Kochchikade Trip Overview
Experience the very best of travelling Sri Lanka in just under 2 weeks. This 12 Day backpacking adventure really does capture everything Sri Lanka has to offer. Think safari’s with wild elephants, lush green tea plantations, golden sandy beaches and super friendly locals. This 2 week trip covers all of your Sri Lanka bucket list spots with local village experiences, temples, surfing, the famous train to Ella and much much more!
Additional Info
Duration: 12 days
Starts: Kochchikade, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kochchikade, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Experience the very best of travelling Sri Lanka in just under 2 weeks. This 12 Day backpacking adventure really does capture everything Sri Lanka has to offer. Think safari’s with wild elephants, lush green tea plantations, golden sandy beaches and super friendly locals. This 2 week trip covers all of your Sri Lanka bucket list spots with local village experiences, temples, surfing, the famous train to Ella and much much more!
Itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVE & LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN!
Stop At: Negombo Beach, Negombo Sri Lanka
Today is the beginning of your big adventure in Sri Lanka. We will pick you up from the airport, get you checked-in, then introduce you to anyone else who has already arrived. Why not take a wander down the beach or grab a nap before we head out for dinner & drinks in the evening!
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 2: GOLDEN CAVE TEMPLE & DAMBULLA RETREAT
Stop At: Dambulla Cave Temple, Jaffna Hwy, Habarana 50150 Sri Lanka
Time to hit the road and make our way to Dambulla, home to the famous golden cave temple, filled with ancient Buddhist statues & rock carvings made by the monks thousands of years ago. Then we make our way to our Mango Orchid Retreat before a fun relaxed game of cricket for sunset with the locals.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 3: IT DOESN’T GET MUCH MORE LOCAL THAN THIS!
Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
We start the day making our way to the most incredible views of the Lion Rock Fortress, Sigiriya. We then cruise fur- ther into the countryside for an authentic Sri Lankan village experience. We finish the day with a secret local evening experience that we don’t plan to share with anyone other than you guys!
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 4: LET’S HEAD TO KANDY & GRAB A TUK TUK
Stop At: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Wake up, say goodbye to our Dambulla Retreat and lets head to Kandy. We stop for lunch in one of our favourite spots before uncovering the stunning city by Tuk Tuk, stopping at iconic places including the Temple of the Tooth. Enjoy some time to relax before we head out for dinner & drinks in the evening!
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 5: TEA GARDENS, WATERFALLS & AN EPIC TRAIN RIDE
Stop At: Ramboda Waterfall, Pussellawa Sri Lanka
Let’s hit the road and make our way up through the mountains surrounded by endless tea gardens, stopping at the breathtaking Ramboda Falls before learning to pick and make our very own tea. After lunch we make our way to Ella by train, taking in the incredible views and sharing the experience with fellow travellers and locals. Once we arrive we will get checked in and head into town for a night out in Ella!
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 6: EXPLORE ELLA & LITTLE ADAMS PEAK
Stop At: Little Adam’s Peak, Passara Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Today we will explore the spectacular green hill town of Ella. After a chilled morning relaxing and shopping in the beautiful town, we’ll hike to the top of Little Adam’s Peak to then take in the 360 panoramic views from the top that never fail to impress.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 7: NINE ARCHES BRIDGE & UDAWALAWE NATIONAL PARK
Stop At: Nine Arches Bridge, Ella Sri Lanka
Hidden amongst the blooming forest and tealeaves is the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, an amazing piece of British archi- tecture. We will take a walk along the famous bridge before leaving Ella and making our way to the Udawalawe where we spend the night in glamping style bungalows in the National Park.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 8: OPEN JEEP SAFARI & LET’S HEAD TO THE BEACH!
Stop At: Udawalawe National Park Sri Lanka
At the top of everyone’s Bucket list is to observe some of this planets most incredible animals. We will take you on an open jeep Safari through the Udawalawe National Park, home to hundreds of free roaming elephants. On our amazing wildlife safari, not only will we be looking out for wild elephants; but crocodiles, monkeys, water buffaloes and many more animals wandering the park. Today we will finish up on the golden beaches of Mirissa, where we will kick back and relax before heading out for a beach party!
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 9: LEARN TO SURF LIKE A LOCAL IN WELIGAMA
Stop At: Weligama, Weligama, Matara, Southern Province
Spend the morning chilling and soaking up the sun on Mirissa beach before we take a short trip along the coast to Weligama for our surf lesson. Whether it’s your first time or not, our super cool local friends will have you riding on the Sri Lankan waves in no time. Today is a perfect day to chill and go for a wander!
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 10: ARRIVE IN UNAWATUNA & SUNSET TURTLE SPOTTING
Stop At: Unawatuna, Unawatuna, Galle District, Southern Province
Today we head further down the coast to Unawatuna.. a great place to really enjoy some freedom and explore the local area. Grab a tuk tuk to find some surf, visit the peace pagoda or relax on the beach and top up that tan…it’s completely upto you! In the afternoon we will head to Dalawella Beach to go for a swim.. more often then not you can spot giant sea turtles in the shallow waters! If that’s not for you then why not jump on the famous sunset swing for an Instagram shot!
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 11: EXPLORE GALLE, SUNSET DINNER & DRINKS!
Stop At: Galle, Galle, Galle District, Southern Province
After a chilled relaxing morning we head to the beautiful city of Galle. Often found online for its incredible beauty, Galle is a perfect place to go for an explore and pick up those last minute souveniors! Spend the afternoon wandering through the Dutch fortress before we meet up at the lighthouse and play a little cricket with the locals…don’t worry its nothing serious more of a bit of fun with a few beers. There is no better way to finish off an epic trip then sunset dinner & drinks!
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double Share Room (Wifi & Air Conditioning Included)
Day 12: CHECKOUT & ONWARD TRAVEL
Stop At: Unawatuna, Unawatuna, Galle District, Southern Province
Today is checkout day and the end of your amazing trip in Sri Lanka. We’ll help you sort out your onward travel, giving you ideas on where to go next on your travels with your new mates or simply helping you get back to the airport for your flight home.
*Free Transfer from Unawatuna 9:30am to Negombo via airportbefore you fly to your next destination/home.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
