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Ride Sri Lanka: Discover the Ancient Kingdom 12 Day Tour

By Riding The Wind
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 27,846 per adult
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  • 12d
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Overview

At Riding The Wind, we don’t just run motorcycle tours — we craft immersive journeys for riders who want more than just a road. With small groups, carefully curated routes, and local insight, our trips deliver freedom, connection, and unforgettable adventure.

Activity location
  • Colombo Airport Transfers
    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Colombo Airport Transfers
    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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Ride Sri Lanka: Discover the Ancient Kingdom 12 Day Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 12 days12d
    12d
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00-18:00
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
RM 27,846.27 x 1 AdultRM 27,846.27
Total
Price is RM 27,846.27
Until Sat, 17 Jan

What's included, what's not

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    All motorcycle fuel included
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    Full comprehensive insurance cover for your motorcycle
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    Support van carrying luggage, drinking water, and essentials
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    Handpicked luxury hotel accommodation
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    Royal Enfield Bullet 350 or equivalent
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    Unlimited drinking water throughout the journey
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    Daily rides of 4–6 hours, led by an experienced pilot rider
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    All entry fees and on-tour activities, including a scenic safari experience
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    Complimentary airport transfers (arrival & departure)
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    International & Domestic Flights
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    Visa
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    Travel Insurance
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    Personal expenses (alcohol, snacks, guide tips)
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    Optional activities on rest days (e.g., surfing, paragliding)

Know before you book

  • 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

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Sri Lanka – Arrival
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Colombo Airport Transfers
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Day 2: Colombo - Sigiriya
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Day 3: Sigiriya - Wilpattu National Park
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Dambulla Cave Temple
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Anuradhapura Ancient City
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
We'll spend some time exploring the ancient city - filled with ancient ruins and stupas and a place that echos history in its walls.
Day 4: Wilpattu National Park - Trincomalee
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Wilpattu Safari Jeep
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Day 5: Trincomalee - Kandy
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Kandy
  • 5h
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.
Day 6: Rest Day in Kandy (Knuckles Mountain Loop Ride)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Knuckles Mountain Range
  • 8h
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.
Day 7: Kandy - Ella (via Nuwara Eliya)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Nuwara Eliya
  • 3h
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.
Day 8: Rest Day in Ella (Loop Ride: Diyaluma Falls, Lipton’s Seat)
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Nine Arches Bridge
  • 1h
We can visit the infamous bridge to get you a few picturesque travel shots
Lipton’s Seat
  • 1h
We can head up to Lipton’s Seat, a panoramic ridge where Sir Thomas Lipton once surveyed his empire.
Diyaluma Falls
  • 2h
If you enjoy waterfalls, you could head out to Diyaluma falls where you can swim at the top!
Day 9: Ella - Mirissa
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Mirissa
  • 1h
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.
Day 10: Mirissa - Hikkaduwa (via Galle Fort)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Galle Fort Clock Tower
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Day 11: Hikkaduwa - Colombo
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay at a 4* or 5* hotel/lodge
Colombo City Centre
  • 1h
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.
Day 12: Departure from Colombo
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Colombo Airport Transfers
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.

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    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
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    Colombo Airport Transfers
    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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