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7-Day Classic Triangle, Hills and Beach Sri Lanka Itinerary

Balanced first-time route linking heritage hubs, tea-country scenery, and south-coast downtime. Designed for October travel with 3 traveler(s), 7 days, and a mid budget style. The plan keeps transfer pacing realistic while emphasizing beach and food explorers.

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Day 1

Arrive and settle in Negombo

Arrival -> Negombo | Approx drive: 0.5-1 hrs

Activities

  • Lagoon-side boat session with village context
  • Mix landmark visits with practical transfer windows
  • Coastal sunset block with flexible swim and rest time

Stay area: Negombo

Budget beach guesthouse near Negombo shore (Budget)

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Practical value-focused base with easy access to Negombo activities.

Comfortable coastal boutique stay (Mid)

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Balanced comfort and location for smooth pacing around Negombo.

Elegant oceanfront stay with curated experiences (Luxury)

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Premium facilities and service depth for a high-comfort Negombo stay.

Day 2

Transfer to Sigiriya with focused highlights

Negombo -> Sigiriya | Approx drive: 3.5-4.5 hrs

Activities

  • Village lunch and produce-focused local stop
  • Keep evenings flexible for rest and local dining
  • Local seafood and curry-focused dinner shortlist

Stay area: Sigiriya

Value stay close to village dining options (Budget)

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Practical value-focused base with easy access to Sigiriya activities.

Mid-range nature hotel with pool and garden (Mid)

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Balanced comfort and location for smooth pacing around Sigiriya.

Premium nature retreat with guided excursions (Luxury)

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Premium facilities and service depth for a high-comfort Sigiriya stay.

Day 3

Explore Sigiriya at a comfortable pace

Sigiriya local exploration | Approx drive: 0.5-1 hrs

Activities

  • Sunset viewpoint block with flexible evening return
  • Use one deeper day in each major region
  • Slow-paced morning window for cafe and promenade time

Stay area: Sigiriya

Simple guesthouse with early departure support (Budget)

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Practical value-focused base with easy access to Sigiriya activities.

Comfortable lodge for triangle sightseeing (Mid)

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Balanced comfort and location for smooth pacing around Sigiriya.

Luxury eco-resort with private experience desk (Luxury)

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Premium facilities and service depth for a high-comfort Sigiriya stay.

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Day 4

Transfer to Kandy with focused highlights

Sigiriya -> Kandy | Approx drive: 2.5-3.5 hrs

Activities

  • Mix landmark visits with practical transfer windows
  • Coastal sunset block with flexible swim and rest time
  • Temple precinct visit with etiquette briefing

Stay area: Kandy

Budget hill-view guesthouse in Kandy (Budget)

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Practical value-focused base with easy access to Kandy activities.

Boutique Kandy stay in heritage neighborhood (Mid)

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Balanced comfort and location for smooth pacing around Kandy.

High-end heritage property with private concierge (Luxury)

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Premium facilities and service depth for a high-comfort Kandy stay.

Day 5

Transfer to Ella with focused highlights

Kandy -> Ella | Approx drive: 4-5.5 hrs

Activities

  • Keep evenings flexible for rest and local dining
  • Local seafood and curry-focused dinner shortlist
  • Short ridge hike with rest-friendly pacing

Stay area: Ella

Affordable stopover lodge close to rail access (Budget)

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Practical value-focused base with easy access to Ella activities.

Mid-range boutique hotel with mountain outlook (Mid)

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Balanced comfort and location for smooth pacing around Ella.

Premium Ella resort with spa and curated dining (Luxury)

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Premium facilities and service depth for a high-comfort Ella stay.

Day 6

Transfer to Yala with focused highlights

Ella -> Yala | Approx drive: 2.5-3.5 hrs

Activities

  • Use one deeper day in each major region
  • Slow-paced morning window for cafe and promenade time
  • Naturalist briefing for habitat awareness

Stay area: Yala

Simple wildlife lodge with early departure support (Budget)

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Practical value-focused base with easy access to Yala activities.

Balanced nature stay with local guide links (Mid)

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Balanced comfort and location for smooth pacing around Yala.

Luxury safari lodge with private guide options (Luxury)

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Premium facilities and service depth for a high-comfort Yala stay.

Day 7

Transfer to Mirissa with focused highlights

Yala -> Mirissa | Approx drive: 2.5-3.5 hrs

Activities

  • Beach recovery block and sunset viewpoint timing
  • Mix landmark visits with practical transfer windows
  • Coastal sunset block with flexible swim and rest time

Stay area: Mirissa

Budget beach guesthouse in Mirissa (Budget)

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Practical value-focused base with easy access to Mirissa activities.

Comfortable boutique bay stay (Mid)

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Balanced comfort and location for smooth pacing around Mirissa.

High-end coastal villa stay with private services (Luxury)

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Premium facilities and service depth for a high-comfort Mirissa stay.

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Estimated Budget (USD)

USD 3106 - USD 5569

  • Budget range is directional guidance and changes by travel dates, inventory, and transport style.
  • Room categories and transfer method can materially change final totals.
  • Confirm live supplier availability before making payment decisions.

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Important Disclaimers

  • Drive durations are estimates and can vary with traffic, weather, and road conditions.
  • Accommodation options and inclusions are examples for planning, not guaranteed inventory.
  • Use this itinerary as planning guidance and validate final logistics before booking.

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