Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy
Colombo Lotus Tower and cityscape
Elephants bathing near Pinnawala
3 nights / 4 daysCityCultureShort break

Quick Escape into the City

Colombo · Kandy

Colombo 1N, Kandy 2N

  • Hotels
  • Private vehicle
  • Sightseeing
  • Meals

Overview

A compact plan for a long weekend. You see Colombo, meet the elephants at Pinnawala and spend two nights in Kandy.

Best time to visit

December to April

Drier weather in Colombo and the hill country. Showers are possible year-round.

What to wear

  • Temples: clothes that cover shoulders and knees, light cotton or linen, and shoes that slip off easily.
  • Carry socks for hot stone floors. Light or white colours are respectful at the Temple of the Tooth.
  • Kandy and Colombo: light layers and comfortable walking shoes.

What to carry

  • Government photo ID
  • Passport (for Sri Lanka; keep copies)
  • Printed Sri Lanka ETA (for Sri Lanka)
  • Sunglasses
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Power bank
  • Universal plug adapter (Sri Lanka)
  • Personal medicines
  • Motion sickness tablets (hill roads, ferries and cruises)
  • A small day bag
  • Temples: socks, a scarf or shawl.
  • Walking tours and Sigiriya: comfortable walking shoes, a small towel.
  • October and November: afternoon thunderstorms anywhere in Sri Lanka, so carry a compact umbrella or poncho.

Notes

  • Temples ask for covered shoulders and knees. Shoes come off at the entrance.
  • Visits to parks, sites, adventure activities, elephant rides and other tour places are at the client's own risk.
  • Itineraries may change with weather, tides, local conditions and availability. Hotels are same or similar.
  • Advance paid to confirm a booking is not refunded. See Cancellation and payment terms.

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