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Motorcycle trip Sri Lanka

On the Roads of Ceylon

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12 D
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Intermediate
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Half-Board
Vintage Rides → Destinations → Asia → Sri Lanka → On the Roads of Ceylon
Alex
Your motorcycle expert
Alex
In 2006, after travelling 20,000 km by motorbike in India, Alex founded Vintage Rides. Since then, he has been developing our concept in more than 20 countries.
On the agenda
Explore this lost paradise in the heart of the Indian Ocean on an unforgettable Sri Lanka motorcycle tour. Embark on an adventure on winding roads between rice paddies, tea plantations, and wild beaches. Traverse authentic villages, meet a warm population, and immerse yourself in Sri Lankan culture.
On the Roads of Ceylon

Motorcycle Trip to Sri Lanka

12 stages - 845 miles
Arrival in Negombo
1/12 • Arrival in Negombo
Welcome to Sri Lanka! You are greeted at the airport and reach Negombo by private vehicle. Check-in at the hotel. Sri Lanka's 'Little Rome' has many surprises in store for you with its multitude of churches and oruwas. This first stage marks the beginning of your motorbike tour in Asia!
Negombo - Kalpitiya
2/12 • Negombo - Kalpitiya
You start your motorcycle trip in Sri Lanka with a series of small roads that run along the ocean and pass through fishing villages, with some off-road sections. Tropical landscapes unfold to the rhythm of coconut plantations.
81 miles
Kalpitiya - Sigiriya
3/12 • Kalpitiya - Sigiriya
We enter a plain dotted with jungles, rice paddies, coconut groves, mango trees, all enhanced by numerous reservoirs. A detour via the ancient ephemeral capital of Yapahuwa dating from the 13th century.
130 miles
Sigiriya - Sigiriya
4/12 • Sigiriya - Sigiriya
Today, at sunrise, we climb the famous Lion Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then, a superb ride along small country roads and paths bordering irrigation canals takes us to the Buddhist caves of Dambulla.
50 miles
Sigiriya - Trincomalee
5/12 • Sigiriya - Trincomalee
This morning, we head northeast. Twenty miles of charming small road, forest track, and then a magnificent ribbon of asphalt that runs straight to the coast. By midday, we reach the great bay of Trincomalee, a splendid natural harbor coveted by maritime powers of centuries past.
78 miles
Trincomalee - Maduru Oya
6/12 • Trincomalee - Maduru Oya
We ride due south through the endless eastern plains, dotted with pristine expanses, gigantic lakes, and protected natural parks. This entire part of the island is sparsely visited, and our day's stage takes us towards Maduru Oya National Park.
130 miles
Maduru Oya - Knuckles
7/12 • Maduru Oya - Knuckles
We ride due West with the impressive, very wild Knuckles mountain range in sight. Then a smooth and well-designed road takes us up into the coolness of the high-altitude tropical forests, above 3281 feet. Finally, the first tea plantations and rural villages conclude this beautiful stage!
65 miles
Knuckles - Nuwara Eliya
8/12 • Knuckles - Nuwara Eliya
We continue our discovery of the island by delving into its heart and the high plateau region overlooked by the country's highest peaks. We climb up to nearly 6562 feet. The roads wind through numerous tea plantations, true Land Art!
75 miles
Nuwara Eliya - Ella
9/12 • Nuwara Eliya - Ella
We are in the heart of Sri Lanka's tea "factory." We follow a deliberately winding route to see as much as possible of this unique region. We also cross the country's milk plateau, where you might almost feel like you've arrived in New Zealand.
59 miles
Ella - Udawalawe
10/12 • Ella - Udawalawe
Early morning departure for the last mountain miles. Stop at Diyaluma Falls, the country's third-highest waterfall. In the plain, we admire the large carved Buddhas of Buduru Wagala, before continuing to Udawalawe National Park for an elephant safari at the end of the day.
99 miles
Udawalawe - Galle
11/12 • Udawalawe - Galle
For this last stage, we head towards the highly sought-after South coast via a cocktail of small winding roads through the lush tropical countryside. We speed towards Galle, the old fortified Dutch city. After having walked the ramparts and battlements of the old Dutch fort, take the time to stroll through the narrow streets and numerous quality shops.
78 miles
Galle - Negombo
12/12 • Galle - Negombo
This is the end of your motorcycle road trip in Sri Lanka! Today, you return by private vehicle to Colombo. Transfer to Negombo airport by private vehicle depending on your flight schedule (allow 3 hours of driving).
Price
From $4090,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle and spare parts.

  • Fuel, parking, any tolls.

  • Third-party motorcycle insurance.

  • Mandatory insurance: insurance covering medical expenses on site. Repatriation assistance, which covers you in case of 2-wheel accidents (large displacement).

  • Legal insurance and cancellation insurance highly recommended.

  • The international driving permit.

Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Currently valid passport for the Motorcycle Trip
Valid Visa, if required
This ride includes stages far from first aid. Primary assistance to reach the nearest medical center is mainly provided by our support vehicle, as means such as helicopters or ambulances are very rare. Limited telephone networks can make contact with emergency services difficult. As with any adventure itinerary, the difficulty of the route depends on weather conditions, both during and before the trip.
Reviews on this trip
4.4/5 · 37 review
Trip partly spoiled by the state…

The trip was partly spoiled by the disastrous condition of the bike, and we’d better...

Christian
18 Apr. 2025

On the Roads of Ceylon
Thanks to the team for their responsiveness…

Thanks to the team for their responsiveness and flawless organization of this trip. A true...

Yves
18 Apr. 2025

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Françoise
23 Mar. 2025

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This is my fourth trip with…

This is my fourth trip with vintage, unfortunately this time I had a fall on...

Jean-Claude
22 Mar. 2025

On the Roads of Ceylon
Wonderful trip to Sri Lanka with…

Wonderful trip to Sri Lanka with a great guide and a great driver/mechanic team. This...

Raphael
06 Mar. 2025

On the Roads of Ceylon
An exceptional motorcycle adventure, a…

An exceptional motorcycle adventure, impeccable organization and a friendly team! Thank you Vintage Rides for...

Juliette
05 Mar. 2025

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My husband and friends…

My husband and friends embarked me on this adventure, which turned out to be magnificent....

Karine
04 Mar. 2025

On the Roads of Ceylon
A wonderful journey that will leave us…

A wonderful trip that will leave us with many beautiful memories and new encounters (guides,...

Eric
27 Feb. 2025

On the Roads of Ceylon
It was a beautiful 2nd…

It was a very nice 2nd trip with Vintage Rides with the same group. The...

Thierry
27 Feb. 2025

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This trip was a great…

This trip was a wonderful discovery. We all knew each other in the group, and...

Claudine
27 Feb. 2025

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From
$4090 / Rider
$3390 / pillion
From 10 Dec. 2026 to 21 Dec. 2026
5 registered • 5 motorcycles available
OPTION
From 05 Jan. 2027 to 16 Jan. 2027
0 registered • 10 motorcycles available
OPTION
50% deposit
Cancellation and postponement with conditions
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