# Sri Lanka

A journey through Sri Lanka, combining culture, nature, and beach life. Starting in Colombo, the trip explores the country’s vibrant capital before heading inland to Sigiriya’s iconic rock fortress and surrounding jungle landscapes. From there, the route moves into the hill country around Ella, with scenic viewpoints, waterfalls, and tea plantations. The final stretch is along the south coast, beginning in Hiriketiya for relaxed beaches and hidden spots, and ending in Weligama and Mirissa with surf, ocean views, and coastal highlights. A balanced mix of landmarks, viewpoints, and laid-back beach time.

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Published: 2026-03-31T13:41:49.533232+00:00

Author: Guided Tours
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## Itinerary places

- **Gangaramaya Temple** (day 1)
- **Beira Lake** (day 2)
- **Secret Beach** (day 12)
- **Pettah Market** (day 1)
- **Galle Face Green** (day 1)
- **Mount Lavinia Beach.** (day 2)
- **Ahangama Beach** (day 13)
- **Lipton's Seat Sunrise View Point** (day 7)
- **Hiriketiya Beach** (day 9)
- **Viharamahadevi Park** (day 1)
- **Nilwella Beach (Blue Beach)** (day 10)
- **Independence Square** (day 1)
- **Independence Square** (day 1)
- **Colombo National Museum** (day 2)
- **Pidurangala Rock** (day 3)
- **Nine Arches Bridge Viewpoint** (day 5)
- **Ravana's Cave** (day 6)
- **Dambatenne Tea Factory** (day 7)
- **Coconut Tree Hill** (day 11)
- **Colombo Lotus Tower** (day 2)
- **Minneriya National Park** (day 4)
- **Whale watching club ( WWC ❤️ )** (day 12)
- **Dutch Hospital - Shopping Precinct** (day 2)
- **Ella Rock View Point** (day 6)
- **Weligama Beach** (day 11)
- **Mirissa Beach** (day 12)
- **Sigiriya** (day 3)
- **Ella town, ඇල්ල නගරය** (day 5)
- **Ravana waterfall** (day 6)
- **Talalla Beach** (day 10)
- **Hiriketiya Beach** (day 10)
- **Dambulla Cave Temple** (day 4)
- **Hiriwadunna Village and Lake Adventure** (day 4)
- **Little Adam's Peak** (day 5)
- **Silent Beach** (day 10)
- **Dickwella Beach** (day 8)
- **Galle town, ගාල්ල නගරය.** (day 14)
- **Dalawella Beach** (day 14)
- **RAA** (day 9)
- **La Playa Hiriketiya** (day 9)
- **Betaz Hiriketiya** (day 8)

## Day notes

### Day 1

Arrival, explore the city highlights, temples, and sunset by the ocean.

### Day 2

Mix of culture, city views, and a relaxed beach afternoon.

### Day 3

Climb Sigiriya and enjoy sunset views from Pidurangala.

### Day 4

Temples, local village experience, and wildlife safari.

### Day 5

Scenic arrival, iconic bridge, and sunset hike.

### Day 6

Early hike, waterfalls, and relaxed exploring.

### Day 7

Tea plantations and viewpoints.

### Day 8

Arrive at the coast, beach time, and sunset

### Day 9

Beach club and trendy dinner in Hiriketiya!

### Day 10

Beach hopping and sunset at Silent beach, my favourite in Sri Lanka.

### Day 11

Arrival in Weligama and visit to the iconic Coconut Tree at sunset!

### Day 12

Early start for whale watching. Shopping and relaxing at Secret beach.

### Day 13

Spend the day in the trendy Ahangama, full of beach restaurants and cute shops :)

### Day 14

Day trip to Galle. Visit the colourful town and stop in Delawella beach on the way back for the most famous swing in Sri Lanka by Las Cabañas restaurant.