This 15-day trip immerses you in the must-sees, must-tastes and must-meets of beautiful Sri Lanka. You’ll summit UNESCO World Heritage-listed Lion Rock in Sigiriya, cycle through sprawling ancient city ruins in Anuradhapura and wander the massive granite Buddha carvings in Polonnaruwa. Have lunch with a Tamil tea worker in their home, relax with a cold beer and your feet in the sand in Mirissa and hike between plantations and villages in Haputale. This is the best of Sri Lanka!
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Sri Lanka is the rising star of Asia, and trust us, it's got it all! Our 12-day group tour itinerary show's you the best of this green and luscious gem of the Indian Ocean. Head up to the misty mountain tops to hike the hill country and explore tea plantations before travelling down to the sun drenched beaches and national parks where we’ll search for wild elephants. Spot dolphins, visit ancient temples, play cricket on the beach and have the adventure of a lifetime with your new One Life travel family. The smells of spices, tea and traditional foods will bring your senses alive as you adventure through this island nation.
Fully guided with a legendary company guide and a local Sri Lankan guide, you will be well taken care of and have all your questions answered. The tour includes accommodation in hotels and hostels as well as the most stunning train journey in the world, an expert guide, meals, transport, and more.
Super, varied trip which demonstrated the beauty and diversity of Sri Lanka…beaches, mountains, abundant wildlife, delicious food, (more local food authentic food options please) tea plantations and so much more.
Sam, our guide, looked after us very well along with our driver and assistant. Sam is
knowledgeable, interesting and a wonderful ambassador for
Sri Lanka and Explore. He shared wonderful stories, told us about the history, religion etc and more. He gracefully listened to requests and looked
to address them.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Naturally gorgeous, culturally captivating and steeped in mysticism, Sri Lanka makes for a wonderful introduction to both travel and the Indian subcontinent for children and adults alike. Embark on a 12-day family tour and discover temples carved from cliffs, fortresses built on boulders and wildlife-rich parks. Expose your family to different ways of life while cycling through peaceful villages and touring working tea plantations. Wonder at wildlife when you go safari in search of wild elephants, deer and crocodiles. Chill out by the beach in Mirissa while the kids are playing with other young travellers on the tour. Educational, active and leisurely paced, this trip is everything you could want in a family getaway.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Fantastic guide! Nimal Wijeratne, Aitken Spence's Travels. Because of Nimal we have had a great holiday as he showed us his beautiful Sri Lanka in so many different ways. He was helpful, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about Sri Lanka and the trip. We have been to restaurants and places where we would never have been without Nimal. We have had a good connection with Nimal and he became a true friend.
The trip to Sri Lanka followed by the dhoni cruise in the Maldives was absolutely amazing. So many different experiences and so much variety. I absolutely loved all of it, from temples and elephants to swimming with sharks. The 2 different tour leaders on the 2 parts of the tour were both excellent as were their support staff. They went out of their way to give us a fantastic experience.
Active and outdoorWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel, Guest House, Ship Cabin
Age Range
16-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Negombo, Male, Wilpattu National
Negombo, Male, Wilpattu National Park, Mihintale, Giritale, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Demodara, Udawalawe, Koggala, Colombo, Kuda Anbaraa, Meemu Atoll, Dhiggaru Island, Felidhoo, Fulidhoo, Embudhoo
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GROUP TOUR (FOR AGES 18 - 49): Embark on this 12-day tour of Sri Lanka, beginning with a tuk-tuk tour of Negombo’s vibrant fish market before travelling to Sigiriya to explore its iconic rock fortress and experience traditional village life. Continue south to Kandy to visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth, then journey through lush tea plantations to Ella aboard the world’s most scenic train. Hike Little Adam’s Peak, marvel at the Nine Arches Bridge, and enjoy a wildlife safari in Udawalawe National Park. Relax on the idyllic beaches of Hiriketiya and Tallala, surf at Weligama Beach, visit Coconut Tree Hill in Mirissa, and engage in a cultural exchange at a Buddhist Monastery.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Sri Lanka and India are calling! Want to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise? Try your hand at authentic Sri Lankan cooking? See some of the world’s most incredible animals up close? Well, this is the tour to do all of that and SO. MUCH. MORE! Over the next 23 life-changing days, we’ll discover the best of the best of India’s golden triangle, experience the world-famous safari in Ranthambore and watch the sun go down on Lake Pichola with a sunset sail. And that's all before we head to the jaw-dropping country of Sri Lanka. There we will take you to the hidden gems and hotspots of this idyllic country. Picture this, you're visiting the iconic Sigiriya Rock, immersing yourself in local life with an authentic homestay and marvelling at stunning scenic landscapes on the world famous Kandy to Ella train. India and Sri Lanka are two countries full of bucket-list ticking moments and Tru-ly incredible memories. So, what's stopping you? We'll see you at the airport!
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Tent, Home-stay
Age Range
18-40 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
New Delhi, Unawatuna, Ranthambor
New Delhi, Unawatuna, Ranthambore National Park, Agra, Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Udaipur, Udawalawe, Pushkar, Jaipur
Join us and explore the best of inland Sri Lanka on this fascinating eight-day round-trip starting in Colombo City. This route covers some of Sri Lanka’s most inspiring and diverse national parks, as well as the beautiful Sinharaja Rainforest. It is the perfect tour for nature and wildlife lovers.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Eco Lodge, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Colombo, Yala National Park, Uda
Colombo, Yala National Park, Udawalawe, Deniyaya, Sinharaja
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Experience Sri Lanka’s natural heritage and its rich, tropical ecosystem on this 9-day tour. Explore the lush landscapes of the Sinharaja Rainforest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve, as well as the diverse, exotic animals, plants and birds that reside there. Meet some of the largest and gentlest species in the animal kingdom in Udawalawe and breathe in the fresh fragrance of the lush green tea plantations that stretch across the hill country.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Eco Lodge
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Colombo, Sinharaja, Udawalawe, Y
Colombo, Sinharaja, Udawalawe, Yala National Park, Nuwara Eliya
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