Sri Lanka & Maldives Escape

Day 1: Negombo. Welcome to Sri Lanka! Our amazing adventure begins in the chilled-out beach town of Negombo. Land in Colombo and make your way to the hotel where you can cool off in the pool, or hit the palm-lined beach before a welcome meeting and a dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 2: Negombo to Sigiriya. Head to Sigirya today, home of the legendary rock fortress. Opt to visit the fortress today for fresco filled caves and incredible views, or check out the Dambulla Cave for ancient Buddhist murals and statues. Spend the afternoon chilling in the hotel’s tropical gardens.

Day 3: Sigiriya. You’ve got a full day to enjoy Sigiriya at your leisure. If you didn’t visit the Rock Fortress or the Dambulla Caves yesterday we’d definitely recommend that you do. There’s also an optional visit to the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa on offer.  

Day 4: Sigiriya to Digana. Our first stop today is a herbal centre where we’ll learn about the art of Ayurveda before continuing to the village of Digana. Take a guided walk round the village and learn about local industry. 

Day 5: Digana to Kandy. Start the day off by having breakfast with views of the Victoria Reservoir before leaving for Kandy. Arrive in time for an afternoon of exploring. Opt to visit the Botanical Gardens, or take a tour of the sacred Temple of the Tooth. This evening, get your culture on with a Kandyan dance show.

Day 6: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya. Share breakfast at a local community project designed to provide work for women and children living with disabilities. Then hit the road again to gorgeous Nuwara Eliya where we’ll pay a visit to one of the local tea plantations to see how our fave cuppa is made.

Day 7: Nuwara Eliya to Ella. There’s an optional trek through mist-covered valleys into the Horton Plains this morning but if you’d prefer a lie in we won’t judge! This afternoon, cruise to the picturesque town of Ella where you’ll have a free evening.

Day 8: Ella. With misty forests, emerald tea plantations, and gushing waterfalls, Ella is dream trekking territory. We’ll take a leisurely hike up Little Adam’s Peak this morning for stunning views of the surrounding area. Join our optional trek to Ella Rock this afternoon or just chill by the pool.

Day 9: Ella to Hikkaduwa. Head to the southern coast today, stopping at Galle Fort on the way. After a healthy dose of history it’s time to live the beach life as we continue on to the beautiful coastal town of Hikkaduwa, known for its golden sands, clear blue waters, big surf, and even bigger nightlife.

Days 10 - 11: Hikkaduwa. You’ve got a full two days to bliss out in Hikkaduwa. Spend your days soaking up the sun, surfing, and dolphin watching. After dark, follow your tour guide to the best beach bars and get ready to go large – first drink’s on us.

Day 12: Hikkaduwa to South Malé Atoll (Maldives). Travel back to Colombo where we’ll hop on a flight to Malé, where our traditional dhoni boat is waiting. This is home for the next 5 days so slip off your shoes and grab a spot on the sundeck before setting sail on sapphire waters.

Days 13 - 17: South Malé Atoll to Felidhu Atolhu. We’ll spend the next five days cruising around the South Malé and Felidhu atolls. Each stop unveils secluded beaches, sprawling coral reefs, and expansive sand bars where ours are the only footprints. Spend your days relaxing on the sundeck, snorkelling with thousands of tropical fish, strolling down sugar-white sands, and meeting the local people on Fulhidoo and Felidhu Islands. Nights are spent with your new mates under the stars before being rocked to sleep by the waves.

Day 18: South Malé Atoll to Malé. Spend your last morning on the boat as we make the short crossing to Malé. We’ll drop you at Malé International Airport, where the tour ends.