Ramayana & Spiritual Tour – Discover Ramayana Sites, Sacred Temples, & Other Spiritual Heritage

Travel Time: Approx. 5.5 hours from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya. Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo. Private transfer to Nuwara Eliya, a picturesque hill station known for its cool climate and tea plantations. Visit the Seetha Amman Temple, believed to be the site where Seetha Devi was held captive during the Ramayana period. Evening: Relax and explore the scenic town of Nuwara Eliya.

Travel Time: No travel today, local exploration in Nuwara Eliya. Morning: Visit the Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, believed to be where Lord Hanuman met Seetha during her captivity. Afternoon: Explore the Hindu Kovil in Nuwara Eliya and the Sri Siva Subramaniya Kovil. Evening: Visit the Ramboda Falls and surrounding areas.

Travel Time: Approx. 2.5 hours from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy. Travel to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic – although a Buddhist site, it holds significance for many Sri Lankans and visitors alike. Explore the Kandyan Hindu Kovil dedicated to Lord Vishnu, one of the most important Hindu temples in Kandy. Evening: Enjoy a traditional cultural performance in Kandy, followed by dinner.

Travel Time: Approx. 3.5 hours from Kandy to Dambulla, then 2.5 hours from Dambulla to Trincomalee. Morning: Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site with Hindu deities represented alongside Buddhist figures. Explore the Hindu Kovil in Dambulla, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Afternoon: Travel to Trincomalee, a historical port city known for its Koneswaram Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea.

Travel Time: No travel today, exploring temples in Trincomalee. Morning: Visit the Koneswaram Temple, a sacred temple perched on Swami Rock, overlooking the ocean. Explore the Sri Pathrakali Amman Kovil, dedicated to the goddess Mariamman, revered by Hindus for her healing powers. Afternoon: Visit Nilaveli Beach and enjoy the coastal beauty. Evening: Relax at the hotel or enjoy local Tamil cuisine.

Travel Time: Approx. 3.5 hours from Trincomalee to Jaffna. Morning: Depart for Jaffna, the cultural and spiritual hub of Sri Lanka’s Tamil community, and a place with significant cultural and spiritual ties to India. Visit the famous Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, one of the oldest and most significant Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Murugan. This temple is also believed to have strong historical connections with South India, specifically with Tamil culture. Afternoon: Visit Kadurugoda Viharaya, an ancient Hindu temple near Jaffna. Evening: Explore the local markets and enjoy a Tamil feast.

Travel Time: No travel today, exploring temples in Jaffna. Morning: Visit the Sri Ponnalai Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, a sacred temple near the Jaffna Lagoon. Explore the Sri Mariamman Kovil, dedicated to the goddess Mariamman, revered by Hindus for her healing powers. Afternoon: Visit Jaffna Fort and nearby Hindu shrines. Evening: Relax at Point Pedro Beach or explore the vibrant local culture of Jaffna.

Travel Time: Approx. 5 hours from Jaffna to Anuradhapura. Travel to Anuradhapura, an ancient city that played a central role in Sri Lanka’s spiritual history. Explore the Isurumuniya Vihara and Mihintale, both of which have significant Hindu connections. Visit the Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, one of Sri Lanka’s most revered Buddhist sites, with historical Hindu links.

Travel Time: Approx. 4 hours from Anuradhapura to Colombo. Morning: Visit Dambulla and explore the Hindu Kovil in Dambulla, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Afternoon: Travel to Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, for the final evening of the pilgrimage. Evening: Visit the Sri Ponnambalawaneswaram Kovil in Colombo, a peaceful and spiritual end to the pilgrimage.

Travel Time: Approx. 1 hour from Colombo city to the airport. Morning: Spend your final hours in Colombo exploring local markets or visiting other temples and shrines. Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your return flight.