Discover the sacred Sri Lanka on a journey to the North and East where vibrant Hindu traditions thrive. Visit ancient temples, coastal shrines, and legendary sites tied to the Ramayana. This tour is a spiritual and cultural immersion into faith, myth, and heritage.
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport
Visit Munneswaram Temple (Chilaw) – one of the five ancient Eeshwaram temples believed to be associated with Lord Shiva and Lord Rama
Evening at leisure
Accommodation: Anantaya Resort Chilaw or Goldi Sands Negombo
Drive to Trincomalee on the East Coast
Visit the sacred Koneswaram Temple – perched on Swami Rock, dedicated to Lord Shiva and closely linked to the Ramayana
Explore Lover’s Leap and temple surroundings
Accommodation: Trinco Blu by Cinnamon or Jungle Beach by Uga Escapes
Travel to the Northern city of Jaffna
Visit Nainativu Nagapooshani Amman Temple (optional ferry ride required)
Explore the city or local markets in the evening
Accommodation: Jetwing Jaffna or North Gate by Jetwing
Visit the iconic Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil – one of the most important Hindu temples in Sri Lanka
Optional visit to Keerimalai Naguleswaram Temple – believed to be one of the five Eeshwarams
Free evening for prayers or cultural walks
Accommodation: Same as Day 3
Long scenic drive to Kandy
Evening visit to Sri Muthumariamman Temple in Matale (en route)
Accommodation: Earl’s Regency or The Kandy House
Travel to the deep south
Evening pooja and darshan at Kataragama Temple – a revered shrine for both Hindus and Buddhists, dedicated to Lord Murugan (Skanda)
Accommodation: Mandara Rosen or Grand Tamarind Lake Kataragama
En route, visit Seetha Amman Temple in Nuwara Eliya, believed to be the place where Sita was held captive in the Ashoka Vatika
Continue to Colombo
Accommodation: Marino Beach Hotel or Galle Face Hotel
Visit Sri Ponnambalawaneswarar Temple or Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam in Colombo, if time permits
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure
