11-Day Ramayana Tour Of Sri Lanka From Colombo
Highlights
Colombo, Negombo, Chilaw, Sigiriya, Trincomalee, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Galle
Locations Covered
Colombo, Negombo, Chilaw, Sigiriya, Trincomalee, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Galle
religious, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
11 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a unique tour of Sri Lanka that takes you on the trail of Ramayana, traversing popular pilgrimages and cultural sites that trace a mention in the ancient Hindu epic. Discover Chilaw, where Lord Rama is believed to have offered prayers to Lord Shiva and visit the Manavari Temple. Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the highlights of Trincomalee, such as the Ritigala, Thiru Koneswaram Temple, and Lovers Leap. Experience the spiritual place of the Temple of the Tooth Relic before visiting the Seetha Amman Temple, Divurumpola, and Ramboda Falls. Marvel at the Ravana Ella Falls, associated with the Ramayana, and visit the Kataragama Temple, an important pilgrimage site. End your tour by relaxing on the beaches of Galle.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Colombo
- Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo.
- Transfer to your hotel for check-in and rest after your flight.
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Day 2: Colombo to Negombo
- After breakfast, travel to Negombo, a coastal town.
- Visit Negombo Beach and explore the local fish market.
- Overnight stay in Negombo.
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Day 3: Negombo to Chilaw
- Head to Chilaw, where Lord Rama is believed to have offered prayers to Lord Shiva.
- Visit the Manavari Temple, a significant Ramayana site.
- Overnight stay in Chilaw.
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Day 4: Chilaw to Sigiriya
- Drive to Dolukanda for hiking and exploration.
- Afterward, visit Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Overnight stay in Sigiriya.
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Day 5: Trincomalee Exploration
- Proceed to Trincomalee.
- Visit Ritigala, Thiru Koneswaram Temple, Lovers Leap, and other local attractions.
- Overnight stay in Trincomalee.
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Day 6: Trincomalee to Kandy
- Head to Kandy.
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, a sacred Buddhist site.
- Explore the Kandy Lake and Botanical Gardens.
- Overnight stay in Kandy.
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Day 7: Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
- Continue to Nuwara Eliya.
- Visit a tea plantation and factory, Seetha Amman Temple, Divurumpola, and Ramboda Falls.
- Explore the scenic beauty of Nuwara Eliya.
- Overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
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Day 8: Nuwara Eliya to Ella
- Drive to Ella, a picturesque hill station.
- Visit the Ravana Ella Falls, which is associated with Ramayana.
- Explore Ella’s lush landscapes.
- Overnight stay in Ella.
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Day 9: Ella to Tissamaharama
- Proceed to Tissamaharama.
- Visit the Kataragama Temple, an important pilgrimage site.
- Explore Yala National Park for wildlife.
- Overnight stay in Tissamaharama.
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Day 10: Tissamaharama to Galle
- Drive to Galle.
- Visit Rumassala.
- Explore Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Relax on Galle’s beautiful beaches.
- Overnight stay in Galle.
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Day 11: Galle to Colombo
- Return to Colombo.
- Visit Kalaniya Temple.
- Explore Colombo’s landmarks, such as Independence Square and the Colombo National Museum.
- Enjoy some shopping for souvenirs.
- Departure from Bandaranaike International Airport.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 20 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 20 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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