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Nuwara Eliya, Colombo & the Maldives – 7-Day Twin-Country Holiday
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Day-by-Day Breakdown
Your representative meets you at Colombo airport and you head inland towards the hills. The first stop is Pinnawala, where rescued elephants are fed and walked down to the river to bathe. Then the road climbs through tea country to Nuwara Eliya, the colonial hill town known as Little England, where the air turns cool and the evening is yours.
At a glance: Time needed: ~1.5 hrs sightseeing · Travel: ~6 hrs driving including stops · Pace: Moderate
Schedule
• Noon (after arrival): Meet your representative at Bandaranaike International Airport.
• Afternoon: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, allow 1.5 hrs.
• Evening: Drive through tea country to Nuwara Eliya and check in.
• Night: Dinner at the hotel.
Travel for the day
• Airport → Pinnawala → Nuwara Eliya, about 170–180 km and 6 hrs including stops, by private air-conditioned car.
Tips & what to carry
• Nuwara Eliya nights fall to around 10–15°C. Keep a jacket in your hand luggage.
• Hill roads wind a lot. Take a motion-sickness tablet if you need one.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
Note: Hotels shown are indicative. Final hotels are confirmed in the same category once your travel dates are fixed, and dates can affect the overall price.
A slow day in the hills. Start at Devon Falls or Ramboda Falls, both framed by tea estates, then spend time at Gregory Lake in the middle of town. The afternoon visit to the Seetha Amman Temple, believed to be where Sita was held in the Ramayana, is special for most Indian travellers.
At a glance: Time needed: ~4–5 hrs sightseeing · Travel: ~2 hrs local driving · Pace: Easy
Schedule
• Morning (9:00–11:00 AM): Devon Falls or Ramboda Falls (your choice), viewed from the roadside, plus a tea estate stop.
• Noon: Gregory Lake, about 1 hr. Boating is optional and paid locally.
• Afternoon: Seetha Amman Temple, about 45 min. Entry is free and donations are optional.
• Evening: Free for a walk around the town market.
• Night: Dinner at the hotel.
Travel for the day
• All sightseeing by private car within 30–45 min of town.
Tips & what to carry
• Seetha Amman Temple: shoes off and modest dress.
• A tea factory visit with tasting can be added on the way to the falls. Just tell your driver.
Overnight: Nuwara Eliya
The longest day of the trip, from the hills all the way to the sea and up to Colombo. You stop at Mirissa for Coconut Tree Hill, the palm-covered headland above a turquoise bay, and time on the beach. Then Galle Fort, the 17th-century Dutch fort town, before the expressway to Colombo for the night.
At a glance: Time needed: ~3 hrs sightseeing · Travel: ~8 hrs driving · Pace: Full
Schedule
• Morning (leave by 6:30 AM): Early breakfast, check-out and drive to Mirissa.
• Noon: Coconut Tree Hill, about 45 min, and Mirissa Beach. Lunch by the sea (own cost).
• Afternoon: Galle Fort: ramparts, lighthouse and old streets, about 1.5 hrs.
• Evening: Drive to Colombo and check in.
• Night: Dinner at the hotel.
Travel for the day
• Nuwara Eliya → Mirissa ~5–6 hrs (about 230–240 km), Mirissa → Galle ~1 hr, Galle → Colombo ~2 hrs via the Southern Expressway.
Tips & what to carry
• Start early. Leaving after 7 AM means Galle Fort gets squeezed or dropped.
• Carry snacks, water and a neck pillow for the drive.
• Keep your Maldives clothes in a separate small bag so tomorrow's checkout is quick.
Overnight: Colombo
After breakfast you transfer to Colombo airport for the short flight to Male. At Velana International Airport the resort team receives you and takes you to their lounge while the speedboat is readied. A scenic boat ride later you are on your island, checking in to your villa, with the rest of the day for the beach. Lunch and dinner are part of your meal plan.
At a glance: Time needed: Leisure after check-in · Travel: ~1.5 hrs flight + speedboat · Pace: Easy
Schedule
• Morning: Breakfast, check-out and transfer to Colombo airport for your midday flight to Male.
• Afternoon: Arrive at Velana International Airport, resort lounge, then speedboat to the resort.
• Evening: Check in and settle into your villa. Beach at leisure.
• Night: Dinner at the resort's main restaurant.
Travel for the day
• Colombo hotel → Airport ~1 hr. Colombo → Male flight about 1.5 hrs (flights are not included).
• Male → resort by speedboat (included both ways).
Tips & what to carry
• Keep sunscreen, swimwear and sunglasses in your hand luggage so you can head to the beach straight away.
• Specialty restaurants at the resort are charged extra. Check with the front desk.
Overnight: Maldives (resort)
A full day on the island with nothing you have to do. Breakfast by the water, then the lagoon is yours. Snorkelling, parasailing and jet skiing are available at the water sports centre for anyone who wants more than a sun lounger.
At a glance: Time needed: Leisure · Travel: None · Pace: Easy
Schedule
• Morning: Buffet breakfast at the resort.
• Noon: Optional: snorkelling, parasailing or jet skiing (paid at the resort). Lunch is included.
• Evening: Sunset on the beach.
• Night: Dinner at the resort.
Travel for the day
• No travel today.
Tips & what to carry
• Snorkelling is best in the morning when the water is calmest and clearest.
• Reef-safe sunscreen and a rash guard save you from the strongest sunburns of the trip.
Overnight: Maldives (resort)
Your second full day on the island is for whatever you missed yesterday. Lie by the pool, book a spa treatment or take a dolphin cruise at sunset. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included at the resort's designated restaurants.
At a glance: Time needed: Leisure · Travel: None · Pace: Easy
Schedule
• Morning: Breakfast with ocean views.
• Noon: Pool or spa (spa treatments at extra cost). Lunch included.
• Evening: Optional: sunset dolphin cruise (paid at the resort).
• Night: Dinner at the resort.
Travel for the day
• No travel today.
Tips & what to carry
• Book the dolphin cruise and spa on day one, as slots fill up.
• Ask the resort about honeymoon extras when you check in.
Overnight: Maldives (resort)
A last breakfast by the lagoon before checking out. The speedboat back to Male gives you one final look at the islands before your flight home.
At a glance: Time needed: — · Travel: Speedboat + flight · Pace: Easy
Schedule
• Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
• Noon: Speedboat transfer to Velana International Airport, Male, for your flight home.
Travel for the day
• Resort → Male airport by speedboat (included).
Tips & what to carry
• Speedboat timings are set by the resort around your flight. Confirm the night before.
• Keep your flight tickets and passports handy for the airport.
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- We will collect the required documents such as Passport, Aadhaar, PAN, or any additional ID needed for your trip.
- For international travel, please ensure your passport has a minimum validity of 180 days from your return date.
- Hotels and flights will be booked within a 3-hour SLA window after payment confirmation and shared with you.
- In case of non-availability, we will suggest the closest alternative options without affecting your budget and proceed after your approval.
- The Visa process will be initiated as per the required timeline for the destination country.
- The next steps and a clear travel timeline will be shared with you for complete transparency.
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Common questions about Nuwara Eliya, Colombo & the Maldives – 7-Day Twin-Country Holiday.
Summer is an ideal choice to explore Sri Lanka’s beaches and hilltops.
Sri Lanka is an affordable destination to explore as an Indian tourist. Costs around 37,000 per person for 5 days and 4 nights.
Yes, Sri Lanka is the safest country to visit for Indians.
No, Indians don’t need a visa to explore Sri Lanka.
A maximum of 9 days is needed to explore every inch of Sri Lanka.
Must-visit places in Sri Lanka are Colombo, Mirissa, Galle, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya & Dambulla, Kandy, Ella, and more.
In tour On, we provide Indian foods for Indian travelers along with Sri Lankan foods.
Sri Lanka has a tropical climate year-round, with regional monsoon.
Yes, you can customize your Sri Lanka tour package based on your interests.
Yes, vegetarian food options are easily available in Sri Lanka.