PROGRAMME
: Explore Sri Lanka Cycling Excursions (SLTO)
DURATION : Half a Day
PERIOD : Valid till end of December 2013
Colombo, the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, is truly a unique city as it is
home to the highest concentration of the country’s varied mixture of cultures
and communities. With ancient Arab traders, the Portuguese, the Dutch and the
British landing on the shores of Ceylon, it is not surprising to observe a
wealth of these influences being very evident even in modern day Colombo.
Cycling around Colombo is the alternative way to seeing this incrediblecity with
all it’s quirks. Different to being cocooned in a windowed vehicle, Eco Team
offer you the chance to explore Colombo and view the city in a very different
light to the majority of visitors. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of this
vibrant city with an experienced Guide who will share with you the insider’s
knowledge…and many things you won’t read in any guide book!
MEETING / FINISHING POINT
Galle Face Hotel, Cinnamon Grand Hotel
Throughout this Cycling Tour there are many places of interest that you will
see as you pedal your way through the sights and sounds of Colombo. This Tour
will give visitors a glimpse at the blend of varying influences which make
Colombo the vibrant and unique city that it has become today. The highlights of
the Tour include the following locations;
Railway Museum – Technical Junction
Old Law Court - Hulftsdorf
Kathiresan Kovil – Sea Street
Jami –Alfar Mosque - 2nd Cross Street
Dutch Period Museum – prince Street
Main Railwat Station /Manning Market – Olcot Mawatha
The Courtyard (Former Dutch Hospital Building)
Old Parliament /Galle Face Green
Gangaramaya Temple – Colombo 02
The Colombo Museum – Colombo 07
Borella Cemetery – Baseline Road
Rates in US$ depending on number of people all prices per person
No of people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 or more |
Priceper person in US$ | 78 | 58 | 52 | 45 | 42 | 42 | 39 |
OUR RATE INCLUDES
The services of an experienced cycling guide
High quality, well maintained mountain bikes
Safety helmets
Bottled drinking water during the cycle tour (limited)
Map and Listings as above, of places of interest
***Please note that we have not included site visit fees ( Entrance and tips)
for the given price.
Get in to a bike is the best way to explore the heritage of Galle. The living heritage of the Galle fort, the Bonavista Japanese Temple, Roomassala and the Lady Hill (the highest point in Galle could be observed in this cycle our. A visit to a low country tea plantation and to a tea factory will add more colors to your trip where you will be able to taste a cup of Pure Sri Lankan Tea. If the time permits you would be able to witness the stilt fishermen in Koggala where one of the traditional methods of Catching fish in Sri Lanka.
Rates
Rates in US$ depending on number of people all prices per person
No of people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 or more |
Priceper person in US$ | 85 | 58 | 52 | 42 | 38 | 38 | 35 |
Rate include,
Cost of hiring mountain bikes in prime condition.
Cycle guide
Water and snacks
Government taxes
From River Gadren Resort travel 5km to Kinchigune village which borders the
Samanalawewa reservoir. From Kinchigune, travel passing the Samanalawewa
reservoir dam, to Pambahinna where you turn off and proceed to Kalthota (9km).
From Kalthota, travel 26km on a hilly road uphill to Balangoda where you will
meet the main road leading to Belihuloya.
Total cycling distance approximately 40km from Belihuloya to Kalthota and from
there upto Balangoda [4 ½ Hours - Hard to Moderate Cycling Route ]
You have the option of traveling the remaining 16km from Balangoda to Belihuloya
by cycle or by your vehicle.
Rates in US$ depending on number of people all prices per person
No of people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 or more |
Price per person in US$ | 160 | 92 | 74 | 62 | 57 | 55 | 45 |
Rate include,
Cost of hiring mountain bikes in prime condition.
Cycle guide
Backup vehicle
Water and snacks
Government taxes
Polonnaruwa is one of Sri Lanka 's ancient capital cities (and part of the
famous 'Cultural Triangle'). Although King Vijayabahu 1 was the first to claim
the city as his capital, it was King Parakramabahu who made it what it is today,
with its massive buildings, ornate parks and the 'pièce de resistance' - a 2500
hectare tank called 'Parakrama Samudra' (' Sea of Parakrama ').
The city itself is divided into new and old town with the impressively preserved
ruins split into five main areas, including 'The Quadrangle' (a.k.a. 'Terrace of
the Tooth Relic'), the Northern City group and the Rest House group (with the
royal palace ruins of 'Nissanka Malla').
Rates in US$ depending on number of people all prices per person
No of people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 or more |
Priceper person in US$ | 78 | 58 | 52 | 45 | 42 | 42 | 39 |
Rate include,
Cost of hiring mountain bikes in prime condition.
Cycle guide
Water and snacks
Government taxes
We start the Cycle Trail from Moragaswewa. You will cycle through few
kilometers on the tarmac roads and gravel road. You will experience some
Elephant with some tourist on them. Carrying your cycle through the water
streams will be another different experience you may get during this trail.
At the entrance of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, we will finish our Cycle Trail.
Rates in US$ depending on number of people all prices per person
No of people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 or more |
Price per person in US$ | 160 | 92 | 74 | 62 | 57 | 55 | 50 |
Rate include,
Cost of hiring mountain bikes in prime condition.
Cycle guide
Water and snacks
Government taxes
Magnificent view of Kandy and the daunting Knuckles Mountains. The ride
follows a trail leading to the estates, where scores of brightly dressed tea
pickers pluck the top leaves of the green bush.
An optional 9km-road ascent takes us to the Pitawella rock pools and waterfall,
the perfect place for a natural shower
We continue along the tea trails, where once again the group can be divided as
there are both off-road and road options. Both routes end at the estate’s tea
factory where we can stop and sample the refreshing local brew and tour the
factory.
Rates in US$ depending on number of people all prices per person
No of people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 or more |
Price per person in US$ | 190 | 108 | 90 | 81 | 71 | 68 | 60 |
Rate include,
Cost of hiring mountain bikes in prime condition.
Cycle guide
Water and snacks
Government taxes
Rate not include,
Transportation to the cycling starting point and return transfer
Meals other than water and snacks
Any other expenses which is not mentioned under ‘Rate include’
Essential information:
Clients should bring suitable clothing for warm, windy and rainy conditions.
Items such as insect repellent and sun lotion are recommended.
Light clothes & biking shoes or boots are recommended.
Water Bottles & refreshments should be carried by clients at all the times.
Tour Logistics
This could be arranged at any day. The reservation should be done 3 days prior
to the starting date/time.
PAYMENT POLICY:
Full payment with the confirmation
CANCELLATION POLICY:
90 Days or more - 200 US $ Administrative fee
60 to 89 Days - 15 % of the tour cost will be charged
30 to 59 Days - 25 % of the tour cost will be charged
14 Days to 29 Days - 50 % of the tour cost will be charged.
8 Days to 13 Days - 75 % of the tour cost will be charged.
Less than 7 days no refund.
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