18 days tour

Sri Lanka With Maldives Cruise: Spice Gardens & Seasides

$ 2,134 .30 USD

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Sri Lanka With Maldives Cruise: Spice Gardens & Seasides

This tour includes:

Transport

Private vehicle, walking, traditional dhoni boat.

Others

Your G for Good Moment: Breakfast at Sthree Craft Shop and Cafรฉ, Kandy Your G for Good Moment: Maldives Plastic Clean Up Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: Hikkaduwa Beach Bar, Hikkaduwa. Local Village lunch. Spice garden visit. Tea factory tour. Little Adamโ€™s Peak hike. Galle Fort tour. Arrival transfer in Male. Fulidhoo Island visit and Bodu Beru performance. Felidhu and Bodu Mora Island visit. Snorkelling equipment. Beach time in the Maldives. Seven days aboard a traditional dhoni boat. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) in Sri Lanka, Skipper/CEO (Chief Experience Officer), crew in Maldives.

Accommodation

Hotels/guest houses (11 nts), Traditional dhoni boat (6 nts).

Meals

8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners

Hygieneprotocol

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Not included:

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included

Optional

Sigiriya - Dambulla Cave Temple Visit (12USD per person) - Sigiriya Rock Fortress Visit (30USD per person) - Polonnaruwa Ancient Capital Visit (25USD per person) Kandy - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Tour (10USD per person) - Kandyan Cultural Dance (3-5USD per person) - Royal Botanical Gardens Visit (10USD per person) Digana - Tamarind Farm Duties Horton Plains Nature Reserve - Horton Plains Trek (25USD per person, 35USD per group) Ella - Spice Garden Cooking Class (2500LKR per person) - Trek to Ella Rock Unawatuna - Dolphin Watching Tour

Others

SRI LANKA: TATTOOS Displaying body art or wearing clothing that includes an image of the Buddha is illegal; please be culturally sensitive and respect the law and should you have any such tattoos, keep them covered at all times. CLOTHING Some culturally significant sights in Sri Lanka may not allow entry to people wearing hats or hijabs, or to those with covered faces. Examples of cultural sites with such restrictions may include, but are not limited to, the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree section or the Anuradhapura Cultural Site, the Dambulla Cave Temple and Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. ROAD TRAVEL Traveling by road in Sri Lanka is certainly not what people are use to in Western countries. Many road ways are single lane, rules are not always followed, drivers appear to speed, do not stay in their lanes, and overtake in seemingly dangerous situations. Although their are some improvements in the works to the road infrastructure, there is a lot more to be done. As a result, some of the roads are poorly maintained, and this gets even more pronounced during and after the monsoon. As a result, travel time covering relatively short distances is very long in comparison to Western countries. MALDIVES: GEAR SIZE - CONFIRM AT BOOKING Snorkelling gear is provided on the boat, Please let us know your shoe/fin size at time of booking so that we can ensure we have proper sized gear onboard for you. MONEY USD, EUR, GBP and AUD are all accepted as payment for your beverage bill at the end of the tour. Maldivian Ruffiya are not accepted. RAMADAN According to the lunar cycle, Ramadan will fall between Feb 28th - Mar 29th 2025, and Feb 17th - Mar 19th 2026. Please note that Ramadan is a month of fasting observed by Muslims throughout the world, during which time the followers of Islam should not eat or drink between sunrise and sunset. There may be some limitations to services and disruptions to schedules during Ramadan, but generally our tours still operate effectively during this period and food is available to non-Muslims throughout the day. It is very important to display increased cultural sensitivity during Ramadan. Please wear loose fitting clothes, that cover knees and shoulders, and try to avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public out of respect for those who canโ€™t at that time. COMBO TRIP Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.Sigiriya - Sigiriya Rock Fortress Visit (30USD per person) - Dambulla Cave Temple Visit (12USD per person) - Polonnaruwa Ancient Capital Visit (25USD per person) Kandy - Royal Botanical Gardens Visit (10USD per person) - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Tour (10USD per person) - Kandyan Cultural Dance (5-8USD per person) Horton Plains Nature Reserve - Horton Plains Trek (60-70USD per person) Ella - Trek to Ella Rock Unawatuna - Dolphin Watching Tour

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Itinerary of your trip Sri Lanka With Maldives Cruise: Spice Gardens & Seasides

  • Day 1 Day 1: Negombo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Negombo

      Arrive at any time and welcome to Negombo, know for its lazy beach, wandering canals, and fresh seafood markets.

      Get to know your fellow travellers over optional dinner and drinks at a favourite local restaurant. Soak up the lively atmosphere as youโ€™re introduced to Sri Lankan delicacies, and cheers to new adventures and friends!


      Included Activities:
      - Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
      - Connect With New Friends
  • Day 2 Day 2: Negombo/Sigiriya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Negombo/Sigiriya

      Travel to the centre of the island to explore the UNESCO World Heritage City, Sigiriya. Opt to visit the Dambulla Cave Temple or the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress.


      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 04:30 Hr(s)
  • Day 3 Day 3: Sigiriya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Sigiriya

      Spend the day freely exploring more of this ancient yet luscious region. Opt to visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, view elephants on a safari drive in Minneriya national park, or go back in time at the Anurhadhapura historical site.
  • Day 4 Day 4: Sigiriya/Digana (1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Sigiriya/Digana (1L, 1D)

      Visit a medicinal spice garden en route to Digana. After, enjoy lunch before embarking on a guided village walk for insight into rural daily life. Maybe stop at the home of a crafter who hand-makes delicate Kandyan jewellery or the cottage of a local woman making incense. Later, learn how to cook Sri Lankan bread or sweets while helping out with dinner.


      Meals Included:
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Sigiriya to Digana

      Included Activities:
      - Spice Garden Visit
      - Digana Guided Village Walk
  • Day 5 Day 5: Digana/Kandy (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Digana/Kandy (1B)

      Enjoy breakfast and soak in the views of the Victoria Reservoir over tea before departing for Kandy. Have an afternoon of free time to explore the sweet city, opting to visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, view a traditional Kandyan cultural show, or root for a team at a cricket match.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle
  • Day 6 Day 6: Kandy/Nuwara Eliya (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Kandy/Nuwara Eliya (1B)

      Enjoy a traditional breakfast prepared by women and youth living with disabilities at G Adventures-supported Sthree Craft Shop and Cafรฉ. Travel on to the rolling hills and luscious forests of Nuwara Eliya. Visit a tea plantation and opt to explore the beauty on foot.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya 03:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Tea Plantation Visit
      - Breakfast at Sthree Craft Shop and Cafรฉ
  • Day 7 Day 7: Nuwara Eliya/Ella
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Nuwara Eliya/Ella

      If you want to experience morning mist flowing through the valley, wake early and trek the serene trails of Horton Plains National Park. In the afternoon, cruise to the laid-back village of Ella and enjoy a free evening to explore or relax.


      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 01:30 - 02:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 8 Day 8: Ella
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Ella

      Spend the morning trekking Little Adamโ€™s Peak to get a 360-degree view of Sri Lankan countryside encompassing the giant Ella Rock and textured green mountains. For the rest of the day, enjoy the freedom to explore scenic Ella more in-depth. Opt to trek Ella Rock, venture to the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, or hunt for some waterfalls with your fellow explorers.


      Included Activities:
      - Little Adamโ€™s Peak Trek
  • Day 9 Day 9: Ella/Hikkaduwa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Ella/Hikkaduwa

      Set off towards the southern coast stopping en route to explore the indestructible Galle Fort. Finish the dayโ€™s journey oceanside on the white sand beaches of Hikkaduwa.


      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Galle to Hikkaduwa 00:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Galle Fort Tour
  • Day 10 Day 10: Hikkaduwa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Hikkaduwa

      Enjoy a free day to bliss out on the beach sipping your favourite drink or jump on a boat in search of whales and dolphins. For your big night out, follow your CEO to the best beach bar in town, enjoy a drink on us, and dance under the stars. Perhaps take a night swim, who knows, see where the night takes you.


      Included Activities:
      - Hikkaduwa Beach Bar
  • Day 11 Day 11: Hikkaduwa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Hikkaduwa

      Another day in paradise to recover from last nights fun. Relax on the beach, snorkel with sea creatures, or wander through the bustling beach town. Pick a local restaurant with your buds and reminisce about all the awesome adventures youโ€™ve experienced over a farewell dinner.
  • Day 12 Day 12: Hikkaduwa/South Malรฉ Atoll (1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Hikkaduwa/South Malรฉ Atoll (1L, 1D)

      Travel to Colombo to hop a flight down to the tranquil blue haven of the Maldives. Board your traditional Dhoni boat and after a brief meeting with your CEO, settle in, and set sail on a voyage of discovery.


      Meals Included:
      - Lunch
      - Dinner
  • Day 13 Day 13-17: South Malรฉ Atoll/Felidhu Atholhu (5B, 5L, 5D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13-17: South Malรฉ Atoll/Felidhu Atholhu (5B, 5L, 5D)

      Spend the next five days cruising around the South Malรฉ and Felidhu atolls, disembarking to visit islands and sandbars along the way. On Fulidhu, mingle with locals and experience a traditional drumming performance. Bodu Moro Island is home to idyllic uninhabited beaches โ€“ the perfect photo opt.

      Aboard the dhoni, spend free time as you please โ€“ lounge on the sundecks and take in the views, relax with a good book, or socialize with fellow travellers as you enjoy delicious local seafood.

      Off the boat, opt to swim and enjoy snorkelling about twice a day amongst the spectacular marine life of the Maldives. The shallow islands and amazing coral reefs make it a key feeding ground for many species of tropical fish. Keep an eye out for turtles, reef sharks, stingrays, and octopuses.
      Cruise to the southernmost point of South Malรฉ Atoll before crossing the channel into Felidhu Atoll. The main industry here is fishing and there is typically an opportunity to see traditional boat-building on at least one of the islands.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - 11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

      Included Activities:
      - Snorkelling in the Maldives
      - Maldives Plastic Clean Up
      - Fulidhoo Island Visit
      - Bodu Mora Island Visit
      - Felidhu Island Visit
  • Day 14 Day 18: South Malรฉ Atoll/Malรฉ (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: South Malรฉ Atoll/Malรฉ (1B)

      In the morning, make the short crossing to Malรฉ. The tour ends on arrival at Malรฉ International Airport.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - 11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

      Included Activities:
      - Departure Day

      Additional Notes: Your CEO can offer assistance with any onward travel you may require.
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 39

This experience is only available for adults within this age range.

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