{"id":7009,"date":"2026-06-10T11:15:04","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T11:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/?p=7009"},"modified":"2026-06-10T11:39:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T11:39:35","slug":"travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Travel to Sri Lanka from India: Complete Tour Planning Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Sri Lanka is an awe-strucking island destination that combines natural beauty, rich culture, and memorable experiences. Sri Lanka is a beautiful island in the form of a teardrop located to the south of India and throughout the years has become a great surprise to many travelers, as this country has it all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are seeking adventure, breathtaking landscapes, relaxation, history, green rolling plantations, ancient temples, and lively vibrant wildlife, every corner of this island is filled with something unique to discover. A Sri Lankan journey is filled with memorable moments. With its warm hospitality, diverse attractions, and breathtaking views, it&#8217;s easy to see why this tropical paradise continues to captivate travelers from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might ask, \u2018<strong>What makes Sri Lanka a really good option to travel?<\/strong>\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So let me tell you, the island country is a traveler\u2019s dream come true. This small country packs a punch with its endless beaches, hiking trails with ever-present greenery, unforgettable train journeys, timeless ruins, misty mountain towns, the most friendly and helpful people, world-famous tea, and super delicious food. With all those qualities packed, this country is also relatively inexpensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lanka is just 35 km away from India (from the southernmost point of India that is Dhanushkodi on Pamban Island in Tamil Nadu, and Talaimannar on Mannar Island, Sri Lanka), and that is a very short distance. This makes it a favorite among Indian travelers for international vacations. Before planning your getaway, understanding <strong>how to travel to Sri Lanka from India<\/strong> can help you make your journey smooth, convenient, and hassle-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2cd3ce90c4b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Why_do_Indians_choose_Sri_Lanka_as_a_holiday_destination\" >Why do Indians choose Sri Lanka as a holiday destination?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Sri_Lanka_is_visa-free_for_Indian_travelers\" >Sri Lanka is visa-free for Indian travelers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Short_flight_durations\" >Short flight durations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Value_for_money_and_affordability\" >Value for money and affordability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Diverse_experiences\" >Diverse experiences<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Similar_culture\" >Similar culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Familiarity_in_the_foods\" >Familiarity in the foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#How_Indians_Can_Travel_to_Sri_Lanka\" >How Indians Can Travel to Sri Lanka?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Taking_a_flight_to_Sri_Lanka\" >Taking a flight to Sri Lanka.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Taking_a_ship_to_Sri_Lanka\" >Taking a ship to Sri Lanka.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Sri_Lanka_travel_guide_for_Indians\" >Sri Lanka travel guide for Indians<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Visa_requirements\" >Visa requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Sri_Lankan_Currency\" >Sri Lankan Currency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Traveling_in_Sri_Lanka\" >Traveling in Sri Lanka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Sri_Lankan_culture\" >Sri Lankan culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Sri_Lankan_food\" >Sri Lankan food<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#What_is_the_best_time_to_travel_to_Sri_Lanka\" >What is the best time to travel to Sri Lanka?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#East_Coast_Arugam_Bay_Trincomalee_Passikudah\" >East Coast (Arugam Bay, Trincomalee, Passikudah)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Central_Highlands_Kandy_Ella_Nuwara_Eliya\" >Central Highlands (Kandy, Ella, Nuwara Eliya)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#West_South_Coast_eg_Colombo_Galle_Mirissa_Bentota\" >West &amp; South Coast (e.g., Colombo, Galle, Mirissa, Bentota)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Wildlife_Safaris_eg_Yala_National_Park_Udawalawe\" >Wildlife Safaris (e.g., Yala National Park, Udawalawe)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#What_items_to_pack_for_Sri_Lanka\" >What items to pack for Sri Lanka?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Clothing_Items\" >Clothing Items<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Footwear\" >Footwear<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Health\" >Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Electronics\" >Electronics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Travel_documents\" >Travel documents<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#How_to_plan_a_Sri_Lanka_tour_from_India\" >How to plan a Sri Lanka tour from India?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Decide_the_ideal_duration_for_your_trip\" >Decide the ideal duration for your trip.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#What_is_the_best_time_to_visit\" >What is the best time to visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Applying_for_Sri_Lanka_ETA\" >Applying for Sri Lanka ETA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Plan_your_budget_prior\" >Plan your budget prior<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Best_places_to_visit_in_Sri_Lanka_for_Indian_tourists\" >Best places to visit in Sri Lanka for Indian tourists<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Sigiriya\" >Sigiriya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Kandy\" >Kandy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Colombo\" >Colombo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Ella\" >Ella<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Nuwara_Eliya\" >Nuwara Eliya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Mirissa_Beach\" >Mirissa Beach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Do_Indians_need_a_visa_to_visit_Sri_Lanka\" >Do Indians need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#What_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Sri_Lanka_from_India\" >What is the best time to visit Sri Lanka from India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#How_can_Indians_travel_to_Sri_Lanka\" >How can Indians travel to Sri Lanka?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_reach_Sri_Lanka_from_India\" >How long does it take to reach Sri Lanka from India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Is_Sri_Lanka_a_good_destination_for_family_vacations\" >Is Sri Lanka a good destination for family vacations?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#What_currency_is_used_in_Sri_Lanka\" >What currency is used in Sri Lanka?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Is_vegetarian_food_available_in_Sri_Lanka\" >Is vegetarian food available in Sri Lanka?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#What_are_the_best_places_to_visit_in_Sri_Lanka_for_Indian_tourists\" >What are the best places to visit in Sri Lanka for Indian tourists?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Is_Sri_Lanka_safe_for_Indian_tourists\" >Is Sri Lanka safe for Indian tourists?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/travel-to-sri-lanka-from-india\/#Why_should_I_book_a_Sri_Lanka_holiday_package_from_India\" >Why should I book a Sri Lanka holiday package from India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_quick-summary_of_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>A quick-summary of Sri Lanka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Basis<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Information<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Location<\/td><td>Sri Lanka is an island country in South Asia, located in the Indian Ocean just off the southeastern coast of the Indian subcontinent.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Capital of the country<\/td><td>Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Climate<\/td><td>Tropical and warm year-round.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Seasons<\/td><td>Southwest Monsoon, which is called Yala Season. (May-September) Northeast Monsoon, which is called Maha Season. (October &#8211; January) First Inter-monsoon (March &#8211; April) Second Inter-monsoon (October &#8211; November)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Population<\/td><td>About 22 million<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Languages<\/td><td>Sinhala and Tamil are official languages, and English widely spoken<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Currency used<\/td><td>The currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving ahead, let\u2019s talk about why <strong>Sri Lanka is so popular among Indian tourists<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_Indians_choose_Sri_Lanka_as_a_holiday_destination\"><\/span>Why do Indians choose Sri Lanka as a holiday destination?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indians choose Sri Lanka for its incredible affordability, ease of travel, and diverse experiences packed into a compact island. A <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/tour-packages\/sri-lanka.html\">Sri Lanka tour from India<\/a><\/strong> is one of the most accessible and budget-friendly international vacations for Indian travelers. As Indian travelers look for destinations that mix comfort with character, Sri Lanka is the one. The following are the reasons for Indians choosing Sri Lanka as a traveling destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lanka_is_visa-free_for_Indian_travelers\"><\/span>Sri Lanka is visa-free for Indian travelers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lanka is visa-free for Indian nationals, making the <strong>Sri Lanka visa for Indians <\/strong>process simple and cost-effective, as you do not have to pay any visa fees. However, you must still apply for a free Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) online before traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Short_flight_durations\"><\/span>Short flight durations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Short flight durations from multiple Indian cities make it an easy international journey with minimal travel fatigue. Direct flights from major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai take only 2 to 4 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Value_for_money_and_affordability\"><\/span>Value for money and affordability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Accommodation, local transport, dining, and sightseeing across categories offer strong value for money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diverse_experiences\"><\/span>Diverse experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lanka fits fresh beaches, lush tea plantations, hazy mountains, UNESCO heritage sites, and wildlife safaris into a small area. This allows travelers to experience multiple landscapes in a single trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Similar_culture\"><\/span>Similar culture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India and Sri Lanka share many cultural similarities. Food, traditions, and religious influences make the Indian travelers feel at home while exploring something new. The two countries also have strong historical connections, a common love for cricket, and several important Buddhist and Ramayana-related sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Familiarity_in_the_foods\"><\/span>Familiarity in the foods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lankan cuisine is based on coconut-based curries, fresh seafood, and bold spices. These things make a familiar food palate for both the country\u2019s people. This similarity feels comfortably familiar to Indian palates while still offering a unique culinary identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make your journey easier, you should know \u2018<strong>How to travel to Sri Lanka from India<\/strong>\u2019 next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Indians_Can_Travel_to_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>How Indians Can Travel to Sri Lanka?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Traveling to Sri Lanka from India is quick, convenient, and more affordable than many international destinations. With direct flights from several Indian cities, a simple entry process, and a short travel time, planning your Sri Lankan getaway is easier than ever. Here is a detailed guide covering the convenient options along with the costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taking_a_flight_to_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>Taking a flight to Sri Lanka.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flying is the most convenient and fastest way to enter Sri Lanka. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), which is located in Colombo, is the main airport that the international travelers mostly land upon. Many direct flights operate frequently from major cities of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flight details from major Indian cities\u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Route<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration of the flight (approx.)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Expected cost of the flight (one way)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delhi to Colombo<\/td><td>3 hours 50 minutes<\/td><td>INR 14,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mumbai to Colombo<\/td><td>2 hours 30 minutes<\/td><td>INR 12,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bengaluru to Colombo<\/td><td>1 hour 30 minutes<\/td><td>INR 11,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chennai to Colombo<\/td><td>1 hour 20 minutes<\/td><td>INR 8,500<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taking_a_ship_to_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>Taking a ship to Sri Lanka.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two options for you to choose from if you want to travel from a ship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The passenger ferry is a high-speed boat that connects Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu, and Kankesanthurai, Jaffna, Sri Lanka. This journey takes about 3 to 4 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Luxury cruises are provided by international and local cruise lines. They provide multi-night sailing packages departing from ports like Chennai to various Sri Lankan coastal destinations.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Now we know the basics, the next thing to explore is the <strong>travel tips for Indians<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lanka_travel_guide_for_Indians\"><\/span>Sri Lanka travel guide for Indians<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make your trip smooth and hassle-free, it is helpful to understand a few practical details before you travel. This <strong>Sri Lanka Travel Guide for Indians<\/strong> covers essential information and travel tips to help you plan a comfortable and enjoyable vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visa_requirements\"><\/span>Visa requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) via the Official Sri Lanka ETA Portal. This ETA costs roughly USD 20-50 and will grant you a 30-day stay. You should apply for this authorization for at least 7\u201310 days prior to your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lankan_Currency\"><\/span>Sri Lankan Currency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The currency used is Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR). The exchange rate between the Sri Lankan and Indian rupees is 1 LKR = 0.28 INR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Sri Lanka, the debit and credit cards are used in many major cities, hotels, and restaurants. There may be some time that the place or seller might not accept cards; then for that situation you should keep the cash handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cash that you\u2019ll be carrying to Lanka , if it&#8217;s US Dollars (USD) then it is much better than Indian Rupees (INR). USD is widely accepted, has excellent liquidity at local currency exchanges than INR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traveling_in_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>Traveling in Sri Lanka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Sri Lanka, you can travel through ride-hailing apps like Uber or PickMe; this will allow you to travel with ease and convenience at fixed prices. Another one is to travel from tuk-tuks (rickshaws), but taking a ride on them, you should make sure that you and the driver agree on a price beforehand. Another option to&nbsp; travel is trains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lankan_culture\"><\/span>Sri Lankan culture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lankan society is distinctly laid-back, highly conservative regarding religion, and sensitive to how the Buddha is represented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In temples or any religious site, you should always cover your shoulders and knees and also remove your shoes, hats, or any headgear while visiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Never stand with your back to a Buddha statue. You should also never pose for a picture or even touch a Buddha statue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a Buddha tattoo anywhere, please cover it fully, as if you got caught having one, you could face detainment or even deportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lankan_food\"><\/span>Sri Lankan food<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Indians can get Indian food easily in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan food is somewhat quite similar for the Indian taste profiles. So enjoy the Sri Lankan food with ease, but one thing you should always remember is never drink tap water. Always stick to bottled water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every traveler should also know about what is the best time to travel to Sri Lanka and <strong>what items to pack for Sri Lanka<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_time_to_travel_to_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>What is the best time to travel to Sri Lanka?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit Sri Lanka is December to March, and the worst time to visit is May to September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>December to March<\/strong>&#8211; In these months, the weather is warm, dry, and sunny. These months make the best time for beach exploring and water sports. There will be a higher number of tourists, and the prices for hotels are generally higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>May to September<\/strong> &#8211; These months bring the southwest monsoon that brings heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough seas to the southern and western coasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka from India<\/strong> depends on the regions you plan to explore, as the island experiences different weather patterns throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"East_Coast_Arugam_Bay_Trincomalee_Passikudah\"><\/span>East Coast (Arugam Bay, Trincomalee, Passikudah)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit the East Coast is from May to September when the weather is dry and sunny with calm, blue waters. This opens a perfect window for surfing, snorkeling, and relaxing on white sand beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Highlands_Kandy_Ella_Nuwara_Eliya\"><\/span>Central Highlands (Kandy, Ella, Nuwara Eliya)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time is from January to April. The weather is cool and misty. Nature becomes green and lush. The skies are clearest in these months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"West_South_Coast_eg_Colombo_Galle_Mirissa_Bentota\"><\/span>West &amp; South Coast (e.g., Colombo, Galle, Mirissa, Bentota)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time is from December to April. This is the dry season, and it offers calm seas for swimming and snorkeling experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wildlife_Safaris_eg_Yala_National_Park_Udawalawe\"><\/span>Wildlife Safaris (e.g., Yala National Park, Udawalawe)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time to go for safaris is from February to October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_items_to_pack_for_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>What items to pack for Sri Lanka?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clothing_Items\"><\/span>Clothing Items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Modest temple wear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light breathable cotton casuals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are planning to visit Ella or Nuwara Eliya, bring a light jacket and winter clothes, as it can get quite chilly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimwear for the beaches and resort pools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Footwear\"><\/span>Footwear<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack sturdy and comfortable sandals for beaches and resorts, and pack heavy-duty and comfortable shoes for outdoor expeditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health\"><\/span>Health<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sun protection items such as sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insect repellent cream or spray<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic First aid kit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Electronics\"><\/span>Electronics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sri Lanka uses Types D, G, and M. A universal travel adapter is helpful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A camera<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waterproof phone and electronics cover<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_documents\"><\/span>Travel documents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You passport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Printed return tickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hotel bookings, and a pre-approved Sri Lanka\u2019s Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The journey becomes even easier when you know how to plan for Sri Lanka.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_plan_a_Sri_Lanka_tour_from_India\"><\/span>How to plan a Sri Lanka tour from India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning a trip to Sri Lanka is easier than you might think. If you&#8217;re wondering <strong>How to Plan Sri Lanka Tour from India<\/strong>, this guide covers the essential steps to help you organize a smooth and memorable vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decide_the_ideal_duration_for_your_trip\"><\/span>Decide the ideal duration for your trip.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first duration could be 4-5 days. It is for quick getaway to Sri Lanka. The places that could be covered in a similar short package are Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota, and Colombo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other one can be for 7 days or more. It gives a more relaxed time to explore Sri Lanka. The places that could be covered in a similar relaxed package are Colombo, Negombo, Dambulla, Kandy, and Bentota.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_time_to_visit\"><\/span>What is the best time to visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>February is the best overall month, offering dry, sunny weather across the popular southern and western coasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applying_for_Sri_Lanka_ETA\"><\/span>Applying for Sri Lanka ETA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Below I\u2019ve written the steps for the ETA-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official Sri Lanka ETA Website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select Visa Type from the options Tourist, Business, or Transit ETA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill the Form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the Fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your ETA will be processed and typically sent to your email within 24 to 72 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Print a copy of your ETA approval notice to present this and your passport to the immigration officer upon arrival in Sri Lanka.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_your_budget_prior\"><\/span>Plan your budget prior<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A 6 to 7-day trip to Sri Lanka from India can cost between \u20b935,000 to \u20b980,000 per person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Type of vacation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Expected Amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Budgeted trip<\/td><td>\u20b930,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mid-range trip<\/td><td>\u20b960,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Luxury trip<\/td><td>\u20b990,000+<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Accommodation and food expenses<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Type of expenses<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accommodation expenses (per night)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Food Expenses (per day)<\/strong> <strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Budgeted<\/td><td>\u20b9800 \u2013 \u20b93,000<\/td><td>\u20b9500 \u2013 \u20b9800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mid-range<\/td><td>\u20b94,000 \u2013 \u20b98,000<\/td><td>\u20b91,500 \u2013 \u20b92,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Luxury<\/td><td>\u20b910,000+<\/td><td>\u20b93,000+<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The next section will help you understand the <strong>best places of Sri Lanka<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_places_to_visit_in_Sri_Lanka_for_Indian_tourists\"><\/span>Best places to visit in Sri Lanka for Indian tourists<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lanka offers a great blend of stunning beaches, scenic hill stations, ancient landmarks, and wildlife experiences. If you&#8217;re looking for the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/sri-lanka-travel-guide\/\">best places to visit in Sri Lanka<\/a> for Indian Tourists<\/strong>, these destinations should definitely be included in your travel itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sigiriya\"><\/span>Sigiriya<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Sigiriya.jpg\" alt=\"Sigiriya Rock Fortress -How to travel to Sri Lanka from India\" class=\"wp-image-2713\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Sigiriya.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Sigiriya-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Sigiriya-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Sigiriya-96x60.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Sigiriya-150x93.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sigiriya or Lion Rock is an ancient rock fortress and palace complex in Sri Lanka&#8217;s Central Province. It was built in the 5th century by King Kashyapa. The size of this fortress is 1.5 hectares, 180 meters above the jungle. It has also been named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is globally renowned for its advanced water gardens, historical paintings, and the huge stone lion paws. Now it&#8217;s been used by Buddhist monks since the 3rd century B.C.E.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The trek to this palace requires around 1,200 steps. The standard entry cost is around $30 USD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kandy\"><\/span>Kandy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Kandy-Temple-of-the-Tooth-Relic.jpg\" alt=\"Kandy\" class=\"wp-image-2718\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Kandy-Temple-of-the-Tooth-Relic.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Kandy-Temple-of-the-Tooth-Relic-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Kandy-Temple-of-the-Tooth-Relic-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Kandy-Temple-of-the-Tooth-Relic-96x60.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Kandy-Temple-of-the-Tooth-Relic-150x93.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kandy is the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Kandy is situated in the lush central highlands of Sri Lanka. It is famous for the Temple of the Tooth, which is the house of one of Buddhism\u2019s most sacred relics. Visiting Kandy you\u2019ll be greeted by rolling tea plantations, beautiful artificial Kandy lake and cool weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was the last capital of the ancient Sinhalese kings until falling to the British in 1815.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Colombo\"><\/span>Colombo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Colombo.jpg\" alt=\"Colombo - How to travel to Sri Lanka from India\" class=\"wp-image-7013\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Colombo.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Colombo-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Colombo-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Colombo-107x60.jpg 107w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Colombo-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Colombo is the executive, judicial, and commercial capital of Sri Lanka. It is also its largest metropolis. Colombo is situated on the island&#8217;s west coast. It offers a vibrant blend of colonial architecture, modern high-rises, rich cultural heritage, and bustling street markets. The city is a rich mix of ethnicities and religions, including Sinhalese, Tamils, Muslims, and Burghers, which resulted in the capital\u2019s diverse culinary and cultural scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Top must-see attractions in Colombo are<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Galle Face Green<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lotus Tower<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gangaramaya Temple<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ella\"><\/span>Ella<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ella-sri-lanka.jpg\" alt=\"Ella - How to travel to Sri Lanka from India\" class=\"wp-image-3858\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ella-sri-lanka.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ella-sri-lanka-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ella-sri-lanka-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ella-sri-lanka-96x60.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ella-sri-lanka-150x93.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ella is an outstanding, beautiful town in central Sri Lanka. This mountain town is famous for its lush-green tea plantations and forests. The weather is cool with a misty atmosphere. In this town you&#8217;ll have amazing adventures, train rides, and a great place for relaxation. In this town you can take a train from Kandy to Ella, this train riddle is often rated as the most scenic train journeys in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best places to look for in Ella-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nine Arches Bridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Little Adam&#8217;s Peak<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ella Rock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ravana Falls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nuwara_Eliya\"><\/span>Nuwara Eliya<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"492\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/nuwara-eliya-1024x492.jpg\" alt=\"Romantic Getaways in Sri Lanka for Honeymooners\" class=\"wp-image-460\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/nuwara-eliya-1024x492.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/nuwara-eliya-300x144.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/nuwara-eliya-768x369.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/nuwara-eliya.jpg 1360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nuwara Eliya is Sri Lanka\u2019s premier hill station. It is also called&nbsp; &#8220;Little England.\u201d This hill station is located at 1,868 m above sea level. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The climate here is misty and cool. Nuwara Eliya is famous for its lush tea plantations, colonial-era architecture, and stunning mountain landscapes. The temperature here ranges between 12\u00b0C to 20\u00b0C, which is great to tackle Sri Lanka\u2019s tropical heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mirissa_Beach\"><\/span>Mirissa Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirissa-beach-sri-lanka.jpg\" alt=\"mirissa beach sri lanka\" class=\"wp-image-7014\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirissa-beach-sri-lanka.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirissa-beach-sri-lanka-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirissa-beach-sri-lanka-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirissa-beach-sri-lanka-107x60.jpg 107w, https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirissa-beach-sri-lanka-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mirissa is located on Sri Lanka\u2019s southern coast. It is famous for its golden sands, whale-watching, and lively nightlife. Mirissa is one of the world&#8217;s best spots to see majestic Blue Whales, as well as Sperm Whales and dolphins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After knowing the best places to visit, let&#8217;s see the best places <strong>where you can shop in Sri Lanka<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td>Shopping Market<\/td><td>Location<\/td><td>Things to buy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pettah Market<\/td><td>Colombo<\/td><td>Fresh produce, spices, textiles, electronics Wholesale goods<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Good Market<\/td><td>Colombo<\/td><td>Gifts Organic snacks Natural skincare Handmade crafts directly from local artisans.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kandy Market<\/td><td>Kandy<\/td><td>Ceylon spices Loose-leaf teas Traditional wood carvings<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Galle Fort Shopping Street<\/td><td>Galle<\/td><td>High-end souvenirs Ceylon cinnamon Artisanal jewelry<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ratnapura Gem Market<\/td><td>Ratnapura<\/td><td>Authentic, cut-and-polished precious stones<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pettah Floating Market<\/td><td>Colombo<\/td><td>Clothes Fruits Local handicrafts<\/td><\/tr><\/thead><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Lanka is an ideal international destination for Indian travelers, offering beautiful beaches, scenic landscapes, rich culture, delicious food, and easy connectivity. Indian travellers can get international tours with very budget-friendly prices as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With its close proximity to India and diverse attractions, it promises a memorable vacation for every type of traveler. Choosing a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sharpholidays.in\/tour-packages\/sri-lanka.html\">Sri Lanka holiday package from India<\/a><\/strong> can make your journey more convenient, allowing you to enjoy the best of this island paradise without any hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"sp-easy-accordion-block sp-eab-regular-accordion alignwide\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-wrapper sp-eab-vertical-accordion sp-eab-c590a88d300f\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion sp-eab-mode-vertical sp-eab-vertical-two sp-d-flex' data-accordion-settings=\"{&quot;mode&quot;:&quot;vertical&quot;,&quot;activeEvent&quot;:&quot;click&quot;,&quot;defaultAccordionOpen&quot;:&quot;first-item&quot;,&quot;selectedItemOpen&quot;:0,&quot;openMultiItemAtaTime&quot;:false,&quot;scrollToTopOnLoad&quot;:false,&quot;scrollToTopOnClick&quot;:false,&quot;accordionItemToUrl&quot;:false,&quot;animationEffect&quot;:false,&quot;applyAccessibility&quot;:true}\">\n        \t    \t\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-b91f194f3d5e\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Indians_need_a_visa_to_visit_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDo Indians need a visa to visit Sri Lanka?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Indian citizens must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before traveling to Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-6632d5ea95c4\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_time_to_visit_Sri_Lanka_from_India\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat is the best time to visit Sri Lanka from India?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>The best time is December to April and is generally considered ideal for most tourist destinations.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-7071e001176e\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_Indians_travel_to_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow can Indians travel to Sri Lanka?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>The easiest way is by taking a direct flight from major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-543c55e72350\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_reach_Sri_Lanka_from_India\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow long does it take to reach Sri Lanka from India?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Direct flights usually take between 1.5 and 4 hours, depending on the departure city.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-bb64c438b667\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Sri_Lanka_a_good_destination_for_family_vacations\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIs Sri Lanka a good destination for family vacations?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes, Sri Lanka offers family-friendly attractions, beaches, wildlife parks, cultural sites, and adventure activities that are suitable for every age.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-67f490889bb6\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_currency_is_used_in_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat currency is used in Sri Lanka?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>The official currency is the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-f2b094722c4a\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_vegetarian_food_available_in_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIs vegetarian food available in Sri Lanka?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes, vegetarian food is widely available.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-e9186b824331\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div 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sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Some of the best places are Colombo, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Ella.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-f1e66db498be\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Sri_Lanka_safe_for_Indian_tourists\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIs Sri Lanka safe for Indian tourists?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Sri Lanka is generally considered a safe destination for tourists. The travelers must follow basic rules.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-6bb6980ab744\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-8d300f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-8d300f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_should_I_book_a_Sri_Lanka_holiday_package_from_India\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhy should I book a Sri Lanka holiday package from India?\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-8d300f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p>A Sri Lanka holiday package from India helps simplify your travel planning by including flights, accommodation, sightseeing, and transfers in one convenient package.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sri Lanka is an awe-strucking island destination that combines natural beauty, rich culture, and memorable experiences. 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