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Pure Sri Lanka

Pure Sri Lanka

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Say Ayubowan to Southeast Asia’s gem, Sri Lanka. This adventure is going to take you all over – from national parks to beaches to ancient fortresses and temples, we’ve squeezed in all the highlights & a few lesser-known secrets to create the perfect 11-day trip. With hand-picked inclusions and extra free time add-ons, this trip delivers the best Sri Lanka has to offer.


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Pure Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Pure Sri Lanka Tours for Young Adults

The one that gives you the true taste of Sri Lanka, from villages & ancient temples to street food & coastal beaches

Say Ayubowan to Southeast Asia’s gem, Sri Lanka. This adventure is going to take you all over – from national parks to beaches to ancient fortresses and temples, we’ve squeezed in all the highlights & a few lesser-known secrets to create the perfect 11-day trip. With hand-picked inclusions and extra free time add-ons, this trip delivers the best Sri Lanka has to offer.

“70 percent join our trips solo”

“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

4.9 out of 5 stars (26 Reviews)* (all reviews and the latest rating available on the details page

Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

11 days, 1 country from about $ 1675* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or – available on the booking page)

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Destinations:

Asia > Sri Lanka

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Negombo

Day 2: Negombo

Sigiriya

Day 3: Sigiriya

Day 4: Sigiriya

Kandy

Day 5: Kandy

Ella

Day 6: Ella

Day 7: Ella

Udawalawe National Park

Day 8: Udawalawe National Park

Unawatuna

Galle

Unawatuna

Day 9: Unawatuna

Day 10: Unawatuna

Colombo

Day 11: Colombo

Day 1: Start Negombo

NegomboOur Sri Lankan adventure begins in Negombo. Find your feet in this diverse & laid-back town with coastal beaches, local fish markets and a working Dutch-style canal system. This evening you’ll meet up with your Trip Manager and your team for a full brief of the travels about to unfold, before heading out for the first taste of some local delicacies.

Camelot Beach Hotel (or similar)Day 2: Negombo to Sigiriya

NegomboThis morning we’ll drive inland to Sigiriya, an ancient rock fortress town in the Matale District.SigiriyaHome to palace ruins set on a giant ancient lava rock, and surrounded by ancient relics of gardens and reservoirs, Sigiriya is a hotspot of historical significance here in Sri Lanka. After checking in to our accommodation, we’ll begin our explorations with a guided visit to Hiriwadunna village, a spiritually important site where Prince Siddhartha was said to have attained Buddhahood. We’ll sit down for an authentic Sri Lankan lunch here at the village, surrounded by greenery and wildlife. After waving goodbye to Hiriwadunna, we’ll head back to our hotel where we’ll join together for an included dinner tonight.

Habarana Village by Cinnamon (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Included ExperienceHiriwadunna Local Village Visit See rice fields and jungle landscapes as you ramble around this rural Sri Lankan village. Then refuel with a traditional lunch.

Day 3: Sigiriya

Sigiriya
We couldn’t visit Sigiriya without exploring the incredible Sigiriya Rock Fortress that’s been dominating the skyline ever since we’ve arrived, and morning is the best time to visit. After our included breakfast we’ll take a trip to the fortress to check out the UNESCO-listed ‘Lion’s Rock’, with it’s 5th-century buildings, painted rock frescoes and massive pair of lion paws at the entrance. We’re back on the road, this time to visit the nearby town of Dambulla where you’ll have the chance to find your own lunch. Here we’ll find another World Heritage Site, the sacred Dambulla Cave Temple, the largest best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka complete with five inner sanctuaries, 150 gilded Buddha statues, and Buddhist murals.

Habarana Village by Cinnamon (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceGuided Tour: Sigiriya Rock Fortress A fortress on top of a giant rock. And did we mention it has massive lion’s paws at the front? Amazing! Included ExperienceVisit Dambulla Cave TempleWant peace and tranquillity, or an array of Insta-ops? These cave temples offer both. But hide your wallet from the cheeky monkeys.

Day 4: Sigiriya to Kandy

SigiriyaFeel like a morning adventure? You’ll have the opportunity to explore the Pidurangala Rock –a rite of passage for Sigiriya first-timers – on a sunrise trek. Otherwise, catch some extra sleep and save your energy for later. Awed by our time brushing with the ancient world in Sigiriya, it’s time to move on to the vibrant cultural scene in Kandy.KandyToday we’re gathering to watch history and mythology explode into colour & rhythm at a traditional Kandyan Folkdance show. Then tonight, you can choose to tuck into some local street food on a tuk-tuk food tour. Ever tried a ‘Hopper’? We promise you’ve never eaten a curry like this before, and you haven’t really tried Sri Lankan street food until now.

Queen’s Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceWatch a Kandyan Dance Show Fire-eating. Acrobatics. Epic costumes. All based on the dances of Indian shamans. Why not recreate it on TikTok with your crew?
Included Experience Visit Temple of the Tooth This pristine-white sanctuary is an ultimate pilgrimage for Buddhists. It holds a relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth. Street Food TourImmerse yourself in the local treats of Kandy with a street food tour by tuk tuk. Your trusty Trip Manager along with your local guide has sourced some of the best dishes for you to try. Witness the vendors making kottu, a combination of roti, spices & meat or fish, banged & chopped into a meal right in front of you. Between these & hoppers – pancake bowls filled with egg or curry – you should have just enough room left for dessert!
Additional costs apply

Pidurangala Rock SunriseStart the morning with an epic trek. An early rise and challenging climb will be rewarded with a stunning sunrise from this rock-top viewpoint, with panoramic vistas over Sigiriya in the distance. Simply magical.
Please note: while this excursion is free to join, it is not accessible to all travellers. A mid to high level of fitness/mobility is required to do this excursion.
Additional costs apply

Day 5: Kandy to Ella

KandyToday we head further into the hill country on the train, passing lush green hills and waterfalls enroute to Nuwara Eliya. This small town with colonial-era buildings is found in the heart of Sri Lanka’s famous Ceylon tea industry. We’ll stop to visit a tea plantation to find out how different teas are grown, plucked and packaged before continuing on to our next destination of Ella.EllaWe’ve arrived at Ella where new adventures await!

Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceKandy to Nanuoya by Train One of the world’s most scenic train rides. Pass tea plantations and lush greenery, via mountain tunnels and steep valleys. Included ExperienceHit up a Tea Plantation Who doesn’t love a nice cuppa? And now you’ll get to see where the magic happens.

Day 6: Ella

EllaThe day is yours to explore the beautiful countryside and laid-back backpacker hub of Ella, nestled among green cloud forests and tea plantations. In the early morning, feel free to head to Horton Plains National Park and walk to “World’s End”, one of the highlights here. Or spend the day in Ella doing the local walks that show off the incredibly insta-worthy views down through the Ella Gap, including the cascading waterfalls this small town is famous for. If you’re lucky, you might even get to meet one of the locals: the leaf-eating Langur monkey.

Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Horton Plains National Park & Hike to World’s EndLace up your walking shoes, it’s time to get your hike on! You’ll be exploring Horton Plains National Park, where your local guide will take you to the sites like World’s End & Baker’s Falls. An early start will deliver the best view (& the best shot for the Gram) of the Horton Plains Plateau. Make sure you keep an eye out for the local wildlife – deer & leopards have been spotted roaming free. After you’ve worked up a sweat, sip on some tea & munch on a Sri Lankan snack, you deserve it.
Additional costs apply

Day 7: Ella to Udawalawe National ParkMake Travel Matter®

EllaOur journey continues south, as we head down from the hill country into the southern plains where a rich abundance of wildlife awaits us.Udawalawe National ParkOur first stop is at the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home, where orphaned baby elephants are cared for before being released back into the wild. In this unmissable experience that’s sure to pull a few heartstrings, we’ll get to watch the babies at feeding time, while you try to restrain yourself from adopting one then and there. But tear yourself away, because next, we’re heading to our Special Stay accommodation for the night: glamping alongside the Walawe riverbed in full Safari style, surrounded by the vibrant flora and fauna of the Sri Lankan jungle.

Athgira River Camping (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Make Travel Matter®Visit the Elephant Transit Home (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience)This rehabilitation centre for orphaned elephants is seriously cute. You won’t ever want to leave.

Day 8: Udawalawe National Park to Unawatuna via Galle

Udawalawe National ParkSay goodbye to the wilderness, because today you’re heading along the coast to the beachside town of Unawatuna.

UnawatunaThe South West coast of Sri Lanka is famous for its beaches, mangrove forests and picturesque colonial port towns set up in turn first by the Portuguese, secondly by the Dutch and finally the English, and Unawatuna is no exception.

GalleThis afternoon we’ll take a trip to explore the UNESCO-listed historic fort city of Galle, a must-see for its distinctly unique mishmash of European and South Asian traditional architecture. Check out the Portuguese Franciscan chapel, Dutch coat of arms and British Queen Victoria Jubilee Tower.UnawatunaLater this evening, you can opt to learn the ways of Sri Lankan cooking with our cooking demonstration and dinner.

The Long Beach Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceTake a morning safariThis is the one day you won’t mind getting up early for. Hang out with elephants, leopards, crocodiles – the whole jungle crew.
Included ExperienceAdmire Fort City: Galle Colonial buildings meet modern life in this UNESCO-listed spot. There are heritage walks, foodie hotspots and fun nightlife, all up for grabs.
Cooking Demonstration & DinnerYou’ve had plenty of time to taste test Sri Lankan cuisine, & now it’s time to learn how these dishes are prepared. A local expert will explain the importance of traditional spices, & will use them to create the homemade curry you’ll be feasting on for dinner. Offer to lend a hand throughout the demonstration, or sit back & chat with your crew about what delicious dish you’re going to cook first when you get home.
Additional costs apply

Day 9: Unawatuna

UnawatunaThe Southern tip of Sri Lanka is a favourite hangout spot for some of the most majestic creatures in the world: whales. We’re heading to Mirissa, considered to be the best place to get a glimpse of the blue whale, sperm whale and dolphins, and this morning is your chance to head out whale-watching for an unmissable up-close encounter. After the morning’s excitement, the afternoon is yours to unwind on the tropical palm-studded beach with clear turquoise waters, or opt in for a surf lesson at nearby Weligama Bay.

The Long Beach Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Weligama Surf SchoolWhether you’re a beginner or an expert, how can you pass up a chance to surf on the beaches of Sri Lanka? Weligama Beach, which translates to ‘sandy village’ is the perfect spot to catch a wave. The instructors at the local surf school will teach you the basics, show you which waves to ride & hopefully get you up on your feet, literally!
Additional costs apply

Mirissa Whale Watching (Seasonal)The Southern tip of Sri Lanka is the perfect spot to catch a glimpse of blue & sperm whales, as well as pods of dolphins. This morning, you’ll have a chance to head out whale watching with locals & encounter these creatures up close. Patience is the aim of this game, but a sighting is going to be well worth the wait.
Additional costs apply

Day 10: Unawatuna to ColomboMake Travel Matter®

UnawatunaToday we’ll reach our final destination, the bustling capital city of Colombo. En route we’ll make a stop to learn about the traditional art of balsa-wood mask painting, followed by a visit to the Kosgoda Turtle Conservation centre.ColomboOnce we hit Colombo, the best way to continue is with a sightseeing tour of this sprawling, richly multicultural city. Marvel at the atmospheric temples & showstopping mosques, check out the rose-tinted colonial buildings and, if you’re brave enough, pick up some hot cobra chillies or souvenirs from the truly authentic (and famously chaotic) Pettah Bazaar. Tonight you can put on your party pants, because we’ve already sussed out the best rooftop bars and we’re going out in style – the perfect way to cap off the last incredible 10 days with your Sri Lanka crew.

Fairway Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceVisit a Traditional Mask Painting Centre Learn how these amazing Sri Lankan masks are created. That’s next year’s Halloween costume sorted. Make Travel Matter®Visit Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Centre (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences)Meet some baby sea turtles and learn about their release back into the wild.Included ExperienceSwing by Colombo Explore this bustling melting pot of a city with 20 of your new besties. It’s home to some seriously cool sights.

Day 11: End Colombo

ColomboYour Contiki trip finishes this morning in Colombo. Say goodbye to your new friends and plan a meet up somewhere in the world soon.

Included Meals:

Breakfast

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page

Some of the Highlights:

Included Experience
Guided Tour: Sigiriya Rock Fortress

A fortress on top of a giant rock. And did we mention it has massive lion’s paws at the front? Amazing!

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Kandy to Nanuoya by Train

One of the world’s most scenic train rides. Pass tea plantations and lush greenery, via mountain tunnels and steep valleys.

INCLUDED

Make Travel Matter®
Visit the Elephant Transit Home (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience)

This rehabilitation centre for orphaned elephants is seriously cute. You won’t ever want to leave.

INCLUDED

Pidurangala Rock Sunrise

Start the morning with an epic trek. An early rise and challenging climb will be rewarded with a stunning sunrise from this rock-top viewpoint, with panoramic vistas over Sigiriya in the distance. Simply magical. Please note: while this excursion is free to join, it is not accessible to all travellers. A mid to high level of fitness/mobility is required to do this excursion.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Horton Plains National Park & Hike to World’s End

Lace up your walking shoes, it’s time to get your hike on! You’ll be exploring Horton Plains National Park, where your local guide will take you to the sites like World’s End & Baker’s Falls. An early start will deliver the best view (& the best shot for the Gram) of the Horton Plains Plateau. Make sure you keep an eye out for the local wildlife – deer & leopards have been spotted roaming free. After you’ve worked up a sweat, sip on some tea & munch on a Sri Lankan snack, you deserve it.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Weligama Surf School

Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, how can you pass up a chance to surf on the beaches of Sri Lanka? Weligama Beach, which translates to ‘sandy village’ is the perfect spot to catch a wave. The instructors at the local surf school will teach you the basics, show you which waves to ride & hopefully get you up on your feet, literally!

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Trip Highlights

The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list

You’ll find all highlights and eventual changes on the details page

FAQs:

You’ll find all FAQs and the latest info on the details page

Included Meals:

10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Team:

Expert Trip Manager + Local Guides

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Group Size:

Maximum 24 people

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Transfers:

Private Coach and Trains

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

More Details:

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