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Sri Lanka in Depth (Adams Peak)

15 days
From Negombo to Colombo
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 18
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Negombo

    Start point
    331 Lewis Pl, Negombo 11500, Sri Lanka (Hotel J, Hotel reception, 18:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jetwing Sea), Hotel (Jetwing Sea (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the fish market
    • Spot traditional ketti-maran fishing boats
    • Watch locals bringing in the day's catch at sunset
    • Dinner with tour group (subject to availability)
    Landmarks
    Negombo Fish Market
    Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport
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  2. Day 2

    Negombo to Anuradhapura

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lakeside at Nuwarawewa), Hotel (Lakeside at Nuwarawewa (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit fishing village with traditional outrigger canoes
    • Jeep safari in Wilpattu National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Observe toddy tappers collecting coconut sap (seasonal)
    Landmarks
    Wilpattu National Park
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Anuradhapura

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lakeside at Nuwarawewa), Hotel (Lakeside at Nuwarawewa (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Climb Mihintale Mount
    • Explore Anuradhapura ancient citadel
    Landmarks
    Mihintale Mount
    Sacred Bodhi-Tree
    Brazen Palace
    Samadhi Buddha
    Ruvanvalisaya Dagoba
    Anuradhapura Ancient Citadel
  4. Day 4

    Anuradhapura to Giritale

    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional Sri Lankan curry and rice)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Giritale Hotel), Hotel (Giritale Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Standing Buddha of Aukana
    • Explore Dambulla cave temples
    Landmarks
    Standing Buddha of Aukana
    Dambulla Cave Temples
  5. Day 5

    Giritale to Sigiriya

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sigiriya Jungles), Hotel (Sigiriya Jungles (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Polonnaruwa ancient city

    Optional Activities

    • Jeep safari in Minneriya National Park to see wild elephants
    • Jeep safari in Kadaula National Park to see wild elephants
    Landmarks
    Polonnaruwa Ancient City
    Quadrangle
    Circular Relic House
    Galvihara
    Minneriya National Park
    Kadaula National Park
  6. Day 6

    Sigiriya to Kandy

    Meals
    Breakfast (Late breakfast at hotel), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Casamara Kandy), Hotel (Hotel Suisse (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Climb Sigiriya to the summit
    • Visit woodcarving centre at Naula
    • Visit spice garden
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Kandy

    Meals
    Lunch (Meal at social enterprise café run by women who are differently abled or from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, with on-site workshop showcasing handmade products)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Casamara Kandy), Hotel (Hotel Suisse (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Attend Temple of the Tooth Ceremony
    • Visit Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
    • Lunch at social enterprise café run by women

    Optional Activities

    • Watch Kandyan dancers performance with costumes and drumming in the evening
    Landmarks
    Temple of the Tooth (Dalada Maligawa)
    Royal Botanical Gardens
  8. Day 8

    Kandy to Dalhousie

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Punsisi Rest Guest House), Hotel (Punsisi Rest Guest House (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Ascend Adam's Peak at night with local pilgrims (optional participation)

    Optional Activities

    • Watch sunrise from Adam's Peak summit
    • Explore Dalhousie town
    Landmarks
    Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Dalhousie to Nuwara Eliya

    Meals
    Breakfast (Late breakfast after return from Adam's Peak)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Blackpool Hotel), Hotel (The Blackpool Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit tea estate and learn about tea picking and production
    Landmarks
    Nuwara Eliya
  10. Day 10

    Nuwara Eliya to Ella

    Meals
    Breakfast (Relaxed breakfast)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel), Hotel (Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Train journey through tea plantations crossing the Nine Arch Bridge
    Landmarks
    Nine Arch Bridge
  11. Day 11

    Ella to Udawalawe

    Accommodation
    Camping (Athgira River Camp), Camping (Athgira River Camp (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ravana Ella Falls
    • View Buduruvagala Buddha carving
    • Jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park
    • Visit Elephant Transit Home
    Landmarks
    Ravana Ella Falls
    Buduruvagala Buddha
    Udawalawe National Park
    Elephant Transit Home
  12. Day 12

    Udawalawe to Koggala

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Koggala Beach Hotel), Hotel (Koggala Beach Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Galle Fort and UNESCO World Heritage Site

    Optional Activities

    • Spot stilt fishermen
    Landmarks
    Galle Fort
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 13

    Koggala

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Koggala Beach Hotel), Hotel (Koggala Beach Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on Koggala beaches
    • Return to Galle to explore further
    • Ayurvedic massage with natural aromatic herbal oils
    • Whale-watching trip to spot humpback and blue whales (December to April)
    Landmarks
    Koggala Beach
  14. Day 14

    Koggala to Colombo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fairway Colombo), Hotel (Fairway Colombo (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gangaramaya temple
    • Explore fort area colonial buildings
    • Visit Pettah neighbourhood bazaars and markets
    • Visit Galle Face Green seafront park
    Landmarks
    Gangaramaya Temple
    Galle Face Green
    Pettah
  15. Day 15

    Colombo

    End point
    Level 3, 33 Canal Row, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka (Colombo City Hotel, Hotel reception, 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport
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    February 14th, 2023
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    Game drives. Rail trip. Lots of interesting food. Historic sites and information. Countryside.
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    February 19th, 2023
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    From beaches to mountains, temples to wildlife, trains to bus to boat., walks and hikes (but sooooooooo many steps)...
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    May 1st, 2023
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    My favorite parts were hiking Adams Peak and the jeep safaris. Also a special shout out to Meraal who was an amazing...
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    March 26th, 2023
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    Wild life and birds. Temples and ancient monuments. Great group of fellow travellers and superb guide.
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    March 12th, 2023
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    Safari park and elephants
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    March 14th, 2023
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    The main highlight of the trip for me was the group and our Tour Leader. We all hit it off straight away and the Tour...
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    March 15th, 2023
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    Tour leader - Meraal was excellent Lovely country and people Varied itinerary - saw loads NB lots of moving around...
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    March 27th, 2023
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    Surviving Adam's peak and its 5500 steps. The group of people we shared the experience with. The tour leader who was...
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    April 10th, 2023
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    Wonderful country, friendly people, lots to see and do.
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    April 10th, 2023
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    All the safaris and probably the whale watching were real stand out moments for me
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