Are additional services to be paid for extra to the holiday cost? I thought the trains, bikes safari etc were all inclusive in the original price?

Train ride, bike ride, safari, and visits to sites like the Dambulla Cave Temples, Sigiriya, and the Temple of the Tooth, are indeed part of the holiday package at no extra cost. These are covered in your original trip cost. However, some additional services will need to be paid for locally upon arrival in Sri Lanka, like the costs for certain entrance tickets, and other similar expenses. The approximate amount to be paid locally is around GBP 7.68 per person. This is not part of the pre-paid holiday cost and is to be settled directly during the tour.

Do you charge extra for solo travellers?

We do have the single supplement option available for this tour if you want to have your own room with an additional cost. If you are okay to share rooms, then there won't be any costs.

Would it be possible to participate only in the half of the tour?

You can join or leave the tour at any time, however please keep in mind that as they are set tours, the price will not change if you're not there for the entire tour.

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Sri Lanka Family Holiday

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From Negombo to Colombo

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We visited some amazing places and Tharaka used his knowledge to make sure we were able to make the most of each destination.
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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Negombo
Negombo
Optional Activities
- Explore Negombo at your own pace
- Group dinner with local cuisine
Day 2
Negombo to Dambulla
Negombo to Dambulla
Included Activities
- Dambulla Cave Temples exploration
- Zero Plastic Impact Centre visit with optional hands-on activities
Optional Activities
- Bamboo weaving at Zero Plastic Impact Centre
- Coconut shell crafting at Zero Plastic Impact Centre
- Plastic recycling experience at Zero Plastic Impact Centre
Landmarks
Dambulla Cave Temples
Day 3
Dambulla to Sigiriya and back to Dambulla
Dambulla to Sigiriya and back to Dambulla
Included Activities
- Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress visit and climb
- Countryside bike ride
Landmarks
Sigiriya
Day 4
Dambulla to Kandy
Dambulla to Kandy
Meals
Dinner (Home-cooked meal with local family and traditional Kandayan dance lesson)
Included Activities
- Royal Botanical Gardens visit
- Home-cooked dinner with local family
- Traditional Kandayan dance lesson with local performers
Optional Activities
- Wander old shops and restaurants in Kandy
Landmarks
Royal Botanical Gardens
Day 5
Kandy
Kandy
Meals
Lunch (Homecooked meal with local family in Ambagasthenna)
Included Activities
- Temple of the Tooth visit
- Ambagasthenna village tour with Mr Thilina
- Tea plantation and sustainable farm tour
- Lunch with locals
Landmarks
Dalada Maligawa
Day 6
Kandy to Bandarawela
Kandy to Bandarawela
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train ride from Nanu Oya to Bandarawela
Day 7
Bandarawela
Bandarawela
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Local home-cooked meal)
Included Activities
- Countryside trek
- Lunch with locals
Optional Activities
- Additional walks or self-guided exploration
Day 8
Bandarawela to Udawalawe
Bandarawela to Udawalawe
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Udawalawe National Park wildlife safari
Landmarks
Udawalawe National Park
Day 9
Udawalawe to Mirissa
Udawalawe to Mirissa
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Mirissa beach town at your own pace
Day 10
Mirissa
Mirissa
Optional Activities
- Wander the scenic waterfront
- Relax on the sandy beach
- Swim in the Laccadive Sea
- Tuk-tuk trip to Weligama to watch fishing boats
- Fresh fish lunch in Weligama
Day 11
Mirissa to Colombo via Galle
Mirissa to Colombo via Galle
Included Activities
- Galle Fort visit
- Kite flying activity (seasonal)
Optional Activities
- Hotel swimming pool
- Walk around Colombo
- Bazaar exploration
- Waterfront walk
- Optional group dinner with fellow families
Landmarks
Galle Fort
Day 12
Colombo
Colombo
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Dambulla Cave Temples

Landmarks
Sigiriya

Landmarks
Royal Botanical Gardens

Landmarks
Dalada Maligawa

Landmarks
Udawalawe National Park

Landmarks
Galle Fort

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
Optional
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Traveler Reviews

4.7

Overall rating based on 10 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
4.9
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.1
Food
4.5
Tour Operator
4.5

Step5.0•May 2020
Amazing trip! We travelled to Sri Lanka in August/September 2019 and had a great experience with Step Lanka and our...
Amazing trip! We travelled to Sri Lanka in August/September 2019 and had a great experience with Step Lanka and our driver and guide Tharaka. We visited some amazing places and Tharaka used his knowledge to make sure we were able to make the most of each destination. He also found us the best and most cost effective way of doing the excursions, trips and classes that we wanted to do - pigeon island snorkelling and cookery class, in particular. Thanks so much for an unforgettable trip. We hope to come back again soon! Alex and GemmaShow more
Traveled in May 2019
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Thank you so much Alex & Gemma! We can't wait for the day you can travel again with us :)
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Stacey5.0•January 2020
Sri Lanka Family Tour with Intrepid Travel... Was excellent value overall!! We enjoyed the itinerary and the flow...
Sri Lanka Family Tour with Intrepid Travel... Was excellent value overall!! We enjoyed the itinerary and the flow of the tour. The hotels were ok.. nothing spectacular but clean and nice. We loved the camping site!! Nice things to see.. though in Mirissa I would skip the whale tour and do some surf lessons instead!!! Food was good on the tour though you eat in alot of hotels.. not many chances to eat at local joints off the tour. Transportation was nice and activities were well planned out with enough down time in between to catch up. Mahendra our guide was amazing!! super knowledgeable and fun to be around!! highlights were Lions Rock, the train ride, the walk thru the tea plantation and kite flying in Mirissa!!Show more
Traveled in January 2020
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Thanks so much for your feedback Stacey. We're so glad you and your family made great memories in stunning Sri Lanka. We'll pass on your kind words to Mahendra.
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Leanne5.0•September 2019
Small groups, strong local presence, ethical travel, always a great experience.
Traveled in December 2018
Raynae4.5•September 2019
It’s a great way to travel with younger kids as it takes most of the stress out of it.
Traveled in December 2018
Kris5.0•September 2019
Having travelled with Intrepid to Borneo in 215/16, we were keen to travel with the company again. I didn't think we...
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Traveled in December 2018
Jane4.2•September 2019
it was a fantastic tour, well planned and organised. all main sites covered plus optional experiences that are off...
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Traveled in December 2018
Helen4.8•September 2019
Excellent guide, similar minded families, good activities and ethical and environmentally responsible.
Traveled in December 2018
Ella4.5•September 2019
My leader, Nandana, was very helpful with everything. He helped us with looking for places for nice food, and with...
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Traveled in December 2018
Marcel4.5•September 2019
Such an excellent guide who was able to answer any aditional questions from any of the groups members
Traveled in December 2018
Helena4.2•September 2019
Greta size of group and program
Traveled in December 2018

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Are additional services to be paid for extra to the holiday cost? I thought the trains, bikes safari etc were all inclusive in the original price?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  Train ride, bike ride, safari, and visits to sites like the Dambulla Cave Temples, Sigiriya, and the Temple of the Tooth, are indeed part of the holiday package at no extra cost. These are covered in your original trip cost. However, some additional services will need to be paid for locally upon arrival in Sri Lanka, like the costs for certain entrance tickets, and other similar expenses. The approximate amount to be paid locally is around GBP 7.68 per person. This is not part of the pre-paid holiday cost and is to be settled directly during the tour.
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Sheila
Asked on February 3rd, 2024
Do you charge extra for solo travellers?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2024
  We do have the single supplement option available for this tour if you want to have your own room with an additional cost. If you are okay to share rooms, then there won't be any costs.
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Heather
Asked on December 1st, 2016
Would it be possible to participate only in the half of the tour?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2016
  You can join or leave the tour at any time, however please keep in mind that as they are set tours, the price will not change if you're not there for the entire tour.

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