Cycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka
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4.8
Based on 43 Reviews
- COVID-19protected
- Bicycle tour
- Family
- Customizable
- duration 14 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 16-95 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-7727
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- Operated in English
- Starts Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
- Ends Colombo, Sri Lanka +8
HIGHLIGHTS
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- See the magnificent cave temple at Dambulla
- Climb the rock fortress at Sigiriya for breath-taking views
- Explore the old, ruined city of Polonnaruwa
- Discover the fascinating town of Kandy
- Ride through tea estates to Nuwara Eliya
- Search for leopards in Yala National Park
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The trip "Cycle The Back Roads Of Sri Lanka" starts in Sigiriya and ends in Colombo. It is a bicycle tour that takes 14 days taking you through Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Koggala and 7 other destinations in Sri Lanka. "Cycle The Back Roads Of Sri Lanka" is a guided small group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.
Although a compact island, Sri Lanka is incredibly diverse. Exploring on two wheels is the best way to see this rural country and to experience the way of life of the friendly people. We travel from ancient cities and the fortress at Sigiriya to the hill country towns of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya. In the south, we visit Yala National Park, where we search for leopard, before ending on the beaches of the beautiful south coast. Most of the route is a continuous ride, and transfers are kept to a minimum.
In many regions of Sri Lanka, bicycle is the most common form of transport, so travelling by bike yourself is a great way to mix with the people and gain access to their world. This trip covers a substantial part of the island, taking in as much as possible of the scenic and cultural variety that Sri Lanka offers. A combination of ancient cities, great rides through beautiful hill country, varied wildlife, and a chance to relax on wonderful beaches, will certainly display the many delights of Sri Lanka.
Although a compact island, Sri Lanka is incredibly diverse. Exploring on two wheels is the best way to see this rural country and to experience the way of life of the friendly people. We travel from ancient cities and the fortress at Sigiriya to the hill country towns of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya. In the south, we visit Yala National Park, where we search for leopard, before ending on the beaches of the beautiful south coast. Most of the route is a continuous ride, and transfers are kept to a minimum.
In many regions of Sri Lanka, bicycle is the most common form of transport, so travelling by bike yourself is a great way to mix with the people and gain access to their world. This trip covers a substantial part of the island, taking in as much as possible of the scenic and cultural variety that Sri Lanka offers. A combination of ancient cities, great rides through beautiful hill country, varied wildlife, and a chance to relax on wonderful beaches, will certainly display the many delights of Sri Lanka.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Start Sigiriya
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Day 2: Ride to Dambulla cave temple; climb Sigiriya Rock
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Day 3: Ride to Polonnaruwa; cycle tour of ruins
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Day 4: Ride through foothills of spice-growing region
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Day 5: Free day in Kandy
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Day 6: Challenging ride through tea estates to Nuwara Eliya
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Day 7: Morning ride to Nuwara Eliya town and tea factory; afternoon free
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Day 8: Hill country ride to Ella
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Day 9: Descent, stopping at the rock-cut Buddha statues at Buduruvagela; to Tissamaharama
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Day 10: Morning ride to Kataragama Temple; afternoon drive to Yala National Park for safari
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Day 11: Ride through Bundala National Park and by the lagoon for spectacular birdlife; continue riding on the coast to Hambantota; transfer to Ahangama
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Day 12: Free day on beach; optional ride to Koggala
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Day 13: Transfer to Colombo via Galle
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Day 14: End Colombo
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- All accommodation
Meals
- All breakfasts and 10 lunches
Transport
- All transport and listed activities
Guide
- Tour leader throughout
Others
- Local bike hire
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Visas or vaccinations
- E-bike hire
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.8 - Excellent
Based on 43 reviews
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BACK ROADS OF SRI LANKA
CYCLE THE BACKROADS OF SRI LANKA
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5 - Excellent
A wonderful holiday with wonderful people! Our exceptional hosts Ruwan and team lead us on an amazing journey, exploring the countryside, the wildlife and introducing us to their culture and way of life. I was very much looking... Read more
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5 - Excellent
Certainly one of the best cycle trips I've taken.....tropical spice island, friendly people, interesting history and whale watching, bird watching and National Park with elephants,leopards and more.
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4 - Very Good
A great and very wet holiday with some truly memorable moments. Sri Lanka has many cultural and natural attractions which are well worth seeing - visiting them on a bike just added toit.Would recommend this trip without... Read more
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5 - Excellent
A fabulous 2 weeks cycling the backroads of beautiful Sri Lanka in excellent company and with a superb tour guide.
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 24 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 24 July 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceCycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka 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.
VisaFor this Cycle the Back Roads of Sri Lanka 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.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis 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.
- Group sizes are kept small to maintain a low risk ‘small group bubble’, with an average of 10 guests in each group.
- Hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- Several COVID-19 distancing measures have been adopted on this package tour to keep travellers safe.
- All travellers will be required to be fully vaccinated no less than two weeks prior to travel.
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