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: Hikkaduwa (Hikkaduwa Beach & Community Tsunami Museum), Mirissa (Mirissa Beach & Dolphin & Whale Watching) and Bentota Beach (in Bentota). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Galle Fort, enjoy the sand and surf at Jungle Beach, make a trip to Japanese Peace Pagoda, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Sea Turtle Farm Galle Mahamodara.

To find maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Galle trip planner.

Bengaluru, India to Galle is an approximately 7-hour flight. 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 drive 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.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Ella trip itinerary website.

Drive from Galle to Ella in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and taxi; or do a combination of bus and taxi. 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 Negombo (Negombo Beach & DIANA Souvenirs) and Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Kalutara). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple, walk around Galle Face Green, browse the exhibits of Ganeshism Studio Gallery, and don't miss a visit to Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara.

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You can drive from Ella to Colombo in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can travel back home.