Discover Kerala & Sri Lanka: Islands & Ruins
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Small Group
Average
Rating
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Discover Kerala & Sri Lanka: Islands & Ruins
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18 days
Small Group
Basic
Average
English
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore South India and Sri Lanka on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Get a taste of South India's diversity before making your way to Sri Lanka, a small island that packs a huge cultural punch.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project, Alleppey Your G for Good Moment: Breakfast at Sthree Craft Shop and Café, Kandy Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Local Living Moment: Alleppey Homestay, Alleppey Your Big Night Out Moment: Kochi Nightlife, Kochi Your Big Night Out Moment: Hikkaduwa Beach Bar, Hikkaduwa
- Guided Kerala boat tour and homestay
- Morning ferry cruise on Kollam's backwaters
- Neendakara Fishing Harbour visit
- Orientation walks in Kochi, and Kollam
- Internal flight
- Sri Lankan lunch at a local village
- Spice garden visit
- Tea plantation tour
- Little Adam's Peak Tour
- Galle Fort tour
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels/guest houses (16 nts), homestay (1 nt).
- 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, walking, tuk-tuk, ferry, local bus, train, airplane.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Highlights
- Stay with a local family in Alleppey for a real taste of the culture
- Check out the catch of the day at Kollam’s fishing docks
- Visit the G Adventures-supported Sthree Craft Shop and Café
- Learn about local plants uses at a Spice Garden
- Trek to Little Adam’s peak
Trip Details
18 days
Private vehicle, walking, tuk-tuk, ferry, local bus, train, airplane.
English
Kochi, India
Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Kochi
Get to know your fellow travellers in the seaside neighbourhood of Fort Kochi. Stroll along the tropical backwaters and capture a group photo in the stunning scenery. Pick the best looking spot and cheers to new adventures and friends!
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Hotel Gama Heritage
Day 2: Kochi/Alleppey
Meals included: Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Get to know the delightful city of Cochin through this guided walk. Walk through the fish market and the famous Chinese fishing net, believed to have been brought by traders from Kubla Khan's court in China.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Explore the area, known as the "Venice of the East," on foot with a local English-speaking guide and learn about the way of life here.Activity - Enjoy a stay with a local family in Alleppey and get a real taste of the culture and what life on the islands is like. Learn how to cook some delicious Kerala dishes and dig in and enjoy the meal after your lesson. Activity - Enjoy a traditional Kerala lunch prepared by women of the Planeterra Theruvarom Empowerment Project, which provides women from rural areas an alternative source of income by honing their hospitality and culinary skills. Learn about the local cuisine and socio-economic fabric of the region as you get to know the women. All while taking in live entertainment!Accommodation - Greenpalm Homes
Day 3: Alleppey/Kollam
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy a morning ferry ride through the backwaters, observing the unique ecosystem with blue-green stretches of water and coconut trees.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Accommodation - Hotel Sea Pearl
Day 4: Kollam/Varkala
Note that Kollam Harbour is closed to visitors May through June.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - See where all of the action happens in this busy port city and walk around Kollam's bustling fishing docks.Activity - Visit the largest wholesale fishing market and harbour on the Arabian Sea, dating back to the sixteenth century. Take in the sights and sound of a busy fish market at work, and check out the morning's fishing haul.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Nikhil Residence
Day 5: Varkala
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Lots of free time to explore the town, relax with an Ayurvedic massage, get treated by local healers, or visit the Varkala Temple.Accommodation - Nikhil Residence
Day 6: Varkala/Kochi
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.Free_time - Visit any sites skipped on the first visit to Kochi.Activity - Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.Accommodation - Hotel Gama Heritage
Day 7: Kochi/Negombo
Today, new travellers may join you for the rest of your adventure (yay! more friends). You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening followed by an optional dinner.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.Free_time - Spend the afternoon however you'd like in Negombo.Accommodation - Hotel J Negombo
Day 8: Negombo/Sigiriya
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Head out to discover the area.Accommodation - Lario Resort Sigiriya
Day 9: Sigiriya
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore.Accommodation - Lario Resort Sigiriya
Day 10: Sigiriya/Digana
Meals included: Lunch,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit a herbal centre where students of Ayurveda learn the traditional medicinal uses of various spices for massages and treatments. Enjoy demonstrations and learning about the different plants and their uses.Activity - Get a crash course in local life with a village walk through Digana. Learn about some of the essential local industries and meet with local families, going about their daily routines. Visit their humble abodes to learn about their way of life before enjoying a traditional herbal drink.Accommodation - Oruthota Chalets
Day 11: Digana/Kandy
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Explore Kandy with a full free day.Accommodation - Queens Hotel
Day 12: Kandy/Nuwara Eliya
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Make a pit stop at Sthree Craft Shop and Café to enjoy a local breakfast prepared by women and youth living with disabilities. Led by the Women's Development Centre, they provide livelihood opportunities through hospitality and handicraft training, empowering the surrounding community.Activity - The town of Nuwara Eliya produces the finest Orange Pekoe Ceylon tea, and is inhabited mainly by tea planters and plantation workers. Pay a visit to one of the factories to learn all about tea production.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Daffodil's Hotel
Day 13: Nuwara Eliya/Ella
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Enjoy a free afternoon to relax or explore.Accommodation - 88th Ella Hotel
Day 14: Ella
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get outside and explore scenic Ella.Activity - Enjoy a hike up Little Adam's peak to catch stunning views of the town below.Accommodation - 88th Ella Hotel
Day 15: Ella/Hikkaduwa
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit the Galle Fort, a 16th-century fort first built by the Portuguese, and later occupied by the Dutch. The ramparts are still standing even after being battered by Mother Nature, including the 2004 tsunami.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa
Day 16: Hikkaduwa
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Enjoy a free day to do as much or as little as you'd like.Activity - Follow your CEO to the best beach bar and cheers to all the life-changing adventures you've shared with new friends. Dance under the stars and perhaps take a night swim, who knows, see where the night takes you.Accommodation - Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa
Day 17: Hikkaduwa
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Don't waste a single second. Whether it's on the beach or throughout the town, get out and explore!Accommodation - Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa
Day 18: Hikkaduwa
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $2449
Duration: 18 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Now's the time to explore South India and Sri Lanka on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Get a taste of South India's diversity before making your way to Sri Lanka, a small island that packs a huge cultural punch.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 28 Jul 2026
Customer Reviews
12/12/2022
As a solo traveller it is a safe and easy way to travel and to also travel with like minded people
12/12/2022
I was able to see and experience a lot of different things that I would not have done if I traveled on my own. I also had a group of people that were very encouraging to enhance my travel experience
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/12/2022
As a solo traveller it is a safe and easy way to travel and to also travel with like minded people
12/12/2022
I was able to see and experience a lot of different things that I would not have done if I traveled on my own. I also had a group of people that were very encouraging to enhance my travel experience
11/28/2022
Well organized
11/07/2022
Insider tipps from the CEO, great service, always trying to exceed our expectations and surprise us.
12/08/2023
These tours are fun, everything is well organised, it's super easy to meet people, and the guides are incredible.
11/24/2023
Well organised
10/27/2023
Well organised and nice group
10/27/2023
I've never had a bad experience.
09/29/2023
I've had good experiences having been on several G Adventures tours already in the past.
09/29/2023
Great way to travel for single travellers with limited time to organize their own trip
09/29/2023
it's a fantastic way to see a country which i don't know the language for or the local culture well- it makes places more accessible, fun, and memorable as it's shared with so many people.
09/15/2023
I think these tours are great for young people who want to travel alone and get to meet new people as part of a group. The tours are well organised and the CEO?s are generally knowledgeable and helpful.
09/15/2023
You can get local advice from someone who knows the region. You can experience more of the country.
05/12/2023
it's a great way to see places and just get totally immersed. You meet people on the way and it's just a really good way to travel
04/14/2023
perfect trip, but prices of optional activities often very high and therefore should be known in advance for the whole tour if possible.
03/31/2023
Very easy process. Good deals on trips. Guaranteed to see key places. Takes the hassle out of planning and booking.
02/17/2023
Both my guides (Sama and Ash) where very welcoming and made my holiday stress free and lots of fun. They are the main reason for me to recommend G Adventures.
02/17/2023
Enjoyable way to travel if you want to make friends and not plan everything. But if you prefer to do things in your own time then i would recommend going solo. Depends on the friend?s preferred method of travel.
02/06/2023
I've done tours with G before, I have always been happy with it!
12/26/2022
Trips are well organised and the itineraries are varied and fun.
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