Travel scene in Sri Lanka

Short-haul

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka packs a lot into a week: Sigiriya and Dambulla in the cultural triangle, Kandy's temple, the tea country around Nuwara Eliya and the southern beaches of Bentota and Galle.

From ₹40,000 per person

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Best time to go

December to April for the west and south coasts.

Flight time

About 3h 30m from Delhi, 1h 30m from Chennai.

Visa

Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

Visa turnaround

Rules change often — we confirm the current requirement with your quote.

Money & forex

Cards work in hotels; carry Sri Lankan rupees for tuk-tuks and markets.

Budget from

₹40,000 per person, excluding flights

Highlights

  • Sigiriya rock fortress
  • Temple of the Tooth, Kandy
  • Scenic train to Ella
  • Galle Fort

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