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Pure Sri Lanka (Until Apr '26)

11 days
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Start and end in Colombo
5.0
20 traveler reviews
  • Smiling woman leaning out of a train enjoying the lush landscape.
  • Two women leaning out of a train in a lush green landscape.
  • White temple with red stairs and palm trees.
  • Colorful temple with large Buddha statue and a clock tower.
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  • A beautiful country, a great tour manager and guide and a good group of people - couldn't have asked for more.

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    Sophie, traveled in April
    5.0
  • Temple complex with intricate architecture.
  • Colorful Hindu temple with sculptures under blue sky.
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Operator
Contiki
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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
Group Size 8 - 24
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Colombo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fairway Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Colombo's diverse neighborhoods and colonial architecture
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Colombo to Sigiriya

    Meals
    Lunch (Authentic Sri Lankan lunch in Hiriwadunna village, surrounded by greenery and wildlife)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Habarana Village by Cinnamon (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Hiriwadunna village
    • Traditional Sri Lankan lunch in Hiriwadunna village
    Landmarks
    Hiriwadunna Village
  3. Day 3

    Sigiriya

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Habarana Village by Cinnamon (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion's Rock)
    • Visit to Dambulla Cave Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Find your own lunch in Dambulla
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion's Rock)
    Dambulla Cave Temple
  4. Day 4

    Sigiriya to Kandy

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Queen's Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Traditional Kandyan Folkdance show

    Optional Activities

    • Sunrise trek up Pidurangala Rock
    • Explore Kandy's street food scene
    Landmarks
    Pidurangala Rock
    Kandy
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Kandy to Ella

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Train journey through hill country
    • Visit to tea plantation with tasting
    Landmarks
    Nuwara Eliya
    Ella
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Ella

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Local walks through Ella Gap
    • View cascading waterfalls
    • Spot Langur monkeys
    Landmarks
    Ella Gap
  7. Day 7

    Ella to Udawalawe National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Athgira River Camping (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Safari jeep tour of Udawalawe National Park
    Landmarks
    Udawalawe National Park
  8. Day 8

    Udawalawe National Park to Ahangama via Galle

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Insight Resort Ahangama (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Galle Fort (UNESCO-listed)

    Optional Activities

    • Wander cobbled streets and shop in Galle
    • Sri Lankan cooking class and dinner experience in Unawatuna
    Landmarks
    Galle Fort
    Unawatuna
  9. Day 9

    Ahangama

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Insight Resort Ahangama (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on tropical beaches
    • Surf lesson at Weligama Bay
    Landmarks
    Weligama Bay
  10. Day 10

    Ahangama to Colombo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fairway Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit to traditional mask painting centre
    • Visit to Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Centre
    • Coach sightseeing tour of Colombo

    Optional Activities

    • Shop and explore Pettah Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Centre
    Pettah Bazaar
  11. Day 11

    Colombo

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What's Not Included

  • Flights
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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Fairway Hotel (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 1, 10

  • Habarana Village by Cinnamon (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 2, 3

  • Queen's Hotel (or similar)

    Hotel
    day 4

  • Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6

  • Athgira River Camping (or similar)

    Hotel
    day 7

  • Insight Resort Ahangama (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 8, 9

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Contiki

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Number of tours

502

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

9 hours

Response rate

100%

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Traveler Moments

  • Two people playing in a scenic elevated landscape.
  • Two people with one giving a piggyback ride, enjoying the view.
  • Group of people posing on a mountain with a scenic view.
  • Person in a raincoat sitting in a vehicle during rain.
  • Group of people posing with a Sri Lankan flag at sunset.
  • Two people interacting, one selling crafts.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 20 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.4
  • Food
    4.8
  • Tour Operator
    4.7

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  • A
    December 27th, 2024
    5
    I always have had an absolute blast with Rhi! I’ve had her for now two trips and she is an exceptional tour guide and...
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    • Two people with one giving a piggyback ride, enjoying the view.
    • Two people playing in a scenic elevated landscape.
    Traveled in January 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for travelling with us, we are pleased you have enjoyed your adventure with us. Moreover, we are thrilled you have enjoyed the company of our Trip Manager-they are great asses to the company.
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  • A
    December 5th, 2024
    5
    I’ve done a lot of contiki’s and a few Pither group travel tours and Rhi is by far the best I’ve ever had. Such a...
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    Traveled in December 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for taking this adventure with us. We hope to welcome you back again.
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  • A
    November 23rd, 2024
    5
    Best friendlist , amazing tour guide you'll will ever find ?
    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that your Trip Manager made such a great impression and that you had an incredible journey. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next trip.
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  • K
    November 22nd, 2024
    5
    Rhi was the most amazing travel guide. For the entire trip she went above and beyond to make sure we all got the best...
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    Traveled in October 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We're so happy to hear that your Trip Manager made such a fantastic impression and that you had an amazing journey. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next adventure.
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  • E
    April 23rd, 2024
    5
    Rhi is the best. Period. Shes literally the whole package. She’s organized, thoughtful, knowledgeable, on top of all...
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    • Person in a raincoat sitting in a vehicle during rain.
    • Two people interacting, one selling crafts.
    • Group of people posing on a mountain with a scenic view.
    • Group of people posing with a Sri Lankan flag at sunset.
    Traveled in December 2023
  • S
    April 23rd, 2024
    5
    A wonderful trip where I made memories I will always treasure. And Rhi was a big part of that. She made sure the...
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    Traveled in January 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for reviewing your adventure with us. We're delighted you appreciated this dynamic itinerary and hear that your Tour Manager made such a positive impression on your group. Thank you for travelling with us.
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  • A
    April 23rd, 2024
    5
    A wonderful trip where I made memories I will always treasure. A beautiful country, a great tour manager and guide...
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    Traveled in January 2024
  • Z
    April 23rd, 2024
    5
    Rhi was amazing! My second trip with her and she was even better the second time around. She knows what she is...
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    Traveled in January 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We're thrilled you had such a great experience from beginning to end. It's great to hear that The Crew made this incredible itinerary so memorable, and we'll pass on your compliments. They've set the bar very high, but we hope we can make your next Contiki adventure even better.
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  • B
    April 23rd, 2024
    5
    Brilliant tour, with a phenomenal trip manager!
    Traveled in December 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for sharing your Contiki experience with us. We're delighted you had such an incredible adventure. We carefully select our team members for their professionalism, passion, and insights into their given regions, so it's great to hear that this was demonstrated so well to your group. We can't wait to create more unforgettable memories with you in the future.
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  • A
    April 23rd, 2024
    5
    Best trip manager ever! I’ve done 8 group travel trips and Rhi is by far the best. Lots of love for Rhi!!!!!
    Traveled in December 2023

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Tour ID: 218269

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  • Vaccines
    • 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.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before May 23rd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 23rd, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Contiki will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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