Ramayana Trail

Chilaw/ Marawila, Trincomalee, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Colombo
Duration

7 Days 6 Nights

Tour Type

Customized

Tour Category

Asia, International Tours

In epic Ramayana, Lanka plays an important role in shaping the story. The abode of the King Ravana is described as an island with homes and palaces made of gold. Rama’s army built a bridge on the sea to cross over. They finally defeated Ravana and took Sita home. Look for best time to visit Sri Lanka and plan your Ramayana trail.

Highlights

In epic Ramayana, Lanka plays an important role in shaping the story. The abode of the King Ravana is described as an island with homes and palaces made of gold. Rama’s army built a bridge on the sea to cross over. They finally defeated Ravana and took Sita home. Look for best time to visit Sri Lanka and plan your Ramayana trail.

Lanka is today known as the modern Sri Lanka. Every year millions of Hindu devotees visit Sri Lanka to pay their respects. Among all the things to do in Sri Lanka exploring the locations where events of Ramayana took place is an amazing activity.

There are several places of key value to do the Ramayana trail in Sri Lanka. Here are some of the important places to visit in Sri Lanka that you can explore to learn this country’s importance in Hindu mythology.


Day 01 : Airport - Chilaw

Arrival to Sri Lanka, Your chauffeur/ guide will meet you at the airport, and drive you to Chilaw. Enroute visit Munishwaram Temple & Manavari Temple in Chilaw Munishwaram Temple : It is believed that Munishwaram predates the Ramayana and a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva was located here. Munishwaram means the first temple for Shiva (Munnu + Easwaran). Manavari Temple : Manavari is the first lingam installed and prayed by Rama and till date this lingam is called as Ramalinga Shivan. Rameshwaram is the only other lingam in world named after Lord Rama. Check-in Hotel & relax DINNER & OVERNIGHT STAY AT CHILAW

Day 02 : Chilaw – Trincomalee

After breakfast checkout & proceed to Trincomalee. Afternoon enjoy Trincomalee city tour. Koneswaram Temple : Koneswaram temple of Trincomalee (also historically known as the Thirukonamamalai Konesar Kovil, the Temple of the Thousand Pillars and Thiru-Konamamalai Maccakeswaram Kovil) is an Hindu temple in Trincomalee, Eastern Province,Sri Lanka venerated by Saivites throughout the continent. It is built atop Swami Rock, a rocky promontory cape overlooking Trincomalee, a classical period harbour port town. Shankari Temple : The famed SHANKARI Temple, in Sri Lanka, is one of the 18 Devi Temples (Ashta Dasha Shakti Peethas). Many have heard the Ashtadasha Shakti Peetha Shloka starting with LANKAAYAAM SHAANKARI DEVI.composed by Sri Adi Shankara which means Shankari in Lanka. This Shloka enumerates the list of places of Devi temples which are considered to be part of the 18 Devi Peethas. Check-in Hotel & relax DINNER & OVERNIGHT STAY AT TRINCOMALEE

Day 03 : Trincomalee – Sigiriya

After the breakfast & proceed to Sigiriya. Afternoon discover the 8th wonder of the world – the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Dating back to the 5th Century A.D, this astounding ‘city’ on the summit of a high outcrop was the royal citadel of King Kassapa for over 18 years. A miraculous feat of artistry and engineering, its unique features and exquisite frescoes continue to amaze all who visit it, even today. Evening climb to Dambulla cave Temple - also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo and 72 kilometres north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Rest of the free leisure at the Hotel DINNER & OVERNIGHT STAY AT SIGIRIYA

Day 04 : Sigiriya – Kandy

After the breakfast & proceed to Kandy, enroute visit spice Garden & Gem Shop Afternoon enjoy Kandy City tour The hill capital of Sri Lanka; Kandy, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. Not only is it a beautiful city surrounded by mountains, it is also home to significant historic and religious attractions such as the Temple of the Tooth Relic. Kandy Lake The Kandy Lake is a Great place to People to watch in the shade of the ancient trees. Go for a walk with your travel buddy One of the unique aspects of Kandy as its laidback streets. Full of colorful kaleidoscope of colonial building house. Temple of the Tooth relic Explore the sacred temple of the Tooth relic, a historic location on both cultural and religious significance. The Temple of the Tooth Relic is the jewel in the heart of the old city, captivating and majestic. It is a greatly venerated site as the place that holds the Tooth Relic of the Buddha and thus attracts pilgrims from all over the world and the island Cultural Dance show Catch a cultural Kandyan dance show towards the end of the day to bring a close the most prefect day in the hill capital DINNER & OVERNIGHT STAY AT KANDY

Day 05 : Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

After Breakfast proceed to Nuwara Eliya, enroute visit a Tea Factory, one of the main sources of foreign exchange for Sri Lanka and recognized as Ceylon Tea is renowned for its high – quality aroma and taste & Sri Bhaktha hanuman temple, where Hanuman was searching for Sita, the Chinmaya Mission of Sri Lanka built the Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple which is visited by thousands of devotees every year. Evening enjoy Nuwara Eliya city tour. Visit the spectacular Sitha Amman Kovil According to legend, Seetha Amman temple is said to be the place that Ravana, King of Lanka kept Sita during his time. Have a Taste of Unique NuwaraEliya Try some of the freshest strawberries right from the very hub of the delicious and tangy fruit and explore he city for easts line the famous potato spiral. Smell the bloom at Hakgala Gardens At 5400 ft above seal level the hakgala botanical garden has a history dating back to 1862. Take a walk amidst the blooms and become captivated Explore the city’s Colonial History Nuwara Eliya is full of colonial building such as the famous Post Office which is housed in an 1894 Tudo Manor. Check-in Hotel & relax DINNER & OVERNIGHT STAY AT NUWARA ELIYA

Day 06 : NuwaraEliya – Colombo

After Breakfast check out and proceed to Colombo. Colombo - a drive through the city taking you to the busy commercial areas as well as the tree-lined residential, Cinnamon Gardens. Visit Fort, the former British administrative center and military garrison, Sea Street - the Goldsmith's quarters in the heart of Pettah, the Bazaar area, where is also a Hindu Temple with elaborate stone carvings and the Dutch Church of Wolfendhal dating back to 1749. The historic Dawatagaha Mosque and the former Eye Hospital are two buildings in Cinnamon Gardens worth looking at. Also visit the BMICH, see the replica of Avukana Buddha and the Independence Square. Also visit Anjaneyar Temple & Kalaniya Temple Anjaneyar Temple : This is the first Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka and also the only Panchamuga (five faced) Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka. Its the only temple in the world to have a chariot for Ajanyear. Kelaniya Temple : After King Ravana’s death, Vibeeshana was coroneted as King of Lanka by Lakshmana at Kelaniya. There are murals enshrined outside the Buddhist temple depicting the crowning of Vibeeshana. The Kelani River is mentioned in the Valmiki Ramayana and Vibeeshana palace was said to be on the banks of this river Check-in Hotel & relax DINNER & OVERNIGHT STAY AT COLOMBO

Day 07 Colombo – Airport

After Breakfast proceed to Airport to connect departure flight

Chilaw/ Marawila

Carolina Beach Hotel- Deluxe Room

Trincomalee

Trincomalee Beach Resort & Spa – Standard Sea View

Sigiriya

Pelwehera Village- Standard Room

Kandy

Mountbatten Hotel Kandy -Deluxe Room

Nuwara Eliya

Oakray Summer Hill Breeze – Deluxe Room

Colombo

Grand Oriental Hotel -Standard Room

  • Inclusions

  • 06 Night’s Accommodation on HB Basis/ Breakfast & Dinner at the Hotel
  • All transfers in a private AC Car / Van with sightseeing as per the above itinerary (Entry Tickets are not Included)
  • Expressway & parking charges
  • Service of a Professional English-speaking Chauffer
  • All local & Government Taxes
  • Exclusions

  • Entrance Fees to sights to be paid direct by the clients.
  • Late Check-out & Early check in charges at the Hotels.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, mini bar charges, beverages, liquor, telephone charges, etc.
  • Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details.
  • Lunch NOT Included
  • Perahera Supplement in Kandy to be added in Kandy Hotel only during Perahera Period from 01.08.2023 to 31.08.2023

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Tour's Location

Chilaw/ Marawila, Trincomalee, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Colombo
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