Sri Lanka Highlights Cycling Adventure
Coast · Ancient Kingdoms · Tea Country · Wildlife · South Coast

Sri Lanka Highlights Cycling Adventure

Eight days from Indian Ocean fishing villages to UNESCO heritage sites, misty tea country, wildlife parks, and the palm-fringed southern coast.

Overview

The ride at a glance.

  • Coast
  • Ancient Kingdoms
  • Tea Country
  • Wildlife
  • South Coast

315 km over 8 days, from fishing villages on the Indian Ocean to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, misty tea plantations, spectacular mountain roads, wildlife-rich national parks, and the palm-fringed beaches of the south. It's our longest route and the one that covers the most ground: coast, hill country, and ancient kingdoms in a single trip.

Duration

8 days · 7 nights

Distance

315 km

Difficulty

Challenging

Group size

Up to 10 riders

Included

  • Mountain bikes for 6 riding days with helmets
  • Extra bikes according to group size
  • English-speaking cycling guide / mechanic (first aid & health & safety trained)
  • Support vehicle (bike truck) on every ride with spare bikes, tools, and first aid
  • Accommodation for cycling guide and support driver
  • Local lunches, water, and snacks during bike rides
  • Accommodation in locally-run guesthouses
  • Breakfast, selected lunches, and dinners
  • Scenic train journey Hatton sector (Day 5)
  • Temple of the Tooth Relic visit (Kandy)
  • Optional Udawalawe jeep safari (Day 6, subject to arrival time)

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa / ETA fees
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Personal spending money
Itinerary

Day by day.

Each day brings new terrain, new sights, and new stories. Here's the full breakdown.

Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Negombo. In the evening, meet your fellow riders and cycling guide for a welcome briefing, bike fitting, and trip orientation before enjoying a traditional Sri Lankan welcome dinner. Overnight: Negombo.

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Airport transfer
Gallery

Moments from the ride.

Good to Know

Common questions about this tour.

How long is the Sri Lanka Highlights Cycling Adventure?

8 days (7 nights), covering approximately 315 km through Coast · Ancient Kingdoms · Tea Country · Wildlife · South Coast.

How difficult is this tour?

Rated 3/5 (Challenging). Sustained climbs. Regular cyclists.

What's included?

Mountain bikes for 6 riding days with helmets; Extra bikes according to group size; English-speaking cycling guide / mechanic (first aid & health & safety trained); Support vehicle (bike truck) on every ride with spare bikes, tools, and first aid; Accommodation for cycling guide and support driver; Local lunches, water, and snacks during bike rides.

How much does this tour cost?

Pricing depends on your group size and travel dates. Send us an enquiry and we'll reply within 24 hours with a personalised quote.

Is this tour suitable for beginners?

This tour is rated Challenging or above, so it's best suited to regular cyclists, but our support vehicle is always available if you need a break.

Packing

What to bring

Essentials for comfort on and off the bike.

  • Padded cycling shorts (2+)
  • Moisture-wicking cycling jerseys
  • Lightweight rain jacket
  • Modest clothing for temples
  • Cycling gloves and sunglasses
  • Sun protection (SPF 50)
  • Comfortable shoes for off-bike sightseeing
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Light layers for tea country mornings
  • Binoculars (optional, for wildlife spotting)

Need the full list? See our practical info page or ask when you book.

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