Sri Lanka
Jaffna is a cultural hub with temples, traditions, beaches, history, cuisine, festivals, and Tamil heritage.
Dambull
Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka
Nuwara Eliya
Dambulla
Rising dramatically 180 meters above the jungle, Sigiriya is a breathtaking UNESCO-listed citadel built by King Kasyapa in the 5th century. Climb through the iconic lion’s paw gate, marvel at ancient frescoes, and stand atop this rock fortress for panoramic views—a testament to Sri Lanka’s ingenious ancient engineering.
Central Province
Travelling through winding roads and lush green valleys, tea estates situated on the slopes and banks of the hills, with tiny streams and water falls and the beautiful misty mountains , one can arrive at Nuwara Eliya town which offers you everything, as any other town does and more.
Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka
Arrive at Colombo International Airport. Here, you will be met by an airport representative, After the formalities at the airport, you will be escorted to your air-conditioned vehicle and then proceed to check in to your hotel.
Optional - Visit Galle face green – at leisure.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Colombo.
After breakfast, proceed to Chilaw and visit the historic Munishwaram and Manavari Temples. According to legend, Lord Rama, after defeating King Ravana, was troubled by the Brahmahathi Dosham and sought Lord Shiva’s guidance at Munishwaram. Shiva instructed him to install and worship four lingams at Manavari, Thirukoneshwaram, Thiruketheeswaram, and Rameshwaram. The first of these, Ramalinga Shivan, was consecrated at Manavari near the Deduru Oya, making it one of only two lingams in the world named after Lord Rama, the other being at Rameshwaram in India. After the temple visits, check in to your hotel in Anuradhapura for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, set out for Jaffna with stops along the way. Visit the centuries-old Baobab Tree in Mannar, believed to have been introduced by Arab traders and now a rare, protected species in Sri Lanka. Continue to the sacred Thiruketheeswaram Temple, one of the island’s ancient Pancha Ishwarams dedicated to Lord Shiva. Upon arrival in Jaffna, explore the historic Nallur Temple, originally built in 948 A.D. and later rebuilt multiple times under various rulers. Next, visit the Maviddapuram Murugan Temple, steeped in legend and devotion to Lord Murugan, before heading to the Keerimalai Naguleswaram Temple, a revered Shaivite shrine situated near the healing Keerimalai springs. Conclude the day with hotel check-in and an overnight stay in Jaffna.
After breakfast, set out to explore Jaffna’s revered temples, beginning with the ancient Nagapoosani Temple on Nainatheevu Island, dedicated to the Serpent God and believed to be constructed by the Nagas. On the way, stop at the Illathu Chidambaram Temple before continuing to the Maruthanamadam Anjaneyar Temple in Uduvil, famous for its 72-foot Hanuman statue brought from India in 2013. Conclude your temple visits at the Selvasannithy Murugan Temple in Thondaimannaru, regarded as the northern “Sella Katirkāmam,” known for its spiritual atmosphere and historical significance near the sacred Thondaimannaru waters. Later, return to your hotel to relax and enjoy an overnight stay in Jaffna.
After breakfast, begin your day with a visit to the sacred Nagapoosani Temple on Nainatheevu Island, an ancient shrine dedicated to the Serpent God and closely associated with the Nagas. En route, stop at the Illathu Chidambaram Temple before proceeding to the Maruthanamadam Anjaneyar Temple in Uduvil, home to a striking 72-foot statue of Lord Hanuman installed in 2013. Continue to the Selvasannithy Murugan Temple in Thondaimannaru, also known as the northern “Sella Katirkāmam,” revered for its free atmosphere of worship and historic significance near the sacred waters of Thondaimannaru. After your temple visits, return to the hotel to relax and enjoy an overnight stay in Jaffna.
After breakfast, begin your journey to Kandy with a stop at the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, also known as the Lion Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its frescoes, water gardens, and historic connection to King Kasyapa and legends of Ravana. Continue to Matale to explore a Spice Garden, where you can learn about Sri Lanka’s world-renowned spices and their cultivation, followed by a visit to the vibrant Sri Muthumariamman Temple, celebrated for its colorful gopurams and dedication to the goddess Mariamman. Upon reaching Kandy, the last royal capital of Sri Lanka and another UNESCO site, you may enjoy the Kandy Cultural Show (optional), showcasing traditional dance and drumming. End the day with a visit to the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth, home to the relic of the Buddha, before checking in at your hotel for an overnight stay in Kandy.
After breakfast, begin your journey to Nuwara Eliya with a city tour of Kandy, including Upper Lake Drive, the Market Crafts Centre, and the Gem Museum, exploring the charm of Sri Lanka’s last royal capital. Continue to the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, famed for its 147 acres of diverse flora, spice gardens, and orchid house. En route, visit the Sri Bhaktha Hanuman Temple in Ramboda, believed to be where Hanuman searched for Sita, and see the pond formed from her tears. Next, learn about the art of tea production with a guided visit to a tea plantation and factory, followed by a stop at the Seetha Amman Temple, linked to the Ramayana and dedicated to Sita, Rama, Lakshmana, and Hanuman. Conclude the day by checking in to your hotel in Nuwara Eliya for an overnight stay.
Optionally, embark on an exciting safari at Yala National Park, Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserve, spanning 1,268 sq. km of forests, grasslands, and lagoons. The park is home to elephants, crocodiles, buffaloes, monkeys, and the elusive Sri Lankan leopard, with early morning safaris offering the best chance to spot them. Afterward, proceed to Kataragama to visit the revered Murugan Temple, a sacred pilgrimage site for people of all faiths, dedicated to Lord Skanda, the six-faced, twelve-armed deity. The temple, with origins dating back to the 2nd century BC, is especially renowned for its annual July–August festival featuring fire walking and Kawadi dancing. Later, check in to your hotel and relax, with an overnight stay in Kataragama.
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