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16 days in Sri Lanka: itinerary
A realistic 16-day route through Sri Lanka with sensible stop lengths, travel days and costs.
6 min read · Updated 2026-08-01
Ruins, tea, safari, beach.
The route
- Days 1–3: Sigiriya
- Days 4–6: Kandy
- Days 7–9: Ella
- Days 10–12: Yala
- Days 13–15: Galle
Why this order works
It keeps transfers short and ends near a major airport. Scenic hill-country train from Kandy to Ella
What it costs
At mid-range pace, an estimated $1,360 per person on the ground, excluding flights.
When to run it
Best months: December, January, February, March, July, August.
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