This two week cycling holiday in Sri Lanka offers a wonderful way to explore the island. It includes a loop inland to the lush hill country and then back down to the coast. The tour is fully supported, with vehicle transfers for you and your bike to each cycling destination. Each ride is typically about 40km long, with some longer routes. The itinerary also includes cycling-free days for relaxation and exploration on foot. Cycling is presented as a fun, low-impact way to experience Sri Lanka, with opportunities to meet locals, stop at roadside food stalls, and discover quieter spots. The tour visits ancient ruins, temples, national parks, and mountain retreats. It combines cycling with beach time and a scenic train ride. The holiday is a small group tour, ideal for solos and couples. It is designed to offer independent travel with the advantage of a group leader to manage the itinerary, accommodation, and tickets. The tour emphasizes finding unique experiences, local festivals, travelling markets, and secret viewpoints. Responsible travel is a key tenet, with efforts to maximize benefits to local people and places and minimize negative impacts. This includes avoiding establishments that condone elephant riding, visiting an elephant transit home, and exploring wildlife in national parks. The tour minimizes plastic use by refilling water bottles from a support vehicle's water drum and encourages water conservation at accommodations. The company uses local Sri Lankan suppliers and guides, and local forms of transport where possible, including a train journey. A portion of the trip cost is donated to Bicycles for Humanity. The tour emphasizes mixing with locals and experiencing 'real life' through staying in locally-owned hotels/guesthouses, visiting small cafes and restaurants, and buying local crafts and produce. All on-the-ground operations are by local Sri Lankans, including guides, drivers, and accommodation providers. Cycling leaders receive formal training. Shopping opportunities are presented as authentic experiences showcasing Sri Lanka's culture and crafts. The tour supports culturally important sites like Anuradhapura and Kandy's Temple of the Tooth. It avoids visiting beaches where stilt fishermen pose solely for photos.
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