About this trip
This trip combines an 18-day journey through Sri Lanka with a cruise on a traditional dhoni boat into the Maldives, mixing inland exploration with proper beach time.
You'll see spice gardens and ancient ruins on the Sri Lankan side, then swap onto the water for the Maldives leg, with white sand beaches and reef snorkelling along the way.
It's a small-group trip, easy-paced, and done alongside other travellers rather than solo.
What you'll do
- Cruise between islands on a traditional dhoni boat
- Snorkel amongst coral reefs in the Maldives
- Visit spice gardens in Sri Lanka
- Explore ancient ruins
- Time on white sand beaches
- Easy pace, suited to those who want sightseeing without a rush
- Small group format, so you're travelling with the same set of people throughout
- Private room option available
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Departing in Oct is cheapest — from £1,895, about 42% below the priciest month (Dec).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Negombo · 4 Oct – 5 Oct
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