Short on time? This express itinerary covers the best of Sri Lanka in just 3 days. Perfect for a long weekend or a stopover.
Hit the ground running with a whirlwind tour of the capital.
🛏️ Stay: Colombo
🍽️ Food: Ministry of Crab or Upali's for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine
💡 Tip: Use PickMe (local ride-hailing app) to get around cheaply.
Take the coastal expressway to the charming colonial city of Galle.
🛏️ Stay: Galle or Unawatuna
🍽️ Food: Fresh seafood at a beachside restaurant
💡 Tip: The fort walls at sunset are magical. Walk the full circuit.
Enjoy a relaxed morning before heading back to Colombo.
💡 Tip: Leave by noon to have time for Colombo Dutch Hospital shopping.
Duration
3 Days
Estimated Cost
$300-500 per person
Best Time to Go
Year-round
Route
Colombo → Colombo
Best For
Highlights
✓ Explore Colombo in a day
✓ Visit Galle Fort
✓ Beach time in the south coast