The perfect duration for your trip to Sri Lanka will be a matter of personal preference and the kind of experiences one would want to indulge in. However, good and well-balanced exposure to the variety of landscapes and cultural heritage of the country, along with its other attractions, can be fitted into 10-14 days. This will give you time to see the main sights—Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala National Park, and the southern coast—without having it all go by in a blur, leaving virtually no time to relax or for those inevitable misadventures that seem to happen when traveling.

The budget needed to finance a trip to Sri Lanka is bound by so many variables, directly relating to the kind of travel, accommodation, food, and activities in one’s plans. For an average comfort travel experience covering decent accommodation, good food, transport, and some sightseeing, a budget of $50 to $100 per person per day would be required. Still, travelers seeking luxurious accommodations or exclusive experiences may need to budget accordingly. In addition, this should incorporate such things as visa fees, travel insurance, and buying souvenir items to complete the ideal budget plan.