ODI & with Maldives Travel Packages to watch England play Sri Lanka in January & February 2026 – ATOL protected.
This cricket and beach tour provides the opportunity to visit Sri Lanka and the Maldives with international cricket.
Tour Highlights
- Colombo: Bustling capital, vibrant markets, sunset Galle Face promenade
- Galle: the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century
- Whale watching: see both blue and sperm whales, which can be found off the island’s southern coast
- Maldives: Holidays to the Maldives take you to a string of tropical islands – called atolls
Destinations and hotels in brief
- Taj Samudra, Colombo (04 nights)
- Jetwing Lighthouse, Galle (02 nights)
- Kuramathi or Outrigger, Maldives (05 night)
20 January- Fly to Sri Lanka
Depart from your preferred UK airport for your overnight flight to Sri Lanka.
21 January - Colombo
On arrival at the Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by your guide & transfer to Colombo. Transfer Time (Airport to Colombo): Approximately 45 minutes.
22 January - 1st One Day International
1st One Day International – Sri Lanka v England at the R. Premadasa International Stadium, Colombo
Return cricket transfers – Start time: 14:30
The R. Premadasa International Stadium (known prior to June 1994 as the Khetterama Cricket Stadium, after the area of Colombo it stands in) was the brainchild of the late Sri Lanka President Ranasinghe Premadasa, who championed the development of this colossal 35,000-seater concrete bowl, the biggest stadium in the country. Opened on February 2, 1986.
23 January - Colombo Small Group Day Tour
Colombo City Tour – The trade and commercial capital has long been the traditional gateway to the Orient. Sri Lanka’s largest city, it is located on the west coast and draws together all the cultures, religions and influences of foreign lands into a pot-pourri of sounds, smells and a kaleidoscope of color. Main Sites that will be covered are as follows: New & Old Parliament, BMICH (Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall), Independence Square, Pettah, Gangarama Temple.
Option to change or engage on below activities at leisure later in the day
Colombo Food Walk is a culinary journey through the bustling streets of Sri Lanka’s capital city. Discover the vibrant and diverse flavours of Colombo’s food culture as you stroll through local markets, sample street food, and visit traditional eateries.
Colombo Dodgy Bar Crawl – Uncover the intriguing history of Colombo Fort through its most storied and character-filled watering holes. Guided by a knowledgeable host, guests will visit a selection of Colombo’s lesser-known, historic bars—each with its own unique charm and backstory.
Crafted Colours: Discover Design and Upcycling with a Fashion Designer – Spend the day immersed in colour, with a fashion designer who runs a fun, little company that is known for bringing handloom beanbags to the world and empowering women artisans in the process.
24 January - 2nd One Day International
2ND One Day International – Sri Lanka v England at the R. Premadasa International Stadium
Return cricket transfers – Start time: 14:30
25 January - Travel south to Galle or Beach stay
Next two days tour to down south and spend your time in the the city of Galle or on the beach. The Galle fort is a World Heritage Site and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. Visit Galle International Stadium, considered to be one of the most picturesque cricket grounds in the world. Bentota Beach, located in Sri Lanka, is a popular destination known for its golden sands, calm waters, and luxurious resorts. It’s a great spot for relaxation.
26 January - Galle Small Group Day Tour or Whale watching
09.00 Morning City tour of Galle
Galle – said to be the famous Tarshish of the Bible where King Solomon obtained gems and spices, this “Living” UNESCO World Heritage Site is the port where the Portuguese first landed in Sri Lanka in 1505. Captured and fortified by the Dutch who ruled maritime Sri Lanka in the 17th and 18th centuries, the city still retains the air of old Holland. Within the well preserved 90-acre fort and ramparts built in 1663 are old Dutch churches and monuments with armorial bearings, an imposing crested, and monogrammed gateway dated 1669, many well preserved old Dutch houses and narrow alleys still bearing Dutch names. The New Oriental Hotel, built for a Dutch governor in 1684, a colonial gem now converted to the internationally renowned Amangalla Hotel and several other excellent boutique hotels are testimony to the importance of this location.
Optional Whale Watching – Pick up at 05:00 am Arrive at the Harbor by 0630 HRS and be met by your naturalist guide for the day and the crew. Set out across the azure sea with the clear and crisp early morning breeze to keep you cool. The naturalist on board will be a fount of incredible facts about local marine life making the expedition an intense ‘Marine Nature Watch’, experience. Continue out to sea and hopefully encounter the mighty giants of the sea, the Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Killer Whales and several Whales.
27 January - 3rd One Day International
3rd One Day International – Sri Lanka v England at the R. Premadasa International Stadium
This morning transfer to your hotel in Colombo. In the afternoon return cricket transfers – Start time 2:30pm.
28 January - Fly to Maldives
Today you will be transferred from your hotel to Colombo airport for your flight to Malé (1 hour 25 minutes). On arrival you will be met and take a boat transfer or seaplane (at a supplement) to your island.
29 January - 01 February
Days at leisure to enjoy the facilities at your hotel.
02 February - Fly to the UK

Taj Samudra Colombo 5* visit hotel website
Taj Samudra, Colombo offers rooms overlooking the Indian Ocean or city skyline. It boasts an outdoor pool, 7 dining options and tennis courts. Bright and airy, elegant rooms have classic wood furnishings and comfortable seating areas. They are fitted with cable TV, a fridge and a tea/coffee maker. For leisure, relaxing massages, a well-equipped fitness centre and squash courts are available. Attentive staff can provide business and childcare services. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes at Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant and Navratna Indian Restaurant. Other dining highlights include Ports of Call Global Cuisine Restaurant, Crab Factory Seafood Restaurant, Lattice for Tea & Coffee and Yumi Japanese Restaurant.

Jetwing Lighthouse Galle 5* visit hotel website
Near Mahamodara Beach With a stay at Jetwing Lighthouse, A Luxury Reserve in Galle, you’ll be in the business district, just steps from Mahamodara Beach and a 2-minute drive from St. Aloysius College. This beach hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Galle International Cricket Stadium and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from National Maritime Museum. Make yourself at home in one of the 63 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel’s 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Near Rasdhoo Reef Dive Site With a stay at Kuramathi Maldives in Kuramathi Island, you’ll be a 1-minute walk from Rasdhoo Reef Dive Site and 8 minutes by foot from Holi Faru Dive Site. This beach resort is 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from Folhudhoo Harbor and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Nika Island Resort & Spa. Make yourself at home in one of the 360 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). All-inclusive rates are available at this resort. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Enjoy seafood at The Reef, one of the resort’s many dining establishments, which include 12 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 6 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort 5* visit hotel website
Near Maafushivaru Island Beach Located in Maafushivaru, OUTRIGGER Maldives Maafushivaru Resort is by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Ari Atoll and Dhangethi Beach. This beach resort is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bunbaru Public Beach. Make yourself at home in one of the 81 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. All-inclusive rates are available at this resort. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. Grab a bite at Cuisine Gallery, one of the resort’s 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or the poolside bar for a tasty beverage. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Prices Includes:
- International flights – choice of UK departures and airlines
- Official Grandstand Match tickets
- All entrance fees / expenses to the places of interests as per the itinerary; Train journey, Tea factory & Tea plantation
- Transfers where stated
- Match Day Cricket transfers
- Hotels as stated
- Daily breakfast
- Excursions where state
- Unlimited water available on all days of transfers
- Porterage for luggage carriers at all hotel
- All taxes and hotel service charge
Excludes:
- Travel Insurance
- Sri Lanka ETA visa
- Items of personal nature