We Love —
- Embark on an adventure of a lifetime in Sri Lanka, where natural beauty, wildlife and culture overflows like its lush greenery.
- Our members will stay at handpicked accommodation throughout and will enjoy visits to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Minneriya National Park and Sigiriya Rock Fortress, to name a few.
- End your adventures at the Vakarufalhi Island Resort 4* where lush green jungles meet spotless beaches, and your stay is completed with the choice of two dining options.
The Vakarufalhi Island Resort won the Certificate of Excellence from the world's leading review website, which honours hotels & accommodations that consistently demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence.
Your Destination —
A destination that is often skipped by many a traveller on their trips to India or Asia, Sri Lanka remains one of the Indo-Asian best-kept secrets. Visit their ancient sites and marvel over their legendary temples, or see the sacred home of the world’s oldest living tree, Anuradhapura. Take a safari tour in one of Sri Lanka’s national parks to encounter elephants, leopards, water buffaloes, and exotic birds, or spend the day relaxing on the dazzlingly white, often untrod, beaches. Try your hand at a little surfing or retreat up into the Sri Lankan hills to experience a more temperate climate and the lavish greenery of the tea plantations. And if you can even trek through the rainforests with an experienced guide or just take in the breathtaking vistas on a spectacular train ride.
With fabulously flavoursome food and a vast array of culturally rich experiences to delve into, Sri Lanka promises to be one of your best-loved travel destinations, and the charm of the people will simply enchant you.
Maldives
The Maldives is renowned for its incredible diving opportunities. The crystal clear water and shallow lagoons are perfect for snorkelling, while the reef walls offer a kaleidoscope of sea life for more experienced divers. The Maldives has an amazing diversity of sea life, with corals and over 2000 species of fish, ranging from reef fish and reef sharks to moray eels, rays and whale sharks.
The local culture features a lively mix of South Indian, Sinhalese and Arab influences that is reflected in the traditional music, cuisine and art of the island.
Our Offers —
7 nights
4-night Sri Lanka Tour
3-night stay at Vakarufalhi Island Resort 4*, Maldives
9 nights
4-night Sri Lanka Tour
5-night stay at Vakarufalhi Island Resort 4*, Maldives
11 nights
4-night Sri Lanka Tour
7-night stay at Vakarufalhi Island Resort 4*, Maldives
Your Itinerary —
Day 1: Airport - Habarana
Upon your arrival at Colombo International Airport, you will be met by a designated chauffeur guide. After the formalities at the airport, you will be escorted to your air-conditioned vehicle and proceed to Colombo (45 mins - 1 hour). On arrival, check in to the hotel and free for leisure. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast leave for the Sigiriya Rock Fortress where you could climb the 1200 steps and admire the fabulous frescoes on the walls of the ancient rock fortress (20-30 mins). The Sigiriya Rock Fortress is known as the 8th wonders of the world. This rock fortress was built by KingKasyapa in the 5th century A.D. and was a royal citadel for more than 18 years. In a sheltered, a pocket, approached by a spiral stairway, is the famous frescoes. The summit of the rock, with an area of nearly one hectare, was the site of the palace and the outer wall was built on the very brink of the precipice. The UNESCO sponsored Central Cultural Fund has restoredSigiriya 5th-century water gardens to their former glory.
On completion proceed to Minneriya National park for an exciting wildlife safari! Minneriya National Park - Minneriya national park is one of the best places in the country to see wild elephants, which are often present in huge numbers, and wading birds. Dominated by the ancient Minneriya Tank, the park has plenty of scrubs, forest and wetlands in its 88.9 sq km to also provide shelter for toque macaques, sambar deer, buffalo, crocodiles and leopards (the latter are very rarely seen, however). Elephants, which can number 200 or more, come to feed and bathe during what is known as ‘the Gathering’; and flocks of birds, such as little cormorants, painted storks, herons and large pelicans all fish in the shallow waters.
You will then return to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the hotel amenities. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel and proceed to Kandy. En route make a visit to the Spice Garden in Matale.
Matale is famous for its spice gardens. For centuries, spices have been one of Sri Lanka's celebrated exports. Spices are mostly grown in home gardens (as a home industry) and used not only to flavour food but also for medicine and cosmetics. On completion, continue your journey to Kandy and check in to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the Royal Botanical Gardens. This was originally the King’s own royal pleasure garden that was later converted into a botanic garden and opened to the public. At the Royal Botanical Gardens at ‘Peradeniya’, you could treat your eyes to an amazing, wide and rare collection of tropical and temperate, exotic and indigenous flora, and an orchid house with the largest collection in Asia. You will then take a city tour of Kandy and then return to your hotel to spend the rest of your day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Today after breakfast you will be transferred to the Colombo International Airport (approx 2-3 hrs) to catch your flight to the Maldives. After the arrival at Maldives airport, you will be met by a representative and thereafter you will be escorted to the resort representative in the airport. Then you will be transferred to the resort by speed boat (approx 40 mins). Overnight at hotel.
Day 6-7, 9, or 11: Maldives
Enjoy all the facilities at the hotel and spend your days at leisure by the beautiful beach or making use of the hotel's facilities. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8, 10 or 12: Maldives - Departure
After enjoying a fantastic stay in paradise, you will be transferred to the Maldives Airport to catch your flight back home. Overnight at hotel.
Your Tour Hotels —
Throughout their tour, our members will be accommodated in the following hotels (or of a similar standard and geographic location) in Standard Rooms with breakfast, you can upgrade to a Half Board Board Basis (breakfast and dinner at the main restaurant - excludes drinks) at the next stage of the booking process.
Kandy: 2-night stay in a Standard Room at Tree of Life or similar
Sleep up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.
Maldives Beach Stay —
Our members will enjoy a 3, 5 or 7-night stay at the Vakarufalhi Island Resort 4* in a Beach Villa on a Full Board Basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main restaurant - excludes drinks). You may upgrade to an All Inclusive stay at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee (breakfast, lunch and evening meal with a selection of snacks and drinks).
Vakarufalhi Island Resort 4*
For scuba divers, this resort is particularly suitable for having a dive centre of the highest standard. For those who prefer a relaxing holiday, they can indulge in the treatments of one of the most famous spas in the Maldives: Duniye SPA, one of the strengths of the structure. The accommodations are in villas, some directly on the beach and others on stilts with direct access to the sea.
The resort offers, with its Ilaa restaurant, buffet meals with international cuisine but with particular attention to Mediterranean cuisine. It also has a bar, The Ihaa Bar, a coffee shop and a boutique.
Please note: Some facilities may incur an additional fee, payable locally.
Your Room
Sleeps up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.
Your Board Basis
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.
Your Time
Lovers of a relaxing holiday can take advantage of the Duniye Spa, famous for its professionalism and excellent treatments. The name itself derives from the word Dhivehi which in the local language means "world": it is the combination of the ancient Asian rituals with the rituals of local beauty and well-being, without forgetting innovation and technology.
Your Journey through Sri Lanka —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process.
The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Transfers are included throughout this offer.
