Ride Sri Lanka: Discover the Ancient Kingdom 12 Day Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome to Sri Lanka – Arrival
1 stop
1
Welcome to Sri Lanka! We’ll meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Colombo. After a chance to unwind, you’ll meet your fellow riders for a welcome dinner and tour briefing. If time permits, we’ll go for a short test ride to get comfortable with the bikes.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Colombo - Sigiriya
1 stop
2
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
We hit the road and escape the city, cruising through the countryside and rural backroads on our way to the cultural heart of Sri Lanka. After a well-earned lunch, we’ll climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress — a stunning mix of history, views, and adventure to kick off the trip.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Sigiriya - Wilpattu National Park
2 stops
3
Dambulla Cave Temple
Today is rich in cultural treasures. After breakfast, we ride to the Dambulla Cave Temples, then continue north to Anuradhapura — a sacred city filled with ancient stupas, ruins, and centuries of Buddhist history. After exploring, we head to our jungle lodge near Wilpattu National Park.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
Anuradhapura Ancient City
We'll spend some time exploring the ancient city - filled with ancient ruins and stupas and a place that echos history in its walls.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Wilpattu National Park - Trincomalee
1 stop
5
We rise early for a guided safari in Wilpattu National Park, included in your tour. Home to leopards, sloth bears, and elephants, it’s one of Sri Lanka’s most untamed wildlife areas. After breakfast, we ride northeast to Trincomalee — where white-sand beaches and chilled coastal vibes await.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Trincomalee - Kandy
1 stop
6
Kandy
From the east coast, we ride inland through forested backroads and quiet farmland as we head toward the central hills. It’s a long but scenic day in the saddle, ending in Kandy — Sri Lanka’s cultural capital. We’ll settle in by the lake and enjoy the cool evening air.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Rest Day in Kandy (Knuckles Mountain Loop Ride)
1 stop
7
Take a break from packing up and enjoy a relaxed day in Kandy. We’ll visit the Temple of the Tooth in the morning and spend the afternoon with a loop ride through the stunning Knuckles Mountain Range — a remote and winding route that’s made for motorcyclists and rich with local character.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Kandy - Ella (via Nuwara Eliya)
1 stop
8
Nuwara Eliya
Today’s ride takes us deep into the highlands. We’ll pass waterfalls, tea plantations, and misty valleys en route to Nuwara Eliya, a colonial-era hill station. After lunch and a possible tea factory stop, we continue south through winding mountain roads to arrive in the relaxed town of Ella.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Rest Day in Ella (Loop Ride: Diyaluma Falls, Lipton’s Seat)
3 stops
9
Nine Arches Bridge
We can visit the infamous bridge to get you a few picturesque travel shots
1 hour • Admission ticket free
10
Lipton’s Seat
We can head up to Lipton’s Seat, a panoramic ridge where Sir Thomas Lipton once surveyed his empire.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
11
Diyaluma Falls
If you enjoy waterfalls, you could head out to Diyaluma falls where you can swim at the top!
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Ella - Mirissa
1 stop
12
Mirissa
We ride down from the hills toward the tropical south, watching the landscape change with every kilometre. Expect rice fields, jungle roads, and roadside fruit stalls as we cruise toward the coast. By late afternoon, we roll into Mirissa, a sun-drenched beach town perfect for sunset beers, seafood grills, and well-earned relaxation. After the hill country, the sea breeze feels like magic.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Mirissa - Hikkaduwa (via Galle Fort)
1 stop
13
We follow the palm-lined coastal road through sleepy fishing villages and surf spots. A highlight today is Galle Fort — a UNESCO-listed colonial fortress where old streets meet ocean views. After exploring the fort, we continue on to Hikkaduwa, where you can snorkel, relax, or just enjoy your final night on the coast. The ride is mellow, scenic, and all about soaking up the southern charm.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 11
Hikkaduwa - Colombo
1 stop
14
Colombo City Centre
Our final ride takes us up the southwest coast on smooth, open roads. There’s time for a few last ocean views and maybe a coconut stop before we return to Colombo. Once back, we return the bikes, freshen up, and come together for a farewell dinner to toast the journey. It’s a chance to share stories, laughter, and maybe start planning the next adventure.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Departure from Colombo
1 stop
15
It’s time to say goodbye. We’ll arrange your airport transfer based on your flight time, and send you off with new friendships, unforgettable memories, and the unbeatable feeling that only comes from the open road.
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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