8 days in Maldives & Kolkata (Calcutta) Itinerary

With plenty of things to do, Maafushi Island has a bustling, upbeat atmosphere and a holiday resort vibe.

On the 19th (Thu), relax and rejuvenate at Oak Spa.

To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Maafushi Island itinerary planner.

Kolkata (Calcutta), India to Maafushi Island is an approximately 9-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta) to Maafushi Island is minus 0.5 hours. Traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta) in November, Maafushi Island is a bit warmer at night with lows of 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to travel to Kuredu.

You'd be forgiven for thinking that Kuredu, a small resort island on Lhaviyani Atoll, is heaven on earth.

On the 21st (Sat), discover the deep blue sea with Prodivers Maldives.

To find photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Kuredu holiday builder app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Maafushi Island to Kuredu. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Male.

The tiny but densely populated city of Male represents a contrast to the laid-back beach resorts found in much of the rest of the Maldives.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, browse the eclectic array of goods at Male Fish Market, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Grand Friday Mosque, and finally step off the mainland to explore Hulhumale. Keep things going the next day: walk around Sultan Park, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Hukuru Miskiiy (Old Friday Mosque), and then stroll through Hulhumale Beach.

To see reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Male trip planner.

Explore your travel options from Kuredu to Male with the Route module. In November, daytime highs in Male are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Mon) to allow time for travel to Kolkata (Calcutta).

Nestled on the banks of the Hooghly River, Kolkata is a booming metropolis, India's second largest city, and the country's cultural hub, known for being the birthplace of major artistic and literary movements.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Howrah Bridge and Walking tours. Step out of Kolkata (Calcutta) with an excursion to Belur Math in Belur--about 44 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Dakshineswar Kali Temple, get a new perspective on nature at Indian Museum (Jadu Ghar), shop like a local with Park Street, and examine the collection at Victoria Memorial Hall.

To plan Kolkata (Calcutta) vacation without wasting time, ask Inspirock to design an itinerary.

You can do a combination of ferry and flight from Male to Kolkata (Calcutta) in 8.5 hours. Traveling from Male to Kolkata (Calcutta), you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Male in November, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Kolkata (Calcutta), with lows of 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can travel back home.