Sri Lanka 10-Day Travel Itinerary in July 2023

1. Day 1: Kandy
   2 hours 27 minutes (73.4 km) from Colombo

   Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, witness a traditional Kandyan dance performance, and take a leisurely stroll around Kandy Lake.

2. Day 2: Sigiriya
   2 hours 17 minutes (97.2 km) from Kandy

   Climb the impressive Sigiriya Rock Fortress, explore the Dambulla Cave Temple, and take a jeep safari in Minneriya National Park.

3. Day 3: Polonnaruwa
   48 minutes (34.7 km) from Sigiriya

   Discover the impressive ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa and take a relaxing bike ride around the city.

4. Day 4: Trincomalee
   2 hours 29 minutes (104 km) from Polonnaruwa

   Relax on the beautiful Nilaveli Beach, take a dip in the Pigeon Island National Park and explore the impressive Thirukoneswaram Temple.

5. Day 5: Passikudah
   1 hour 23 minutes (54.4 km) from Trincomalee

   Enjoy a day at the beautiful Passikudah beach and explore the nearby Kalkudah beach.

6. Day 6: Yala National Park
   3 hours 8 minutes (168 km) from Passikudah

   Take a jeep safari tour in the Yala National Park and witness the impressive wildlife including elephants, leopards and crocodiles.

7. Day 7: Galle
   2 hours 54 minutes (174km) from Yala National Park

   Walk along the impressive Galle Fort, visit the Dutch Reformed Church and take a relaxing stroll along the charming Unawatuna Beach.

8. Day 8: Bentota
   1 hour 11 minutes (50km) from Galle

   Relax at the beautiful Bentota Beach, take a boat ride at Bentota River and visit the Galapota Temple.

9. Day 9: Colombo
   1 hour 23 minutes (87.3 km) from Bentota

   Visit the iconic Gangaramaya Temple, explore the lively Pettah Market and take a walk along the Galle Face Green Promenade.

10. Day 10: Departure from Sri Lanka
    31 minutes (34.8 km) from Colombo

    Depart from Bandaranaike International Airport and bid farewell to Sri Lanka.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Temple of the Tooth Relic (1-2 hours, LKR 1,500-4,000)
• Sigiriya Rock Fortress (3-4 hours, LKR 4,500-8,000)
• Dambulla Cave Temple (1-2 hours, LKR 1,500-3,000)
• Jungle Safari in Minneriya National Park (3-4 hours, LKR 4,500-8,000)
• Pigeon Island National Park (2-3 hours, LKR 2,500-5,000)
• Yala National Park Jeep Safari Tour (4-6 hours, LKR 6,000-12,000)
• Galle Fort Walking Tour (2-3 hours, LKR 2,000-4,000)
• Bentota River Boat Tour (2-3 hours, LKR 2,500-5,000)
• Gangaramaya Temple (1-2 hours, LKR 1,500-4,000)
• Total Estimated Costs LKR 34,000-65,000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Horton Plains National Park for scenic hiking trails and impressive views. If you have less time, consider cutting out the visit to Polonnaruwa, Galapota Temple or Pettah Market.