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Sri Lanka Explorer

12 days

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From Negombo to Colombo

4.3 (13 reviews)

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The food experiences on this tour - cooking classes, market visits were exceptional and Sri Lanka is now my favourite Foodie destination.
Leigh•traveled in January5.0
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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Max Group Size 12
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Negombo
Negombo
Optional Activities
- Observe local fishing craft
- Fresh seafood dining
- Bicycle rental and countryside exploration
- Group dinner
Day 2
Negombo to Anuradhapura
Negombo to Anuradhapura
Included Activities
- Negombo Fish Markets visit
- Guided cycling tour of Anuradhapura archaeological sites
- Bodhi Tree Temple visit
- Stupas and monasteries viewing
Landmarks
Bodhi Tree Temple
Anuradhapura Ancient Kingdom Ruins
Day 3
Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Meals
Dinner (Traditional Jaffna cuisine prepared during cooking class at local home)
Included Activities
- Jaffna Peninsula tour
- Point Pedro visit
- Keerimalai Spring visit
- Kantarodai dagobas viewing
- Nilawari well visit
- Traditional Jaffna cooking class and family visit
Landmarks
Point Pedro
Keerimalai Spring
Kantarodai Dagobas
Nilawari Well
Day 4
Jaffna
Jaffna
Meals
Lunch (Traditional vegetarian meal at local Hindu home)
Included Activities
- Pottery making experience with local artisan
- Traditional vegetarian lunch at local Hindu home
- Jaffna Library visit
- Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil visit
Landmarks
Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
Jaffna Library
Day 5
Jaffna to Trincomalee
Jaffna to Trincomalee
Optional Activities
- Try toddy from flower
- Beach relaxation
- Pool relaxation
Day 6
Trincomalee
Trincomalee
Included Activities
- Palmyrah toddy extraction and leaf weaving experience
- Odiyal kool (Tamil seafood soup) preparation and tasting
Optional Activities
- Pathirakali Amman Hindu temple visit
- Beach relaxation
Landmarks
Pathirakali Amman Hindu Temple
Day 7
Trincomalee to Dambulla
Trincomalee to Dambulla
Included Activities
- Zero Plastic Impact Center visit with bamboo and coconut shell crafting
- Traditional Sri Lankan mask creation
- Dambulla Cave Temple visit
- Minneriya National Park entrance fee
Optional Activities
- Minneriya National Park wildlife safari (elephant, sambar deer, leopard watching)
Landmarks
Dambulla Cave Temple
Minneriya National Park
Day 8
Dambulla
Dambulla
Included Activities
- Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress visit
- Lion Rock climbing (optional within activity)
- Minneriya National Park wildlife safari
Landmarks
Sigiriya Lion Rock
Minneriya National Park
Day 9
Dambulla to Kandy
Dambulla to Kandy
Included Activities
- Spice garden visit
- Kandayan dance show
Day 10
Kandy
Kandy
Included Activities
- Giragama Tea Factory visit
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic visit
Optional Activities
- Lake walk
- Local Buddhist temple exploration
- Royal Palace Park visit
Landmarks
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Royal Palace Park
Day 11
Kandy to Colombo
Kandy to Colombo
Included Activities
- Colombo city bus tour
- Independence Square visit
- Parliament viewing
- National Museum visit
- Barefoot Fair-Trade Store visit and shopping
Optional Activities
- Good Market visit (Saturdays only)
- Final group dinner
Landmarks
Independence Square
Parliament of Sri Lanka
National Museum of Colombo
Day 12
Colombo
Colombo

Landmarks
Bodhi Tree Temple
Anuradhapura Ancient Kingdom Ruins

Landmarks
Point Pedro
Keerimalai Spring
Kantarodai Dagobas
Nilawari Well

Landmarks
Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
Jaffna Library

Landmarks
Pathirakali Amman Hindu Temple

Landmarks
Dambulla Cave Temple
Minneriya National Park

Landmarks
Sigiriya Lion Rock
Minneriya National Park

Landmarks
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Royal Palace Park

Landmarks
Independence Square
Parliament of Sri Lanka
National Museum of Colombo

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4.3

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
4.3
Transport
4.6
Guide
4.8
Accommodation
4.2
Food
3.5
Tour Operator
4.5

Garry4.0•January 2025
Sri Lanka is a very beautiful country and the tour set up by Intrepid was a great way to explore. We were lucky in...
Sri Lanka is a very beautiful country and the tour set up by Intrepid was a great way to explore. We were lucky in that we went up to Jaffna so got to see a part of the country that is less "touristy" than other parts as ventured back down. Our guide and drivers were superb and worked none stop for the full tour - as vegetarians a number of the activities around cooking were very "meat" orientated and unfortunately Intrepid had not passed this on but overall it was a great trip, with amazing sites - made better by a guide that went the extra mile. Accomodation was ok but in fairness based on what we paid I am not sure we expected much more - I get the impression that Intrepid don't necessarily audit their accommodation much as some of them are definitely getting tired but equally they were generally clean and accessible.Show more
Traveled in January 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Garry! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us on your recent Sri Lanka trip. We are delighted that overall you enjoyed your time exploring the local culture. We are sorry you found some of the cooking experiences to be not inclusive for vegetarians but pleased that your tour leader went above and beyond. Our hotels- as much as we are able to- are locally owned and operated but should be meeting the standard Intrepid expects of our partners. We hope you will join us on another Intrepid trip in the not so distant future.
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Leigh5.0•January 2025
This tour is an excellent start to experiencing Sri Lanka’s wonderful culture, history and food. The local guide was...
This tour is an excellent start to experiencing Sri Lanka’s wonderful culture, history and food. The local guide was excellent and had so much information to share about Sri Lanka’s history and religion while also ensuring we experienced local culture and food. The food experiences on this tour - cooking classes, market visits were exceptional and Sri Lanka is now my favourite Foodie destination. The hotels are also a highlight - beautiful rooms at very very nice hotels.Show more
Traveled in December 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to hear that you found the tour to be an excellent way to experience Sr Lanka's culture, history and food and that you enjoyed the hotels you stayed in. We hope you will join us on another tour in the not so distant future.
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Sharon4.5•September 2019
Very good overall trip, accurate to itinerary , hotels in general better than expected, guide excellent
Traveled in December 2018
Philip4.8•September 2019
Mahendra was an excellent guide also the group we were with were all good fun.
Traveled in December 2018
Daryl4.5•September 2019
Enjoyable fun trip and Mahendra was an excellent tour leader.
Traveled in December 2018
Alison4.2•September 2019
Great trip, as always with you guys but thought some areas could be improved.
Traveled in December 2018
Vivienne4.5•September 2019
Well organised, interesting itinerary, good quality hotels and always a good knowledgeable guide.
Traveled in December 2018
Sonia4.5•September 2019
It was very well organised : accommodation, transport (driver, driver's assistant with private bus, train, public...
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Ben4.3•September 2019
Prabarth was a most excellent guide.Extremely genuine, helpful, patient and entertaining.
Traveled in December 2018
Yelena3.0•September 2019
More activities, less free time.There is not too much to do on your own.
Traveled in December 2018

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Is it possible to add additional nights in Colombo? Is it possible to start the trip in Colombo?
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  This tour starts in Negombo and ends in Colombo, in that case we can only arrnage additional accommodation at the original starting/Finishing point for the tour.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Sri Lanka. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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