Sri Lanka Island Trail
Ancient kingdoms, tea country and beaches at the edge of the Indian Ocean
A Small Island, Endlessly Varied
Sri Lanka fits an unusual amount of variety into a short journey — ancient cave temples, misty tea estates, wildlife-rich national parks, and a Dutch colonial fort by the sea, all within a few hours' drive of each other. This trail covers the island's cultural triangle and its southern coast.
Your Journey Unfolds
Arrival in Colombo
ColomboArrival and a brief city tour of Colombo's colonial-era landmarks before heading inland the next morning.
Sacred Kandy
KandyDrive to Kandy through spice gardens, visiting the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic in the evening.
Into Tea Country
Nuwara EliyaScenic drive through rolling tea estates to Nuwara Eliya, with a visit to a working tea factory along the way.
Colonial Hill Station
Nuwara EliyaExplore this cool, colonial-era hill town known as 'Little England', with its gardens and lake.
South to the Coast
GalleDrive south to the coast, checking into a hotel near Galle's historic Dutch fort in time for a sunset rampart walk.
Beach & Departure
Galle / ColomboA relaxed morning by the coast, with an optional whale-watching trip, before returning to Colombo for departure.
Your Journey Includes
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Discover an Island of Endless Variety
Temples, tea and coastline in one week — let us build your Sri Lanka trail.