Affordable Luxury Maldives Itinerary Featuring Stunning Water Villas

Day 1: Arrival and Relaxation

Malé, Maldives on July 3, 2025

9:00am

Arrival at Velana International Airport

Arrive at Malé’s international airport and collect your luggage. Prepare for transfer to a water villa resort in South Malé Atoll, known for beautiful budget-friendly options.
USD0, 0h30m

10:00am

Speedboat Transfer to Water Villa Resort

Take a 30-40 minute speedboat ride to your chosen water villa resort such as Sun Siyam Iru Fushi or Adaaran Club Rannalhi, both offering water villas under your budget.
USD100, 0h40m

11:00am

Check-in to Water Villa

Settle into your overwater villa with direct lagoon access and stunning views, ideal for relaxation and enjoying the turquoise waters.
USD0, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Resort’s Lagoon Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring fresh seafood and Maldivian cuisine with a terrace view over the crystal-clear water. Most resorts open 12pm-3pm.
USD25, 1h

2:00pm

Afternoon Relaxation and Snorkeling

Spend the afternoon snorkelling right off your villa deck or lounging on the white sandy beach to unwind and soak up the island atmosphere.
USD0, 3h

6:00pm

Dinner at Sunset Grill

Enjoy a romantic grilled seafood dinner at the Sunset Grill, with all dishes prepared fresh and offering magnificent sunset views. Open 6pm-10pm.
USD40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Island Exploration

South Malé Atoll, Maldives on July 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Villa

Start your day with an in-villa breakfast featuring tropical fruits, fresh juices, toast, and eggs while enjoying lagoon views.
USD15, 1h

9:00am

Half-Day Island Hopping Tour

Take an organised tour to nearby local islands such as Gulhi and Maafushi to experience Maldivian culture, markets and local crafts. Tours operate 9am-1pm.
USD70, 4h

1:30pm

Lunch at Maafushi Beachside Café

Enjoy a casual meal with Maldivian curries, fresh fish, and tropical smoothies at one of the popular beach cafés, open till 3pm.
USD20, 1h

3:00pm

Relax at Resort Pool and Spa

Return to the resort and spend the afternoon by the infinity pool or enjoy a budget-friendly spa treatment for ultimate relaxation.
USD50, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Resort Buffet

Savour the resort’s dinner buffet offering diverse international and local dishes, perfect for sampling wide varieties. Open 7pm-10pm.
USD35, 1h30m
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Day 3: Culture and Leisure

South Malé Atoll, Maldives on July 5, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast in Villa

Enjoy another relaxing breakfast in your villa with beautiful morning light and calm lagoon waters.
USD15, 1h

9:30am

Visit Local Village on Dhigurah Island

Arrange a guided visit to Dhigurah Island to explore Maldivian village life, meet locals, and learn about traditional crafts. Local visits usually operate 9am-12pm.
USD40, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Dhigurah Café

Try Maldivian staple dishes like garudhiya (fish soup) accompanied by roshi bread and fresh coconut at a local café.
USD15, 1h

2:00pm

Relax and Swim at Villa

Spend the afternoon swimming, kayaking, or simply sunbathing from your villa’s deck.
USD0, 3h

6:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Beachside Restaurant

Celebrate your last night with a beachfront dinner featuring fresh catch of the day and tropical cocktails at a charming beachside restaurant open 6pm-10pm.
USD45, 2h
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Day 4: Departure

Malé, Maldives on July 6, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast In Villa

Enjoy a light breakfast and final views of the lagoon before departure.
USD15, 1h

8:00am

Speedboat Transfer to Velana International Airport

Transfer back to Malé by speedboat for your departure flight. Schedule based on flight timings.
USD100, 0h40m

9:00am

Departure from Malé

Check in for your flight and bid farewell to the Maldives with memories of turquoise waters and stunning sunsets.
USD0, N/A
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