Cycle Sri Lanka

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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-22010
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Negombo, Sri Lanka
Ends Colombo, Sri Lanka

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HIGHLIGHTS

Discover natural beauty and local life on this cycling adventure of Sri Lanka
Ride the backroads through ancient temples and the central highlands to the beach
Search for elephant and leopard on optional 4WD game drives

Start in Negombo and end in Colombo, the "Cycle Sri Lanka" tour is a guided bicycle trip that takes 14 days. You will travel through Negombo, Yala National Park, Dambulla and 9 other destinations in Sri Lanka. "Cycle Sri Lanka" is a small group tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Completing a circular journey this trip takes in ancient temples and fortresses, cycling through tea plantations and across the scenic trails of the Knuckles Range. Leaving the coast behind we explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa on two wheels before steadily climbing to wide plains. Search for leopard in Yala National Park before making our way to the beach for a well-earned rest.

Cycle Sri Lanka - Ride the backroads, villages, Knuckles Range and central highlands of Sri Lanka

Polonnaruwa, Dambulla and Sigiriya - Wander through ancient cities, painted cave temples and climb the dramatic 'Sky Fortress'

Kandy and the Hill Country - Explore the 'temple of the Tooth' and cycle the lush tea plantations in cooler climates

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Day 1 : Join tour Negombo
Day 2 : Morning cycle ride. Afternoon visit Dambulla cave temple
Day 3 : Climb Lion Rock, then cycle to Polonnaruwa
Day 4 : Pedal to Polonnaruwa archaeological site and village
Day 5 : Cycle and drive to Kandy, visit spice gardens en route
Day 6 : Explore Kandy on foot
Day 7 : Into the beautiful highlands, colonial Nuwara Eliya and tea plantation visit
Day 8 : Highlands cycle. Visit Bambarakanda waterfall
Day 9 : Cycle to Udawalawe National Park; optional safari
Day 10 : Cycle country roads to Yala National Park; optional safari
Day 11 : Ride along the coast through Bundala National Park
Day 12 : Cycle the coastal backroads and visit Galle
Day 13 : Day at leisure in Koggala
Day 14 : Tour ends at Colombo airport

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Meals

13 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Accommodation

Earls Regent Hotel (1 night)
Kassapa Lions Rock (1 night)
Hotel Sudu Araliya (2 nights)
Hotel Casamara Kandy (2 nights)
The Blackpool Hotel (1 night)
Senya Resort (1 night)
Athgira River Camp (1 night)
Kithala Resort (1 night)
Koggala Beach Hotel (3 nights)

Transport

Driver(s)
Bus

Guide

Explore Tour Leader
Local Guide(s)

Others

Bicycle

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to Negombo and from Colombo are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Cycle Sri Lanka tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 2 reviews

Jane
On Aug 02 2020

5 - Excellent

Excellent

I was worried about travelling to SriLanka in wake of the bombings last year but the country and its people were welcoming and the country was incredibly safe.

Lizzie
On Mar 02 2020

5 - Excellent

Excellent

This trip was a make or break trip for me with Explore, after a couple of poor quality trips previously. It was a make-I had an amazing time! The bikes were much better quality than on previous trips and were well suited to the... Read more

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cycle Sri Lanka 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 15 November 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 15 November 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Cycle 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.

Visa

For this Cycle 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.

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.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR) within 72 hours of departure.

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