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A super detailed guide to a 9-day visa-free tour of Sri Lanka

Hey ladies! A nine-day trip to Sri Lanka is not to be missed! Explore the mysterious Dambulla cave temple, climb Sigiriya to enjoy the beautiful scenery, and experience the solemnity of the Temple of the Tooth. Taste the aroma of tea in the tea plantation town, and search for historical sites in Galle Fort. The unique customs of stilt fishermen and the scenic train journey through tea plantations and along the coast are waiting for you! / 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Shanghai ✈️ and arrive in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, to start your exotic journey! Days 2-3: Travel to Dambulla to explore the mysterious Dambulla cave temple and Sigiriya rock fortress 🦁. Afterwards, head to Kandy to visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth and experience a spiritual cleansing. Day 4: Arrive at the tea plantation town of Nuwara Eliya, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy, and experience the tea plantation train 🚂 as it travels through the lush green tea hills. Days 5-6: Arrive at the picturesque southern coast, visit the pink post office 💌, and savor the aroma of Ceylon tea. Visit Galle Fort and watch the unique fishing methods of the stilt fishermen. You can choose to take a boat tour of the mangroves and visit the turtle hatchery at your own expense. Day 7: Enjoy a full day of free time on the southern coast, or choose to go whale watching 🐋 at your own expense and experience the vastness of the ocean. Day 8: Take the coastal train back to Colombo, visit Colombo city, and experience the cultural charm of Sri Lanka. Take a flight back to Shanghai in the evening. Day 9: Arrive safely in Shanghai, marking the end of a wonderful trip to Sri Lanka!✨ / Travel essentials:🎒 📱Phone card and charger: Don't forget to bring these, and also a Sri Lankan adapter! 👕Clothing: It's hot in Sri Lanka in March, so bring short sleeves, shorts, a sun hat, and sunglasses! 💳Documents and money: Bring your passport and ID card. It's also more convenient to have some US dollars and a credit card! Visa-free Sri Lanka is waiting for you. Travel with ease and enjoy a wonderful journey!🌴🌊 / ✨️Your Sri Lankan journey has come to an end. I hope this guide has been helpful! Don't forget to like and save it for your next trip!✨️
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Posted: Mar 25, 2025
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