Sri Lanka route guide · Southern Province to North Central Province
Anuradhapura, known for giant stupas and the sacred Bodhi tree, is 6 to 7 hours from Hikkaduwa by car. Many travellers break the drive in Dambulla.
This is a long day in the car. Leave early and take breaks every two hours or so.
1Bentota
Bentota Beach in Sri Lanka is a popular, beautiful stretch of golden sand known for relaxation, water sports…
2Bentota
Support sea turtle conservation while meeting these adorable ancient mariners!
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!
This charming rock temple is famous for its exquisite ancient stone carvings, especially the romantic…
Welcome to one of the most sacred places on Earth! This ancient fig tree is over 2,300 years old and is…
This sacred temple complex surrounds the legendary Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi tree the oldest documented tree in the…
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About 290 km by road.
6 to 7 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 11.5 to 14 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Dambulla is the most natural place to break the journey, about 4.5 to 5 hours from Hikkaduwa.
