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Ramayanaya Trail in Sri Lanka: With Kandy Cultural Show

8 Nights / 9 Days

Colombo(0N) → Negombo(1N) → Kandy(3N) → Nuwara Eliya(2N) → Kataragama(1N) → Colombo(1N)

$ 620* per adult onwards

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Twin-sharing rooms

Private cab with driver

Sightseeing in a private cab

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Twin-sharing rooms
Private cab with driver
Sightseeing in a private cab

Free Entrance Ticket for Culture Show in Kandy

Day Excursion to Major Ramayana Site

Trip Highlights

Explore the ancient Kelaniya Temple in Colombo, believed to have been visited by Lord Rama during his exile.

Visit the Divurumpola Temple in Nuwara Eliya, where Sita underwent the trial by fire to prove her purity.

Discover the significance of the sacred shrines in Kandy, including the Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Tooth) and the Gadaladeniya Temple.

Enjoy scenic drives through picturesque landscapes, from the serene beaches of Negombo to the lush tea estates of Nuwara Eliya.

Short Itinerary

Day Agenda
Day 1 Transfer to Negombo
Day 2 Negombo – Chilaw – Kandy
Day 3 Kandy Sightseeing & Culture Show
Day 4 Kandy – Mahiyangana – Kandy
Day 5 Transfer to Nuwara Eliya
Day 6 Nuwara Eliya – Ella
Day 7 Kataragama /Galle /Colombo
Day 8 Colombo Sightseeing
Day 9 Transfer to Airport

Trip Overview

Embark on a sacred pilgrimage through Sri Lanka, tracing the footsteps of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita as you explore the Ramayana Trail. This 9-day itinerary takes you to significant sites associated w (Read More)ith the ancient Indian epic, offering a unique blend of spirituality, culture, and natural beauty. Delve into the timeless tale of the Ramayana as you visit revered temples, sacred sites, and historical landmarks across Sri Lanka. From the tranquil shores of Negombo to the misty hills of Nuwara Eliya and the vibrant streets of Colombo, each destination holds a special place in the epic narrative.

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Day 1: Transfer to Negombo

  • Arrive in Sri Lanka, and you will be met by a representative on arrival at the airport and transfer to Negombo.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Negombo.

  • Negombo – Chilaw – Kandy – Approx 1 hours drive.
  • After breakfast, proceed to Muneeshwaram Temple, Chilaw Muneeshwaram Temple. It is believed that Muneeshwaram predates the Ramayana and a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva was located here. Muneeshwaram means the first temple for Shiva (Munnu + Easwaran). 
  • Thereafter proceed to Mannavari Temple. Mannavari, The first lingam was installed at Mannavari, about 5km from here, near the banks of the Deduru Oya.
  • Thereafter, proceed to Kandy [Approximately 03 ½ hours drive]
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Kandy.

  • After Breakfast, Kandy sightseeing tour, and afterward, proceed to the upcountry.
  • Visit Sitha tear pond and Chariot path and then go back to Kandy.
  • Check-in at the hotel for refreshments.
  • Afterward, they attend the Pooja ceremony at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. (In Decent Attire)
  • In the evening, view a cultural show featuring various dance types of Sri Lanka.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Kandy

Kandy – Mahiyangana – Kandy – Approx 2 Hours Drive.
  • After Breakfast Day excursion to major Ramayana sites Dunuwila & Laggala, Yahanagala, Weragantota, Sitakotuwa, Gurulupota Lankapura Dunuvila & Laggala Dunuvila (the site where Ravana died) and Laggala (where Ravana prayed to Lord Shankara).

Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Approx 2 ½ Hours Drive.
  • After Breakfast, transfer to Nuwara Eliya.
  • En route, visit Ramboda Hanuman Temple, Water Falls, and Tea Factory & Estate.
  • Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple.
  • In the hills of Ramboda, where Hanuman was searching for Sita, the Chinmaya Mission of Sri Lanka built the Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, which thousands of devotees visit yearly. 
  • Thereafter commence Nuwara Eliya City Tour, including Gregory Lake and Victoria Park.
  • Nuwara Eliya, the ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka, is set against beautiful backdrops of Mountains, Valleys, Waterfalls and Tea Plantations. It is supposed to be one of the coldest places on the island but is just like an England spring day, although the temperature does drop at night. All around Nuwara Eliya, you will see evidence of British influence. Houses are like country cottages or Queen Ann-style mansions.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Nuwara Eliya.

Nuwara Eliya – Ella – Kataragama – Approx 3 ½ Hours drive.
  • After Breakfast, visit the most important Ramayana legend sites: Sita Amman Temple & Ashoka Vanam, Haggala Botanical Garden, Divurumpola Temple, Ravana caves & Waterfalls.
  • The Sita Amman Temple can be seen en route to the Hakgala Botanical Gardens. The prominent temple architecture will not fail to attract your attention. Ancient statues of Rama and Sita can be seen on one side of the temple. Today's temple is a modern building with its paintings, statues and pillars decorated with sculptures depicting the tale of Rama and Sita.
  • The Hakgala Botanical Gardens was one of the pleasure gardens of King Ravana. This garden was expanded during the British period and has a wide variety of flowers, including an excellent collection of orchids. This is the exotic pleasure garden where King Ravana kept the depressed Sita, insisting that she marry him. 
  • Thousands still revere Divurumpola Temple; this holy haven was the place where Sita performed her Agni Pariksha (proving her chastity) to her husband, Rama. Continuing the practice for thousands of years, villagers still pledge their fidelity or take oaths there, and even in certain courts, this agreement was binding. This place has been respected and worshipped by people down the ages.
  • Istreepura caves -the Sinhalese word Ishtripura or Shtripura means “area of women.”

KATARAGAMA /GALLE /COLOMBO – APPROX 04 HOURS DRIVE
  • After Breakfast proceed to Colombo.
  • En-route visit Ussangoda, Rumassala Sanjeewanee drops.
  • Thereafter Galle City Tour including Galle fort, The Dutch Museum, and the Dutch Church.
  • Ussangoda Ussangoda is a strange coastal area because of its lack of trees. Its serpentine rock contains toxic heavy metals. Only specific smaller plants were able to adapt to this soil. Besides, the Ramayana Trail legend has it that earlier on, King Ravana used the Ussangoda plateau as an airport for his Dandumonara peacock chariot before Hanuman devastated the landing site.
  • After that, transfer to Colombo.
  • Visit Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple. Anjaneyar Temple This kovil is the first Anjaneyar temple in Sri Lanka and the only one on the island dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his Panchamuga form – with five faces. It is said to be the only temple in the world to have a chariot for Anjaneyar. Its chariot festival is held annually at the end of December or at the beginning of January. It is one of the most popular processes in Sri Lanka’s capital, Colombo. Visitors are advised to wash their hands and feet before entering the temple and not to cross their hands inside the temple.
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Colombo.

  • After Breakfast, commence Colombo sightseeing Tour, including Kelaniya Vibeeshana Temple.
  • Kelaniya Vibeeshana Temple Kelaniya is a Buddhist sanctuary in the first place because it is believed to be visited by the Buddha himself. Within the temple premises, there is a Hindu shrine, too. It is dedicated to Lord Vibhishana, the younger brother of Ravana. During the legendary war on Lanka, he supported Lord Rama because he disapproved of Ravana’s trespass of Sita’s abduction. After Ravana’s death, Rama appointed Vibhishana as the new king of Lanka. Vibhishana is venerated by Sinhalese Buddhists as a God, they believe him to be one of the main protectors of the island, especially in its western territories.
  • Thereafter shopping
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Colombo.

After Breakfast transfer to Airport for the departure flight

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Meals & other inclusions

    • Arrival to departure transport by luxury air-conditioned vehicle
    • Arrival to departure transport by luxury air-conditioned vehicle
    • Accommodation with breakfast & dinner
    • All sightseeing
    • All parking fees & highway fees
    • Government taxes
    • Free entrance ticket for culture show in Kandy
    • Free head & shoulder massage in Spice Garden at Mavenella

Exclusions

    • Airfare
    • Entry visa fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details.
    • Any compulsory room supplement during the tour
    • Video & camera permit at sights
    • Entrance fees for visiting places
    • Meals outside of the stated meal plan
    • Expenses of personal nature
    • Any other services not specified above
    • Early checking & late checkout (check-in time 14.00 & check-out time noon)
    • Tips & portages
    • Transportation cost for visiting any places outside of the final agreed itinerary

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