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From₹ 35,700

Plan A | Large Group of 6

Plan A | Large Group of 67 days around Sri lanka
Plan B |. Small group of 3-57 days around Sri lanka
Plan C | Couple7 days around Sri lanka

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18th-24th Oct 26

Bandaranaike International Airport

Sri Lanka

Min Age : PG

Max People : 12

8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

This is Tlow’s nine-day Sri Lanka Road Trip around the island nation of Sri Lanka. The trip starts in the beach town of Negombo, the hillside cultural town of Kandy, and then moves to a hillside paradise, Nuwara Eliya and Ella, and further to the Southern Districts of Galle & Matara with night stays in the lesser-known towns of Boossa, Hikkaduwa, and Mirissa.

If you’re someone who’s looking for a budget international trip, either solo or with your spouse, this is the trip for you.

Essentials to pack

Sri Lanka things to pack

Table of Contents

Recommended Airport

Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting Point | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Price Includes

Air condition Accommodation (As per plan)
Private Taxi travel within Sri Lanka (AC)
Tlow Professional Driver

Price Excludes

Visa fees
Travel from Hometown to Colombo Airport and back.
Food (Approx. 500-700 all meals)
Entrance fees
Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Must Have | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Passport
Visa Photocopy
Backpack (Recommended)
Essentials to Pack

What to Expect | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Our 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip is a self-exploration road trip that starts & ends at Colombo Airport. The driver will double up as the trip lead for the entire journey from start to finish.

So on our Sri Lanka trips, expect mostly backpackers above the age bracket of 25+. With 95% being female solo travellers between the ages of 25-35. The highlight of our 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip is our homestay accommodation at each and every beach village that we will spend a night at.
If you’re a beach lover, then Sri Lanka is an absolute must on your bucket list.

Best Season: October to April
4G Internet all over the country
Temperature: 25 to 38ºC
Currency: INR / LKR / USD
Must Do: Snorkling at Hikkaduwa
English & Tamil is easily understood

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Blueprint

Day 1Airport --> Negombo

– Arrive at Bandaranaike airport by 12:00 HRS (noon)

– Hop onto the Vehicle and drive to Negombo (11 km = 30 mins)

– Check into the guest house at Negombo

– Freshen up and leave for Negombo sightseeing.

– Visit St. Sebastian’s church, The Dutch Fort, Angurukaramulla Temple, and the dry fish market.

– Watch the sunset at the beach.

– Return back post sundown.

– Rest of the evening at leisure

Day 2Kandy

– Post breakfast by 10:00 HRS, leave for the town of Kandy. (116 km = 3-4 Hrs)

– Reach Kandy by 12:00 HRS and check into our homestay for the night.

– Explore the town in a vehicle

– Rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 3Nuwara Eliya

– Post breakfast by 10:00 HRS, leave for the town of Nuwara Eliya. (74 km = 2-3 Hrs)

– Reach Nuwara Eliya by 1:00 PM and check into our homestay for the night.

– Freshen up and leave for sightseeing

– Rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 4Ella

– Leave by 10 am for the town of Ella. (57 km = 1-2 hrs)

– Reach by 12:00 PM and check into our stay

– Freshen up and Leave for Ella sightseeing.

– Visit Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana falls.

– Return back post sundown.

– Explore the Ella nightlife

– Rest of the evening at leisure

Day 5Mirissa

– Post breakfast by 9:00 AM, leave for the hippie town of Mirissa. (155 km =3-5 hrs)

– Reach Mirissa by 2:00 PM and check into our homestay.

– Catch the waves and watch the sky change colours for sunset.

– Visit Parrot Rock on Mirissa Beach.

– Post sundown, attend a beach party or have dinner by the beach.

Day 6Galle (Boossa)

– Leave around 10:00 AM to the beach town of Boossa in the Galle district. (53km = 1 Hr 50 mins)

– Reach Galle by lunchtime and explore the fort & lighthouse and stadium.

– Arrive at our beach-view cabana stay at Boossa by 3:00 AM. (12km = 30 minutes)

– Spend the rest of the evening at leisure.

– Go for a swim in the ocean or read a book and watch the sunset.

Day 7Hikkaduwa

– Post breakfast by 11:00 HRS, leave by car to the beach town of Hikkaduwa. (20 km= 45 mins)

– Check into our beach-view homestay.

– Chill at Hikkaduwa Beach. (Famous for snorkeling)

– Return back to the homestay post sundown.

– Spend the rest of the evening exploring the town area cafes & flea market

Day 8Colombo

– Post breakfast by 11:00 HRS, leave for the Town of Colombo (155km = 3-4 hrs)

– Reach the capital city, Colombo, and check in to your stay.

– Freshen up and leave for Colombo sightseeing. (Gangaramaya Temple Colombo; Galle Face Green and Pettah Market).

– Ideal to go shopping for souvenirs.

– Rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 9Colombo to Airport

– Post-breakfast by 11:00 AM, hop in the car and leave for the airport. (35 km = 45-1 hr)

– Trip ends by 12:00 HRS

Plan A

Large Group 6-8 ppl

₹1,82,700/-

30,450 x6=1,82,700
Stay: AC Guesthouses/homestays
Sightseeing as per blueprint
Transport: AC Private Taxi
-4 in a room
Per person Cost is for minimum six adults
5% GST

Plan B

Small group 3- 5 ppl

₹1,42,800/-

35,700 x 4= 1,42,800
Stay: AC Guesthouses/homestays
Sightseeing as per blueprint
Transport: AC Private Taxi
3-4 in a room
Per person Cost is for minimum three adults
5% GST

Plan C

Couple = 2ppl

₹90,300/-

45,150 x 2= 90,300
Stay: AC Homestays
Solo=2-4 in a room
Couple=2 in a room
Sightseeing as per blueprint
Transport: AC Private Taxi
5% GST

Web Stories from Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Best Beaches
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Cabana beach stay experience: Boossa
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How travel heals anxiety
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Kandy 15 Things To Do
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Sri Lanka What To Eat
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FAQ

General Questions | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Q. Do Indians need a visa for Sri Lanka
Yes, you get an eVisa that you can apply at https://www.srilankaevisagov.com/apply-visa which takes around 72 hours to process.

Q. What currency works in Sri Lanka
USD is widely accepted across SriLanka, however, you may also get LKR (Lankan Rupees) at the airport in SriLanka. Usually, the availability of Lankan rupees is less in India. It is advisable to either exchange some small notes at the Sri Lanka Airport and carry additional USD

Q. What time do we have to reach the Sri Lanka Airport (Katunayake International Airport aka Bandaranaike International Airport)
Ideally, it is advisable to reach early morning before 12 Noon so that you can do most things on day 1 and also have enough time to rest

Accommodation related FAQs | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Q. What kind of accommodation will be provided on the 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip?
We will be using homestays and hotels all along the trip. Except at Boossa, its a cabana stay.

Q. Will the accommodation be clean?
Since no one in the world likes to keep their home untidy, it’s safe to say that every place we stay at will be clean and will give you a homely feel.

Q. Will we get a bed, blankets and pillows?
Yes, at every place we stay at you’ll get a blanket, a pillow and if not a bed then surely a mattress to sleep on.

Q. Will we get hot water for a bath?
Every guest house and homestay we stay at will have geysers so you’ll surely get to have a bath at least once a day.

Q. Will the rooms be based on gender or mixed on the 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip?
It will be girls in a separate room and boys in a separate room, for all those backpacking solo on the 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip.

Food-Related Questions | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Q. Why is lunch and dinner not included on the 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip?
Sri Lanka is known for its diverse cuisines, and we give the freedom to our travellers to have what they like, explore your tastebuds

Q. Are there enough vegetarian food options available
Yes, there will be enough vegetarian food options

Network Related Questions | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Q. How do I get a sim card in Sri Lanka?
The mobile phone providers are Dialog, Mobitel, Etisalat, Airtel and Hutch. As soon as you exit Sri Lanka Airport, you can choose any network and procure a sim.

Q. Is there a cell phone network in Sri Lanka?
Yes, there is cell phone coverage in Sri Lanka. Dialog is the best network provider for tourists.

Q. Is there 3G/4G in Sri Lanka?
Surprisingly there is an excellent 4G network all over.

Travel related FAQ | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Q. What will be our mode of transportation on the Sri Lanka Budget Road Trip?
The entire trip will in a AC Van.

Q. Will the car be Air conditioned?
Yes the bus will be Air conditioned.

Solo Travel | 8N/9D Ideal Sri Lanka Road Trip

Q. I’m a solo traveller can I enrol for this trip?
Yes you can enrol solo for this trip

Natural Calamity FAQ

What if there is a natural calamity or delay due to an external factor?
-Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances(strikes), or any delay arising due to an external factor etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).

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