1N Anuradhapura 1N Trincomalee 2N Kandy 1N Nuwara Eliya 1N Kataragama 1N Colombo
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Wi-Fi This 7-day Ramayana Circuit Tour in Sri Lanka immerses travelers in mythology, culture, and natural beauty. Explore sacred temples in Chilaw and Anuradhapura, coastal charms of Trincomalee, cultural treasures in Kandy, and serene hill stations like Nuwara Eliya.
Visit iconic sites such as Kataragama, Sita Amman Temple, and Hanuman’s Trail, alongside waterfalls, caves, and lush tea plantations. Conclude your journey in Colombo, experiencing historic forts, temples, and legends tied to the epic Ramayana.
Explore Colombo, Kandy, Trincomalee, Nuwara Eliya, and Kataragama on this 8-day Ramayana Trail, visiting sacred temples, cultural landmarks, waterfalls, caves, and scenic landscapes, offering spiritual insights and cultural immersion.
Upon your arrival in Sri Lanka, enjoy a seamless transfer to Chilaw, just 1.5 hours from the airport. Among your first stops is Munneswaram Temple, a holy place to which, after the Brahmahasti sin with Sita, King Rama came to pray to Lord Shiva to redeem himself.
Lord Shiva instructed him to install and worship lingams at five locations, one of which is Munneswaram. You will visit the Manavari Temple, where Lord Rama is said to have installed the first Shiva lingam, known as Ramalingam, which is worshipped to this day.
After these spiritual visits, embark on a 3-hour journey to Anuradhapura, where you'll enjoy a delightful dinner and an overnight stay.
After an early breakfast, you will check out of the hotel and explore Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage site known as the cradle of the Sinhalese Buddhist civilization. During your two-hour tour, you’ll marvel at the ancient stupas, sacred Bodhi Trees, and grand reservoirs that symbolize Sri Lanka's rich cultural heritage.
After this heritage exploration, you’ll be transferred to Trincomalee. Visit the shrine of Thirukoneswaram Temple, said to have been constructed by Sage Agasthiyar under the instructions of Lord Shiva. This temple holds a special position in Ramayana legends, as Lord Shiva was pleased with Ravana’s devotion and constructed a temple in his name.
You shall also visit Lover's Leap and other attractions of Trincomalee. In the evening, return to your hotel in Trincomalee for a delightful dinner and overnight stay.
Day three takes you along Sri Lanka’s scenic route from Trincomalee to Kandy, with several remarkable stops along the way.
Begin with a visit to the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most extensive and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Continue to a spice garden in Matale, where you can enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan lunch and explore aromatic herbs and spices.
Upon arrival in Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth, home to one of Buddhism’s most revered relics. Conclude the day with a Kandy city tour, featuring its lush hills, serene Kandy Lake, and historic landmarks. Dinner and overnight stay are in Kandy.
Day four is dedicated to Kandy and its unique attractions.
Start with a visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where you can observe elephants being cared for in their natural habitat. Next, take a stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens of Peradeniya, home to a vast collection of rare and exotic plant species.
In the evening, enjoy a cultural show in Kandy at 5:30 PM, featuring traditional Kandyan dance, drumming, and fire-walking displays. Return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Kandy.
After breakfast, drive to Nuwara Eliya.
On the way, visit the Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple in Ramboda, a pilgrimage site associated with Lord Hanuman’s search for Sita Devi. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, also known as "Little England," and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the town, famous for its tea plantations, scenic landscapes, and colonial-era architecture.
Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
Begin your day with a visit to the Sita Amman Temple, the only temple in Sri Lanka dedicated to Sita, located at the site where she was held captive by Ravana.
Explore Ashoka Vatika, now part of the Hakgala Botanic Gardens. Drive to Kataragama, stopping at Divurumpola Temple, where Sita is believed to have undergone the Agni Pariksha (fire ordeal).
Continue to Ravana Waterfalls and Ravana Caves in Ella.
Check into your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Kataragama.
In the morning, visit the Kataragama Temple, devoted to Lord Skanda, a pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists.
Explore Ussangoda, believed to be the landing place of Lord Rama's flying chariot, Pushpak Vimana.
Visit Rumassala Hill in Galle and the Galle Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Proceed to Colombo for dinner and an overnight stay.
On your last day, visit the Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple, the first Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his five-faced form.
Explore the Kelaniya Vibhishana Temple, associated with King Vibhishana.
Conclude your spiritual journey on the Ramayana Trail and depart from Colombo with cherished memories.
