Sri Lanka
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Sri Lanka

Tea hills, temple towns and elephants on the beach road

What it's famous for

01

Sigiriya & ancient cities

A palace atop a sheer rock, frescoes on the climb and the ruined kingdoms of Anuradhapura nearby.

02

Tea country

Misty green hills stitched with plantations, reached by one of the world's most beautiful train rides.

03

Wildlife safaris

Leopards in Yala, elephant herds in Udawalawe and blue whales off the southern coast.

04

Southern beaches

Palm-fringed sand, stilt fishermen and surf breaks from Mirissa to Arugam Bay.

Cities worth your time

Exact neighborhoods, places and day plans for your chosen city are in your personal guide.

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You'll be eating

Rice & curryKottu rotiHoppersFish ambul thiyalPol sambolCeylon tea

Where exactly? The hand-picked spots — with map links — are in the guide.

Inside your Sri Lanka guide

  • The cheapest flight window for your exact dates
  • Which neighborhood to stay in, with pre-filled search links
  • Hand-picked restaurants & sights with Google Maps links
  • A realistic day-by-day itinerary, written for your trip length
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