Sri Lanka Northeast Explorer - 12 days

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 12 days
  • tour type Group Request as private
  • age requirement 18-80 yrs
  • max group size 24
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-16082
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Negombo, Sri Lanka
  • Ends Colombo, Sri Lanka
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HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Anuradhapura - See the ancient wonders of Sri Lanka's first capital, including sacred Ruwanweliseya, Sri Lanka's most famous dagoba
  • Jaffna - Take in the sights of Sri Lanka's northern most city, including Nagadeepa Buddhist Temple, Nallur Hindu Temple and Jaffna Fort
  • Trincomalee - Relax on the beach and explore this historic harbour city, with its revered Konesar Temple, Hot Water Wells and beautiful natural harbour
  • Colombo – Enjoy a guided tour of the city including the Old Fort area and impressive Gangaramaya Temple
  • Polonnaruwa - Explore the remarkable ruins of the ancient capital city of Ceylon
  • Sigiriya - Climb to the top of the iconic 5th century Lion Rock fortress and see the Heavenly Maidens
  • Dambulla - Discover over 150 images of Buddha in the incredible complex of caves at Dambulla Rock Temple
  • Kayanwala Village - Canoe to the village and help cook a delicious traditional lunch with a Sri Lankan family
  • Matale - Learn all about Sri Lanka's herbs and spices at the spice gardens in Matale
  • Kandy - Take in the highlights of Kandy including the famous Temple of the Tooth, enjoy a tuk tuk ride and watch a cultural performance
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Starting in Negombo and ending in Colombo, the tour "Sri Lanka Northeast Explorer - 12 Days" is a guided cultural, religious and historic sites tour that takes 12 days. You will travel through Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and 6 other destinations in Sri Lanka. "Sri Lanka Northeast Explorer - 12 Days" is a group tour which includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Take in the classic sights of Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle, but not before exploring ancient Anuradhapura, the northern city of Jaffna. Village visits, Elephant game viewing, scenic tea plantations and a couple days by the stunning coast in Trincomalee are all included within this incredible 12 day tour.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day: 1 Negombo
  • Day: 2 Anuradhapura
  • Day: 3 Jaffna
  • Day: 4-5 Trincomalee
  • Day: 6 Dambulla
  • Day: 7 Polonnaruwa
  • Day: 8 Kandy
  • Day: 9 Nuwara Eliya
  • Day: 10 Udawalawe National Park
  • Day: 11 Colombo
  • Day: 12 Colombo
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 11 nights 3-5 star hotels and heritage properties
Meals
  • Breakfast daily and 1 lunch
Transport
  • Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 12
  • All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles
Guide
  • Guided sightseeing - Anuradhapura, Jaffna, Trincomalee, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Nuwara Eliya, Udawalawe, Gem Mine and Colombo
  • Escorted by an English speaking national guide for groups of 6 or more (professional chauffeur guide for groups of 5 or less)
Others
  • Jeep safari/game drive in Udawalawe National Park
  • Scenic train journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, canoe and tuk tuk trips
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • International flights and visa
  • Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$3-7 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture
  • Entrance Fees: USD$150-170pp, paid in USD
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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
  • Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Sri Lanka Northeast Explorer - 12 days tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 29 May 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 29 May 2024, a deposit of 400 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Sri Lanka Northeast Explorer - 12 days tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Sri Lanka Northeast Explorer - 12 days tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

AGE REQUIREMENT

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
  • Wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing has been implemented on this trip. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected. Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be ensured in our accommodations and during transport.
  • Solo travelers are required to purchase a single room for your personal use.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days before the departure date.
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