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Description
Have an incredible insight into Sri Lanka through this unique opportunity of cycle safari. Cycle through ancient trade paths, stunning tea plantations, jungle, and lush valleys. Explore some of the most important landmarks such as Sigiriya Lion Rock, the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa and ride along the coast, besides reservoirs, through spice plantations and paddy. You will also do a jungle safari at Yala National Park and a train ride from Kandy to Ella.
Highlights
- Visit the Sigiriya Lion Rock, Dambulla Cave Temple and the Temple of Tooth Relic
- Ride to explore the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa
- Cycle across lush paddy fields, tea plantations, water reserves
- Take a scenic train ride from Kandy to Ella
- Spot the wildlife at Yala National Park
- Visit a turtle hatchery in Bentota and the Dutch Fortress in Galle
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Day 1: Bandaranayke Airport to Sigiriya expand_more
- Upon your arrival at Bandaranayke International Airport in Katunayake, you will be met by one of the representatives, and you will be taken to a hotel in Sigiriya.
- Relax in the hotel, and you will be ready to start a cycling safari the next morning.
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Day 2: Hiriwadunna village and Sigiriya Lion Rock expand_more
- Enjoy your savoury breakfast and have an opportunity to begin your first safari in Hiriwadunna village. Ride between 5 - 10 Km around the village, and you will have a chance to explore lush paddy fields, water reserves and meet local village people.
Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
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Day 3: Polonnaruwa City expand_more
Pick up from your hotel at Polonnaruwa and start your cycling safari.
Visit the old city of Polonnaruwa and explore the ruins and monasteries in the ancient city.
Return to the hotel.
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Day 4: Kalundawa village to Kandy expand_more
- Post breakfast in Sigiriya, check out the hotel and transfer before midday from Sigiriya.
- Commence on another incredible cycling safari at Kalundawa village in Dambulla. Grab the opportunity to explore the beauty of the village and drink a King Coconut.
Afterwards, visit the Dambulla Cave temple.
Transfer to Kandy.
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Day 5: Explore Kandy city expand_more
Post breakfast, begin your cycle safari along the Mahaweli River and see its splendour.
Make a stop at Bahairawakande temple premises.
Return to the hotel for lunch and refresh.
In the evening, visit the Temple of Tooth Relic and participate in a ceremony in the temple.
Explore the night views in Kandy city.
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Day 6: Kandy to Ella expand_more
Have breakfast at the hotel's main restaurant and prepare to take the world-famous, beautiful train ride from Kandy to Ella.
Depart to Kandy station, and your chauffeur will proceed to the Ella railway station in advance and await your arrival.
Proceed to the hotel after arrival.
Enjoy a cup of tea and a reminder of the beautiful train ride in Sri Lanka.
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Day 7: Little Adam’s Peak and Nine Arch Bridges expand_more
After breakfast, you will have the opportunity to start another amazing cycle safari from Ella.
Visit Little Adam’s Peak and Nine Arch Bridges.
Cross the lush tea plantations and the splendour of waterfalls.
Transfer to the hotel.
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Day 8: Tissamaharama expand_more
Transfer to Thissamaharama for another exciting cycle safari.
Upon arrival at the hotel in Thissamaharama, check in to the hotel and relax for a few hours.
Begin your cycle safari time. See magnificent scenery around the village.
Transfer to the hotel for your dinner and overnight.
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Day 9: Yala National Park expand_more
Wake up early and make your way into the famous Yala National Park for a full day. You will be saved a packet of breakfast and lunch during the safari.
Explore droves of elephants, leopards, and sloth bears.
Return to the hotel overnight.
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Day 10: Bentota expand_more
After breakfast, leave for Bentota.
Check in to the hotel, and get ready for an exciting beach cycling safari.
Visit the Turtle Hatchery to see turtles.
Transfer to the hotel and relax.
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Day 11: Galle and Negombo expand_more
- Check out from the hotel and visit Galle Dutch Fortress for another incredible safari.
Afterwards, continue your journey to Negombo. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel in Negombo.
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Day 12: Negombo expand_more
Have breakfast and start the cycling safari from the hotel. See Negombo fish market and Lagoon.
Spend at leisure on the beach or by the pool.
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Day 13: Departure expand_more
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for departure.
What's Included
Accommodation in hotels on a sharing basis
All meals
Light snacks and energy beverages
Train Ride from Kandy to Ella on available class
Transportation throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle and backup vehicle throughout the tour
Entrance fees to all sites and monuments as per itinerary
Cycles for the entire tour
Multilingual Sri Lankan cycle guide and cycle assistant
Service charges and all Government taxes
What's Excluded
Flights & visas
Optional activities
Anything not mentioned in the includes
Any optional tours or transfers
Meeting Point
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake, Sri Lanka
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 8 | USD 1190 Per Person |
| Child | |
| 1 To 8 | USD 1190 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |