Bandaranaike International Airport 3 hr 30
Kandalama Reservoir (38 min)
Large reservoir lake with areas for swimming & a variety of hotels providing mountain views. Spice Garden (13 min) Sarath Safari Sigiriya (12 min) Popham's Arboretum (27 min) Sigiriya Fortress (15 min)
The ruins of a 5th-century city, anchored by a towering rock fortress accessible by steep stairs. Ederagala Wana Senasuna (13 min)
Temple and history Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple (26 min)
Temples built into 5 caves under overhanging rock, containing paintings, statues & wall murals. Cobra Hood Cave (15 min) Pidurangala (21 min)
Destination for moderate hikes & climbs to the top of the rock, popular for panoramic views. Sigiri Art Gallery (15 min) Minneriya National Park (35 min)
This sprawling preserve features a large 3rd-century reservoir, plus elephants & other wildlife. Sigiriya - Archaeological Museum (14 min) Hurulu Eco Park (29 min)
Park, safari, and elephant Kaludiya Pokuna Acheological Site (27 min) Pidurangala Royal Cave Temple (21 min)
Ancient Buddhist temple built on a huge rock, a popular hike for history & panoramic views. | 
