Simply Sri Lanka

















From AUD $975
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)

Simply Sri Lanka
8 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Sri Lanka is jam-packed with ancient sites, fascinating cultures, beautiful wilderness and idyllic beaches and this eight-day experience will introduce you to the most memorable.
Sri Lanka is jam-packed with ancient sites, fascinating cultures, beautiful wilderness and idyllic beaches and this eight-day experience will introduce you to the most memorable. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy, climb Lion Rock at Sigiriya, and explore the monkey-filled mangrove forests of Unawatuna. We’ve sorted the nitty gritty so you can focus on soaking up Sri Lanka at your own pace, with plenty of optional activities and the guidance of your local leader to help you out when you’re not sure where to start. Are you an independent traveller who wants to explore Sri Lanka with like-minded people and a local? This is your trip.
Highlights
- Check out the awe-inspiring Sigiriya (Lion Rock), a 200-metre-high ancient rock fortress that lies smack-bang in the middle of evergreen jungle.
- Wander through the golden-roofed Temple of the Sacred Tooth in Kandy, which houses one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist relics – a tooth of the Buddha.
- Get to know the gorgeous beach of Unawatuna, where you can either get active in the surrounding jungle or chill with a cocktail while lying under a palm tree.
- This tour has the option of a 4WD safari through a park known for its wild elephant population. Seeing these big beauties in the flesh is unforgettable.
- With these experiences you get local knowledge, decades of on-the-ground operational experience and the freedom and independence to explore at your own pace.
Trip Details
8 days
Private vehicle
Small Group
English
Negombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Basic
Explorer
Light
Itinerary
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Optional Activities:
- Dambulla - Cave temples (entrance) (7 USD)
- Minneriya National Park (entrance) (30 USD)
- Minneriya National Park - Jeep hire (minimum 6 pax) (40 USD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Kandy - Temple of the Tooth
- Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress Visit
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Kandy - Hela Bojun social enterprise lunch
Optional Activities:
- Kandy - Cultural Dance Performance (7 USD)
- Kandy - Botanical Gardens (10 USD)
- Kandy - Cooking Class in a Sinhalese Home (12 USD)
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Optional Activities:
- Galle - Dutch Fort - Free
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Galle - Galle Fort Walking tour
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Colombo - Guided market visit
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
- 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.
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Sri Lanka is jam-packed with ancient sites, fascinating cultures, beautiful wilderness and idyllic beaches and this eight-day experience will introduce you to the most memorable.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 20 Jun 2026
Customer Reviews
04/01/2024
If you’re short on time but want to experience the amazing culture of Sri Lanka then this is the ideal tour. Amazing food, sights and people. Can’t wait to come back!
03/30/2024
This is a superb snapshot of Sri Lanka - such a variety of things packed into a short space of time.
Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
04/01/2024
If you’re short on time but want to experience the amazing culture of Sri Lanka then this is the ideal tour. Amazing food, sights and people. Can’t wait to come back!
03/30/2024
This is a superb snapshot of Sri Lanka - such a variety of things packed into a short space of time.
04/01/2024
Fantastic tour if limited time in Sri Lanka. Chance to see so many highlights without it feeling too frantic. Our leader, Sam, was knowledgeable, an engaging teacher and a positive, high-energy guide. Note most activities were necessary to stay with the group for the day. Also, hotels were very basic (as advertised).
04/01/2024
Another excellent tour from intrepid! Simply Sri Lanka excellent tour if on a budget or you haven’t got much time. Learned so much about the country and culture. If you not been to Sri Lanka you need to visit it, it’s beautiful :)
04/02/2024
Amazing trip to Sri Lanka! Great tour guide who was always helpful and kind, couldn’t have asked for more.
04/12/2024
A jam packed Intrepid tour was the perfect introduction to my first group tour. a great group of people who I now call friends. A wonderful and very personable leader in Chathu and a fantastic destination in Sri Lanka. Snorkelling, hiking Lion Rock, elephant safari, yoga, turtle conservation visit, beautiful beaches, wonderful meals and accommodation. I would highly recommend everyone do this for their first visit to Sri Lanka. I will be back.
03/21/2024
This was my first Intrepid trip, I went on my own and was a bit nervous as to whether I would get along with everyone as I'm not very extroverted however I didn't need to worry. The group got along and took me under their wing, and our tour guide Chathu was very approachable and knowledgeable. And Sri Lanka was just beautiful and vibrant. Highly recommend!
03/04/2024
This was my first solo travel trip and my first with Intrepid. It was such a great way to explore the country and had a good range of activities including wildlife, cultural sites, and some walking/hiking. It was also great meeting everyone in the group from all over the world, and our group leader Prageeth was very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
03/03/2024
Simply Sri Lanka gives a good introduction to a fascinating country. The key centres are visited with the coast, historic and nature aspects all included. The Guide's knowledge and organisational skills added to this short visit, which I think will bring many back for a longer stay.
02/14/2024
I would highly recommend using intrepid! The tour was planned out so well and the staff couldn’t have been nicer! I would highly recommend for both solo or group travellers.
02/11/2024
Excellent trip with enjoyable trips, weather, food, people, Hotels and mostly group leader. However, unlike previous Intrepid trip, some additional activities were expensive which we had to pay for
02/14/2024
I highly recommend this package! It was an amazing way to experience Sri Lanka and create friends along the way, no matter the age difference!
02/11/2024
Excellent introduction to the beautiful island of Sri Lanka for those with a limited time frame. This trip covers some highlights of the coast as well as the interior and gives you a flavour of the country without feeling rushed. Friendly guides, beautiful scenery and delicious food, don't hesitate just book it, you won't regret it!
02/13/2024
Nilanga! He was the best tour guide ever. I wish I could have done another week with him.
01/21/2024
This was my first tour ever. It was such a great entry level trip to Sri Lanka. My guide was the biggest highlight for me and was so accomodating to everyone. I met some amazing people in my group and I can’t wait to go on another Intrepid trip.
01/27/2024
This trip was truly a life changing experience. I was able to connect with the people and our guide Hashan in a way that I hadn't imagined, the itinerary was enough to cover the basics and make me want to discover more. We've lived a true local experience and laughed so much, I can't wait to book another Intrepid tour!
01/23/2024
Where to begin!? We were lucky to have such a sumptuous group of people that I'm beyond grateful to be a part of. Hashan was extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of Sri Lankan history and his cheeky grin was enjoyed by the whole group. I was truly mesmerised by the gemstone tour, particularly the introduction video which highlighted the blue topaz, green topaz, purple topaz, orange topaz, red topaz and white topaz. The wildlife was pretty special too with one of the tour members lucky enough to get an up close and personal experience with a bat in one of our accommodation stays. The breakfast sausages were also a mainstay in my culinary experience as was the very authentic street food tour and the overall service at most venues was exemplary. Overall, a great trip and one that I would recommend xoxo
01/07/2024
My first Intrepid tour. Exceptional tour guide, and support throughout. Highly recommend!
12/03/2023
What an amazing tour of a wonderful country. The sights, people and activities are out of this world and a trip I will cherish forever. Cham was an incredible leader and friend… book this trip!
10/19/2023
Amazing trip with everything you need to see in a short time with expert guides

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