Mumbai's Active Adventure Travel Junkies

Discover the historic World Heritage Town of Luang Prabang, ride along its small side streets, sideways back alleys and mystic temples before getting on the backroads to explore its countryside. Enjoy the taste of local food and a home stay to experience a local lifestyle. This tour lets you enjoy a comprehensive cultural experience that will take you onto the hidden roads of Laos. View the trip details here! (http://www.activeholidaycompany.com/tripdetails/Luang-Prabang-Cycling.aspx)

Day 1: Arrive at Luang Prabang.

Day 2: Guided tour of Luang Prabang

Day 3: Luang Prabang to Ban Peaw. About 5 hrs. Of cycling and 15-20 min boat.

Day 4: Ban Peaw to Ban Phou Luang Tai. About 4 hrs. of cycling and 2½ hrs. Of trekking.

Day 5: Ban Phou Luang Tai - Luang Prabang. About 3 hrs. Of trekking and 20 min boating.

Day 6: Departure or extension of your trip.

Now with this short break, experience the best of Bali in just 6 days! Cycling through Bali is one of the most authentic and fun ways of exploring this intriguing destination. Beyond Bali’s famed beaches are the rural back roads that bridge stunning scenery with volcanoes, rice plantations, many villages that are not on the 'touristy' radar and a chance for travelers to meet the locals and understand their culture. Best of all is the short cycling distances on this tour and the fact that it is a guided trip makes it easy for anyone without long cycling experience to get on it. The tour is based around the vicinity of one hotel, which means there is no need for daily packing and unpacking. It is a great choice for a first timer on a cycling tour or a discerning traveler looking for new experiences in Bali.

Minimum Age: 11 years

KEY FEATURES

• 5 days of cycling on the back roads to rural parts of Bali and across the World Heritage Site of Jatiluwih near the rice paddies

• Excellent opportunity to visit the serene Balinese houses and mingle around with the locals and tribes

• Visit to the spectacular Mt. Batur volcano at Kintamani

• Visit to local temples and rice fields

• Cocoa and paddy growing agricultural village trip

• Witness the process of making Arak (a local alcoholic brew)

Dates & Prices : Operates every Thursday @ Rs. 39,900 * + flights & visas

Call us on 9886681381 or drop us a message to get on board!

Now with this short break, experience the best of Bali in just 6 days! Cycling through Bali is one of the most authentic and fun ways of exploring this intriguing destination. Beyond Bali’s famed beaches are the rural back roads that bridge stunning scenery with volcanoes, rice plantations, many villages that are not on the 'touristy' radar and a chance for travelers to meet the locals and understand their culture. Best of all is the short cycling distances on this tour and the fact that it is a guided trip makes it easy for anyone without long cycling experience to get on it. The tour is based around the vicinity of one hotel, which means there is no need for daily packing and unpacking. It is a great choice for a first timer on a cycling tour or a discerning traveler looking for new experiences in Bali.

Minimum Age: 11 years

KEY FEATURES

• 5 days of cycling on the back roads to rural parts of Bali and across the World Heritage Site of Jatiluwih near the rice paddies

• Excellent opportunity to visit the serene Balinese houses and mingle around with the locals and tribes

• Visit to the spectacular Mt. Batur volcano at Kintamani

• Visit to local temples and rice fields

• Cocoa and paddy growing agricultural village trip

• Witness the process of making Arak (a local alcoholic brew)

Dates & Prices : Operates every Thursday @ Rs. 39,900 * + flights & visas

Call us on 9886681381 or drop us a message to get on board!

Day 1 – Arrival - Negombo

You will be greeted by an Active Holiday Company representative at the Bandaranaike International Airport and transferred to Negombo where you will check into your hotel. You can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to relax and unwind, in the evening you can enjoy a stroll through the streets of Negombo and enjoy the many restaurants and bars. Overnight at the hotel. Meals : Dinner.

Day 2 – Negombo – 15 km Cycling (2 hours)

Take a short cycle ride on your mountain bike to break in our sturdy mounts for the coming days. Set amongst coconut palms and fishing boats, Negombo/waikkala is a perfect way to start our trip and this evening there should be chance to sample some of the excellent seafood available in this atmospheric fishing town. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at leisure at the hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel in Negombo. Meals : Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 3 – Negombo – Dambulla 35Km Cycling (5 hours), Dambulla Rock Temple

After breakfast, we cycle to Kurunegala this morning, from where we transfer to Dambulla by vehicle. In the evening you will visit the mysterious cave temple in Dambulla, with five shrines and over hundred sculptures of the Buddha show the impact of Buddhism that has rippled through the country over thousands of years. Check into your hotel for your overnight stay. Meals : Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 4 – Dambulla – Sigiriya - Giritale 40Km (4 hours) Cycling, Sigiriya Rock

After breakfast you have the option of driving or cycling to Sigiriya, where you will ascend the famous Lion Rock, the eighth wonder of the world, built in the 5th century B.C. This 8th wonder of the world displays landscaped gardens, beautiful water gardens, moats and ramparts, twisted steps and stairways and remnants of the Kings palace on top of the rock. From here your will continue to Giritale. You have the option of extending cycling sections. Overnight stay at your hotel in Giritale. Meals : Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 5 – Giritale - Polonnaruwa – Giritale Cycling through Polonnaruwa City

After breakfast start cycle to Polonnaruwa & commence a city tour of Polonnaruwa by bike. Once a flourishing Kingdom well equipped with knowledge, skill and creativity, this ancient city is a proud display of Sri Lanka’s ancestral heritage. The vast reservoir Parakrama Samdhraya bordering the city, is considered to be one of the largest manmade lakes in Sri Lanka. Overnight stay at your hotel in Giritale. Meals : Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 6 – Polonnaruwa - Kandy 40km Cycling (5 hours)

After breakfast, start cycling to Kandy via Knuckles Mountain Range. There is more to Kandy than the tropical tea plantations. The Temple of the Tooth Relic, a UNESCO world heritage site and an important Buddhist Pilgrimage site is located in Kandy. You have the option of extending cycling sections. Overnight stay at Kandy. Meals : Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 7 – Kandy – Airport

Check out from your hotel and transfer to the international airport for your return flight. Meals : Breakfast.