Kandy to Trincomalee
Travel from Kandy to Trincomalee with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. The cultural heart of Sri Lanka, set among misty hills and home to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. A stunning natural harbour on the east coast with pristine beaches, hot springs, and sacred Hindu temples. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.
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Distance
222 km
Estimated Travel Time
~5h 33m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
Things to Do in Kandy
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Kandy Lake & City Walk
A pleasant walk around the scenic lake in the heart of Kandy, with views of the cloud-capped hills.
Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
Stroll through 147 acres of stunning gardens featuring giant bamboo, orchids, a spice garden, and a famous Java fig tree.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Visit the world-famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. Watch baby elephants being bottle-fed and see the entire herd walk to the nearby river for their daily bath — a truly magical experience just a short drive from Kandy.
Spice Garden Tour
Learn about cinnamon, cardamom, and other native spices at a working plantation outside Kandy.
Temple of the Tooth Relic
Visit Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist site, housing the revered tooth relic of the Buddha within a beautiful golden shrine.
Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show
A colourful evening performance of ancient Kandyan drumming, fire walking, and classical dance.
Things to Do in Trincomalee
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Kanniya Hot Springs
Visit seven ancient wells with naturally warm water at different temperatures — a unique geological curiosity.
Koneswaram Temple Visit
A sacred Hindu temple perched on Swami Rock cliff, offering dramatic views over Trincomalee's natural harbour.
Nilaveli Beach Day
Relax on one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful and uncrowded white-sand beaches on the east coast.
Pigeon Island Snorkeling
Sri Lanka's best snorkeling — crystal-clear waters with blacktip reef sharks, stingrays, and abundant coral.
Whale Watching (Blue & Sperm Whales)
One of the world's best locations for blue and sperm whale sightings, just off the Trincomalee coast.
