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Close to Sigiriya Rock with comfortable amenities

Aliya Resort and Spa (Mid)

Resort with good facilities and nature views

Hotel Sigiri (Budget)

Affordable option near main attractions

Day 3

Polonnaruwa and Dambulla Cave Temples

Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa and Dambulla loop | Approx drive: 3 hours total

Activities

Visit Polonnaruwa Ancient City
Explore Dambulla Cave Temples
Return to Sigiriya

Stay area: Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya (Mid)

Convenient base for day trips

Aliya Resort and Spa (Mid)

Comfortable stay with spa facilities

Hotel Sigiri (Budget)

Budget-friendly and close to sites

Sigiriya to Kandy

Sigiriya to Kandy | Approx drive: 2.5 hours

Activities

Drive to Kandy
Visit Temple of the Tooth Relic
Explore Kandy Lake and city center

Stay area: Kandy

OZO Kandy (Mid)

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Modern hotel near city attractions

Hotel Topaz (Mid)

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Comfortable stay with good views

Kandy City Hostel (Budget)

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Affordable and central location

Day 5

Kandy to South Coast - Bentota

Kandy to Bentota | Approx drive: 5 hours

Activities

Drive to Bentota beach
Relax on the beach
Optional water sports

Stay area: Bentota

Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa (Mid)

Beachfront resort with good amenities

Bentota Beach Hotel (Mid)

Comfortable stay on the beach

Coco Royal Beach Resort (Budget)

Affordable beachfront option

Day 6

Bentota Beach Day

Stay in Bentota | Approx drive: Minimal local travel

Activities

Beach relaxation
Visit Brief Garden or Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
Optional boat safari on Bentota River

Stay area: Bentota

Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa (Mid)

Ideal for beach and relaxation

Bentota Beach Hotel (Mid)

Good location and facilities

Coco Royal Beach Resort (Budget)

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Budget-friendly beachfront

Day 7

Bentota to Colombo and Departure

Bentota to Colombo Airport | Approx drive: 2 hours

Activities

Drive back to Colombo
Last minute shopping or sightseeing if time allows
Depart from Bandaranaike International Airport

Stay area: N/A

N/A (Mid)

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Departure day, no overnight stay planned

Cinnamon Red Colombo (Mid)

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If overnight stay needed before flight

Mandarina Colombo (Mid)

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Alternative option near airport

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