Sri Lanka Tours & Trips 2020
36 trips to Sri Lanka tours from 77 tour companies. 719 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.
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Style
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Theme
Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
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Pure Sri Lanka
12 days
$ 138 / day
$ 1,661
From :
$ 2,325
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Basic (2*)
Highlights
Visits:
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 2 Dinner (D)
- Sigiriya: See rice fields and jungle landscapes as you ramble around this rural Sri Lankan village. Then refuel with a traditional lunch.
- Sigiriya: A fortress on top of a giant rock. And did we mention it has massive lion’s paws at the front? Amazing!
- Sigiriya: Want peace and tranquillity, or an array of Insta-ops? These cave temples offer both. But hide your wallet from the cheeky monkeys.
- Kandy: Fire-eating. Acrobatics. Epic costumes. All based on the dances of Indian shamans. Why not recreate it on TikTok with your crew?
- Kandy: This pristine-white sanctuary is an ultimate pilgrimage for Buddhists. It holds a relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth.
- Kandy: One of the world’s most scenic train rides. Pass tea plantations and lush greenery, via mountain tunnels and steep valleys.
- Ella: Who doesn’t love a nice cuppa? And now you’ll get to see where the magic happens.
- Unawatuna: Colonial buildings meet modern life in this UNESCO-listed spot. There are heritage walks, foodie hotspots and fun nightlife, all up for grabs.
- Unawatuna: Learn how these amazing Sri Lankan masks are created. That’s next year’s Halloween costume sorted.
- Colombo: Explore this bustling melting pot of a city with 20 of your new besties. It’s home to some seriously cool sights.
- Udawalawe National Park: This rehabilitation centre for orphaned elephants is seriously cute. You won’t ever want to leave.
- Unawatuna: Meet some baby sea turtles and learn about their release back into the wild.
Sri Lanka
Pure Sri Lanka
12 days
$ 143 / day
$ 1,715
From :
$ 2,401
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Basic (2*)
Highlights
Visits:
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 2 Dinner (D)
- Sigiriya: See rice fields and jungle landscapes as you ramble around this rural Sri Lankan village. Then refuel with a traditional lunch.
- Sigiriya: A fortress on top of a giant rock. And did we mention it has massive lion’s paws at the front? Amazing!
- Sigiriya: Want peace and tranquillity, or an array of Insta-ops? These cave temples offer both. But hide your wallet from the cheeky monkeys.
- Kandy: Fire-eating. Acrobatics. Epic costumes. All based on the dances of Indian shamans. Why not recreate it on TikTok with your crew?
- Kandy: This pristine-white sanctuary is an ultimate pilgrimage for Buddhists. It holds a relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth.
- Kandy: One of the world’s most scenic train rides. Pass tea plantations and lush greenery, via mountain tunnels and steep valleys.
- Ella: Who doesn’t love a nice cuppa? And now you’ll get to see where the magic happens.
- Udawalawe National Park: This rehabilitation centre for orphaned elephants is seriously cute. You won’t ever want to leave.
- Unawatuna: Colonial buildings meet modern life in this UNESCO-listed spot. There are heritage walks, foodie hotspots and fun nightlife, all up for grabs.
- Unawatuna: Learn how these amazing Sri Lankan masks are created. That’s next year’s Halloween costume sorted.
- Unawatuna: Meet some baby sea turtles and learn about their release back into the wild.
- Colombo: Explore this bustling melting pot of a city with 20 of your new besties. It’s home to some seriously cool sights.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka & the Maldives
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 396 / day
$ 4,354
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level : N/A
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
- UNESCO Dutch Fort & Turtle Hatchery
Sri Lanka
Highlights of Sri Lanka
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
8 days
$ 444 / day
$ 3,554
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level : N/A
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
- UNESCO Dutch Fort & Turtle Hatchery
Sri Lanka
14 Day Treasures of Sri Lanka
14 days
$ 274 / day
$ 3,839
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Polonnaruwa, where kings ruled Sri Lanka over 800 years ago
- Tour the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress dating back over 1500 years, rising from the central plains
- Glimpse into village life in Hiriwadunna where you are welcomed with a hosted lunch
- Visit a national park in the Cultural Triangle, one of the best places in Sri Lanka to view wild elephants
- At the inspirational cave temples of Dambulla, view golden Buddha statues and murals
- Tour the gold-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Sri Lanka’s most sacred sites
- In Kandy, dinner at the home of a local family with specially prepared Sri Lankan dishes
- Travel to the town of Nuwara Eliya in the center of Sri Lanka’s magnificent tea country
- Learn about the growing, harvesting and processing of “Ceylon” tea at a tea estate factory
- A Jeep Safari at Yala National Park highlights Sri Lanka’s astonishing wildlife and stunning landscapes
- Tour the colonial town of Galle, with its historic fort built in the 1500s by the Portuguese
- Visit a turtle hatchery, to learn about the rescue and protection of turtle eggs
Colombo, Ella, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Weligama, Yala National Park
Sri Lanka & the Maldives
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 373 / day
$ 4,101
From :
$ 7,198
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level : N/A
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
- UNESCO Dutch Fort & Turtle Hatchery
Sri Lanka
Highlights of Sri Lanka
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
8 days
$ 391 / day
$ 3,129
From :
$ 4,953
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level : N/A
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
- UNESCO Dutch Fort & Turtle Hatchery
Sri Lanka
14 Day Treasures of Sri Lanka
14 days
$ 287 / day
$ 4,019
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Polonnaruwa, where kings ruled Sri Lanka over 800 years ago
- Tour the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress dating back over 1500 years, rising from the central plains
- Glimpse into village life in Hiriwadunna where you are welcomed with a hosted lunch
- Visit a national park in the Cultural Triangle, one of the best places in Sri Lanka to view wild elephants
- At the inspirational cave temples of Dambulla, view golden Buddha statues and murals
- Tour the gold-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Sri Lanka’s most sacred sites
- In Kandy, dinner at the home of a local family with specially prepared Sri Lankan dishes
- Travel to the town of Nuwara Eliya in the center of Sri Lanka’s magnificent tea country
- Learn about the growing, harvesting and processing of “Ceylon” tea at a tea estate factory
- A Jeep Safari at Yala National Park highlights Sri Lanka’s astonishing wildlife and stunning landscapes
- Tour the colonial town of Galle, with its historic fort built in the 1500s by the Portuguese
- Visit a turtle hatchery, to learn about the rescue and protection of turtle eggs
Colombo, Ella, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Weligama, Yala National Park
Sri Lanka & the Maldives
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 373 / day
$ 4,101
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level : N/A
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
- UNESCO Dutch Fort & Turtle Hatchery
Sri Lanka
Highlights of Sri Lanka
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
8 days
$ 391 / day
$ 3,129
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level : N/A
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
- UNESCO Dutch Fort & Turtle Hatchery
Sri Lanka
Natural Wonders of Sri Lanka
19 days
$ 552 / day
$ 10,480
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Hard
Lodging Level :
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Basic (2*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Search for abundant wildlife on a Yala National Park expedition, which boasts Asia’s largest concentration of leopards, along with Asian elephants, spotted deer, and over 200 species of birds.
- A hallmark of any Sri Lanka tour, discover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sigiriya, an ancient palace and fortress built atop a huge granite monolith; the monumental ruins in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s medieval capital; and the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, a significant site of pilgrimage for Buddhists.
- Enjoy whale-watching cruises off the southern coast, one of the best places in the world to view blue whales.
- Explore Sinharaja, a vast tropical rain forest that is home to over half of Sri Lanka’s endemic species of flora and fauna.
- Stay in a variety of superb accommodations throughout your Sri Lanka adventure travels—from beach-side resorts and colonial-era mansions to world-class game lodges offering splendid vistas of the surrounding wilderness.
Sri Lanka
The Human Journey: Tracing Legendary Peoples & ...
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
24 days
$ 2,831 / day
$ 67,950
Travel Style :
Array
Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Highlights
Visits:
- See the world with National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Dr. Spencer Wells
- Travel in a private Boeing 757 jet
- Go off the beaten path to discover some of the most incredible legacies of legendary civilizations
- Enjoy a private tour of the Georgian National Museum
- Explore the vibrant bazaars of Samarqand in Uzbekistan
- See the land of Genghis Khan – Mongolia
- Be amazed by 1,000 year old structures in Myanmar (Burma)
- Visit several World Heritage sites in Sri Lanka
- Explore the National Museum of Ethiopia
- See Jerusalem, a city that holds a rich spiritual meaning to many faiths
- Enjoy a farewell dinner in London
Addis Ababa, Bagan, Etosha National Park, Gobi Desert, Jerusalem, Lake Inle, Lalibela, London, Rangoon, Shwedagon Pagoda, Tbilisi, Tel Aviv, Ulaanbaatar, Yangon, Burma (Myanmar), England, Ethiopia, Israel, Mongolia, South Georgia, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan
Sri Lanka's wildlife highlights
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
10 days
$ 3,227
From :
$ 4,356
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Visits:
Sri Lanka
Highlights of Sri Lanka
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
20 days
$ 5,814
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Easy
Lodging Level :
3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Comfort (4*)
Visits:
Maldives, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka for families
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
14 days
$ 3,654
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Very Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Visits:
Negombo, Sri Lanka
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Top Sri Lanka Attractions & Experiences
Top Sri Lanka Experiences
- Climbing the 1,600-year-old “Lion Rock” of Sigiriya, a rock fortress “in the sky” that rises more than 600 feet out of the jungle.
- Visiting the emerald-green tea gardens in the cool air around the town of Nuwala Eliya, a British-colonial-era hill station.
- Searching for elephants, leopards, and monkeys in the Yala and Udawalawe national parks.
- Relaxing on sandy beaches at one of many resorts along the coasts.
- Discovering the capital of Colombo, a mix of colonial architecture and modern-day amenities.
- Marveling at the colossal rock sculptures of Buddha in the island’s medieval capital of Polonnaruwa.
- Touring the old town of Galle, a Dutch-influenced seaport with a huge fort and a UNESCO World Heritage designation.
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36 trips from 77 tour companies with 719 reviews
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