Exploring Sri Lanka in 1 Day

Day 1: Cultural & Scenic Delights

Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya

8:00AM

Breakfast at Pettah Market

Start your day with a traditional Sri Lankan breakfast at Pettah Market in Colombo, where you can taste local delicacies like hoppers and kottu.
Pettah Market is a bustling area in Colombo, easily accessible by tuk-tuk or walking from most hotels.
LKR 500, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Temple of the Tooth

Head to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Tooth, a sacred Buddhist temple that houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha.
From Colombo, you can take a train or a bus to Kandy, which takes approximately 3-4 hours.
LKR 1500, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Queen's Hotel

Enjoy a delicious Sri Lankan meal at the historic Queen's Hotel in Kandy, known for its colonial charm and traditional cuisine.
Queen's Hotel is centrally located in Kandy, within walking distance from the Temple of the Tooth.
LKR 2000, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore Tea Plantations

Make your way to Nuwara Eliya and explore the lush tea plantations, learn about the tea-making process, and enjoy breathtaking views of the rolling hills.
You can hire a car or join a tour to visit the tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya from Kandy.
LKR 1000, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Grand Hotel

End your day with a sumptuous dinner at the iconic Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya, known for its fine dining experience and colonial ambiance.
The Grand Hotel is a short distance from the tea plantations, offering a perfect dining spot with views of the surrounding mountains.
LKR 3000, 2 hours
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