Sri Lanka Ramayana & Cultural Trail

Why You'll Love This Tour

Ramayana temples, sacred sites, scenic hill country and spiritual experiences.

Beautiful Sri Lanka

Discover a balanced mix of culture, nature and memorable destinations.

Culture & Heritage

Experience temples, historic places and local traditions along the route.

Scenic Experiences

Travel through Sri Lanka's varied landscapes from heritage areas to hill country and coast.

Comfort & Assistance

Planned stays, transfers and travel assistance for a smooth holiday.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

7N / 8D Sri Lanka journey

DAY 01

DAY 01 | COLOMBO AIRPORT – NEGOMBO

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your representative for the onward journey.
Proceed towards Chilaw and visit the revered Munneswaram Temple and Manavari Temple, both associated with the Ramayana trail and important places of worship.
Continue to Negombo and check in at your hotel.

Overnight: Negombo

DAY 02

DAY 02 | NEGOMBO – TRINCOMALEE

After breakfast, depart for the eastern coast and travel towards Trincomalee.
On arrival, visit the famous Thirukoneswaram Temple, located dramatically on Swami Rock and overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Later, spend some relaxing time at Nilaveli Beach, if time and weather permit.
Return to the hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening.

Overnight: Trincomalee

DAY 03

DAY 03 | TRINCOMALEE – SIGIRIYA – KANDY

After breakfast, leave Trincomalee and proceed towards Sigiriya.
Visit the fascinating Cobra Hood Cave, known for its distinctive rock formation.
Guests may also choose to visit the renowned Sigiriya Rock Fortress as an optional experience, subject to time and applicable entrance fees.
Continue your journey to Kandy. On arrival, enjoy a short city tour and explore the atmosphere of this historic hill capital.

Overnight: Kandy

DAY 04

DAY 04 | KANDY – RAMBODA – NUWARA ELIYA

After breakfast, begin your journey towards the picturesque tea country.
Stop at Ramboda to visit the Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple, an important destination associated with the Ramayana.
Continue to Ramboda Falls, one of the beautiful waterfalls located amidst Sri Lanka's green hill landscapes.
Proceed to Nuwara Eliya and visit Gayathri Peedam and the Sita Amman Temple, both significant stops on the Ramayana trail.
Check in to your hotel and relax.

Overnight: Nuwara Eliya

DAY 05

DAY 05 | NUWARA ELIYA – DIVURUMPOLA – ELLA

After breakfast, visit Ashok Vatika, traditionally associated with the place where Sita is believed to have stayed during her captivity.
Continue to Divurumpola Temple, which is traditionally connected with the story of Sita's trial by fire.
Later, proceed towards Ella, enjoying the scenic mountain roads and lush surroundings.
Visit Ravana Cave and Ravana Falls, two popular attractions linked to the local Ramayana traditions.

Overnight: Ella

DAY 06

DAY 06 | ELLA – KATARAGAMA

After breakfast, continue towards Kataragama, one of Sri Lanka's important pilgrimage destinations.
Visit the Kataragama Temple complex, which is revered by devotees from different religious communities.
The evening can be spent at leisure or, depending on the temple schedule, guests may have the opportunity to observe or participate in the traditional evening worship rituals.

Overnight: Kataragama

DAY 07

DAY 07 | KATARAGAMA – COLOMBO

After breakfast, begin the journey towards Colombo.
En route, visit the Sri Anjaneyar Temple and Kelaniya Vibhishana Temple, adding further spiritual and cultural experiences to the journey.
Continue to Colombo and enjoy a city tour covering some of the city's prominent areas and landmarks.
Later, spend time shopping or exploring Colombo at your own pace.

Overnight: Colombo

DAY 08

DAY 08 | COLOMBO – AIRPORT DEPARTURE

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport for your onward flight.
Your Sri Lanka journey comes to an end with memorable experiences from the island's cultural, spiritual and scenic destinations.

Meals: Breakfast