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3-Day Sri Lanka Adventure from Chennai: Cultural and Coastal Highlights

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Day 1: Arrival and Explore Colombo

Colombo, Sri Lanka on May 23, 2025

6:00am

Flight Chennai to Colombo

Take an early morning flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, a short 1.5-hour journey to kickstart your trip.
INR7000, 1h30m

8:00am

Breakfast at The English Cake Company

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with freshly baked pastries and traditional Sri Lankan tea at this charming cafe open from 7am, located in Colombo city center.
LKR1000, 1h

9:30am

Visit Gangaramaya Temple

Explore one of Colombo's most important Buddhist temples known for its eclectic mix of modern architecture and cultural artifacts, open 6am to 8pm.
LKR200, 1h30m

11:30am

Tour Colombo National Museum

Discover Sri Lanka’s rich history with exhibits ranging from ancient artifacts to colonial pieces. The museum is open from 9am to 5pm.
LKR1500, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Upali’s by Nawaloka

Taste authentic Sri Lankan dishes like rice and curry or hoppers at this popular restaurant known for quality and quick service, open 11am to 10pm.
LKR1200, 1h

2:30pm

Afternoon stroll at Galle Face Green

Relax by the sea on this large urban park, enjoy local street food and watch the sunset, open all day with vibrant evening ambiance.
Free, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Ministry of Crab

Savor world-class fresh crab dishes at this award-winning restaurant, open from 12pm to 10pm. Advance booking is recommended.
LKR4000, 2h

8:30pm

Overnight stay in Colombo

Check into a comfortable hotel in Colombo for rest and prep for next day journey.
INR5000, Overnight
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Day 2: Cultural Kandy Exploration

Kandy, Sri Lanka on May 24, 2025

7:00am

Travel Colombo to Kandy

Drive or take a scenic train ride to Kandy (about 3-4 hours), enjoy picturesque landscapes of Sri Lanka’s hill country en route.
INR1500, 4h

11:30am

Lunch at Balaji Dosai

Enjoy South Indian and Sri Lankan vegetarian dishes close to Kandy Lake, open 10am to 8pm, offering affordable authentic flavors.
LKR800, 1h

12:30pm

Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site housing the sacred tooth relic of Buddha, open from 5am to 8pm; a must-see cultural landmark.
LKR1500, 1h

2:00pm

Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya

Wander through one of Asia’s largest botanical gardens known for its orchids and giant palm trees, open 7:30am to 6pm.
LKR1500, 2h

5:00pm

Cultural Dance Performance at Kandyan Arts

Experience traditional Kandyan dance and drumming in an evening show starting at 6pm, performances last approximately 1 hour.
LKR1500, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at The Kandy House

Indulge in a fine dining experience offering Sri Lankan and international cuisine in a boutique hotel setting, open until 10pm.
LKR3500, 1h30m

9:00pm

Overnight stay in Kandy

Rest overnight at a charming guesthouse or hotel in Kandy for comfort and convenience.
INR4500, Overnight
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Day 3: Beach and Departure

Negombo & Colombo, Sri Lanka on May 25, 2025

7:00am

Travel Kandy to Negombo

Drive back down from hill country to the coastal town of Negombo near Colombo, journey takes approximately 3 hours.
INR1500, 3h

10:00am

Breakfast at Lords Restaurant Complex

Fresh seafood and international breakfast options with views of the beach, open from 7am to 11am.
LKR1000, 1h

11:15am

Relax at Negombo Beach

Spend midday lounging or swimming at Negombo’s beautiful sandy beach before heading back for evening flight.
Free, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Reel Seafood Restaurant

Enjoy freshly caught seafood prepared with Sri Lankan spices just steps from the beach, open 11am to 10pm.
LKR1800, 1h

3:00pm

Drive to Colombo International Airport

Arrive in time for your evening return flight to Chennai after an enriching 3-day Sri Lanka trip.
INR500, 30m

6:00pm

Flight Colombo to Chennai

Board your return flight to Chennai, concluding a memorable cultural and coastal Sri Lanka experience.
INR7000, 1h30m
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