Sri Lankan Ramayana Yatra

Early Morning

• Anuradhapura Sacred City (Start 8:00 AM) (Duration: 3-4 hours)
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Visit Sri Maha Bodhi tree (2,300+ years old)
  • See ancient dagobas: Ruwanwelisaya, Jetavanaramaya, Abhayagiri
  • Explore Moonstone and Guard Stones
  • Ancient pools and ruins of monasteries

Late Morning

• Transfer to Trincomalee (2.5-3 hours drive)
  • Scenic route through North Central Province
  • Check into beachfront accommodation

Afternoon

• Koneswaram Hindu Temple (Start 3:00 PM) (Duration: 1-1.5 hours)
  • Ancient clifftop temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
  • Perched dramatically on Swami Rock
  • Panoramic views of Trincomalee Bay
  • Rich history dating back 2,000+ years
  • Hindu religious ceremonies and architecture

Late Afternoon/Evening

• Leisure at Trincomalee
  • Relax at pristine beaches (Uppuveli or Nilaveli)

Early Morning

• Dambulla Cave Temple (Start 8:00 AM) (Duration: 2 hours)
  • Explore 5 ancient cave temples (Golden Temple)
  • Marvel at 150+ Buddha statues and ancient frescoes
  • Panoramic views from the hilltop

Mid-Morning

• Herbal & Spice Garden (En-route stop) (Duration: 1-1.5 hours)
  • Guided tour of cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, vanilla plantations
  • Learn about Ayurvedic herbs and medicinal plants
  • Sample fresh spices and herbal teas
  • Optional spice shopping

Afternoon

• Mutthumari Amman Hindu Kovil (Duration: 45 minutes - 1 hour)
  • Traditional Tamil Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Mariamman
  • Colorful Dravidian architecture and religious ceremonies
  • Cultural significance in local Hindu community

Late Afternoon

• Transfer to Kandy (Complete journey)
  • Check into accommodation
  • Rest and freshen up

Evening

• Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) (Duration: 1.5-2 hours)
  • Visit Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist temple
  • View the golden casket housing Buddha's tooth relic
  • Observe evening puja ceremonies

Night (Optional)

• Traditional Dance & Fire Show

• Enjoy Kandy City & Shopping
  • Take a tour of the city of Kandy accompanied by a shopping experience – which is in itself an invigorating experience; every corner tells a story of this culturally rich city and leaves behind beautiful moments to cherish.
• Explore Ceylon Tea Culture
  • Although change is gradually sweeping over the legendary rolling hills of Sri Lanka that is home to tea estates, the splendid views that enthralled Sir Thomas Lipton who was mesmerized by the beauty around Dambatenne remain. Standing on the peak acknowledged today as Lipton’s Seat, he could survey one of the most striking parts of the country, the rolling hills and cascading waterfalls suddenly giving way abruptly to the tableland of the south, as far as the eye can reach, almost to the Indian Ocean.
• Ramboda Falls
  • Sightseeing on the way to waterfalls
• Sri Bhaktha Hamuman Temple
  • The temple features vibrant sculptures and murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana, showcasing intricate craftsmanship.

• Visit Sitha Amman Temple
  • The temple is believed to be the spot where Goddess Sitha was held captive by the demon king Ravana. It is a key site for devotees who seek blessings and pay homage to the divine feminine
• Visit Divurumpola Temple
  • Divurumpola is linked to the Ramayana legend, specifically Sita’s Agni Pariksha (fire ordeal), where she proved her purity to Rama after her rescue from Ravana. The Sinhalese name Divurumpola (“place of oath”) aligns with its historical role in settling disputes through oaths
• Sightseen on the way to Ravana Waterfall
• Ravana Cave
  • According to local legend, Ravana Cave is associated with Ravana, the legendary king from the Ramayana epic. It is believed to have been one of his hideouts during his time.

• Morning Safari at Yala National Park
• Katharagama Temple
  • Kataragama temple in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, is a temple complex dedicated to Buddhist guardian deity Kataragama deviyo and Hindu War God Murugan
• Ussangoda Ramayana Site
  • The ride takes you through picturesque waterways lined with mangroves, offering stunning views of the natural surroundings.

• Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple
  • Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple considered as the first Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka. Also this Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka which dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his Panchamuga form, meaning five faces. This temple is located Colombo Sri Lanka.
• Kelaniya Temple
  • Even though Kelaniya is very important Buddhist Temple in Sri Lanka, there is a direct link between Ramayana tour Sri Lanka and Kelaniya Buddhist Temple. Ramayana states that after the death of King Ravana , King Vibhishana  was crowned by Lakshmana . So Kelaniya is the place which had been ruled by Vibhishana
• Colombo City Tour

• Final preparations - Pack and check-out
• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport
• Departure - International flight