10 Days Tour Itinerary for Sri Lanka

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo

• Morning: Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo.
• Afternoon: Transfer to the hotel and check-in.
• Evening: Explore Colombo city, visiting Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, and Pettah Market.
• Overnight: Stay in Colombo.

Day 2: Colombo to Sigiriya

• Morning: Drive to Sigiriya (approx. 4-hour drive).
• Afternoon: Check-in at the hotel.
• Evening: Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Overnight: Stay in Sigiriya.

Day 3: Sigiriya – Anuradhapura – Sigiriya

• Morning: Drive to Anuradhapura (approx. 1.5-hour drive).
• Afternoon: Explore the ancient city of Anuradhapura, visiting sites like Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, and Jetavanaramaya.
• Evening: Return to Sigiriya.
• Overnight: Stay in Sigiriya.

Day 4: Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa – Kandy

• Morning: Check out from the hotel and drive to Polonnaruwa (approx. 1.5-hour drive).
• Afternoon: Explore the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, visiting Gal Vihara, Parakrama Samudra, and the Royal Palace.
• Evening: Continue to Kandy (approx. 2.5-hour drive).
• Overnight: Stay in Kandy.

Day 5: Kandy

• Morning: Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic.
• Afternoon: Explore Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.
• Evening: Attend a cultural dance show.
• Overnight: Stay in Kandy.

Day 6: Kandy to Ella

• Morning: Take the scenic train ride from Kandy to Ella (approx. 6-7 hours).
• Afternoon: Arrive in Ella and check in at the hotel.
• Evening: Visit the Nine Arches Bridge and enjoy the views.
• Overnight: Stay in Ella.

Day 7: Ella

• Morning: Hike to Little Adam’s Peak.
• Afternoon: Explore Ravana Falls and Ravana Cave.
• Evening: Relax and explore Ella town.
• Overnight: Stay in Ella.

Day 8: Ella to Udawalawe National Park

• Morning: Drive to Udawalawe National Park (approx. 2.5-hour drive).
• Afternoon: Check-in at the hotel and rest.
• Evening: Go on a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park to see elephants and other wildlife.
• Overnight: Stay near Udawalawe National Park.

Day 9: Udawalawe National Park to Galle

• Morning: Drive to Galle (approx. 3.5-hour drive).
• Afternoon: Check-in at the hotel.
• Evening: Explore Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Overnight: Stay in Galle.

Day 10: Galle to Colombo and Departure

• Morning: Relax at the beach or explore more of Galle.
• Afternoon: Drive back to Colombo (approx. 2-hour drive).
• Evening: Transfer to the airport for departure.