Discover Kerala & Sri Lanka: Islands & Ruins
From AUD $1836 Was AUD $2449
Small Group
Average
Rating
(20 reviews)
Discover Kerala & Sri Lanka: Islands & Ruins
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.
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. You and your fellow trip-mates will make your way down India’s southwest coast, watching sunsets in Kochi before laying out on whitesand beaches and dabbling in (or tumbling through) yoga in your free time. In Sri Lanka, 'gram some beautiful ruins, hike through tea plantations, tour a spice garden, and say hello to even more beachy days at Hikkaduwa. This 18-day journey lets you relax or run around as much as you see fit.
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.
Small Group
English
Kochi, India
Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
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!
Day 2: Kochi/Alleppey
Day 3: Alleppey/Kollam
Day 4: Kollam/Varkala
Note that Kollam Harbour is closed to visitors May through June.
Day 5: Varkala
Day 6: Varkala/Kochi
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.
Day 8: Negombo/Sigiriya
Day 9: Sigiriya
Day 10: Sigiriya/Digana
Day 11: Digana/Kandy
Day 12: Kandy/Nuwara Eliya
Day 13: Nuwara Eliya/Ella
Day 14: Ella
Day 15: Ella/Hikkaduwa
Day 16: Hikkaduwa
Day 17: Hikkaduwa
Day 18: Hikkaduwa
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- 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 willdo 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. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
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 21 Oct 2025
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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