Trip from Singapore to Colombo

Check-in for your flight to Colombo. Ensure you have all travel documents ready.

Arrive in Sri Lanka. Clear immigration and customs. Pick up your pre-booked SIM card if needed.

Take a pre-booked taxi or a local bus to Negombo (approx. 30-45 min drive).

Settle into your budget-friendly guesthouse or hotel near the beach.

Enjoy a leisurely walk along Negombo Beach, watch the sunset, and observe local life. You can buy some fresh fruit from vendors.

Dine at a local restaurant along the beach, enjoying fresh catch of the day. Aim for places popular with locals for better value.

Enjoy breakfast and check out from your Negombo accommodation.

Take a bus or hire a private car for the journey to Sigiriya (approx. 4-5 hours). Buses offer a budget-friendly option.

Check into your guesthouse or hotel in the Sigiriya area. Many budget options are available.

Hike up Pidurangala Rock for a stunning panoramic view of Sigiriya Rock, especially beautiful from here during sunset. It's a less strenuous climb than Sigiriya Rock.

Witness the breathtaking sunset from Pidurangala Rock, with Sigiriya Rock silhouetted against the sky.

Enjoy a local Sri Lankan dinner at a restaurant near your accommodation. Look for 'rice and curry' for an authentic experience.

Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Marvel at the ancient frescoes, water gardens, and the lion gate. It's best to go early to avoid crowds and heat.

Have lunch at a restaurant near Sigiriya Rock. Packed lunches are also an option for a budget-friendly choice.

Engage in a village tour or a Sri Lankan cooking class to experience local life and cuisine. Many tour operators offer such packages.

Return to your accommodation for some rest or enjoy the hotel pool/garden.

Enjoy another local meal, trying different dishes from the previous night.

Have breakfast and check out from your Sigiriya accommodation.

Take a bus or private car to Kandy (approx. 2.5-3 hours). The train is also an option for a scenic route.

Settle into your budget-friendly lodging in Kandy.

Enjoy lunch at a local eatery in Kandy town.

Visit the most revered Buddhist site in Sri Lanka, housing the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Dress respectfully (shoulders and knees covered).

Take a relaxing stroll around Kandy Lake, enjoying the views of the city and the temple.

Experience a traditional Kandyan dance performance, often held in the evenings.

Have dinner at one of Kandy's many restaurants, offering a variety of local and international cuisines.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, do some last-minute souvenir shopping in Kandy, or revisit a favorite spot.

Begin your journey back to the airport. Allow ample time, especially if taking a bus or train.

Arrive at the airport, check in for your flight back to Singapore.

Depart from Colombo back to Singapore. (Flight times may vary).