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Sri Lanka Intro

Mountains, beaches and jungles!

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Duration:

12 days

Age Range:

Avg 18-30

Group Size:

Avg 12-15

Trip Highlights

  • Explore the tea plantations and pick tea with the locals
  • Hike up Little Adam’s Peak and drink in the stunning Sri Lankan landscape
  • Spot herds of free roaming elephants on an amazing sunrise wildlife safari
  • Relax on Sri Lanka's most beautiful beaches and learn to surf
  • Visit a local Buddhist Monastery, spend time with the monks and learn about their way of life

Trip Overview

Experience the very best of Sri Lanka on this fantastic 12 day group tour. Taking in all of the country’s biggest and best highlights, you’ll get involved with unique activities and unforgettable excursions. Explore Negombo by tuk tuk, visit a local village, ride the train from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, go on safari in Udawalawe National Park, & much more! This is the perfect introduction to this amazing country, plus you’ll be staying in unique accommodation, including eco-retreats, and funky boutique hotels with pools!

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  • 11 nights’ accommodation
  • Airport pick-up
  • Tuk tuk ride in Negombo
  • Visit local markets
  • River boat ride
  • Sigiriya Rock viewpoint
  • Spice Garden visit
  • Temple of the Tooth visit
  • Tea Plantation visit 
  • Train journey to Ella
  • Little Adams Peak hike
  • Nine Arch Bridge visit
  • Wildlife safari
  • Yoga session
  • Surf lesson
  • Buddhist Monastery visit
  • 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
  • All transport between included destinations
  • Dedicated tour guide
  • 24-hour emergency support

What's Not Included

Accommodation

11 nights of twin-share & triple-share accommodation are included on this group tour. You will stay in a combination of hotels and eco-retreats, including two nights in a beautiful boutique hotel with lush grounds and an outdoor pool in Sigiriya. 

Meals

11 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners are included. You will need to purchase the rest of your meals yourself. This is a great opportunity to sample some of Sri Lanka’s delicious local cuisine!

Single Use Plastics

Our local team have installed safe refillable water stations at every overnight stop on this tour and also at many of the activity destinations as well. In an effort to reduce the use of single use plastics, we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle with you on this trip.

Touch down into Colombo airport, where you'll be met and transferred to your accommodation in Negombo. Spend the rest of the day relaxing after your flight, lazing by the sea and meeting the rest of your group.

Today, you'll hit the streets of Negombo in a classic form of Asian transport: a tuk tuk. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this city and explore the bustling local market. You'll then journey north to the beautiful town of Sigiriya.

This morning take in the views over the mighty Sigiriya Rock Fortress from a nearby rock that we hike up to. Then make your way to a local village, where you'll cruise the waterways by boat, then see how delicious Sri Lankan cuisine is prepared, and even try it for lunch! 

Journey south towards Kandy, stopping off to visit a fragrant spice garden. Visit the magnificent white-walled Temple of the Tooth and then explore the streets of Kandy.

Travel south through lush green tea fields. You'll stop off at a tea factory and learn how to pick and make tea like the locals. You'll then climb aboard the train from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. This train journey has been described as the best journey in the world! After an awesome day, you can enjoy a night out in town with your group.

This morning, hike up Little Adam's Peak and gaze out at the jaw-dropping views of green mountain slopes and plunging valleys. Then, enjoy some free time this afternoon to wander the streets of Ella.

Today, you'll tick off a must-see Sri Lankan highlight: the incredible Nine Arch Bridge. You'll then continue south to Udawalawe National Park, which is home to elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, monkeys, eagles, hawks, peacocks, and more!

Discover Udawalawe National Park on safari this morning. Watch the sunrise over the sweeping highlands of the park, and watch free roaming wildlife in the slanting morning sunlight. This afternoon, take a stop along the coast at Hiriketiya before journeying to our gorgeous eco-resort in Talalla.

Today is all about rest and relaxation, as you chill out in the amazing beachside location. Take part in our included yoga session, or just grab a coconut and stretch out under a palm tree! 

This morning, you'll hop along the coast to the laid-back sands of Weligama Beach. Here, you'll learn to surf like a pro with an included surf lesson. Then take in the views from Coconut Tree Hill viewpoint before heading onto Mirissa.

Today, you'll visit a nearby Buddhist Monastery and gain a unique insight into Buddhist ways of life. Spend time with student monks, before heading back to Mirissa for a farewell meal on the beach with your group.

Your tour comes to an end today in Mirissa. Time to say goodbye to your group and head to Colombo airport. Airport transfers are not included but are easy to arrange, there will be a bus that will travel to Negombo. Your trip guide will be on hand to help you organise onward travel. 

Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.

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Arrival Information:

Arrange your flight to arrive into Colombo Airport any time on day 1, where you’ll be met and transferred to your accommodation in Negombo. If you wish to arrive a few days early, you will still be entitled to a free pick up, but extra accommodation will be at your own cost. Speak to a travel advisor for more information.

The tour ends in Mirissa on day 12. The bus that will travel back to Negombo from Mirissa that will leave on the morning of day 12, then a taxi to the airport from Negombo will cost around £15. You should not book any flights that depart from Colombo before 7pm on day 12.

Age & Eligibility:

Generally, our travellers are 18-35 years old. We do have an upper age limit of 55 for this trip, with some flexibility. 

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Christopher

I had a really good time and the experience was amazing. Matt was a great team leader and kept the upbeat tone throughout this whole trip and we all bonded really well as a group and this made the...

Ann

Just returned from the 12 day Sri Lanka trip. Had an amazing time with a great group of people in a beautiful country! Matt was a fantastic leader - warm, welcoming, fun, enthusiastic and really...

Claire

Just returned from 12 Day Sri Lanka trip. It was AMAZING! I haven't travelled for a long time and was quite anxious but Matt, the group leader, was welcoming and immediately put me at ease. ...

Malin

I had the best time in Sri Lanka! Really happy to have had the opportunity to experience such a wide range of what the country has to offer. It also helped that our group had the best possible...

Francesca

My dietary requirements were cared for really well which made the trip so much more enjoyable as I wasn't having to worry about food! It was really well organised too.

Celine

I only hoped for a good trip, but I'm amazed of how incredible and memorable the trip ended up being. Everything from the nature, to the people (both the group and the locals), from the early...

Katie

Amazing enjoyed itinerary, penn our group leader was fab

Elisheva

I loved this trip, great included activities and liked how there were no hidden costs. Having a bus that stayed with us and took us everywhere was really great. All the local guides were really...

Monica

This trip was absolutely incredible. Our third trip and definitely the best by far. Emma was an amazing group leader. She couldn't do enough for us. She was so supportive and helped with...

Matthew

We have done 3 trips and this has been our best trip so far, our leader Emma was amazing and was attentive to our needs and remained positive throughout making our experience even better.

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