Day
1
Arrival
at the Resort
Upon arrival at Malé International Airport,
our representative will greet you and escort you
on a short transfer by car to theFour Seasons Lounge
at the seaplane terminal. After a scenic 30-minute
flight, you will arrive on Landaa Giraavaru in the
Baa Atoll, where a five-minute speedboat ride will
take you to the Resort.
After checking in to your villa or bungalow, spend
the rest of the morning at leisure, exploring the
island.
Afternoon
Embark on a two-hour guided snorkelling excursion
that includes a presentation on marine life. Cruise
by dhoni (native Maldivian wooden boat) to a vibrant
coral reef and explore the underwater world with
the Resort's marine biologist.
Evening
Choose from:
• Pre-dinner drinks at Blu Bar, followed by
a dinner of contemporary Italian cuisine at Blu.
The maximum seating capacity for groups is 20.
• A private barbecue dinner on the sandbank.*
Day
2
Morning
• Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Café
Landaa.
• Spend time with our ayurvedic physician
at the Spa's Vedic Wisdom Centre, where he will
discuss the holistic approach of ayurveda and provide
valuable tips on managing in the modern world. Topics
covered during the one-hour session include the
history of ayurveda, mind and body analysis, ayurveda
and food, meditation and yoga tips.
Afternoon
• Enjoy lunch at Café Landaa. The maximum
seating capacity for groups is 40.
• Enjoy a treatment at the Spa and Ayurvedic
Retreat, which promotes a holistic approach to physical,
spiritual and mental well-being, with a special
emphasis on yoga and ayurveda. Secluded open-air
treatment areas make the lush tropical setting an
integral part of the relaxation and treatment process.
Evening
Have dinner at Al Barakat Arabian restaurant and
bar, which offers Lebanese mezze, grill items and
Moroccan specialties under the stars. The maximum
seating capacity for groups is 20.*
Day
3
Morning
• Join a one-hour yoga session featuring sun
salutations and other asanas (body positions). Our
resident yogi will lead you through his active lesson,
designed to suit all levels and guaranteed to fill
your day with energy. Beginners are welcome.
• Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Café
Landaa.
• Experience our dolphin talk and dolphin-watching
cruise.* The waters nearby are frequented by spinner
dolphins. Our marine biologist will share some insight
into this fascinating animal, while you enjoy light
refreshments and watch them spin around the boat.
Afternoon
After lunch at the Resort, relax around the pool,
sunbathe on the beach or enjoy an active afternoon
of water sports.
Evening
• Join us to see the fish in the lagoon snap
up a tasty treat under the careful guidance of our
trained staff.
• Enjoy dinner at Café Landaa or in
the privacy of your villa or bungalow.
Day
4
Morning
•
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Café Landaa.
• Take an hour-long walk along the beach with
our resident marine biologist and learn about the
origin of the islands that make up the Maldives.
Afternoon
Visit the island of Kudarikilu and glimpse life
in the Maldives. Visit a house filled with historical
artefacts and a mosque that is over 100 years old.
The transfer to the island takes about an hour bydhoni,
and the excursion takes three and a half hours.
Evening
Choose from:
• A sunset fishing cruise while our chef waits
to prepare your catch to your liking.*
• A private beach-digging dinner with your
group.*
Day
5
Morning
• Enjoy a delicious breakfast at
Café Landaa.
• Experience our private island escape.* Our
boat will take you to an uninhabited island, where
you can snorkel in pristine lagoons, play soccer
on the beach or enjoy a picnic or barbecue.
Afternoon
Take a beginners' scuba diving course or join a
diving excursion. The bountiful marine life of the
Maldives is mesmerising, even for experienced divers.
And for beginners, there is simply no better place
to learn. The dive centre at Four Seasons Resort
Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru offers divers of all
levels fun and easy ways to learn or to improve
on the skills required to enjoy this exhilarating
sport.
Evening
Enjoy dinner at leisure. As your stay draws to a
close, be reminded that seaplane schedules are confirmed
one day in advance.
Day
6
Morning
• Enjoy a delicious breakfast at
Café Landaa.
• Spend the morning at leisure before you
depart the Resort via speedboat.
• If you are on a daytime flight, a 30-minute
seaplane transfer will take you to Malé Airport.
• If you are on an evening flight, a 30-minute
seaplane transfer will take you to Four Seasons
Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa, where you can use
the changing and shower facilities to freshen up.
Following dinner at leisure, you will depart for
Malé Airport by speedboat.
Maldives
- Maldives Itinerary
Essence of Maldives
The Maldives or Maldives Islands, officially
the Republic of Maldives, is an island nation consisting
of a group of atolls stretching south of India's
Lakshadweep islands between Minicoy Island and the
Chagos Archipelago, and about seven hundred kilometres
(435 mi) south-west of Sri Lanka in the Laccadive
Sea of Indian Ocean. The twenty-six atolls of Maldives
encompass a territory featuring 1,192 islets, of
which two hundred and fifty islands are inhabited.
The inhabitants were Buddhist, probably since Ashoka's
period in the 3rd century BC and possibly Hindu
before that. Islam was introduced in 1153. The Maldives
is the smallest Asian country in terms of both population
and area; it is the smallest predominantly Muslim
nation in the world. It is
also the country with the lowest highest point in
the world.
Get the royal treatment at the Kingdom of
Bhutan Tour code - TTBH032 4 nights / 5 days
1 night Thimphu/1 night Punakha/2 nights Paro
Day 01: Arrive Paro, Paro - Thimphu
In clear weather, Druk Air’s flight to Bhutan
provides a wonderful view of Himalayan scenery.
Whether flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu
or over the foothills from Kolkata, it is a breathtaking
journey, culminating in an exciting descent past
forested hills into the kingdom.On arrival at Paro
airport, meet & greet by our local representative.
On completion of airport formalities, there will
be an interesting drive of about 2 hours’
duration to Thimphu, the modern capital town of
Bhutan.Thimphu, perhaps the most unusual capital
city in the world, is the seat of government.This
bustling town is home to Bhutan’s royal family,
the civil service, and foreign missions with representation
in Bhutan. It is also the headquarters for a number
of internationally funded development projects.
After lunch, visit the National Memorial Chorten.
The building of this landmark was originally envisaged
by Bhutan’s third king, His Majesty Jigme
Dorji Wangchuck, who had wanted to erect a monument
to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974
after his untimely death, it is both a memorial
to the Late King (“the father of modern Bhutan”),
and a monument to peace. Also, visit the Folk Heritage
and National Textile Museums, opened in 2001. Overnight
in Thimphu. (D)
Day 02: Thimphu - Punakha. (B, L, D)
Morning visit to Tashichhodzong, the main secretariat
building which houses the throne room of His Majesty,
the King. Tashichhodzong is also the summer residence
of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot) and the central monk
body. Proceed to the National Library, which houses
an extensive collection of Buddhist literature,
with some works dating back several hundred years.
Visit the nearby Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly
known as the Painting School), where a six-year
training course is given in the 13 traditional arts
and crafts of Bhutan. Also visit (outside only)
the National Institute of Traditional Medicine,
where the medicinal herbs abundant in the kingdom
are compounded and dispensed. In the early evening,
drive over Dochu-la pass (3,088m/10,130ft) to Punakha.
Overnight in Punakha.
Day 03: Punakha -Wangduephodrang -Paro(B,L, D)
Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan
until 1955, when the seat of government moved to
Thimphu. Originally situated on the riverbank and
dominated by the towering walls of Punakha Dzong,
the township was relocated to a safer site a few
kilometers down the valley, consequent upon extensive
flooding in the early 1990s. At the same time, extensive
renovation work was undertaken on Punakha Dzong
itself, which is now a breathtaking and glorious
sight as you first glimpse it from the road. Although
four catastrophic fires and an earthquake in past
times destroyed many historic documents, Punakha
Dzong still houses many sacred and historic artifacts
and also the embalmed body of Shabdrung Ngawang
Namgyal. Later drive to Wangduephodrang, the last
town on the highway before entering central Bhutan.
Situated on a ridge overlooking a river junction,
the formidable Wangduephodrang Dzong is the town’s
most visible feature. In the 17th century, Wangdue
played a critical role in unifying the western,
central and southern regions of the country. Also
visit the local market. After lunch drive to Paro,
visiting Semtokha Dzong en route. This dzong, built
in 1627, is the oldest in Bhutan. It now houses
the Institute for Language and Cultural Studies.
Arrive Paro and check into the hotel. Overnight
in Paro.
Day 04: Paro (B, L, D)
The valley of Paro contains a wealth of
attractions. After an early breakfast, take a hike
to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s
Nest. It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, founding
father of the Bhutanese form of Mahayana Buddhism,
arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated
at this monastery. The main structure was severely
damaged by fire in 1998, but after many years of
painstaking restoration work, the complex has now
been fully restored to its former glory. After Takstang
hike, drive up the valley to view the ruins of Drukgyel
Dzong, 18 km. from Paro town on the north side of
the valley. It was from here that the Bhutanese
repelled several invading Tibetan armies during
the 17th century. Also visit Kyichu Lhakhang, one
of the oldest and most sacred shrines of the kingdom.Then
visit Ta Dzong (National Museum) Ta Dzong, once
a watchtower, built to defend Rinpung Dzong during
inter-valley wars of the 17th century, it was inaugurated
as Bhutan’s National Museum in 1968. Afterwards,
walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong,
which has a long and fascinating history. Overnight
in Paro.
Day 05: Depart Paro (B)
After breakfast, drive to Paro airport for departure
flight.
INCLUSIONS
• 3 nights accommodation at the hotel
• Full time own chauffeured car from time
of arrival until departure
• Fulltime Guide & part-time Guides for
specific activities
• Camping when required
• All meals
• Equipment for outlined activities
• Visas to Bhutan
• All sightseeing and activities during your
entire stay in Bhutan
• Personal camping equipments, tents, bed
rolls, sleeping bags
EXCLUSIONS
• International airfare & taxes
• Druk Air fare
• Travel insurance (mandatory)
• Personal trekking gear and clothing
• All personal expenses
• Tips to the tour guide and driver
• Anything not mentioned under the “Above
inclusions”
ITINERARY: 3 Nights/4 Days Maldives
Day
01: Maldives
Arrival at Male airport, meet our local representative
and transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Maldives.
Day
02: Maldives (B)
Breakfast at the Hotel. Day at leisure to enjoy
on your own the various water sports, like Wind
surfing, Water skiing, jet skiing, kayaking, parasailing,
catamaran sailing, Speed boat driving & sunbathing
in the golden shores. Overnight in Maldives
Day
03: Maldives (B)
Breakfast at the Hotel. Day at leisure to explore
the island on your own. Overnight in Maldives.
Day
04: Maldives (B)
Breakfast at the Hotel. Transfer to Male Airport
to take a flight to your onward destination.
INCLUSIONS:
• 3 nights’ accommodation at the hotel.
• Daily Breakfast.
• Return airport transfers by Speed Boat
or Sea Plane.
EXCLUSIONS:
• Domestic OR International Flights.
• All personal expenses.
• Tips.
• Anything not mentioned under the “Above
inclusions”.
Day
by Day
Day 1London
Comfortable overnight flight on British Airways.
Day 2Male - Maldive Island
Once you arrive into Male you will be met by one
of the resorts representatives and will be transferred
by speedboat to the resort. Once you arrive you
will then have the rest of the day to relax.
Day 3Maldive Island
Day at leisure on Baros Island.
Day 4Maldive Island
Day at leisure on Baros Island.
Day 5Maldive Island
Day at leisure on Baros Island.
Day 6Maldive Island
Day at leisure on Baros Island.
Day 7Maldive Island
Day at leisure on Baros Island.
Day 8Maldive Island
Day at leisure on Baros Island.
Day 9Maldive Island - Male
This morning you will be transferred by speedboat
back to Male to catch your British Airways flight
back to London arriving the same day.
Week
Guided Tour Itineraries
The islands west of Malé
Day One--After your arrival at Malé,
you will transfer to the Atoll Explorer, which
will be your home on the sea for the next week.
Day Two--This morning your group
will leave for the island of Nakatchafushi where
everyone will enjoy relaxing on the beach and
possibly a snorkeling adventure.
Day Three--Today you will sail
to Kuramathi by way of the Ari channel. In the
afternoon you will visit Rasdhoo and experience
the life of the locals including shopping from
the native's wares.
Day Four--Madivaru is on the
line-up for today. It is billed as a "Robinson
Crusoe" type of island and is just perfect
for snorkelingand windsurfing. In the afternoon
you will visit Ukulash, another local island.
Day Five--This morning you will
travel to the island of Mushimasmigili where you
will snorkel and swim to your heart's content
and that evening you will participate in a beach
barbeque on the island of Kandholhudhu.
Day Six--Another adventure in
snorkeling, swimming, or simply relaxing is in
order today and the excursion will take you to
the coral reef of Kandholhudhu.
Day Seven--Today you will once
again cross the Ari channel, landing at Kurumba
and in the afternoon you will have the opportunity
to visit the capital island of Malé and
experience all the attractions and activities
it has to offer.
Day Eight--Today ends your time
on the Atoll Explorer and you will make your preparations
for your transportation back home.
Exploring Kanuhura and Huvafen Fushi
Day One--Today will mark your arrival
to Maldives by Malé, the capital. After
getting picked at the airport, you will be taken
to the Mookai Hotel. From here you will have opportunities
to explore Malé and enjoy the architecture
and attractions.
Days Two through Five--These
days will be spent in Kanuhura, by which you will
arrive by seaplane. One & Only is the name
of the resort and it is located on one of the
islands of Lhavivani Atoll, which is northeast
of Maldives. The resort is private and offers
a plethora of activities, sports, relaxation spots,
and restaurants, and nearby are some of the best
diving spots in the world including an outer reef
which drops down almost 2,000 meters.
Among its many amenities listed, the One &
Only resort boats of these three main restaurants:
Thin Rah, Olive Tree, and The Veli Café.
Favorite activities include tennis, squash, windsurfing,
sailing, waterskiing, canoeing, catamaran trips,
and dolphin safaris.
Days Six Through Ten--The next
days will take you to the North Malé Atoll
where you will experience the Huvafen Fushi resort,
hailed as a naturalist's wonderland. Your accommodations
include a split-level bungalow, which floats over
the lagoon from which you can step directly from
your deck into the water. Activities offered by
the resort include yoga, an outdoor salt-water
flotation pool,scuba diving, non-motorized water
sports, sunset fishing, big game fishing, and
sand bank snorkeling.
Day Eleven--Today you will pack
up and begin your journey home.
Honeymoon Get-Away
Day One--After your arrival at
the Malé International Airport, you will
be escorted to the honeymoon resort island of
your own prior choosing.
Day Two--Today the two of you
will simply enjoy relaxing on the pristine-white
sandy beach and gaze at the beautiful Maldivian
sunset that evening.
Day Three--Today you will have
the opportunity to go snorkelingand take in the
amazing marine life of the Maldives. Other water
sports will be available upon request.
Day Four--Several excursions
are available to choose from including island
hopping, more snorkeling, night fishing, game
fishing, and delicious barbeque lunch.
Day Five--Today you will visit
Malé and do some sightseeing of the local
religious and political structures as well as
shopping in the local market districts.
Day Six--Another day to enjoy
the relaxing pace of island living. You may enjoy
more snorkeling if you choose, or simply lay back
and work on your tan.
Day Seven--Today you will pack
up and begin your journey back home.
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