Basix
Explorer
Simply Sri Lanka
4.9
Excellent
138 reviews
8 days
Start
Negombo, Sri Lanka
Finish
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Code
HPRS
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights)
From £583(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Check out the awe-inspiring Sigiriya (Lion Rock), a 200-metre-high ancient rock fortress that lies smack-bang in the middle of evergreen jungle.
Wander through the golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth in Kandy, which houses one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relics – a tooth of the Buddha.
Get to know the gorgeous beach of Unawatuna, where you can either get active in the surrounding jungle or chill with a cocktail while lying under a palm tree.
This tour has the option of a 4WD safari through a park known for its wild elephant population. Seeing these big beauties in the flesh is unforgettable.
With these experiences you get local knowledge, decades of on-the-ground operational experience and the freedom and independence to explore at your own pace.
Is this trip right for you?
Though its equatorial position means fairly constant year-round temperatures, the summer months in Sri Lanka are very hot with short, sharp monsoons in the south-west of the country. Be sure to use adequate sun protection and drink plenty of water.
Beaches in Sri Lanka may be unpatrolled, so please seek local advice on where to swim safely.
Though its equatorial position means fairly constant year-round temperatures, the summer months in Sri Lanka are very hot with short, sharp monsoons in the south-west of the country. Be sure to use adequate sun protection and drink plenty of water.
Beaches in Sri Lanka may be unpatrolled, so please seek local advice on where to swim safely.
Itinerary
Discover ancient cave temples, tea plantations and idyllic beaches
Sri Lanka is jam-packed with ancient sites, fascinating cultures, beautiful wilderness and idyllic beaches and this eight-day experience will introduce you to the most memorable. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, climb Lion Rock at Sigiriya, and explore the monkey-filled mangrove forests of Unawatuna. We’ve sorted the nitty gritty so you can focus on soaking up Sri Lanka at your own pace, with plenty of optional activities and the guidance of your local leader to help you out when you’re not sure where to start. Are you an independent traveller who wants to explore Sri Lanka with like-minded people and a local? This is your trip.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights)
Included activities
Kandy - Temple of the Tooth
Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress Visit
Kandy - Hela Bojun social enterprise lunch
Galle - Galle Fort Walking tour
Colombo - Guided market visit
Optional activities
Dambulla - Cave temples (entrance) - USD7
Minneriya National Park (entrance) - USD30
Minneriya National Park - Jeep hire (minimum 6 pax) - USD40
Kandy - Cultural Dance Performance - USD7
Kandy - Botanical Gardens - USD10
Kandy - Cooking Class in a Sinhalese Home - USD12
Galle - Dutch Fort - Free
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Important notes
1.Some travellers have reported being approached by locals offering excursions before their Tuuur trip commences. This has been particularly prevalent in and around the hotels used by Intrepid. These guides are in no way connected to Tuuur and we cannot guarantee the safety or quality standards of their tours. We advise customers against joining any tour offered by the unauthorised guides.
2. A Single Supplement is available on this trip and is valid for all nights on tour.
3. Please provide your full passport details at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for train and entrance tickets. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
Reviews (129)
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
1
Carolyn
Aug 09, 2025
This trip is a fab introduction to Sri Lanka and covers the main places to visit. Make sure you get some training in before you climb Lion Rock! You will be lucky if you get Nalin as your Tour Guide x
Madeleine
Jul 28, 2025
Couldn’t recommend the trip highly enough. You’re getting the true essence of Sri Lanka in one week with all the best bits and tons of local knowledge.
Vyomika
Jul 27, 2025
Such a beautiful trip! Would recommend to anyone wanting to explore Sri Lanka. The dance show and cooking class were such highlights for me and we had a truly incredible group of travellers! Give it a go!
Esha
Jul 18, 2025
Would 100% recommend, especially to young female travellers. I’m 18, did my first tour, simply Sri Lanka, I never once felt unsafe, I enjoyed myself so much, learnt so much about myself. my group was diverse and lovely, i loved having a roommate, the tour guide was so helpful, I found it easy to navigate being away, having everything booked allowed me to be stress free. Best experience ever!
Roger
Jun 26, 2025
Over many years my wife and I have been extensive world travellers. We normally do our own thing so this organised trip was very unusual for us. It was well organised and we saw and did things that no way we would have done on our own. An excellent trip all round.
Robyn
Jun 20, 2025
We had experiences and visits to places that would have been difficult to access and discover. Normally we don’t do tours but this comprehensive tour was a wonderful time saver and the group experience was great fun. How wonderful to have a great guide and careful drivers to make the travelling experience such a breeze.
Ashlee
Apr 12, 2025
This was my first group tour and I was amazed at how easy it was to travel this way and how much sightseeing is possible! A great tour that I would recommend to anyone.
SERENA
Apr 12, 2025
Sri Lanka trip was unforgettable with a jam packed itinerary and diversity of the country in 8 days. Beautiful food and culture to appreciate. Thank you!
Gemma
Apr 06, 2025
Sri lanka tour with Viraj was amazing! He was brilliant, so knowledgeable about such an interesting country, as well as wanting the whole group to have the best trip and memorable experience. Will definitely be returning to see more of beautiful sri lanka, I have made fantastic memories there ❤️
Rosie
Apr 04, 2025
I loved this Intrepid trip! It was jam packed - filled with wonderful Sri Lankan experiences. And our guide - Danny - was amazing with expert knowledge and his passion for the country was infectious! I sincerely hope to come back one day.
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