Sri Lanka route guide · Southern Province to Cultural Triangle
Habarana, known for village tours and elephant safaris, is 4.5 to 5 hours from Bentota by car.
Between Colombo and the south coast your driver can use the Southern Expressway, the fastest road in the country; tolls are usually included in the price.
1Colombo
Step into Sri Lanka's largest museum and discover treasures from ancient kingdoms!
2Colombo
Gangaramaya Temple is one of Colombo’s most vibrant and culturally rich Buddhist temples.
3Dambulla
The Golden Temple of Dambulla is a sacred and impressive cave temple complex set on a rocky hill.
4Dambulla
Explore five magnificent cave temples filled with ancient Buddhist art!
Witness the spectacular 'Gathering' of hundreds of wild elephants!
Sigiriya, also known as Lion’s Rock, is a breathtaking ancient fortress perched atop a massive rock.
Prepare for your Sigiriya Rock climb by exploring this fascinating museum!
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About 235 km by road.
4.5 to 5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 8.5 to 10.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Colombo National Museum, Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple, Golden Temple of Dambulla.
