Cycling Adventures in Sri Lanka

Cycling holidays allow you to reach places and see sights that ordinarily would be out of reach. When you jump on a bike, there is virtually nowhere out of reach. You can make it deep into the countryside to discover unique rural experiences, you can navigate the narrow tracks or alleyways that big tour buses can’t, and you can achieve the childish sense of joy that comes from discovering new sights at every bend as the wind rushes through your hair.

In Sri Lanka, a cycling holiday isn’t just about white-sand beaches down by Galle (even if there are plenty about), it’s about getting right off the beaten track and discovering small villages in the Central Province, about stumbling upon rural communities, rushing waterfalls and jungle lagoons.

There are few feelings as rewarding as getting back from a long day out in the Sri Lankan countryside, enjoying the sweeping country roads and the beautiful hillsides and stopping for unique, offbeat experiences, before sitting back in a vibrant local bar with an ice-cold beer as the sun goes down.

A cycling holiday in Sri Lanka with Not In The Guidebooks takes you directly to these authentic experiences thanks to your local guide. All our guides and hosts are passionate about showing off the best, non-touristy parts of their home, they want to show you the best trails and the best roads to cycle on, and the unique, local things to do at the end of them.

Forget planning routes and worrying that you’re missing out on the best sights and things to do, you can simply relax as you freewheel through the stunning scenery.

Where to experience cycling holidays in Sri Lanka

Head for the stunning, lush green hills of the Central Province for a cycling holiday you will never forget. Winding country roads twist and climb their way through the dramatic valleys and picturesque tea plantations, trains glide over peeling colonial bridges and rivers cascade from boulder-strewn peaks to steaming jungle.

Amongst all this natural beauty, you can find authentic villages that don’t receive many tourists, and are therefore undiluted by mass tourism. These offer you the chance to experience a bit of true Sri Lankan culture, before setting off once again into the stunning scenery.

Wherever you go for a cycling holiday in Sri Lanka, you can be sure that you’ll create memories of unique experiences that last a lifetime.

Who are our Sri Lankan cycling holiday guests?

People who haven’t ridden a bike since they were 12, those looking for offbeat trails and long days in the saddle, or those just looking to experience a place in a more unique way, everyone is welcome on our cycling holidays in Italy.

Your guides will be experts in judging the length and difficulty of each ride, and make sure that they take you to the very best places along safe routes, so that you can simply relax and drink in the scenery, and enjoy the sensation of sweeping through the Sri Lankan countryside.

All you need to bring is energy, a sense of curiosity and a thirst to discover something new. Sound like you?

Why choose Not In The Guidebooks?

We’re passionate about helping people find the most amazing experiences on their travels, through meeting local people, exploring new places, and discovering alternative activities that make holidays special. We do this by carefully selecting partners in countries around the world who are experts in their local area, sourcing interesting people who can guide you through immersive experiences.

We’ve got local partners all across Sri Lanka, from the rolling hills of Central Province, all the way to the pristine beaches and colonial poise of Galle. Choosing a Not In The Guide Books holiday in Sri Lanka means you don’t have to choose between a beach holiday or an activity-filled break, you can get the best of both worlds with a unique trip.