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Discover Kerala & Sri Lanka: Islands & Ruins
Discover Kerala & Sri Lanka: Islands & Ruins
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
Accommodation
Simple hotels/guest houses (16 nts), homestay (1 nt).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Group Size Notes
Max 18, avg 15
Meals Included
3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
What’s Included
Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Theruvarom Women Empowerment Project, Alleppey
Your G for Good Moment: Breakfast at Sthree Craft Shop and Café, Kandy
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Local Living Moment: Alleppey Homestay, Alleppey
Your Big Night Out Moment: Kochi Nightlife, Kochi
Your Big Night Out Moment: Hikkaduwa Beach Bar, Hikkaduwa. Guided Kerala boat tour and homestay. Morning ferry cruise on Kollam’s backwaters. Neendakara Fishing Harbour visit. Orientation walks in Kochi, and Kollam. Internal flights. Sri Lankan lunch at a local village. Spice garden visit. Tea plantation tour. Little Adam’s Peak Tour. Galle Fort tour. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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Kochi (formerly Cochin), is a port city on the southwest coast of India and is a frequent stop for cruise ships. Known as the "Gateway to Kerala," Kochi's beaches, delectable seafood, expansive malls, historical sites, and museums make it a popular tourist destination. |
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Kochi (formerly Cochin), is a port city on the southwest coast of India and is a frequent stop for cruise ships. Known as the "Gateway to Kerala," Kochi's beaches, delectable seafood, expansive malls, historical sites, and museums make it a popular tourist destination. |
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Kochi (formerly Cochin), is a port city on the southwest coast of India and is a frequent stop for cruise ships. Known as the "Gateway to Kerala," Kochi's beaches, delectable seafood, expansive malls, historical sites, and museums make it a popular tourist destination. |
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Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka’s hill country, Kandy is a city steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty. As the last capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka, Kandy holds a unique charm that blends its colonial past with a rich, vibrant heritage. The city’s crown jewel is the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage site that houses a relic believed to be the tooth of the Buddha. Every August, the city comes alive with the Esala Perahera, a grand procession featuring traditional dancers, fire-breathers, drummers, and colorfully adorned elephants, all celebrating this sacred relic. Kandy's serene and picturesque surroundings offer a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle. A leisurely stroll around Kandy Lake, built in 1807 by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe, is a must for visitors, providing stunning views of the hills and the iconic Temple of the Tooth Relic. For a deeper immersion into Sri Lanka's natural beauty, the nearby Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya showcase an impressive collection of more than 4,000 species of flora, including a renowned orchid house and a giant Javan fig tree. This lush oasis was once reserved exclusively for Kandyan royalty, making it an ideal spot to unwind amidst history and nature. Kandy is also a cultural hub where visitors can experience authentic Sri Lankan traditions. The city is famous for its vibrant Kandyan dance performances, which depict ancient tales through powerful drumming, elegant costumes, and dynamic movements. Local markets, like the Kandy Central Market, provide a glimpse into everyday life, where the aroma of spices, fresh produce, and handcrafted souvenirs fills the air. Here, you can shop for Ceylon tea, a world-renowned product from the surrounding tea plantations that blanket the hills in verdant green. Fun fact: The city of Kandy has played a pivotal role in the preservation of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, especially after the arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th century. The city's location in the highlands provided a natural defense that helped protect its sacred relics and cultural treasures during times of invasion and conflict. |
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07/29/25 - 08/12/25 |
Starting At $1,799 |
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08/26/25 - 09/12/25 |
Starting At $1,493 |
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09/09/25 - 09/26/25 |
Starting At $1,518 |
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09/16/25 - 10/28/25 |
Starting At $1,829 |
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11/04/25 - 11/25/25 |
Starting At $1,979 |
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12/02/25 - 01/27/26 |
Starting At $2,129 |
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02/03/26 - 02/24/26 |
Starting At $1,979 |
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03/01/26 - 10/27/26 |
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11/03/26 - 11/24/26 |
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12/01/26 - 12/29/26 |
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01/03/27 - 01/12/27 |
Starting At $1,829 |
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Local Flights
Please be advised that any flights noted on the G Adventures Itinerary for this tour are included in the tour services provided. Flight tickets are provided by G Adventures during the tour. The date for this service will match the day of the itinerary, for which Day 1 is equal to the start date noted on the Invoice under Land Services: Tour. If flight information is required in advance for visa purposes, please contact G Adventures.
Please Note: Only 1 piece of luggage that weighs up to 15kgs will be permitted on our internal flights in India. For any extra weight the airline may charge an additional fee at the time of check-in.
Dossier Disclaimer
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
