SRI LANKA

A Tale of Two Wonders, Where Sacred Cities Meet Sunset Lagoons Few pairings bring together history and hideaway quite like this one. Begin in Sri Lanka, journeying from colonial Negombo through the sacred ruins of Anuradhapura to the last royal capital of Kandy, with a scenic train ride into the tea covered hills of Nuwara Eliya along the way. Then trade ancient dagobas and misty tea estates for the pale sands and dolphin filled lagoon of RAH GILI MALDIVES, a sleek new arrival to South Malé Atoll. From the pooja bells of the Temple of the Tooth to the hush of an overwater villa, this is a journey that moves from wonder to pure escape. Itinerary Overview Sri Lanka – 5 Nights at Uga Riva, Uga Ulagalla and Adigar’s Manor Arrive into Colombo and transfer to Negombo, checking in to Uga Riva for a night of rest by the coast. The following morning, continue to Tirappane, settling into an Ulagalla Pool Villa at Uga Ulagalla for two nights. Spend a day exploring the UNESCO listed ruins of Anuradhapura, home to the sacred Bodhi Tree, before a late afternoon jeep safari through the rural back roads to Nachchaduwa Lake, where elephants and buffalo are often spotted among the rice paddies. From Tirappane, continue to Kandy for two nights at Adigar’s Manor, taking in an evening city tour and a visit to the Temple of the Tooth, one of Buddhism’s holiest sites. A highlight of the stay is the scenic train ride from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya, climbing through some twenty tunnels and past cascading waterfalls into Sri Lanka’s tea country, followed by a factory visit and tasting before returning to Kandy. Highlights in Sri Lanka:Explore the ancient ruined city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the sacred Bodhi Tree. Take a half day jeep safari through rural countryside to Nachchaduwa Lake, spotting elephants, buffalo and birdlife along the earthen tracks. Visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, the last royal capital of Ceylon and one of the holiest pilgrimage sites in the Buddhist world. Ride the scenic rail line from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, passing waterfalls and tea clad hillsides en route to Sri Lanka’s highest hill resort. Tour a working tea plantation and factory in Nuwara Eliya, sampling freshly brewed Ceylon tea straight from the source. Optional: Saddle up for a horseback ride through the Uga Ulagalla estate, or try your hand at archery beneath the rain trees.Maldives – 5 Nights at RAH GILI MALDIVES After the hill country of Ceylon, arrive into a very different landscape, the pale blue lagoon of RAH GILI MALDIVES, perched on the edge of South Malé Atoll just forty minutes by luxury speedboat from Velana International Airport. Sitting beside an exclusive dolphin sanctuary, this sleek new hideaway from SIX & SIX Private Islands pairs Bohemian design with a genuinely playful spirit, from 21 metre waterslides built into every villa to whimsical social spaces scattered across the island. Days unfold between the beach, seven distinct restaurants and bars, and a spinner dolphin sanctuary where the local pod often comes to play, all set within a resort committed to EarthCheck certified sustainability. Highlights in the Maldives:Settle into a Beach or Water Pool Villa with private pool and signature 21 metre waterslide, attended throughout by a dedicated Edhuru butler. Look out for spinner dolphins in the resort’s own sanctuary lagoon, or join a guided dolphin discovery excursion. Dine across seven distinct venues, from Japanese teppanyaki and Maldivian seafood to Indian, Italian and Asian dining. Unwind with a treatment at SIX & SIX Rituals, the resort’s holistic wellness centre, or join a sunrise and sunset group session. Explore the reef with diving, snorkelling or non motorised water sports through the resort’s dedicated dive centre. Optional: Take in an outdoor cinema night, a resident DJ set, or a visiting Michelin starred chef’s pop up dinner.

A Journey Through Ancient Kingdoms to Barefoot Island Serenity This twin centre escape pairs the cultural depth of Sri Lanka, its ancient kingdoms, sacred temples and misty tea country, with the untouched island paradise of the Maldives. Journey from the coastal charm of Negombo through the cultural triangle’s ancient ruins to the hill capital of Kandy and the emerald tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya, before trading it all for the overwater villas and pristine waters of Heritance Aarah in Raa Atoll. Along the way, discover UNESCO World Heritage sites steeped in Buddhist history, scenic countryside drives in search of wildlife, and one of the world’s most spectacular train journeys, before unwinding completely amid the Maldives’ Premium All Inclusive island luxury. Two destinations, two distinct rhythms, and one unforgettable Indian Ocean journey. Itinerary Overview Sri Lanka – 5 Nights at Uga Riva, Uga Ulagalla and Adigar’s Manor Arrive into Sri Lanka and settle in at Uga Riva on the Negombo coast, before continuing inland to Uga Ulagalla in Tirappane for two nights, with an afternoon jeep excursion along earthen tracks to Nachchaduwa Lake in search of elephants and birdlife, and a full day exploring the UNESCO listed ruins of ancient Anuradhapura and its sacred Bodhi Tree. The journey continues to the hill capital of Kandy for two nights at Adigar’s Manor, taking in a city tour and the revered Temple of the Tooth, before boarding the scenic train from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya, climbing through tunnels, waterfalls and rolling tea plantations to visit a working tea factory in Sri Lanka’s most popular hill resort, before returning to Kandy and onward to the airport for the flight to the Maldives. Highlights in Sri Lanka:Explore the UNESCO World Heritage ruins of Anuradhapura, one of the island’s oldest and most sacred ancient cities, home to the revered Bodhi Tree. Take a scenic half day jeep excursion through the wild countryside surrounding Nachchaduwa Lake, spotting elephants, birdlife and buffalo along the way. Witness the spiritual rituals and rich religious history of the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, one of Buddhism’s holiest sites. Board the legendary train from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, climbing through misty tunnels, waterfalls and rolling tea plantations to Sri Lanka’s most popular hill resort. Visit a working tea factory in Nuwara Eliya to learn how the world’s finest Ceylon tea is grown, graded and brewed. Optional: Enhance your stay at Adigar’s Manor with a curated spice garden walk or Sri Lankan cooking demonstration, arranged through your assigned butler.Maldives – 5 Nights at Heritance Aarah, Raa Atoll Fly onward to Heritance Aarah, an all villa resort set among the untouched waters of Raa Atoll, one of the finest destinations in the Maldives archipelago. Here, the Premium All Inclusive experience elevates the orthodox all inclusive holiday to new heights, blending indulgent opulence with traditional Maldivian aesthetics across beach and overwater villas, a choice of restaurants and bars, and an overwater Medi Spa, the first of its kind in the country. With magnificent thilas and diverse marine life just off shore, and a full menu of water sports, excursions and recreation on offer, this idyllic retreat is the perfect close to the journey, a true home away from home. Highlights at Heritance Aarah:Settle into a Beach, Ocean or Pool Villa, each with private outdoor space, and for select categories, a private plunge pool. Savour the resort’s restaurants and bars, spanning international buffet dining, fresh seafood, contemporary Sri Lankan and Maldivian cuisine, and Tokyo and Bangkok inspired street food. Dive or snorkel among magnificent thilas and vibrant marine life just off the resort’s shores. Unwind at the overwater Medi Spa, the first of its kind in the Maldives, with treatments designed to restore body, mind and soul. Try your hand at water sports from windsurfing and catamaran sailing to kite surfing and stand up paddling. Optional: Set sail on a sunset fishing cruise, a dolphin search excursion or a private sunrise cruise across the atoll.

A Journey From Ancient Kingdoms to Barefoot Island Luxury Few pairings capture the richness of the Indian Ocean quite like this twin centre escape, one that carries guests from the cultural heart of Sri Lanka to the untouched serenity of the Maldives. Begin amid ancient rock fortresses, sacred temples and wildlife filled national parks, a tailormade journey through Colombo, Habarana, Kandy and Beruwela that reveals the island’s layered history and warm hospitality at every turn, before trading ancient temples for tropical seclusion at Heritance Aarah, an all villa retreat in the Maldives’ pristine Raa Atoll reached by domestic flight and speedboat and wrapped in a Premium All Inclusive experience, where days dissolve into overwater villas, private plunge pools and the gentle rhythm of the sea. Two destinations, one unforgettable Indian Ocean escape. Itinerary Overview Sri Lanka – 7 Nights at Cinnamon Grand, Cinnamon Lodge, Kandy Myst by Cinnamon and Cinnamon Bey Arrive into vibrant Colombo for a guided city tour taking in the Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face Green and the bustling Pettah Market, before an overnight at Cinnamon Grand. The journey continues to Habarana for a jeep safari through Minneriya National Park in search of elephants, with two nights at Cinnamon Lodge allowing time to climb the World Heritage Sigiriya rock fortress and its renowned frescoes, and explore the medieval ruins of Polonnaruwa. The route then continues towards Kandy, stopping at the Dambulla rock temple and a spice garden in Matale, before two nights at Kandy Myst by Cinnamon that include the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya and a city tour to the sacred Temple of the Tooth. The final leg brings two nights at leisure at Cinnamon Bey on the southwest coast at Beruwela, before continuing on to the untouched shores of the Maldives. Highlights in Sri Lanka:Explore Colombo’s colonial charm on a guided city tour, from the iconic Gangaramaya Temple to the bustling Pettah Market and the scenic Galle Face Green. Venture into Minneriya National Park on a jeep safari, home to elephants in significant numbers alongside a rich diversity of birds, reptiles and butterflies. Climb the fifth century Sigiriya rock fortress, a World Heritage Site crowned with the renowned frescoes of the Heavenly Maidens. Discover the medieval ruins of Polonnaruwa and the painted caves of the Dambulla rock temple, home to over 150 images of the Buddha. Visit a spice garden in Matale to see how Sri Lanka’s famous spices are grown and processed. Visit Kandy’s sacred Temple of the Tooth and stroll the sprawling Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya. Optional: Beyond Cinnamon Bey, venture out to explore Galle Fort, the historic Barberyn Lighthouse, or glide through the mangroves on a Madu River safari.Maldives – 5 Nights at Heritance Aarah After the cultural immersion of Sri Lanka, transfer onward to the pure island serenity of Heritance Aarah, arriving via a domestic flight and speedboat transfer into the untouched waters of Raa Atoll. This all villa retreat is divided into Beach and Ocean Villas, with select categories offering private plunge pools, alongside the exclusive Ocean Wing Oasis and its duplex Ocean Suites. The Premium All Inclusive experience blends indulgent opulence with traditional aesthetics across a range of restaurants and bars, from international fare at Ranba to Sri Lankan and Maldivian dining at Ambula, alongside a lagoon side Medi Spa and a full range of water sports and excursions from diving among magnificent thilas to dolphin search cruises, making Heritance Aarah a true home away from home. Highlights in the Maldives:Settle into a Beach Villa, Ocean Villa or one of the exclusive Ocean Suites, each with private sundecks and select villas offering private plunge pools. Savour a diverse dining scene spanning international, Sri Lankan, Maldivian and Asian street food cuisine across restaurants including Ranba, Ambula and Hathaa. Dive or snorkel among magnificent thilas and diverse marine life just beyond the resort’s shores. Relax at the Medi Spa, the first of its kind in the Maldives, with treatment rooms set over the lagoon. Sip a signature tiki cocktail at the Ralu Lounge Bar, home to the largest rum collection in the Maldives, or watch the sunset from the Sky Bar. Optional: Set sail on a sunset photo cruise, dolphin search cruise or private fishing excursion.

Perched amid the mist-shrouded hills of Sri Lanka’s Central Highlands, Santani Wellness Resort & Spa, Kandy is a boutique wellness retreat designed for transformative stays as much as tranquil escapes. Across 48 acres overlooking the Knuckles Mountain Range and lush valleys, guests embark on a personalised wellness journey that balances activity, rest and mindful nourishment. Every stay features bespoke programmes, full-board gourmet wellness cuisine and world-class spa facilities in an intimate, nature-immersed setting.

This immersive 9-day itinerary is a rich blend of culture, wildlife, heritage, and leisure. From the ancient cities of the Cultural Triangle to the serene tea plantations of the highlands and tranquil beaches of the south coast, guests will experience the diverse beauty of Sri Lanka in luxurious comfort. With stays at elegant Heritance properties and private guiding throughout, this journey is ideal for those seeking authentic experiences in style and serenity.