The Sri Lanka & Maldives Tour – 07 Nights | 08 Days offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration, scenic beauty, and tropical relaxation for an unforgettable experience.
The journey begins in Colombo, Sri Lanka’s bustling capital, followed by a trip to Kandy, where guests visit a spice garden, the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, the Gem Museum, and enjoy a traditional cultural dance show. Guests also explore the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic before traveling to Wadduwa, where a tea plantation visit enriches the journey, complemented by beachside leisure.
The tour then transitions to the Maldives, with two nights on the idyllic Maafushi Local Island, featuring pristine white sands, crystal-clear waters, and optional water activities.
With comfortable accommodations, half-board meals, airport transfers, guided city tours, and shared speedboat transfers in the Maldives, this itinerary seamlessly blends heritage, nature, and relaxation, creating an exceptional Sri Lanka and Maldives escape.
Upon arrival at Colombo International Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by a Karusan Travel representative and transferred to your hotel in Colombo.
Colombo is the business and commercial capital of Sri Lanka. Originally a small seaport, the city rose to prominence in the 16th century with the arrival of the Portuguese in 1505, and further developed as a major harbor during the British period. Colombo became the capital of Sri Lanka in 1815 after the fall of the Kandyan Kingdom.
Colombo is also a shopper’s paradise, offering a wide variety of quality clothing and fashion accessories. A visit to ODEL Unlimited provides ample opportunity to indulge—not only in shopping for designer apparel for the entire family but also in exploring gourmet treats that take your taste buds on a delightful journey.
Overnight stay in Colombo.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Kandy, en route visiting the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and a spice garden in Kadugannawa.
The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, located northwest of Kegalle, halfway between Colombo and Kandy, was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Wildlife Department. Set on a 25-acre coconut property along the Maha Oya River, the orphanage provides care and protection to orphaned elephants found in Sri Lanka’s jungles.
The Kadugannawa Spice Garden showcases many of the spices for which Sri Lanka is famous. Visitors are introduced to different spices and shown how they are grown and processed. A local processing and training unit has been established, and farmers are grouped in a cooperative to ensure fair prices. Guests also have the opportunity to purchase spices directly from the source.
Continue to Kandy to visit the Gem Museum, followed by an evening Cultural Dance Show.
Overnight stay in Kandy.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy.
Temple of the Tooth Relic – When King Wimaladharmasuriya I (1592–1604 A.D.) ascended the throne in Kandy, he searched for the Tooth Relic and the Bowl Relic of the Buddha. He discovered that the relic had been kept at the Delgamuwa Raja Maha Vihara in Kuruwita for over 44 years, hidden in a grinding stone. The king personally retrieved the Sacred Tooth Relic and brought it to Kandy in a grand procession.
The first temple to house the relic next to the Royal Palace was constructed by King Wimaladharmasuriya I. The Portuguese later burned down the two-storied building. King Wimaladharmasuriya II (1687–1707) then erected a three-storied structure, which was also destroyed by fire. Subsequently, King Narendra Singhe (1707–1739 A.D.) built a new two-storied temple, which largely survives to this day. He also adorned the outer walls with 32 Jataka Stories, illustrating scenes from the Buddha’s previous lives.
Afternoon at leisure at the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Wadduwa, en route visiting a tea factory and tea estate.
Giragama Tea Plantation is located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka and is the closest plantation to Kandy. The plantation spreads across many hectares, and a tailor-made, private tour provides an in-depth experience of all aspects of tea production. The tour covers the early days of planting and the lifestyles of the early colonial settlers, the manufacturing process, and how different flavors are created to suit various palates, combining local knowledge with flexibility.
In the afternoon, reach your hotel in Wadduwa.
Wadduwa is located on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, along the coastal line between Waskaduwa and Wadduwa. It is approximately 70 km from the international airport and about 40 km from Colombo. This relaxed beach paradise, particularly in Kuda Waskaduwa, is among the most exclusive locations for hotels in Wadduwa, hidden between coconut plantations. The area is known for its golden sands and clear blue skies. Kuda Waskaduwa is also a working fishing village. Each morning, local fishermen bring in their catch of the day – visitors can experience this by strolling to the market to see what the warm Indian Ocean has provided.
Full-day leisure at the beach hotel, or optionally, visit Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery or take a Madu River boat ride.
Dinner and overnight stay in Wadduwa.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport for the departure flight to the Maldives.
Upon arrival in Malé, a Karusan Travel airport representative will coordinate your transfer to the hotel on Maafushi Island. It takes 30–40 minutes to reach Maafushi by speedboat.
Check in to the beach hotel in Maafushi.
Overnight stay in Maafushi.
Full-day leisure at the beach hotel.
Maafushi is a beautiful island in the Maldives with a total population of just over 2,000 people. Tourism drives the local economy, with more than 50 guesthouses in the region. The area is world-renowned for its sandy white beaches, blue waters, and alluring coral reefs.
After breakfast at the beach hotel, leave for Male Airport by speedboat for departure.
