Ramayana Trail

On arrival at Colombo Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to Chilaw, stopping en route at Munneswaram Temple, linked to Lord Rama’s penance, and Manavari Temple, believed to be where Lord Rama installed the first Shiva Lingam after his battle with Ravana. Both sites are deeply revered in the Ramayana trail. By late afternoon, check into your hotel in Chilaw and unwind. Evening is free to relax or reflect at leisure before dinner. Overnight stay in Chilaw.

After breakfast, drive to Trincomalee, a scenic coastal city with one of the world’s finest natural harbors. On arrival, enjoy leisure time at its golden beaches before visiting the famed Koneswaram Temple, perched atop Swami Rock overlooking the Indian Ocean. Known as the “Temple of a Thousand Pillars,” this Shiva temple is considered one of the five ancient Iswarams of Sri Lanka. After seeking blessings and admiring the breathtaking views, return to your hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Trincomalee.

After breakfast, depart for Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an architectural marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb the “Lion Rock,” exploring ancient frescoes, landscaped gardens, and palace ruins with panoramic views from the summit. After lunch, continue your journey to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, a deeply spiritual site for Buddhists worldwide. Later, check in to your hotel and relax. Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy.

Post breakfast, travel to Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s hill country. En route, stop at Ramboda Falls for scenic views, followed by a visit to the Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple, built by the Chinmaya Mission on hills where Hanuman searched for Sita. This serene temple hosts special poojas, particularly on full moon days. Continue to Nuwara Eliya, fondly known as “Little England,” for its colonial charm and cool climate. Visit Gayathri Peedam Temple, another Ramayana-linked site, before relaxing at your hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

After breakfast, begin a full-day Ramayana trail in Nuwara Eliya. Visit Sita Amman Temple, dedicated to Sita and surrounded by sites linked to her captivity. Continue to Ashok Vatika and Hakgala Botanical Garden, where Sita is believed to have been held. In the afternoon, visit Divurumpola Temple, associated with Sita’s Agni Pariksha. These spiritually rich locations are set amidst scenic landscapes, enhancing the mythological connection. Return to your hotel by evening. Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Today, travel back to Colombo, stopping en route at Kelaniya Temple, believed to be the site where Vibhishana, Ravana’s brother, was crowned king. Continue to Colombo for a panoramic city tour, covering Galle Face Green, Pettah Market, Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple, and shopping precincts. This tour blends modern charm with colonial heritage. In the evening, enjoy free leisure time or shopping before dinner. Overnight stay in Colombo.

After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time depending on your flight schedule. Later, transfer to Colombo International Airport for your onward journey. Bid farewell with spiritually enriching and cultural memories of your Sri Lanka Ramayana Trail.