Essential Sri Lanka
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Tour Overview
Take Sri Lanka, boil it like the tea leaves the country’s famous for and strain out all the best stuff. On this 11-day trip, you’ll travel through natural paradise, small, friendly villages and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Search for elephants in Udawalawe National Park and walk to the top of Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress. Feast on spicy curry prepared by a local in Ella and hike through lush mountains. Relax on the beach in Hiriketiya – perfect for lounging and sipping cocktails – and do it all with a new group of friends!
Trip Code: HPYL
Start
Negombo
End
Colombo
Destination
Sri Lanka
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Train, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (9 nights), Permanent Tent (with basic ensuite) (1 night)
Days
11
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
18
Style
Basici
Physical
2i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Cruise around in a 4WD on a wildlife safari, searching for elephants, lone leopards and aquatic birdlife in Udawalawe National Park.
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Learn the benefits of washing down a spicy curry with piping-hot Ceylon tea during lunch in a lush mountain village near Ella in a local’s home.
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Kick back on the warm sands of paradisical palm-lined Hiriketiya, with plenty of free time to relax and soak up the sun at the beach.
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Leave the imprint of your face on the train window as you stare out wide-eyed on a journey from Kandy to Ella – this scenic rail ride is basically a 6-hour nature documentary, there’s so much amazing scenery!
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Walk to the top of the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress. Explore the ruined fortress on the top of the rock, learn about the region’s history and see the Lion’s Gate – a staircase with two huge stone lion paws on either side.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Train, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (9 nights), Permanent Tent (with basic ensuite) (1 night)
Included activities
- Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress
- Kandy - Scenic train ride to Ella
- Ella - Nine Arch Bridge
- Ella - Lunch at a Local Family Home
- Ella - Pekoe Trail Hike
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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