14 days tour

Sri Lanka Encompassed

$ 1,679 .30 USD

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Sri Lanka Encompassed

This tour includes:

Others

Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Sthree Craft Shop and Cafรฉ, Kandy Your G for Good Moment: Nature Resort Stay, Digana Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Sri Lankan Cooking Demonstration, Udawalawe. Colombo orientation walk. Fishing village walking tour. Dutch canal boat ride. Dambulla Cave Temple visit. Sigiriya Rock Fortress tour. Village tour with local lunch. Spice plantation visit. Temple of the Tooth guided tour. Tea factory visit. Yala National Park safari. Galle Fort and city tour. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Meals

13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Accommodation

Hotels (13 nts).

Transport

Private van, boat, scenic local train.

Hygieneprotocol

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Not included:

Others

1. Some culturally significant sights in Sri Lanka may not allow entry to people wearing hats or hijabs, or to those with covered faces. Examples of cultural sites with such restrictions may include, but are not limited to, the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree section or the Anuradhapura Cultural Site, the Dambulla Cave Temple and Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. 2. Displaying body art or wearing clothing that includes an image of the Buddha is illegal; please be culturally sensitive and respect the law and should you have any such tattoos, keep them covered at all times. 3. Traveling by road in Sri Lanka is certainly not what people are use to in Western countries. Many road ways are single lane, rules are not always followed, drivers appear to speed, do not stay in their lanes, and overtake in seemingly dangerous situations. Although their are some improvements in the works to the road infrastructure, there is a lot more to be done. As a result, some of the roads are poorly maintained, and this gets even more pronounced during and after the monsoon. As a result, travel time covering relatively short distances is very long in comparison to Western countries. 4. ACCOMMODATION NOTE: Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.Kandy - Kandyan Cultural Dance (5-8USD per person) - Royal Botanical Gardens Visit (10USD per person) - Ayurvedic Center Horton Plains Nature Reserve - Horton Plains Trek (60-70USD per person) Ella - Demodara Nine Arch Bridge Badulla - Dunhinda Falls Excursion - Badulla City Tour Yala National Park - Yala National Park Safari (60-70USD per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Sri Lanka Encompassed

  • Day 1 Day 1: Colombo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Colombo

      Arrive at any time.
      There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

      Included Activities:
      - Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Day 2 Day 2: Colombo/Negombo (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Colombo/Negombo (1B)

      Enjoy a guided city tour of Colombo before heading to Negombo. With evening free time, explore the stunning Portuguese and Dutch architecture.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle

      Included Activities:
      - Pettah Bazaar Visit
  • Day 3 Day 3: Negombo/Sigiriya (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Negombo/Sigiriya (1B)

      Begin the day visiting the seaside and observe fisherman sorting through their haul ashore. Board a boat to glide along the Dutch canal and get a closer look at the lives of the locals. Travel to the Dambulla province and visit the cave temple before watching the sun set over the lake.
      Travel through the countryside to Sigiriya in Dambulla, the central province of Sri Lanka. Visit the the World Heritage Site of the Golden Cave Temple of Dambulla.

      In the evening, try to catch a beautiful sunset over the Kandalamma Lake.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 04:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Dutch Canal Boat Ride
      - Dambulla Cave Temple Visit
      - Fishing Village Walking Tour
  • Day 4 Day 4: Sigiriya (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Sigiriya (1B, 1L)

      Guided tour of the rock fortress of Sigiriya โ€” a World Heritage site. Meet locals and share a meal in a nearby village.

      Enjoy a walking tour of a local village to learn about residentsโ€™ way of life while getting a chance to try the local cuisine at a lunch prepared by the families of the community. Later, visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Built in the fifth century, this rock fortress boasts well-laid out gardens, caves, monasteries, and palaces with beautiful wall motifs.

      In the afternoon, opt to go for a tour of Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka, where you can cycle through the ruins.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Included Activities:
      - Sri Lanka Village Tour
      - Sigiriya Rock Fortress Visit
  • Day 5 Day 5: Sigiriya/Kandy (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Sigiriya/Kandy (1B, 1L)

      Drive through the Knuckles Mountain Range and visit a spice plantation en route to Kandy. Stop for lunch at G Adventures supported-Sthree Craft Shop and Cafe. Take a guided visit to the famous Temple of the Tooth.
      En route to Kandy, stop at the herbal centre of spices. Students of Ayurveda will explain different uses for each herb.

      Arrive to Kandy in the afternoon. Go for a stroll around Kandy Lake and visit the famed Temple of the Tooth. Enjoy an included lunch at G Adventures supported-Sthree Craft Shop and Cafe. In the evening, opt to attend a Kandyan Cultural Dance.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Sigiriya to Kandy 03:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Spice Plantation Tour
      - Kandy Orientation Walk
      - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Tour
      - Lunch at Sthree Craft Shop and Cafรฉ
  • Day 6 Day 6: Kandy/Digana (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Kandy/Digana (1B, 1L, 1D)

      Enjoy a free morning in Kandy then travel to Digana. Arrive at the nature resort for lunch before embarking on a guided village walk. Stop at the home of a jewellery maker who handcrafts delicate Kandyan jewellery and the cottage of a local woman making incense. Learn to make Sri Lankan bread or sweets while helping out with dinner.
      Accommodations at a nature resort homestay are simple and authentic. Rooming will be in twin and triple-share rooms.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Kandy to Digana 01:00 - 01:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Digana Guided Village Walk
      - Sri Lankan Cooking Demonstration
      - Nature Resort Stay
  • Day 7 Day 7: Digana/Nuwara Eliya (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Digana/Nuwara Eliya (1B)

      Enjoy a free morning of exploration before transferring to Nuwara Eliya. In the afternoon, explore a traditional tea plantation in the central highlands. Gain insight into the process of growing tea and its effect on the Ceylon region.
      The town, also known as โ€™Little Englandโ€™, offers a lot of options for visitors. Explore the nature trails, visit the plantations, or go golfing or horseback riding.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya 03:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Tea Plantation Visit
  • Day 8 Day 8: Nuwara Eliya/Ella (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Nuwara Eliya/Ella (1B)

      Spend a free morning hiking in the Horton Plains Nature Reserve or strolling local markets. Later, hop on the local train and take the scenic route to Ella.
      Use free time to explore the area. Opt to stay close to the city, wandering local markets or head further afield. Thereโ€™s a 9km (6 mi) trek in the Horton Plains Nature Reserve. Wander around Victoria Lake and take in the views.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Local train: Nuwara Eliya to Ella 03:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 9 Day 9: Ella (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Ella (1B)

      Enjoy a free day in the charming town of Ella. Opt to tour the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, admire views of Ella Rock, or simply relax and wander around town.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
  • Day 10 Day 10: Ella/Yala National Park (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Ella/Yala National Park (1B)

      Opt to hike Little Adamโ€™s Peak with a free morning. In the afternoon, travel to Yala National Park and enjoy a safari.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Yala National Park Safari
  • Day 11 Day 11: Yala National Park To Mirissa (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Yala National Park To Mirissa (1B)

      Enjoy one last morning visiting Yala NP then bid farewell and travel south to idyllic Mirissa Beach.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)
  • Day 12 Day 12: Galle (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Galle (1B)

      Take a day trip to Galle and tour the colonial city and historic fort before returning to Mirissa.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Galle to Mirissa 01:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Galle Fort and City Tour
  • Day 13 Day 13: Mirissa (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Mirissa (1B)

      Enjoy a free day in peaceful Mirissa. Opt to relax on the beach or take a surfing lesson.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
  • Day 14 Day 14: Mirissa (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Mirissa (1B)

      Depart at any time.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Departure Day

      Additional Notes: The Colombo airport can be reached by private taxi or bus. Your CEO can help you arrange a transfer. Please note that it will take about 2.5 hours to get to Colombo from Mirissa.
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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