Trips

Sri Lanka Divine Heritage & Ramayana Trail Tour

8 Days 7 Nights

Transportation
Private vehicle, Airlines
Accomodation
Premium Stays
Best season
October to April
Tour type
Family, Cultural tour
Meals
All meals
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate

Overview

Experience the spiritual soul of Sri Lanka on this immersive 8-day pilgrimage and heritage tour covering ancient Hindu temples, sacred Buddhist sites, Ramayana landmarks, hill country landscapes, and coastal heritage cities. From the revered Shiva temples of Chilaw, Mannar, Jaffna, and Trincomalee to the sacred Buddhist cities of Anuradhapura and Kandy, and the Ramayana trail in Nuwara Eliya and Ella, this journey offers deep devotion blended with scenic beauty and cultural discovery.

Highlights

Visit Munneswaram & Manavari Temples (Pancha Ishwaram circuit)
Explore Anuradhapura UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Darshan at Thirukethiswaram, Naguleswaram & Koneswaram Temples
Experience Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, Jaffna
Relax at Trincomalee Hot Water Springs
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO)
Sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy
Scenic hill drive via Ramboda Waterfall & Tea Factory
Ramayana sites: Seetha Amman Temple, Ashok Vatika, Ravana Falls
Iconic Nine Arch Bridge, Ella
Holy visit to Kataragama Temple
Explore Galle Fort & Colombo City

Day 01 :

Arrival – Chilaw – Anuradhapura

Arrive at Colombo International Airport and meet your professional driver/guide. Proceed to Chilaw to visit the sacred Munneswaram and Manavari Temples, important Shiva pilgrimage sites. Continue to Anuradhapura and explore Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, Ruwanwelisaya, Jetavanaramaya, and Abhayagiri Monastery. Overnight stay in Anuradhapura.

Day 02 :

Anuradhapura – Mannar – Jaffna

After breakfast, drive to Mannar to visit the ancient Thirukethiswaram Temple, one of the Pancha Ishwarams of Lord Shiva. Continue your journey to Jaffna, witnessing the cultural transition to Sri Lanka’s northern peninsula. Overnight stay in Jaffna.

Day 03 :

Jaffna – Trincomalee

Visit Naguleswaram Temple and the vibrant Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, dedicated to Lord Murugan. Later proceed to Trincomalee to visit the cliff-top Thiru Koneswaram Temple overlooking the Indian Ocean. Relax at the Trincomalee Hot Wells. Overnight stay in Trincomalee.

Day 04 :

Trincomalee – Dambulla – Kandy

After breakfast, travel towards Kandy with an en-route visit to the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for ancient murals and Buddha statues. Continue to Kandy and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic. Enjoy a peaceful walk around Kandy Lake. Overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 05 :

Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

Proceed through scenic hill country visiting Ramboda Waterfall, Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, and a tea factory plantation. Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England.” Visit Seetha Amman Temple and Ashok Vatika, important Ramayana sites. Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 06 :

Nuwara Eliya – Ella – Kataragama

Travel via Ella, enjoying breathtaking views. Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana Waterfall, associated with the Ramayana epic. Continue to Kataragama and visit the sacred Kataragama Temple, revered by Hindus, Buddhists, and Muslims. Overnight stay in Kataragama.

Day 07 :

Kataragama – Galle – Colombo

After breakfast, drive along the southern coast to Galle. Explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort with its colonial architecture and ocean views. Continue to Colombo for a city tour including Gangaramaya Temple, National Museum, and Pettah Market. Overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 08 :

Colombo – Departure

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport as per flight schedule. Depart Sri Lanka with spiritual fulfillment and unforgettable memories.

What is included in this trek package?

Transportation using A/C private vehicle throughout the tour.
Accommodation in hotels/resorts with breakfast included.
Arrival assistance at Port Blair airport or ferry terminal.
All parking and toll charges during the trip.
All applicable taxes, including ferry/cruise charges for Port Blair – Havelock – Port Blair.
Sightseeing entry tickets: Cellular Jail, Sound & Light Show, Ross Island, Elephant Beach boat charges.
Assistance by our tour representative throughout the trip.

What is excluded in this trek package?

Air tickets or ferry tickets to/from Port Blair (except as mentioned in inclusions).
Meals other than breakfast and services/facilities not mentioned in the inclusions.
Entrance fees or activity charges not included in the itinerary.
Tips, telephone charges, and laundry.
Personal expenses such as shopping, alcoholic beverages, mineral water, snacks, and other items not part of the set menu.
Adventure and water sports activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking (unless mentioned).
Any expenses due to illness, accident, hospitalization, or anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions.