32 days in Sri Lanka Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Sri Lanka vacation planner
Start: Manchester
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Galle
— 4 nights
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Kandy
— 5 nights
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Anuradhapura
— 6 nights
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Jaffna
— 4 nights
Drive
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Trincomalee
— 4 nights
Drive
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Habarana
— 6 nights
Drive to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport, Fly to Manchester
End: Manchester
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Galle — 4 nights
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Get some cultural insight at Galle Fort and Dutch Reformed Church. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project and Pilgrims Lounge Chrishtopher Handicraft and Paint Gallery. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Galle: Sea Turtle Protection Association (in Bentota), Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Mirissa) and Victor Hasselblad Sea Turtle Research & Conservation Center (in Kosgoda). The adventure continues: view the masterpieces at Stick No Bills Poster Gallery, delve into the distant past at Mulgirigala Raja Maha Vihara, tour the pleasant surroundings at Sea Turtle Farm Galle Mahamodara, and make a trip to Japanese Peace Pagoda.
To see more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Galle trip itinerary builder tool.
Manchester, UK to Galle is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to India Standard Time is 5.5 hours. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Manchester in December, with highs in Galle at 36°C and lows at 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can fly to Kandy.
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Manchester, UK to Galle is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to India Standard Time is 5.5 hours. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Manchester in December, with highs in Galle at 36°C and lows at 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can fly to Kandy.
Side Trips
Unawatuna, Kosgoda, Sea Turtle Protection Association, Sea Turtle Farm and Hatchery - Habaraduwa, Dolphin & Whale Watching
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Kandy — 5 nights
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Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Kandy Lake. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Elephant Freedom Project and Kandy War Cemetery. Venture out of the city with trips to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (in Pinnawala), Millennium Elephant Foundation (in Kegalle) and Scuba & Snorkeling (in Hikkaduwa). And it doesn't end there: explore the different monuments and memorials at Kandy Garrison Cemetery, pause for some photo ops at Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, see the interesting displays at Raja Museum, and step into the grandiose world of Royal Palace of Kandy.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Kandy road trip tool.
You can fly from Galle to Kandy in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive to Anuradhapura.
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You can fly from Galle to Kandy in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive to Anuradhapura.
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Anuradhapura — 6 nights
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Your inner history buff will appreciate Isurumuniya Temple and Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi. Explore hidden gems such as Jethawanaramaya Stupa and Abhayagiri Dagaba. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dagoba of Thuparama, tour the pleasant surroundings at Wilpattu National Park, don't miss a visit to Mihintale, and explore the activities along Twin Baths (Kuttam Pokuna).
To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Anuradhapura holiday maker app.
Drive from Kandy to Anuradhapura in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, taxi, and train; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Jaffna.
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Drive from Kandy to Anuradhapura in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, taxi, and train; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Jaffna.
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Jaffna — 4 nights
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Nallur Kovil and Naga Pooshani Ambal Kovil are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Visit Nagadipa Purana Vihara and Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple for their historical value. Take a break from Jaffna with a short trip to Kovalam Beach in Karainagar, about 58 minutes away. There's still lots to do: explore the ancient world of Kantharodai Viharaya, contemplate the long history of Jaffna Fort, take in the spiritual surroundings of Nagadeepa Rajamaha Viharaya, and browse the exhibits of Jaffna Art Gallery - Kalaithuthu Kala Mutram.
To see traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Jaffna road trip planning site.
Take a train from Anuradhapura to Jaffna in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to drive to Trincomalee.
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Take a train from Anuradhapura to Jaffna in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to drive to Trincomalee.
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Trincomalee — 4 nights
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Get some cultural insight at Sri Pathrakali Amman Temple and Trincomalee War Cemetery. Discover out-of-the-way places like Seruwila Mangala Raja Maha Vihara and Velgam Vehera. The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Koneswaram Temple, don't miss a visit to Fort Frederick, examine the collection at Hoods Tower Museum, and enjoy the sand and surf at Marble Beach.
For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Trincomalee trip itinerary maker website.
Traveling by car from Jaffna to Trincomalee takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can drive to Habarana.
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Traveling by car from Jaffna to Trincomalee takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can drive to Habarana.
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Habarana — 6 nights
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You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Ritigala Forest Monastery and Sigiriya Museum. Sigiriya Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla will appeal to history buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Habarana: Polonnaruwa (Polonnaruwa Vatadage, Polonnaruwa, &more). Spend the 2nd (Wed) exploring nature at Minneriya National Park. Spend the 4th (Fri) exploring nature at Kaudulla National Park. It doesn't end there: stroll through Hurulu Eco Park and make a trip to Pidurangala Rock.
To find more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Habarana tour itinerary builder website.
Traveling by car from Trincomalee to Habarana takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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To find more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Habarana tour itinerary builder website.
Traveling by car from Trincomalee to Habarana takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Sri Lanka travel guide
India's Teardrop
Shaped like a teardrop and located just below the southern tip of India, lush Sri Lanka boasts some of the greatest biodiversity in the world. Unless you time your Sri Lanka holiday for monsoon season, you can expect bright blue skies and plenty of sunshine, perfect for exploring tropical forests, historic temples, colonial forts, and many other buildings dating back to Dutch rule. Popular things to do in Sri Lanka include swimming, sailing, and surfing, though a growing number of visitors come here just to eat their way around the country. Greatly influenced by nearby India, the national cuisine also features many elements of European cooking--a result of the Dutch and Portuguese colonial years. Of course, a trip to Sri Lanka would not be complete without a cup of its world-famous Ceylon tea.
