12-Day Sri Lanka Tour

Visit golden temples, experience fascinating local culture, relax on stunning white sandy beaches, learn to surf, teach Buddhist monks and much more!

Negombo, Sri Lanka

Duration
12 Days

Max Group Size
16 Pax

Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Airport pickup

Meals
Some meals

Start & End Location
Starts: Negombo, Ends: Mirissa

Hostel
Included

What's Included

All transport: Minibus, train, tuk-tuk, boat
Airport pick up
11 nights accommodation
- 1 Night Negombo - Hotel
- 2 Nights Dambulla - 'Glamping' Resort
- 1 Night Kandy - Hotel
- 2 Nights Ella - Hotel
- 1 Night Udawalawe National Park - Riverside Glamping
- 1 Night Dikwella - Hotel
- 1 Night Talalla - Eco Retreat
- 2 Nights Mirissa - Hotel
Meals: 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
All activities including:
- Visit Local Temples
- Ride a Tuk Tuk
- Golden Temple Caves
- Experience Local Life
- River Boat Ride
- Sigiriya Rock
- Spice Garden
- Temple of the Tooth
- Tea Plantations
- Ella Train Journey
- Little Adam's Peak
- Nine Arches Bridge
- Local Cooking Experience
- Safari Experience
- Learn to Surf
- Visit Buddhist Monastery
- Teach English to Monk Students
Experienced Group leader
Local guides
Onward travel help and planning 24/7 support after the tour finishes

Where We Visit

Colombo
Negombo.
Sigiriya
Kandy
Temple of the Tooth
Ella
Little Adam’s Peak
Nine Arches Bridge
Udawalawe National Park.
Tallula
Weligama Beach
Mirissa

What's excluded

Flights
Insurance
Visas
Some meals and drinks

What to Expect

Experience the absolute best of Sri Lanka in 12 days when you book this all-inclusive guided tour from Negombo. You'll discover fascinating local culture, ancient cave temples, stunning sunsets, the famous Sigiriya rock fortress, spice gardens,tea plantations and epic waterfalls. You will travel the world's most scenic train journey, spot wild elephants,crocodiles and amazing birdlife on a safari, relax on gorgeous white sandy beaches, learn to surf,teach Buddhist monks English, experience local life, party on the beach and more.

With an awesome group leader from the moment you step off the plane, an instant group of friends to share your adventure with, amazing accommodation and so much more included, this is sure to be the trip of a lifetime.

Day 1:Arrive & meet the Group

We’ll pick you up from Colombo airport and take you to our beachfront hotel in Negombo. You’ll then have plenty of time to recover from your long flight, chill out and meet everyone in your group.

Day 2: Tuk-tukride & local markets

Discover the beachside town of Negombo by tuk-tuk and visit the famous local fish market, before heading north to the beautiful and sacred town of Dambulla. The next two nights we will stay in a unique and beautiful ‘glamping’ resort.

Day 3: Local Village & Sigiriya

An amazing and diverse day starting with experiencing the stunning views of the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress followed by an authentic local village experience. We’ll cruise by boat and enjoy a cooking demonstration by the local village women and live and eat like the locals!

Day 4:Spice Garden, Temple of the Tooth & Kandy

Today we’ll head south via a spice garden before arriving in the cultural centre of Sri Lanka Kandy. We’ll visit the amazing Temple of the Tooth and wander around the beautiful Kandy Lake, before heading out for dinner and a few drinks.

Day 5:Tea Plantations & train to Ella

We’ll continue south through stunning rolling green tea plantations, stopping to learn how to pick and make tea; Sri Lanka’s most famous export. Before boarding the ‘world’s most scenic train’ to the town of Ella. Once we arrive we’ll head into town for dinner and a night out!

Day 6: Little Adam’s Peak and chill time in Ella

A free morning to relax and explore the beautiful little town of Ella, do some shopping or unwind with a traditional massage. We’ll then hike the stunning Little Adam’s Peak and enjoy the spectacular views.

Day 7: Nine Arches Bridge & National Park

This morning we’ll visit the famous Nine Arches Bridge before heading south to the amazing Udawalawe National Park.

Day 8: Safari time!

A truly unforgettable day as we wake for sunrise and travel by jeep into the stunning Udawalawe National Park; one of the world’s best places to spot herds of wild free-roaming elephants, crocodiles, and amazing birdlife. That afternoon we’ll make our way to some beautiful beaches and finish the day watching the sunset and having a beach BBQ.

Day 9: Eco Retreat

Today we’ll travel to the hidden paradise of Tallula. Here we’ll stay at an incredibly beautiful and tranquil retreat that is both environmentally friendly and stunning beachside accommodation. Yoga is optional or spends some time relaxing under the palm trees by the pool or beachside at one of the best kept secret beaches of the south.

Day 10:Learn to Surf and Beach time

This morning we’ll continue along the coast and stop for a private surf lesson on the super friendly and relaxed Weligama Beach, before checking into our beachside accommodation in Mirissa and heading out to check out the town.

Day 11:Buddhist Monk Visit

Today we’ll have the truly special experience of visiting a Buddhist Monastery where we’ll spend time with the local monk students and learn about their way of life. Later tonight we’ll head out for our farewell meal on the beach and experience the nightlife in Mirissa for our last party together!

Day 12:Check out & onward travel

Your epic adventure comes to an end today. Your group leader will help organize your onward travel including the return to Colombo and airport transfers.

Frequently Asked Questions

We always recommend travelling with a backpack and packing light! 10-20kgs of stuff should be plenty. It’s generally quite hot in Sri Lanka so dragging around a huge suitcase is not much fun.

Policies

Terms & Conditions:

It’s best to arrive on the actual start date. There are no activities on the first day, so you can arrive at any time. If you do arrive early, we’ll still pick you up from the airport and will book you into our Negombo hotel from the day you arrive. Extra nights will be approx. £30 / $60 AUD per night for a double/twin room and can be paid on arrival.
Most nationalities require a visa or ETA (electronic travel authority) to enter Sri Lanka. This visa is typically for 30 days and can generally be done on arrival at the airport or online. The cost is usually approx. $35USD, however as of August 1st 2019 visas on arrival are temporarily being offered for free.
Travel Insurance for Sri Lanka is compulsory to join this tour.

Cancellation Policy:

Following your payment of part or all of the Fees, if you cancel your Tour:

More than 14 days prior to the start date of the Tour, you will be liable to pay a cancellation fee of $200 AUD (or £100 GBP for residents of the United Kingdom). If applicable, we will refund you the balance of any Fee paid by you; and
Within 14 days from the start date of the Tour, you will be charged AU$200.

If you cancel on the start date of the Tour or any time thereafter (including by leaving the Tour) or you do not show up for the Tour, you will be liable to pay the Fee in full and no refund will be made to you.

The Fees are determined by the Tour that you have selected during the booking process and as further particularised in the Confirmation Email.
Fees are to be paid to us using the payment method prescribed on our Site and in accordance with the payment terms in our invoice. You must pay the Fee in full prior to the commencement of your Tour. We may cancel your participation in the Tour if the Fee is not paid to us in full in accordance with these Terms.
Our Fees may change from time to time, at our discretion. It is your responsibility to check our current Fees before you submit your booking through our Site. For the avoidance of doubt, once your booking is complete, the Fee for your Tour will not change.

Following your payment of part or all of the Fees, if you cancel your Tour:
(a) more than 14 days prior to the start date of the Tour, you will be liable to pay a cancellation fee of $200 AUD (or £100 GBP for residents of the United Kingdom). If applicable, we will refund you the balance of any Fee paid by you; and
(b) within 14 days from the start date of the Tour, you will be liable to pay the Fee in full.
If you cancel on the start date of the Tour or any time thereafter (including by leaving the Tour) or you do not show up for the Tour, you will be liable to pay the Fee in full and no refund will be made to you.

You may not transfer your Tour to another party. If you are unable to participate in a Tour, the cancellation policy will apply. We may allow you to transfer a Tour, or any amounts of the Fee paid by you, to another party, however we will have no obligation to do so, and this allowance will be made in our absolute discretion.

We understand that your travel plans may change. You must notify of us of any desired start date change prior to the start date of your Tour. Your request for a start date change will be subject to the availability of your desired date for the Tour (New Date).
If the New Date is available, and you wish to change the start date of your Tour:

more than 14 days prior to the start date of your Tour, the date change will be free of charge; or

within 14 days from the start date of the Confirmed Tour, you must pay us an administrative fee of $200 AUD (or £100 GBP for residents of the United Kingdom), for the reasonable costs incurred by us for the start date change.

The Tour itinerary may be subject to change due to unexpected circumstances or events. If we are unable to offer a particular inclusion in the Tour itinerary due to events or circumstances beyond our reasonable control, we will use our best endeavours to replace it with an inclusion of equal or greater value.

We will notify you as soon as possible if we need to cancel or reschedule a Tour, and we will use our best endeavours to reschedule the Tour at an alternate start date that is agreed between the Parties.
If we cancel a Tour because of events or circumstances beyond our reasonable control:

prior to the start date of the Tour, and we cannot find an alternate start date agreed between the Parties, you will receive a refund of any Fees that have been paid by you; and

after the start of the Tour, you will receive a refund of any Fees that have been paid by you on a pro-rata basis.

You must be at least 18 years old, or if you are under 18 years old, obtain the consent of, or during the Tour be under the supervision of, a legal guardian that is at least 18 years old.
Participation in our Tours may involve physical effort and exertion. You must not participate in a Tour if participation in the Tour will adversely affect your physical health and/or medical condition. We recommend that you seek medical advice regarding your participation in any Tours. Your participation in a Tour will be at your own risk, and you agree to sign a waiver form prior to your participation in any Tours.
You are responsible for obtaining any vaccinations or medical information relevant to your destination country.

You must have a valid passport for the duration of any Tour and for 6 months thereafter. It is your responsibility to have a valid visa throughout the duration of the Tour. We will not be held responsible if you are denied entry to a destination country due to an invalid passport or visa.
If you book a Tour that expressly states that we will apply for a visa and/or bank account on your behalf, you authorise us to prepare and lodge your visa application and/or bank account application, and perform all incidental or related activities, based on the information provided by you. We do not have an impact on, and will not be liable for, the processing time or result of any visa application and/or bank application.

You must hold and maintain valid travel insurance for participation in any Tours where the destination country is within Asia. We highly recommend holding and maintaining travel insurance when participating in any other Tours (including any Tours in Australia). Please contact us if you require assistance with purchasing travel insurance.

When participating on a Tour, you must cooperate with us, and conduct yourself in an appropriate, decent, lawful, non-aggressive, non-bullying and proper manner, and comply with these Terms and any instructions or directions given to you by us or any of our tour guides, at all times.
We may terminate these Terms and request you to leave a Tour if in our view your conduct is inappropriate. If we request you to leave a tour, no refund will be made to you.
You acknowledge and agree that we are unable to control the conduct of you or third parties. You acknowledge and agree that, to the maximum extent permitted by law, we will not be responsible or liable for any conduct of, you or any third party.

You agree to do all things, and provide us with such information and documentation necessary, and as we reasonably require for us, to be able to process your booking for a Tour and to provide the Tour to you. This includes, but is not limited to, providing us with your full name, date of birth, passport and passport details or details of any medical conditions. The information and documentation that you provide to us, must be complete, accurate and correct.

During your Tour, your tour guide or other group members may take photos or record videos of you participating in the Tour or you may provide us with photos or videos that you have taken. You consent to us publishing such photos and videos and details (including but not limited to your name, location and date) for our marketing purposes including on the Site and social media.