ella | 130 km ≈ 6–7 hours):
Train – book first or second class; considered one of the world’s most scenic rides.
Private driver or rented car – allows stops in Nuwara Eliya, tea estates, or Ramboda Falls.
Stay the Night in Ella – Our Top Picks:
98 Acres Resort & Spa – eco-luxury amid tea hills.
Morning Dew Hotel – modern comfort with valley views.
Descend from the highlands to the southern coast. Explore Galle Fort, where Dutch architecture meets tropical light, and enjoy the sunset from the ramparts above the sea.
Travel options (Ella → Galle | 195 km ≈ 5–6 hours):
Private driver or rented car – scenic drive via the Southern Expressway.
Domestic flight – occasional service from Mattala Airport to Koggala (Galle).
Intercity bus – local experience, slower but authentic.
Stay the Night in Galle – Our Top Picks:
Amangalla – colonial grandeur within Galle Fort.
Fort Bazaar – boutique elegance and relaxed charm.
End your Sri Lankan adventure by the sea. Swim in turquoise waters, visit a turtle hatchery, or drift along the Bentota River at sunset before returning north.
Travel options (Galle → Bentota | 70 km ≈ 1.5 hours):
Private driver or rented car – smooth coastal expressway.
Coastal train – scenic and atmospheric, running close to the sea.
Stay the Night in Bentota – Our Top Picks:
Cinnamon Bentota Beach – iconic modernist resort.
Amal Beach Hotel – relaxed seaside comfort.
Next morning, travel back to Bandaranaike Airport (CMB) (≈ 2 hours) for your flight to the Maldives.
Day 6 · Arrival in Paradise
Fly into Malé, then continue by seaplane or speedboat to your resort. Check into your overwater villa and watch the sunset from your deck.
Day 7 · Underwater Wonders
Snorkel vibrant coral gardens, swim beside rays and tropical fish, or dive deeper into the atolls.
Day 8 · Waves & Wellness
Paddle across calm lagoons, unwind in a seaside spa, and end the day with candlelit dining under the stars.
Day 9 · The Art of Doing Nothing
Yoga at sunrise, breakfast by the sea, a sandbank picnic — time slows and the horizon stretches endlessly.
Day 10 · Farewell, But Never Goodbye
One final swim before your transfer to Malé Airport. Paradise fades from sight, but not from memory.
North Male Atoll, North Male Atoll
North Male Atoll, North Male Atoll
Meerufenfushi, North Male Atoll
Kuredu Island, Lhaviyani Atoll
Maabinhura Island, Maabinhura Island
Kuramathi Island, Kuramathi Island
Meemu Atoll, Hakuraa Huraa
South Male Atoll, Bolifushi Island
Olhuveli, Dhaalu Аtoll, Dhaalu Аtoll
Sri Lanka stirs your senses — with temples, tea trails, and vibrant coastlines — while the Maldives soothes your soul with endless blue.
Together, they create the perfect rhythm: exploration and peace, culture and calm.
Let this journey remind you how beautiful it feels to travel slowly and deeply — where every sunrise brings a new shade of wonder.
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