Although a compact island, Sri Lanka is incredibly diverse. Exploring on two wheels is the best way to see this rural country and to experience the way of life of its friendly people.
We travel from ancient cities and the fortress at Sigiriya to the hill country towns of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, where the cooler temperatures and lush scenery make for a relaxing ride.
In the south we visit Yala National Park, where we go in search of leopard, before ending the trip on the beaches of the beautiful south coast. Most of the route is a continuous ride, and transfers are kept to a minimum.
Itinerary
Day 1
Start Sigiriya
Day 2
Ride to Dambulla cave temple; climb Sigiriya Rock
Day 3
Ride to Polunnaruwa; cycle tour of ruins
Day 4
Ride through foothills of spice growing region
Day 5
Ride to Kandy
Day 6
Free day in Kandy
Day 7
Challenging ride through tea estates to Nuwara Eliya
Day 8
Hill country ride to Ella
Day 9
Descent of 1000m, stopping at the impressive rock-cut Buddha statues at Buduruvagela; to Tissamaharama
Day 10
Morning ride to Kataragama Temple; afternoon drive to Yala N.P. for safari
Day 11
Ride through Bundala N.P. and the lagoon for spectacular birdlife; continue riding on coast to Hambantota; transfer to Ahangama
Day 12
Free day on beach; optional ride to Koggala
Day 13
Transfer to Colombo via Galle
Day 14
End Colombo
Price
From £2,349
What's Included
- All breakfasts and 10 lunches
- All accommodation (see below)
- All transport and listed activities
- Tour leader throughout
- Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)
- Airport transfers (for group flights only)
- Local bike hire
