Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle & The Maldives

Explore Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, home to a handful of UNESCO World Heritage Sites that date to ancient civilisations, before travelling to the idyllic Maldives to relax amongst swaying palm trees and powder soft sand.

Day 01

After arriving in Sri Lanka, transfer to Water Garden Sigiriya, your base to explore Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle.

Day 02

The Cultural Triangle is rich in history that stretches back thousands of years. Spend the first day exploring the striking Sigiriya rock. Climb to the top for beautiful views and hear tales of the ancient, abandoned palace while exploring the remaining ruins.

Day 03

Explore the sacred Buddhist Rock Temples at Dambulla, with impressively detailed mural paintings which have been well preserved for centuries.

Day 04

Visit the ancient towns of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura. Both UNESCO sites were the capital cities of ancient Sri Lankan civilisations and have well-preserved, impressive ruins.

Day 05

After checking our from Water Garden Sigiriya, transfer to Wallawwa, near Colombo airport, to stay for one night.

Day 06

Fly to The Maldives from Colombo and transfer to Heritance Aarah for a four stay in paradise.

Day 07 - 09

Relax and unwind on an idyllic Maldivian island. Heritance Aarah is surrounded by fantastic marine wildlife for those who enjoy snorkelling and diving.

Day 10

After a memorable holiday, return to the airport for your return flight.

Itinerary Pricing

Below are the starting prices for the itinerary above as of January 2026

  • Low: £4,830 pp
  • Shoulder: £6,345 pp
  • High: £7,495 pp
  • Festive: £9,175 pp

Note: This is a sample itinerary and can be customised based on your preferences, the availability of flights, and the duration of your stay.

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