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Sri Lanka Explorer (11 destinations)

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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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Negombo
Negombo
Optional Activities
- Walk and explore local fishing boats
- Feast on fresh seafood
- Explore surrounding countryside on hired bicycle
- Optional group dinner
Day 2
Negombo to Anuradhapura
Negombo to Anuradhapura
Included Activities
- Visit Negombo Fish Markets
- Guided cycling tour of Anuradhapura archaeological sites
- Visit Bodhi Tree Temple
Optional Activities
- Dinner recommendations from group leader
Landmarks
Bodhi Tree Temple
Anuradhapura World Heritage Site
Day 3
Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Meals
Dinner (Traditional Jaffna cuisine prepared during a cooking class at a local family home)
Included Activities
- Train journey to Jaffna
- Jaffna Peninsula tour
- Visit Keerimalai Spring
- Visit Kantarodai dagobas
- Visit Nilawari well
- Cooking class and dinner at local family home
Landmarks
Point Pedro
Keerimalai Spring
Kantarodai Dagobas
Nilawari Well
Day 4
Jaffna
Jaffna
Meals
Lunch (Traditional vegetarian meal at a local Hindu home)
Included Activities
- Pottery class at local family-owned business
- Lunch at local Hindu home with traditional vegetarian meal
- Visit Jaffna Library
- Visit Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
Landmarks
Jaffna Library
Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
Day 5
Jaffna to Trincomalee
Jaffna to Trincomalee
Optional Activities
- Try toddy straight from its flowers
- Explore the beach
- Relax around the pool
Landmarks
Trincomalee Harbour
Day 6
Trincomalee
Trincomalee
Included Activities
- Visit local village to learn toddy extraction from palmyra trees
- Learn how palmyra leaves are woven into household items
- Learn preparation of odiyal kool (Tamil seafood soup) and taste it
Optional Activities
- Visit Pathirakali Amman Hindu temple
Landmarks
Pathirakali Amman Hindu Temple
Day 7
Trincomalee to Dambulla
Trincomalee to Dambulla
Included Activities
- Visit Zero Plastic Impact Center
- Bamboo and coconut shell crafting
- Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
Optional Activities
- Wildlife drive in Minneriya National Park
Landmarks
Zero Plastic Impact Center
Dambulla Cave Temple
Minneriya National Park
Day 8
Dambulla - Sigiriya
Dambulla - Sigiriya
Included Activities
- Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress
- Wildlife safari at Minneriya National Park
Optional Activities
- Climb stairs to the top of Sigiriya Lion Rock
Landmarks
Sigiriya Lion Rock
Minneriya National Park
Day 9
Dambulla to Kandy
Dambulla to Kandy
Included Activities
- Visit spice garden
- Kandayan cultural dance performance
Landmarks
Kandy Spice Garden
Day 10
Kandy
Kandy
Included Activities
- Visit Giragama Tea Factory
- Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Optional Activities
- Walk around Kandy Lake
- Visit local Buddhist temple
- Visit Royal Palace Park
Landmarks
Giragama Tea Factory
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake
Royal Palace Park
Day 11
Kandy to Colombo
Kandy to Colombo
Included Activities
- Bus tour of Colombo city sights including Independence Square, Parliament, and National Museum
- Visit Barefoot Fair-Trade Store
Optional Activities
- Visit Good Market (Saturdays only)
- Optional final group dinner
Landmarks
Independence Square
Parliament of Sri Lanka
National Museum of Colombo
Barefoot Fair-Trade Store
Day 12
Colombo
Colombo

Landmarks
Bodhi Tree Temple
Anuradhapura World Heritage Site

Landmarks
Point Pedro
Keerimalai Spring
Kantarodai Dagobas
Nilawari Well

Landmarks
Jaffna Library
Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil

Landmarks
Trincomalee Harbour

Landmarks
Pathirakali Amman Hindu Temple

Landmarks
Zero Plastic Impact Center
Dambulla Cave Temple
Minneriya National Park

Landmarks
Sigiriya Lion Rock
Minneriya National Park

Landmarks
Kandy Spice Garden

Landmarks
Giragama Tea Factory
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
Kandy Lake
Royal Palace Park

Landmarks
Independence Square
Parliament of Sri Lanka
National Museum of Colombo
Barefoot Fair-Trade Store

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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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