Travel Guide – Sri Lanka
Description
Our Sri Lanka travel guide PDF helps you plan your own route around the island: a 10-day itinerary, what to see in each region, where to eat and stay, and the practical info worth knowing before you go. It's easy to read on your phone and includes a Google Maps list with 200+ saved spots.
What's inside the guide
- A 10-day itinerary: arriving via Colombo and Negombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, the train to Ella, a safari in Yala, Mirissa, Weligama and your last days in Ahangama.
- What to see by region: the center, north, east, south and west, from Sigiriya and Dambulla to Jaffna, Trincomalee and Arugam Bay.
- Cafés, brunch and restaurants in Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Mirissa, Weligama, Ahangama and Hiriketiya.
- Hotels, hostels and surf camps by area.
- Art and culture: museums and historic sites.
- Passport and visa, when to go based on the monsoons, money, vaccines and useful apps.
- What to pack, a first-aid kit and the plans we'd do ourselves.
Who it's for
For anyone planning their first trip to Sri Lanka who wants a realistic route, for travelers combining culture inland with beaches and surfing in the south, and for anyone who'd rather have every spot handy on their phone.
FAQ
How do I get it? By email, instantly, with your order confirmation.
Is it up to date? Yes, we reviewed it in October 2026.
Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka? Yes, the ETA, which you apply for online before you fly on the official website (eta.gov.lk). Since May 25, 2026 it's free for Spanish citizens and lets you stay for up to 30 days. Be wary of websites that charge to process it for you.
If you just want the places, there's our Sri Lanka map on Google Maps. And before you go, read the 10 things to know before traveling to Sri Lanka.
Read next
- Sri Lanka in 15 Days: 2-Week Itinerary and Route
- What to See in Sri Lanka: 10 Must-See Places
- Ella (Sri Lanka): What to See, Where to Eat and How to Get There by Train
- 10 Things You Should Know Before Traveling to Sri Lanka
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