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Sri Lanka · Cycling Tour
The journey
Have an incredible insight into Sri Lanka through this unique cycle safari. Cycle through ancient trade paths, stunning tea plantations, jungle, and lush valleys as you explore important landmarks such as Sigiriya Lion Rock and the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa. Ride along the coast, beside reservoirs, through spice plantations and paddy fields, and enjoy a jungle safari at Yala National Park. The journey also includes a scenic train ride from Kandy to Ella.
Explore droves of elephants, leopards, and sloth bears.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Visit Sigiriya Lion Rock.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Pick up from your hotel in 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.
Afterwards, visit the Dambulla Cave Temple.
Transfer to Kandy.
After breakfast, begin your cycle safari along the Mahaweli River and admire its splendour.
Make a stop at the Bahairawakande temple premises.
Return to the hotel for lunch and refreshment.
In the evening, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and participate in a ceremony at the temple.
Explore the night views in Kandy city.
Have breakfast at the hotel's main restaurant and prepare to take the world-famous, beautiful train ride from Kandy to Ella.
Depart for Kandy station, and your chauffeur will proceed to Ella railway station in advance and await your arrival.
Proceed to the hotel after arrival.
Enjoy a cup of tea and relive the beautiful train ride in Sri Lanka.
After breakfast, you will have the opportunity to start another amazing cycle safari from Ella.
Visit Little Adam's Peak and Nine Arch Bridge.
Cross lush tea plantations and admire the splendour of waterfalls.
Transfer to the hotel.
Transfer to Tissamaharama for another exciting cycle safari.
Upon arrival at the hotel in Tissamaharama, check in and relax for a few hours.
Begin your cycling safari and see magnificent scenery around the village.
Transfer to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Wake up early and make your way into the famous Yala National Park for a full day. You will be provided with a packed breakfast and lunch during the safari.
Explore droves of elephants, leopards, and sloth bears.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
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.
Afterwards, continue your journey to Negombo. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel in Negombo.
Have breakfast and start the cycling safari from the hotel. See Negombo fish market and lagoon.
Spend time at leisure on the beach or by the pool.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for departure.
Where this trip takes you
Sigiriya Lion Rock, Dambulla Cave Temple, Nine Arch Bridge, Yala National Park
The route
The fine print
Accommodation in hotels on a sharing basis
All meals
Light snacks and energy beverages
Train ride from Kandy to Ella in the available class
Transportation throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle, with a backup vehicle throughout the tour
Entrance fees to all sites and monuments as per the itinerary
Cycles for the entire tour
Multilingual Sri Lankan cycle guide and cycle assistant
Service charges and all government taxes
Flights and visas
Optional activities
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Any optional tours or transfers
Logistics
Your 13 days finish where they began, in Canada Friendship Rd.
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