10 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Maldives Island Escape Private Tour
Six days of ancient cities, temples and Kandy, followed by three nights of island relaxation in the Maldives. This 10 days Sri Lanka itinerary runs as a private tour with your own vehicle and driver-guide, so you travel at your own pace.
Tour Highlights
Yapahuwa, Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Kandy's lesser-known temple trail
Colombo city and street food tour
Three nights in a Maldives resort
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Negombo
Explore Negombo's colonial streets, beach and fish market.
Day 2: Negombo to Giritale
Climb the Yapahuwa citadel and see its caves and Bodhi tree.
Day 3: Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock, then tour the monuments of Polonnaruwa.
Day 4: Giritale to Kandy via Dambulla
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and the Temple of the Tooth.
Day 5: Kandy Temple Trail
See the Gadaladeniya, Lankatilaka and Embekka temples outside Kandy.
Day 6: Kandy to Colombo
Walk Galle Face Green, shop at Pettah market and try street food.
Day 7: Fly to the Maldives
Take a short flight to South Male Atoll and enjoy a sunset dolphin cruise.
Day 8: Maldives
Swim and snorkel in the lagoon or try kayaking.
Day 9: Maldives
Snorkel the coral reef or visit nearby islands.
Day 10: Departure
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Why Book This Private Tour
Your own private vehicle and driver-guide for the whole trip
Travel on the dates that suit you
Hotels, pace and stops can be customised
Best Time to Visit
December to April is the best time for this itinerary, with dry, sunny weather on the west and south coasts and in the hill country.
Contact us to tailor this Sri Lanka private tour itinerary to your budget and travel style.