Sri Lanka Walking
Wander between misty mountains and tea fields
8 Days, 7 Nights
12
B&R Activity Levels
$12,395 USD
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A country of romance, colours and spices, Sri Lanka stays with you forever—and so do our walks! Walk through ancient capitals, scale Sigiriya’s sky-high fortress, and experience one of the most beautiful railway journeys in the world. From cave temples to coastal Galle, with cooking lessons and river strolls in between, this island is small—but the adventure is mighty.
Step through Sri Lanka’s incredible, diverse landscapes of rice paddies, cinnamon gardens and tea farms.
Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka's captivating history and culture as you explore ancient ruins and sacred temples.
At the end of each day, savour meals at our favourite local restaurants before unwinding in luxurious hotels.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Rendezvous
Airport City: To be confirmed
Trip Start: To be confirmed
Time: To be confirmed
Farewell
Airport City: To be confirmed
Trip End: To be confirmed
Time: To be confirmed
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Rendezvous and Farewell locations upon booking.
Day 1
Our adventure begins in Kandy. Upon arrival, head out on our first walk that ends with a picnic lunch. End the day unwinding by the hotel pool, savouring a wonderful dinner and reflecting on the journey into Sri Lanka's breathtaking Hill Country.
Activity:
Morning walk | 8 km (5 mi.)
Optional walk | 8 km (5 mi.)
Day 2
We set off from the hotel this morning, passing tea farms and estates that surround the property. Later, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens with a local expert before ending the day at the hotel, where we’ll enjoy a private dinner and traditional performance.
Activity:
Morning walk | 10 km (8 mi.)
Optional walk | 8 km (5 mi.)
Day 3
Activity:
Afternoon walk | 6 km (4 mi.)
Day 4
Activity:
Morning walk | 2-hours | Elevation gain: 600 ft (180 m.)
Optional walk | 8 km (5 mi.)
Day 5
Activity:
10 km (6 mi.) walk around the ruins of Anaradhapura
Day 6
Activity:
6-8 km (3.5-5 mi.) flat village walk near Koggala Lake
Day 7
Start the day with a peaceful riverboat tour and a scenic walk through inland Galle’s villages, rice paddies and cinnamon gardens. After an authentic culinary experience, the afternoon is yours to explore the town or the hotel spa. Tonight, raise a glass to our final night in Sri Lanka
Activity:
6-8 km (3.5-5 mi.) flat walk beside old Dutch canals, rice paddies and cinnamon gardens
Day 8
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Featured stays
W15 Hanthana Estate
Location: Kandy, Sri Lanka
Water Garden Sigiriya
Location: Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Uga Ulagalla
Location: Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
Amangalla
Location: Galle, Sri Lanka
What's included
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
Thoughtfully selected local wines, beers, cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages with all meals.
Use of two lightweight, telescoping walking sticks and a backpack.
A reusable B&R water bottle.
Detailed GPS routes available via RideWithGPS.
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Internal flight from Uga Ulagalla to Galle.
Transportation from pick up to drop off.
Van support where trails permit.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Good to know
Getting home
Please avoid booking a morning flight from the Colombo Airport at the end of the trip as transfers to the airport require additional travel time.
Pre and Post trip
If you have extra time, consider extending your trip with a visit to Bali or the Maldives, both conveniently close by.
Passports
A digital passport scan is required at booking due to the included domestic flight.
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it's an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
Sri Lanka is the perfect package all wrapped up in one island.
Sri Lanka is the perfect package all wrapped up in one island: the charm of Galle, topography in the hilly tea country and religion in the cultural triangle. It is an incredible, approachable island, and the tea is great.
— Nathan Lane; Experience Designer, Sri Lanka