02 Nights Dambulla + 01 Night Kandy + 01 Night Nuwara Eliya + 01 Night Yala + 01 Night Bentota + 01 Night Colombo
Explore Sri Lanka’s Ramayana Trail, cultural heritage, wildlife and beaches with this exciting Sri Lanka Ramayana yatra – 7 Nights / 8 Days. Visit Manavari Temple, Munneswaram Temple, Koneswaram Kovil and Ravana’s Cleft before travelling through Dambulla and Kandy. Continue to Nuwara Eliya for Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Ashoka Vatika and Seetha Amman Temple. Travel towards Yala via Ravana Falls and Kataragama Temples, followed by a thrilling Yala National Park Jeep Safari. Complete your pilgrimage and leisure holiday with Bentota and Colombo, including Kelaniya Buddhist Temple and Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple.
Tour Highlights
- Manavari & Munneswaram Temples
- Koneswaram Kovil
- Ravana's Cleft
- Kataragama Devalaya – Kandy
- Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple
- Ashoka Vatika
- Seetha Amman Temple
- Ravana Falls & Kataragama Temples
- Yala National Park Jeep Safari
- Kelaniya & Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temples
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you and assist with your approximately 180 km / 4 hours 30 minutes journey towards Dambulla. Begin your Sri Lanka Ramayana Yatra with visits to Manavari Temple and Munneswaram Temple, both included as significant religious stops in the itinerary. Continue towards Dambulla and explore the impressive Dambulla Golden Cave Temple before proceeding to your hotel. Complete check-in and enjoy your first overnight stay in Dambulla.
After breakfast, proceed to Trincomalee and visit Koneswaram Kovil, one of the important Shiva temples included in this Ramayana pilgrimage itinerary. Continue to Pathirakali Amman Temple and Ravana's Cleft / Lovers' Leap, associated in the source programme with King Ravana. Explore Trincomalee Harbour and Fort Frederick, experiencing the destination's religious, coastal and historical attractions. After completing the excursion, return to Dambulla for your second overnight stay.
After breakfast, visit the spectacular Sigiriya Rock Fortress before proceeding approximately 85 km / 2 hours towards Kandy. Visit a Spice Garden, Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy Lake and Gem Gallery during the day's sightseeing. Enjoy the Kandyan Cultural Show and Silk & Batik Factory, followed by Kataragama Devalaya, a shrine revered by Buddhists and Hindus. Later, check in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Kandy.
After breakfast, travel approximately 85 km / 2 hours towards Nuwara Eliya, visiting Ramboda Falls and Tea Plantations & Tea Factory along the way. Visit Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, an important Hanuman temple featured on the Sri Lanka Ramayana Trail. Continue with Lake Gregory, Victoria Park, Hakgala Garden / Ashoka Vatika and Seetha Amman Temple, combining spiritual sightseeing with scenic hill-country attractions. Later, check in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.
After breakfast, proceed approximately 180 km / 5 hours towards Yala, continuing your Ramayana journey through Sri Lanka's beautiful southern highlands. Visit Ravana Falls, which the source itinerary links with King Ravana and the Ramayana tradition. Continue to Kataragama Temples, a major pilgrimage destination visited by devotees from different religious traditions, before proceeding towards Yala National Park. Later, check in to your Yala hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.
Begin with a packed breakfast and proceed for the scheduled Yala National Park Jeep Safari, adding an exciting wildlife experience to your Sri Lanka Ramayana holiday. After the safari, return to the hotel to refresh before proceeding approximately 230 km / 4 hours towards Bentota. Enjoy the Madu River Boat Ride, Kosgoda Marine Turtle and Bentota water sports listed in the original programme. Later, check in to your Bentota hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.
After breakfast, proceed approximately 90 km / 1 hour 30 minutes towards Colombo and begin your scheduled city sightseeing. Explore Colombo's important attractions including Pettah, Independence Square, Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple and Colombo Lotus Tower. Visit Kelaniya Buddhist Temple and Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple, both included as important spiritual stops in this Sri Lanka Ramayana Tour Package. Later, check in to your Colombo hotel and enjoy your final overnight stay.
After breakfast, complete your hotel checkout and proceed approximately 35 km / 45 minutes towards Bandaranaike International Airport. Your Sri Lanka Ramayana, Yala & Bentota Tour – 7 Nights / 8 Days concludes after a diverse journey through temples, legendary Ramayana locations, cultural cities, hill country, wildlife and beaches. Carry home meaningful spiritual experiences and wonderful Sri Lankan holiday memories. We wish you a pleasant return journey and look forward to welcoming you again with Jolly Holidays.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
- 07 Nights Accommodation
- Half Board Meals – Breakfast & Dinner
- Transportation for sightseeing and inter-hotel transfers
- Air-Conditioned Private Vehicle
- Return Airport Transfers on Private Basis
- Services of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Driver
- Sightseeing transportation according to the itinerary
- All Current Government Taxes
Exclusions
- Air Tickets
- Sri Lanka Visa Fee
- Travel Insurance
- Entrance fees and sightseeing supplements, where applicable
- Meals other than those mentioned
- Personal expenses
- Tips and portage
- Camera and video permits
- Early check-in and late checkout
- Additional services not mentioned under Package Inclusions
Terms and Conditions
Booking Policy
- Minimum 50% advance payment is required to confirm the booking.
- Full payment must be completed 15 days before travel date.
- Booking is subject to availability of flights, hotels, and tours.
Cancellation Policy
- 30 days before travel: Cancellation charge 10% of package cost
- 15–29 days before travel: Cancellation charge 30%
- 7–14 days before travel: Cancellation charge 50%
- Less than 7 days / No show: 100% cancellation charges
Flight / Train – Schedule Changes
- Flight/Train timings may change depending on airline schedules.
- The agency is not responsible for airline delays, rescheduling, or cancellations.
Hotel Policy
- Standard check-in time: 14:00 hrs
- Check-out time: 12:00 hrs
- Early check-in and late check-out are subject to hotel availability.
Tour & Transfers
- All sightseeing tours operate on shared (SIC) or private basis as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Missed tours due to late arrival or personal reasons are non-refundable.
Responsibility
- The travel agency acts only as a service facilitator for airlines, hotels, and transport providers.
- The company is not responsible for accidents, natural disasters, or political issues during the tour.
Price Changes
- Tour price may change due to currency fluctuations, fuel surcharge, or government taxes.
Behaviour Policy
- Travelers must follow the local laws and regulations of India during the tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This Ramayana Yatra Sri Lanka – 7 Nights / 8 Days covers Dambulla, Trincomalee, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Bentota and Colombo. The package includes 07 nights accommodation, breakfast and dinner, sightseeing transportation and inter-hotel transfers. A private air-conditioned vehicle, return airport transfers and an English-speaking chauffeur driver are also included. Flights, visa, insurance, entrance fees and personal expenses are excluded.
The itinerary includes Manavari Temple, Munneswaram Temple, Koneswaram Kovil and Ravana's Cleft / Lovers' Leap. Travellers also visit Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Ashoka Vatika, Seetha Amman Temple and Ravana Falls. Kataragama Devalaya and Kataragama Temples add further religious experiences. The pilgrimage concludes with Kelaniya Buddhist Temple and Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple in Colombo.
The Trincomalee Ramayana excursion includes Koneswaram Kovil, Pathirakali Amman Temple and Ravana's Cleft / Lovers' Leap. These sites form an important part of the Sri Lanka Ramayana Trail described in the itinerary. Travellers also explore Trincomalee Harbour and Fort Frederick. After sightseeing, the programme returns to Dambulla for the second overnight stay.
Yes, the itinerary includes an overnight stay in Kandy with religious, cultural and natural attractions. Sightseeing covers the Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy Lake and Kataragama Devalaya. Travellers also visit a Gem Gallery and experience the Kandyan Cultural Show and Silk & Batik Factory. Kandy adds a broader cultural dimension to the pilgrimage.
The Nuwara Eliya section features Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Hakgala Garden / Ashoka Vatika and Seetha Amman Temple. These places are included for their traditional associations with Lord Hanuman, Sita Devi and the Ramayana narrative. Ramboda Falls and the Tea Plantations & Tea Factory are also included. Lake Gregory and Victoria Park provide additional hill-country sightseeing.
Yes, Day 5 includes Ravana Falls and Kataragama Temples while travelling from Nuwara Eliya towards Yala. The source itinerary connects Ravana Falls with traditions surrounding King Ravana and the Ramayana. Kataragama is included as a pilgrimage destination visited by devotees from different religious traditions. Access remains subject to local timings and religious observances.
A scheduled Yala National Park Jeep Safari is part of Day 6 before travelling towards Bentota. It adds a wildlife experience to the otherwise pilgrimage-focused itinerary. However, wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, as they depend on natural animal movement. Park entrance, jeep and activity charges should be confirmed because applicable entrance and sightseeing supplements are excluded.
The itinerary lists the Madu River Boat Ride, Kosgoda Marine Turtle experience and Bentota water sports. These attractions provide a coastal leisure experience after the Yala safari. Water sports remain subject to weather, local availability, age and safety requirements. Boat, entrance and activity charges may be additional unless specifically included in the final quotation.
The final sightseeing programme includes Kelaniya Buddhist Temple and Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple. Both are included as spiritual stops within the Sri Lanka Ramayana Tour Package. The day also features Colombo attractions such as Pettah, Independence Square, Galle Face Green and Gangaramaya Temple. Temple access remains subject to operating hours and religious observances.
This Ramayana Yatra Sri Lanka combines pilgrimage with culture, mountains, wildlife and coastal experiences. Travellers visit Dambulla, Trincomalee, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Bentota and Colombo within eight days. The route includes temples and locations traditionally associated with Rama, Sita, Hanuman and Ravana. Yala and Bentota add wildlife and beach experiences to create a more varied Sri Lanka holiday.
Things to Do - Ramayana Yatra Sri Lanka
1. Begin the Yatra at Manavari Temple
Start the spiritual journey with a visit to Manavari Temple while travelling from Colombo Airport towards Dambulla. The temple is included as an important religious stop on the Sri Lanka Ramayana Trail. Spend time experiencing the sacred surroundings before continuing the day’s journey. Appropriate clothing and respectful temple behaviour are recommended.
2. Visit Munneswaram Temple
Continue the pilgrimage at Munneswaram Temple, another important spiritual destination included on Day 1. The temple forms part of the package’s Ramayana pilgrimage route before travellers continue towards Dambulla. Visitors can experience its religious atmosphere and observe local worship customs respectfully. Temple access remains subject to local schedules and observances.
3. Experience Koneswaram Kovil
Travel to Trincomalee and visit Koneswaram Kovil at Swami Rock during the dedicated Ramayana excursion. The sacred location overlooking the eastern coastline provides both a spiritual and scenic experience. It is an important stop within this Sri Lanka Ramayana Yatra. Visitors should observe appropriate dress requirements and temple customs.
4. Explore Ravana’s Cleft / Lovers’ Leap
Visit Ravana’s Cleft / Lovers’ Leap during the Trincomalee sightseeing programme. The source itinerary associates this location with traditions and legends surrounding King Ravana. Its dramatic coastal surroundings add another dimension to the pilgrimage experience. These associations should be understood within local religious and cultural traditions.
5. Discover Kandy and Kataragama Devalaya
Travel via Sigiriya towards Kandy and explore its major cultural and religious attractions. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens and Kandy Lake before continuing to Kataragama Devalaya. The itinerary describes the shrine as revered by Buddhist and Hindu devotees. The Kandyan Cultural Show adds a traditional experience to the day.
6. Follow the Ramayana Trail in Nuwara Eliya
Visit Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple while travelling through the Ramboda region towards Nuwara Eliya. Continue to Ashoka Vatika and Seetha Amman Temple, which are associated through tradition with Sita Devi and the Ramayana narrative. The day also includes Ramboda Falls and scenic tea plantations. Together, these attractions form a key spiritual section of the journey.
7. Visit Ravana Falls and Kataragama
Travel south from Nuwara Eliya and stop at Ravana Falls, which the itinerary links with Ramayana traditions surrounding King Ravana. Continue to the Kataragama Temples, an important pilgrimage destination included before reaching Yala. The day combines religious traditions with scenic southern landscapes. Visitors should respect the customs of the different places of worship.
8. Experience a Yala Jeep Safari
Begin Day 6 with the scheduled Yala National Park Jeep Safari before continuing towards Bentota. Explore the protected landscapes while looking for wildlife and birdlife in their natural habitats. This Yala wildlife experience adds adventure to the Ramayana pilgrimage. Wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
9. Enjoy Bentota’s Coastal Attractions
Experience the Madu River Boat Ride, Kosgoda Marine Turtle attraction and listed Bentota water sports after travelling from Yala. These activities provide a relaxing coastal contrast to the earlier temple and wildlife experiences. Water sports depend on weather, safety requirements and availability. Applicable entrance, boat and activity charges should be confirmed separately.
10. Complete the Ramayana Yatra in Colombo
Conclude the pilgrimage with visits to Kelaniya Buddhist Temple and Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple. Combine these spiritual experiences with a scheduled Colombo City Tour covering major cultural, commercial and modern attractions. The final overnight stay provides a convenient conclusion before departure. Travellers proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport the following morning.
About this Tour - Ramayana Yatra Sri Lanka
The Ramayana Yatra Sri Lanka – 7 Nights / 8 Days offers a diverse pilgrimage combining sacred temples, traditional Ramayana locations, Sri Lankan cultural heritage, scenic highlands, wildlife and coastal experiences. Featuring 02 nights Dambulla, 01 night Kandy, 01 night Nuwara Eliya, 01 night Yala, 01 night Bentota and 01 night Colombo, the itinerary covers several distinctive regions of the island.
Begin the journey with Manavari Temple and Munneswaram Temple before visiting Dambulla Golden Cave Temple. A dedicated Trincomalee excursion includes Koneswaram Kovil, Pathirakali Amman Temple and Ravana’s Cleft / Lovers’ Leap, along with Trincomalee Harbour and Fort Frederick. These destinations combine spiritual traditions with coastal and historical sightseeing.
Continue via Sigiriya Rock Fortress to Kandy, where the programme includes the Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy Lake and Kataragama Devalaya. Travel onwards through Ramboda Falls and Sri Lanka’s tea country towards Nuwara Eliya. Here, the Ramayana trail features Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple, Ashoka Vatika and Seetha Amman Temple.
The journey continues south via Ravana Falls and Kataragama Temples towards Yala. Begin the following morning with a scheduled Yala National Park Jeep Safari before travelling to Bentota for the Madu River Boat Ride, Kosgoda Marine Turtle attraction and listed coastal activities. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, while safari, boat, entrance and activity charges should be confirmed where applicable.
Complete the spiritual journey in Colombo with Kelaniya Buddhist Temple and Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple, together with city sightseeing. The package includes 07 nights accommodation, half-board meals, private air-conditioned transportation, private airport transfers and an English-speaking chauffeur driver. Combining Ramayana traditions, cultural heritage, hill-country scenery, wildlife and beaches, this Sri Lanka Ramayana Yatra offers a comprehensive itinerary for families, pilgrimage groups and spiritual travellers.