RAMAYANA TRAIL SRI LANKA
7 Nights 8 Days
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Starting from USD 1,099 per person double sharing basis (Minimum 2 passengers)
ITINERARY
Day 1
Airport - Chilaw - Anuradhapura
Manawari Temple - Chilaw
Built by Lord Rama after defeating Ravana, this temple houses a Shiva Lingam named Ramalingam, one of only two in the world named after Rama. It holds great significance for devotees on the Ramayana Trail.
Day 2
Anuradhapura - Jaffna
Nallur Temple, Jaffna
Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna is a revered Hindu shrine, dedicated to Lord Murugan which is deeply significant for Hindus as a centre of devotion and cultural heritage. Known for its historic architecture and grand festivals, it stands as a symbol of faith and tradition in Sri Lanka.
Day 3
Jaffna - Trincomalee
Thirukoneswaram Kovil – Trincomalee
Built by Agastya Rishi on Lord Shiva’s instructions, this temple is linked to Ravana’s devotion. Lord Rama is also believed to have built a lingam here to atone for killing Ravana, a Brahmin, thus making it a significant spiritual site.
Day 3
Jaffna - Trincomalee
Kanniya Hot Springs - Trincomalee
These hot springs are believed to have been created by Ravana after his mother’s death. The springs have been a pilgrimage site for centuries, known for their healing properties and mythological roots.
Day 4
Trincomalee - Ramboda - Nuwaraeliya
Shri Bhakta Hanuman Temple – Ramboda
Built by the Chinmaya Mission in Ramboda, this temple marks the spot where Hanuman searched for Sita. It is a significant pilgrimage site, drawing thousands of devotees each year to pay homage.
Day 5
Nuwara Eliya - Kataragama
Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya – Kataragama
This temple is dedicated to Lord Karthikeya, who protected Lord Rama during his battle against Ravana. The temple is a revered site, highlighting the divine intervention that is a key theme in the Ramayana.
Day 5
Nuwara Eliya - Kataragama
Sita Amman Kovil - Nuwara Eliya (Sita Eliya)
The temple marks the place where Princess Sita was believed to have been held captive by Ravana. She is said to have prayed here daily for her husband, Lord Rama. The temple is a spiritual site for devotees and tourists alike.
Day 5
Nuwara Eliya - Kataragama
Divurumpola Temple - Welimada
This temple is believed to be the site of Sita’s Agni Pariksha, where she proved her chastity to Lord Rama. It remains a revered site where locals take oaths and pledge fidelity, continuing ancient traditions.
Day 6
Kataragama - Galle - Colombo
Ussangoda park – Ambalantota
Now a national park, Ussangoda is believed to have been one of Ravana’s landing strips for his flying craft, the Pushpaka Vimana. The park is known for its unique landscape and rich folklore.
Day 6
Kataragama - Galle - Colombo
Rumassala - Galle
During the Ramayana war, Hanuman was tasked to fetch a lifesaving herb from the Himalayas. Unable to identify the herb, he carried a piece of the mountain back, dropping it in Rumassala. Today, the hill is home to exotic flora otherwise found only in the Himalayas.
Day 7
Colombo
Kelaniya Temple – Colombo
After helping Lord Rama defeat Ravana, Prince Vibhishana was crowned ruler of Lanka. The Kelaniya Temple has a shrine dedicated to Vibhishana, worshipped as a deity. The temple is also significant for being visited by the Buddha himself.
Day 8
Colombo Airport
Colombo
You will be staying overnight in Colombo, the vibrant capital city of Sri Lanka, where you can enjoy urban delights and indulge in shopping before your journey back.
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*Package validity period : January 2026 to 30th June 2026
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