11 days in Galle, Ella & Colombo Itinerary

The southernmost city on the island, Galle combines colonial-era history with a tropical feel and climate.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Galle: Mirissa (Mirissa Beach & Dolphin & Whale Watching), Bentota Beach (in Bentota) and Hikkaduwa (Hikkaduwa Beach & Community Tsunami Museum). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Galle Fort, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Unawatuna Devol Devalaya, make a trip to Japanese Peace Pagoda, and discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

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Bengaluru, India to Galle is an approximately 4.5- hour combination of flight and taxi. You can also fly. In December, Galle is a bit warmer than Bengaluru - with highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Ella.

The relaxing hilltop village of Ella benefits from a more temperate climate than much of the rest of country thanks to its high elevation.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sun): take in the dramatic natural features at Ella Rock, then take in the dramatic scenery at Ravana Ella Falls, and then look for gifts at R. M. S Antique And Brassware. Keep things going the next day: learn the tricks of the trade with Honey Bee Garden, snap pictures at Nine Arches Bridge, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Little Adam's Peak, and finally stop by Ella Gem & Jewelry.

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Do a combination of flight and taxi from Galle to Ella in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. On the 31st (Tue), you'll travel to Colombo.

The commercial capital of the country, Colombo has added modern touches to its colonial-era core, creating an exciting and eclectic coastal city.

Explore Colombo's surroundings by going to Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Kalutara) and Negombo (Negombo Beach & DIANA Souvenirs). And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple, walk around Galle Face Green, browse the exhibits of Ganeshism Studio Gallery, and stroll through Mount Lavinia Beach.

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You can do a combination of taxi and flight from Ella to Colombo in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In December in Colombo, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.