Visit the Negombo Fish Market - a bustling market with fresh seafood, and then explore the Dutch Fort and St. Mary's Church.
Explore the iconic Sigiriya Fortress, an ancient rock fortress and palace with breathtaking views. Then visit Dambulla Cave Temple - a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning cave paintings and statues.
Take a tour of the Temple of the Tooth Relic, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site. Afterwards, explore the charming city of Kandy and enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan dance performance.
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Sri Lankan countryside on the way to Nuwara Eliya. Visit one of the many tea plantations and take a tour of the Mackwoods tea museum. Relax at the Gregory Lake Park in the evening.
Take a scenic train ride to Ella and enjoy the stunning views of the Sri Lankan highlands. In Ella, enjoy a leisurely hike to the Nine Arch Bridge and visit Lipton’s Seat - a popular viewpoint for tea plantations and green hills.
Take a morning jeep safari at the Yala National Park, famous for its leopards and elephants. Then visit the Kataragama temple complex - a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus, Buddhists and Muslims.
Take a tour of the Galle Dutch Fort - a UNESCO world heritage site with picturesque streets and buildings. Visit the maritime museum and enjoy lunch at Pedlars Street Cafe.
Visit the National Museum of Colombo, a fascinating insight into Sri Lankan history. Shop for souvenirs at Barefoot and enjoy a farewell dinner at Ministry of Crab.
If you have more time, consider visiting the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or a beach town like Unawatuna or Mirissa. If you have less time, consider skipping some locations or shortening the activities. Be sure to check the weather and opening hours before visiting any destination.