Best of Sri Lanka & Maldives

Best of Sri Lanka & Maldives is a private 15-day honeymoon from Colombo to Malé, from $8,515 per person with a $350 deposit. Sigiriya's Lion Rock, a leopard safari from a plunge-pool cabin at Yala and whale watching off Weligama, then four all-inclusive nights in a water villa in the Maldives. Just the two of you, with 20 activities and 27 meals included. You can travel from 5 October 2026.

  • 27 Meals, Including Vegetarian Options
  • All Trips and Excursions
  • No Hidden Charges
  • 14 Nights, Premium Accommodation
  • Airport Pick Up & Drop Off
  • All In-Country Transport
  • Flight from Colombo to the Maldives
  • Seaplane Transfers
  • All-Inclusive in Yala and the Maldives
  • Water Villa in the Maldives
  • 24-Hour Support while You Travel
  • Flights to Colombo & Home from Malé
  • Travel Insurance
from$8515Normally$8965Save$450 (5%)
Pay $350 deposit
  • Length15 Days
  • Starting PointColombo
  • Ending PointMalé
  • Airport TransferPick-up & drop-off
  • No. Of Activities20
  • No. Of Meals27
  • OperatorHoneymoon Tours

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Route Map

Route map of the Sri Lanka and Maldives honeymoon: Colombo, Sigiriya, Yala and Weligama in Sri Lanka, then Dhigali in the Maldives.

Tour Itinerary

Dense cityscape with many skyscrapers reflecting warm light against a clear blue sky.
Ornate colonial-era buildings and a red tuk-tuk under a bright blue sky in Colombo.
The historic Galle Face Hotel in Colombo, a grand white building with red roofs by the ocean.
Elegant hotel with palm trees and green lawns overlooking the blue ocean in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
A luxurious hotel room in Colombo with a comfortable bed, elegant furnishings, and a stunning ocean view.
DAY 1

Welcome to Sri Lanka!

Your honeymoon begins in Colombo. A driver meets you at the airport and takes you to the Galle Face Hotel, the grand colonial hotel on the city's seafront, where your room looks out over the Indian Ocean. This evening you sit down to a welcome dinner of Sri Lankan dishes, the first taste of the island you are about to cross.

  • Meals IncludedWelcome Dinner
  • Room TypeGalle Face Hotel - Sea View Room
  • Activities IncludedAirport Transfer, Welcome Dinner
Ancient Buddha statues and colorful murals adorn the sacred Dambulla Cave Temple in Sri Lanka.
Ornate hallway inside Dambulla Cave Temple, showcasing golden ceilings and colorful ancient murals.
A person climbs a long staircase towards a large white standing Buddha statue at Athugala Temple.
A colossal golden Buddha statue overlooks the ornate Golden Temple building in Dambulla, Sri Lanka.
Heritance Kandalama hotel integrated into a forested hillside, overlooking a tranquil lake and mountains.
Heritance Kandalama resort blends into lush green hills overlooking the vast Kandalama Lake, Sri Lanka.
Elegant hotel room at Heritance Kandalama, Sigiriya, offering a serene balcony view of the forest.
DAY 2

Dambulla Cave Temple

Drive north into the Cultural Triangle, stopping to climb to Athugala Temple on Elephant Rock for a view across the plains. After lunch you explore the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO site whose five caves are painted floor to ceiling around their Buddha statues. Tonight you check in to Heritance Kandalama, Geoffrey Bawa's hotel built into the jungle beside a lake.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeHeritance Kandalama - Superior Room
  • Activities IncludedAthugala Temple, Elephant Rock, Dambulla Cave Temple
Ancient Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress ruins on a towering rock, surrounded by lush Sri Lankan jungle.
Ancient stone steps and terraced ruins of Sigiriya fortress with a pool and distant hills.
Tourists climb steep ancient steps at Sigiriya, overlooking a vast green jungle.
Tourists climb the grand staircase and metal steps carved into the base of Sigiriya Lion Rock.
A traveler sits on Pidurangala Rock, enjoying the panoramic view of Sigiriya and the misty jungle.
Heritance Kandalama hotel integrated into a forested hillside, overlooking a tranquil lake and mountains.
Waiter preparing tables in a beautiful restaurant at Heritance Kandalama with panoramic lake and mountain views.
Elegant hotel room at Heritance Kandalama, Sigiriya, offering a serene balcony view of the forest.
DAY 3

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Set out early for Sigiriya, the fifth-century rock fortress that rises straight out of the forest. Climb past the frescoes and the giant lion's paws to the summit, then rest at the hotel through the heat of the day. Late in the afternoon, walk up neighbouring Pidurangala Rock to watch the sun set behind Sigiriya.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeHeritance Kandalama - Superior Room
  • Activities IncludedSigiriya Lion Rock, Pidurangala Rock
Heritance Kandalama hotel integrated into a forested hillside, overlooking a tranquil lake and mountains.
Heritance Kandalama resort blends into lush green hills overlooking the vast Kandalama Lake, Sri Lanka.
Romantic cave dinner setup with warm lighting and decorative screens in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka.
Waiter preparing tables in a beautiful restaurant at Heritance Kandalama with panoramic lake and mountain views.
Elegant hotel room at Heritance Kandalama, Sigiriya, offering a serene balcony view of the forest.
DAY 4

A Slow Morning at Kandalama

Nothing is planned today. Have a long breakfast looking over Kandalama Lake, swim in the infinity pool that seems to run into the jungle, or watch for monkeys and birds from your balcony.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeHeritance Kandalama - Superior Room
A luxurious private plunge pool and deck lit by lanterns at a wilderness cabin in Yala National Park.
Aerial view of luxury dome-shaped cabins with private plunge pools nestled in dense Yala wilderness.
Luxurious bathroom with wooden decor, freestanding tub, double sinks, and private plunge pool view in Yala.
Serene green swimming pool with comfortable lounge chairs surrounded by lush tropical trees in Yala National Park.
DAY 5

Luxury in the Wild at Yala

Travel south to Yala and Uga Chena Huts, where your cabin has its own plunge pool on the edge of the national park. From here your stay is all-inclusive, with drinks on the house, so settle in by the pool before a buffet dinner under the stars.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Dinner
  • Room TypeUga Chena Huts - Luxury Cabin with Private Plunge Pool
  • Activities IncludedAll-Inclusive Food & Drink
A happy couple enjoys a jeep safari in Yala National Park, spotting wildlife with binoculars.
A safari jeep drives on a dirt road through dense green foliage in Yala National Park.
A wild leopard with piercing eyes lies on a grey rock in Yala National Park.
A muddy elephant playfully sprays water or mud over its head in Yala National Park.
A couple relaxes with drinks, observing elephants in the scenic Yala National Park, Sri Lanka.
A luxurious private plunge pool and deck lit by lanterns at a wilderness cabin in Yala National Park.
Aerial view of luxury dome-shaped cabins with private plunge pools nestled in dense Yala wilderness.
Luxurious bathroom with wooden decor, freestanding tub, double sinks, and private plunge pool view in Yala.
DAY 6

Yala Jeep Safari

Head into Yala National Park by jeep in the early morning, when leopards, elephants and sloth bears are most likely to be seen. Return for a late breakfast and a lazy afternoon by your pool, then take a sundowner and canapes beside a quiet lagoon before dinner.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Room TypeUga Chena Huts - Luxury Cabin with Private Plunge Pool
  • Activities IncludedMorning Jeep Safari, Yala National Park, Lagoon Sundowner
Weligama beach features golden sand, gentle turquoise waves, and numerous palm trees under a sunny sky.
A smiling woman walks on a sunny golden beach with a blue fishing boat in Weligama.
Weligama beach with golden sand, clear turquoise water, gentle waves, and lush palm trees.
Man snorkeling with a sea turtle in the clear blue ocean waters of Weligama.
Aerial view of Sitara Villa in Weligama, a serene retreat with a sparkling pool and lush garden.
Serene view from a luxurious villa in Weligama, with an infinity pool overlooking a tropical river.
A serene bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed and bright patio access in Weligama.
DAY 7

Beach Days in Weligama

After breakfast, drive west along the coast to Weligama, a curve of golden sand known for its surf and its fishing boats. Settle in to Sitara Weligama and spend the rest of the day by the pool or on the beach.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeSitara Weligama - Deluxe Double Room
Tourists on a boat watch two orcas swimming in the ocean near a forested coastline.
A magnificent whale breaches, its powerful body emerging from the sparkling blue waters of Weligama.
A luxurious modern villa with a long swimming pool overlooking a calm river in Weligama, Sri Lanka.
Serene view from a luxurious villa in Weligama, with an infinity pool overlooking a tropical river.
A serene bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed and bright patio access in Weligama.
DAY 8

Whale Watching

Head out to sea this morning in search of blue whales, which gather off this coast for much of the year, often with dolphins alongside. The afternoon is free for a surf lesson, snorkelling with turtles or simply the beach.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeSitara Weligama - Deluxe Double Room
  • Activities IncludedWhale Watching
Mirissa's Coconut Tree Hill with vibrant palm trees overlooking a stunning turquoise bay and sandy beach.
Stunning aerial view of Mirissa beach with clear blue waters, a rocky island, and lush palms.
Beautiful aerial view of Weligama's tropical coast, with resorts, palm trees, and the sparkling blue sea.
Serene view from a luxurious villa in Weligama, with an infinity pool overlooking a tropical river.
A luxurious modern villa with a long swimming pool overlooking a calm river in Weligama, Sri Lanka.
A serene bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed and bright patio access in Weligama.
DAY 9

Sunset at Coconut Tree Hill

Spend the day at your own pace, then take a short drive to Coconut Tree Hill in Mirissa, a headland of leaning palms above the sea. Stay for the sunset before heading back for your last night on the south coast.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeSitara Weligama - Deluxe Double Room
  • Activities IncludedCoconut Tree Hill
Weligama beach with golden sand, clear turquoise water, gentle waves, and lush palm trees.
A smiling woman walks on a sunny golden beach with a blue fishing boat in Weligama.
Colombo's bustling coastline with a busy road, colorful buildings, and numerous port cranes.
Ornate colonial-era buildings and a red tuk-tuk under a bright blue sky in Colombo.
Elegant colonial-style hotel courtyard in Colombo with a swimming pool, glowing warmly with evening lights.
The grand, elegantly lit entrance of a colonial-style residence at dusk in Colombo.
A luxurious hotel suite in Colombo with a large bed and a private outdoor patio.
DAY 10

Back to Colombo

Enjoy a final morning on the beach, then drive back to Colombo and check in to a suite at Residence on Park Street, a restored colonial residence in the city. The evening is yours.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast
  • Room TypeResidence on Park Street - Suite
Aerial view of stunning water villas lining a lush green island in the Maldives with turquoise ocean.
A seaplane docked at a pier with boats in the stunning turquoise waters of Dhigali Maldives.
Luxurious overwater villa in Dhigali Maldives with a private deck, lounge chairs, and steps into turquoise water.
Aerial view of Dhigali Maldives resort with white sand beach, palm trees, red umbrellas, and turquoise water.
Dhigali Maldives island with a pristine white sand beach and clear turquoise ocean under blue sky.
Luxurious water villa bedroom with a large bed, opening to an ocean deck in Dhigali Maldives.
A luxurious breakfast buffet filled with pastries, bread, and desserts at Dhigali Maldives.
Spacious, open-air restaurant at Dhigali Maldives with high ceilings, wooden beams, and lush tropical views.
DAY 11

Fly to the Maldives

Transfer to the airport for the short flight across the Indian Ocean to Malé. From there a seaplane carries you over the atolls to Dhigali in Raa Atoll, where your Water Villa sits on stilts above the lagoon. Your stay is all-inclusive, from the first drink on arrival to the last.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Room TypeDhigali Maldives - Water Villa
  • Activities IncludedFlight to Malé, Seaplane Transfer
A white glass-bottom boat explores the shallow turquoise waters and coral reefs in the Maldives.
Aerial view of modern white overwater villas with private pools in the turquoise waters of Dhigali Maldives.
Luxurious overwater villa in Dhigali Maldives with a private deck, lounge chairs, and steps into turquoise water.
Luxurious water villa bedroom with a large bed, opening to an ocean deck in Dhigali Maldives.
Aerial view of Dhigali Maldives resort, showcasing a lush island, white sand beaches, and luxury villas.
Stunning aerial view of Dhigali Maldives resort with overwater villas and clear turquoise lagoon.
A smiling chef stands behind a vibrant tropical fruit buffet with an ocean view in the Maldives.
Dhigali Maldives island with a pristine white sand beach and clear turquoise ocean under blue sky.
DAY 12

Glass-Bottom Boat on the Lagoon

After breakfast, float out over the coral gardens in a glass-bottom boat and watch the reef fish without getting wet. The rest of the day is for your villa's deck and the lagoon below it.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Room TypeDhigali Maldives - Water Villa
  • Activities IncludedGlass-Bottom Boat Ride
Luxurious water villa bedroom with a large bed, opening to an ocean deck in Dhigali Maldives.
Person doing yoga on a wooden deck surrounded by lush tropical plants in the Maldives.
Luxurious overwater villa in Dhigali Maldives with a private deck, lounge chairs, and steps into turquoise water.
Stunning aerial view of Dhigali Maldives resort with overwater villas and clear turquoise lagoon.
A chef arranges an array of colorful desserts on a beautifully decorated buffet at Dhigali Maldives.
Stunning aerial view of Dhigali Maldives, featuring pristine white beaches and overwater villas.
DAY 13

Island Wellness

Start with yoga, or take a kayak or paddleboard out across the lagoon. Spend the afternoon however you like, then settle in on the beach after dark for a film under the stars.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Room TypeDhigali Maldives - Water Villa
  • Activities IncludedYoga, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Cinema under the Stars
Aerial view of Dhigali Maldives resort, featuring white villas, sandy beaches, and a boat on the turquoise ocean.
Stunning aerial view of Dhigali Maldives, featuring pristine white beaches and overwater villas.
Luxurious water villa bedroom with a large bed, opening to an ocean deck in Dhigali Maldives.
Luxurious overwater villa in Dhigali Maldives with a private deck, lounge chairs, and steps into turquoise water.
Aerial view of stunning water villas lining a lush green island in the Maldives with turquoise ocean.
A smiling chef prepares pizza in an outdoor kitchen with a large oven at Dhigali Maldives.
DAY 14

Dolphins or a Sunset Cruise

Choose how to spend your last full day at sea: a cruise in search of the dolphins that swim these channels, or a sunset cruise around the island. Either way, the evening ends back at your villa over the water.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Room TypeDhigali Maldives - Water Villa
  • Activities IncludedDolphin Cruise or Sunset Cruise
A seaplane docked at a pier with boats in the stunning turquoise waters of Dhigali Maldives.
Luxurious water villa bedroom with a large bed, opening to an ocean deck in Dhigali Maldives.
Luxurious overwater villa in Dhigali Maldives with a private deck, lounge chairs, and steps into turquoise water.
A seaplane lands on the clear turquoise waters of Dhigali Maldives under a blue sky.
DAY 15

Farewell to Paradise

Take a last swim and a slow breakfast, then board the seaplane back to Malé for your flight home.

  • Meals IncludedBreakfast, Lunch
  • Activities IncludedSeaplane to Malé Airport

Tour Dates

Optional Extras

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Everything here is included in your private tour

  • Welcome Dinner in Colombo
  • Athugala Temple
  • Elephant Rock
  • Dambulla Cave Temple
  • Sigiriya Lion Rock
  • Pidurangala Rock Sunset
  • Yala Jeep Safari
  • Lagoon Sundowner
  • All-Inclusive Stay at Uga Chena Huts
  • Whale Watching
  • Coconut Tree Hill
  • Colombo to Malé Flight
  • Seaplane Transfers
  • All-Inclusive Food & Drink at Dhigali
  • Glass-Bottom Boat Ride
  • Dolphin Cruise or Sunset Cruise
  • Yoga
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboarding
  • Cinema under the Stars

Where you’ll be staying

Elegant colonial-style hotel with red roofs overlooking the ocean and palm trees in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Colombo: Galle Face Hotel - Sea View Room

Step into timeless elegance at Galle Face Hotel, one of Colombo’s most iconic landmarks. The Sea View Room offers breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, blending colonial charm with modern luxury for a truly unforgettable stay.

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Luxurious hotel and infinity pool nestled in lush green hills overlooking a lake in Sri Lanka.

Sigiriya: Heritance Kandalama - Superior Room

Experience the beauty of nature at Heritance Kandalama, where the Superior Room offers breathtaking views, eco-friendly design, and modern comforts for a tranquil retreat in Sri Lanka’s cultural heartland.

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Aerial view of luxurious dome huts with private pools nestled in a dense green forest, Sri Lanka.

Yala: Uga Chena Huts - Luxury Cabin with Private Plunge Pool

Experience the perfect blend of luxury and wilderness at Uga Chena Huts. The Luxury Cabin with Private Plunge Pool offers stunning jungle or ocean views, all-inclusive dining, and guided safaris for an unforgettable escape near Yala National Park.

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Luxurious villa with a long pool, green lawn, and tranquil lake in Weligama, Sri Lanka.

Weligama: Sitara - Deluxe Double Room

Enjoy a relaxing coastal escape at Sitara Weligama. The Deluxe Double Room offers modern comforts, a private balcony, and easy access to the beach, making it a perfect retreat on Sri Lanka’s southern shores.

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Aerial view of Dhigali, Maldives, with lush island, white sand beaches, and overwater bungalows.

Maldives: Dhigali Resort - Water Villa

Finish your honeymoon with four nights at Dhigali Maldives in a stunning Water Villa, where you’ll wake up to panoramic ocean views and gentle waves beneath your feet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change by tour date after I have booked?

Yes, please just give us at 60 days' notice in order to allow another traveller to take your spot.

Where does the trip start and finish?

The trip starts in Colombo and finishes in Malé.