Explore Sri Lanka & The Maldives with Stephen Jennings, owner of You Travel & Cruise Napier

23 day tour

From $15,499 per person, twineshare or double

Departs 1st September 2025

Embark on a vibrant journey through Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle, lush tea plantations, ancient temples, and a breathtaking national park—before unwinding on the sun-soaked beaches of the southwest coast. Then, continue your escape to the Maldives and indulge in pure island bliss at Joy Island, where white sands and a turquoise lagoon surround 151 beach and overwater villas. Hosted by Stephen Jennings, owner of YOU Travel & Cruise Napier, this is the ultimate tropical getaway!
 

Itinerary

01/09 Depart Napier - Colombo - Negombo
Discover a historic fishing town with a famous lagoon, churches, and local culture.

02/09 Negombo
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Negombo, including the lively Fish Market, Dutch Church, Angurukaramulla Temple, St. Mary’s Church, and a local Hindu Temple

03/09 Negombo - Dambulla

03/09 - 06/09 Dambulla
Spend 3 days exploring Dambulla Cave Temple, Anuradhapura's ancient ruins, including the Sri Maha Bodhi tree, followed by a tour of Polonnaruwa's historical sites and a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park, plus visit to the Sigiriya rock fortress for stunning views.

07/09 Dambulla - Kandy

08/09 Kandy
Discover colonial Kandyan architecture, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the Royal Botanical Gardens, and the Matale spice plantation, plus enjoy a scenic tour of the city and its surroundings.

09/09 Kandy - Nuwara Eliya

10/09 Nuwara Eliya
Travel to Nuwara Eliya, explore its colonial charm with tea plantations, Victoria Park, and Gregory Lake, visit a tea plantation and factory, and enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan High Tea experience.

11/09 Nuwara Eliya - Yala (via Kataragama Temple)
Visit the historic, multi-religious sacred site, over 2500 years old. 

12/09 Yala 
Embark on an early morning safari in Yala National Park, exploring its diverse wildlife, including elephants, crocodiles, buffaloes, and the elusive leopard, while learning about the park's role in conservation.

13/09 Yala - Bentota
Travel to Bentota, stopping for a Galle City tour to explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, Dutch Reformed Church, Clock Tower and Galle Lighthouse, before continuing to Bentota's popular plam-lined beached and local restaurants. 

14/09 Bentola
Enjoy a day at leisure in the picturesque coastal town of Bentola.

15/09 Bentola - Colombo

16/09 Colombo
Arrive, check in to the hotel, relax, then enjoy an evening shopping trip in Colombo visiting key landmarks and attractions, followed by a farewell dinner with the group.

17/09 Colombo - Maldives

17/09 - 21/09 Maldives
Spend 6 days / 5 nights enjoying The Maldives. Joy Island is in North Malé Atoll, only 40 minutes from Velana International Airport by speedboat. The shape of this beautiful island resembles a butterfly with its white sand beach surounded by a stunning turquiose lagoon.

22/09 Maldives - Napier
Travel from The Maldives to Napier, arriving at 3.50pm on 23/09
 

Inclusions

• Return flights from Napier
• 4 Star Accommodation throughout
• Breakfast & Dinners in Sri Lanaka and all meals in The Maldives
• Transfers throughout and private coach in Sri Lanka
• Local English speaking tour guide, drive and coach attendant in Sri Lanka
• Bottled water daily
• Entry tickets throughout the tour to all monuments, attractions, national parks, safaris, tea plantations and more

 

To learn more and book today - get in touch!

Give Stephen a call on 06 835 3917 or send him an email at stephen@youtravelnapier.co.nz