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Backpacking Sri Lanka (15 days)

15 days
From Negombo to Colombo
5.0
9 traveler reviews
Backpacking Sri Lanka (15 days) - Backpacking Tours
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Tour Operator:
Backpacking Tours
Max group size:
16
Age range:
18 to 45
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
264275
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Highlights

  • Explore the Golden Temple of Dambulla
  • Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Learn tea production in scenic Ella
  • Experience a safari in Udawalawe Park
  • Surf and unwind at Weligama Beach

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome Dinner
  2. Day 2 World Heritage sites of Negombo
  3. Day 3 Let's Go To Sirigiya Rock!
  4. Day 4 Exclusive Village Tour
  5. Day 5 Free Time in Kandy City
  6. Day 6 Famous Train Ride To Ella & Tea Plantation
  7. Day 7 Cooking Class & Little Adams Peak
  8. Day 8 Breathtaking Diyaluma Waterfalls
  9. Day 9 Jeep Safari & Beach!
  10. Day 10 Surf Lesson & Beach!
  11. Day 11 Turtle Beach & Coconut Hill
  12. Day 12 Cycle Tour & Free Time
  13. Day 13 Magnificent Galle Dutch Fort
  14. Day 14 Tsunami Museum & Farewell Dinner
  15. Day 15 Goodbye (For Now!)
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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
5.0
(40 reviews)

Number of tours

7

Age Range

18 to 49 years old

Response time

10 hours

Response rate

100%

We are a multi-national team based in Bangkok, Thailand, providing a simple, fun way for people to travel and meet new friends. We have a core focus on comfort, quality and value for money. We've been operating group tours and volunteer programs since 2013, with an average rating of 4.9 from...

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Customer Reviews

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  • Transport
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  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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  • PB
    · June 19th, 2024
    Backpacking Sri Lanka with Dam and Sam! What an incredible trip and an experience of a lifetime! Sri Lanka is such a beautiful country, and I feel so lucky to have experienced it with Dam and Sam! This tour exceeded my expectations and it is down to these two making the trip the absolute best!! They went above and beyond to make sure we all had the best time and were all safe and happy. I felt so well looked after on this tour and It really wouldn’t have been the same without them. If you’re wanting to travel to Sri Lanka this is the tour you should book!! You’ll be in the best hands and guaranteed to have an amazing time! Thank you Dam and Sam for showing us your stunning country! I have made memories that will last forever.
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    Trip date: February 2024
  • Backpacking Sri Lanka (15 days) reviewer 2
    · May 22nd, 2024
    Amazing Tour around Srilanka with backpacking tours. Very informative & Friendly Awesome Tour Guide. Good Hotels & Amazing Foods Spots. Highly recommend this tour & overall this tour is well organized
    Trip date: April 2024
  • MF
    · May 20th, 2024
    Absolutely chuffed with our Sri Lankan adventure courtesy of Backpacking Tours! Dam and Sam were brilliant – everything sorted from start to finish. A perfect mix of culture, thrills, and downtime. Highly recommended!
    Trip date: October 2023
  • YX
    · May 11th, 2024
    We had a wonderful trip to Sri Lanka courtesy of backpacking tours. The guides were very insightful and fully took care of our needs and feedback. They were very knowledgeable of the heritage sites and gave us a wonderful experience. The food recommendations and arrangement for us were brilliant as well as we got to enjoy a mix of local and foreign cuisines that was top notch. All in all we had a wonderful stay here because of the tour guides and would highly recommend them again
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • A
    · May 11th, 2024
    Going with backpacking tours as our guide was the best decision we made during our trip to Sri Lanka. Both guides were very knowledgeable and helpful during the trip. They really helped make the trip fuss free and convenient. Most importantly they allowed us to fully enjoy our time in Sri Lanka.
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • SC
    · May 10th, 2024
    Sri Lanka was a total blast, thanks to Backpacking Tours and our fab guides, Dam and Sam! Superb attention to detail and heaps of local knowledge. Safe, fun, and totally engaging. You'd be daft not to book with them!
    Trip date: April 2024
  • EM
    · May 2nd, 2024
    Backpacking Tours nailed it with our Sri Lanka visit! Dam and Sam were fantastic, making sure every aspect of the tour was lush. Great vibes and incredible sights, all seamless and stress-free. They’re the best in the biz!
    Trip date: September 2023
  • MR
    · April 26th, 2024
    Dam and Sam from Backpacking Tours are the champions of Sri Lankan expeditions! Their meticulous planning and fun personalities made our trip unforgettable. Every detail was spot-on, from the picnics to the pit stops!
    Backpacking Tours commented on this review
    Thanks for the great feedback, Mia! We're delighted to hear that Dam and Sam made your Sri Lankan expedition unforgettable with their meticulous planning and fun personalities. It sounds like every detail was perfectly curated for enjoyment. We hope to... Show more
    Trip date: November 2023
  • E
    · April 12th, 2024
    Amazing tour! Would recommend to everyone who wants to see Sri Lanka � it was so much fun. Dam and Sam are the best! It’s a great tour for solo travellers as you get to meet loads of people. Everything was organised and very safe. You cover so much of Sri Lanka in 15 days, much more than you would without a tour. You also see lots of local things you would miss without it Highly recommend
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    Trip date: March 2024

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Backpacking Sri Lanka (15 days)
From Negombo to Colombo

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Good to Know

  • Currency
    Rs
    Sri Lanka Rupee
    Sri Lanka
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types D, M.

    Type D
    Sri Lanka
    Type M
    Sri Lanka
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Sri Lanka. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Sri Lanka. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before January 31st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 31st, 2025, a minimum payment of $350 is required to confirm your booking with Backpacking Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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