Explore the Legendary Ramayana Sites of Sri Lanka
Discover the sacred sites of Sri Lanka connected to the ancient Indian epic Ramayana. This 10-day journey follows Lord Rama, Sita, and Hanuman’s trail, visiting legendary temples, caves, and mountains across the island.
Highlights
- Visit the sacred Munishwaram and Manavari Temples.
- Explore Koneshwaram Temple and Shankari Devi Peetham in Trincomalee.
- See Seetha Amman Temple, Hakgala Garden, and Divurumpola in Nuwara Eliya.
- Discover Ravana Waterfall, Ussangoda, and Kelaniya Temple.
Itinerary
A 10-day pilgrimage tour through Sri Lanka’s most important Ramayana sites—an unforgettable spiritual and cultural experience connecting myth and history.
Meet your guide on arrival and transfer to a hotel in Negombo.
Relax after your flight and enjoy the coastal atmosphere.
Overnight stay @ Negombo
Travel to visit Munishwaram Temple and Manavari Temple in Chilaw. Then travel to Sigiriya.
Munishwaram Temple
It is believed that Munishwaram predates the Ramayana and a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva was located here. Munishwaram means the first temple for Shiva (Munnu + Easwaran).
Manavari Temple
Manavari is the first lingam installed and prayed by Rama and till date this lingam is called as Ramalinga Shivan. Rameshwaram is the only other lingam in the world named after Lord Rama.
Overnight stay @ Sigiriya
Travel to visit Koneshwaram Temple and Shankari Devi Temple in Trincomalee.
Koneswaram Temple
Koneswaram temple of Trincomalee (also historically known as Thirukonamamalai Konesar Kovil, the Temple of the Thousand Pillars and Thiru-Konamamalai Maccakeswaram Kovil) is a Hindu temple in Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka, venerated by Saivites throughout the continent. It is built atop Swami Rock, a rocky promontory cape overlooking Trincomalee, a classical period harbor port town.
Shankari Temple
The famed Shankari Temple in Sri Lanka is one of the 18 Devi Temples (Ashta Dasha Shakti Peethas). Many have heard the Ashtadasha Shakti Peetha Shloka starting with “LANKAAYAAM SHAANKARI DEVI” composed by Sri Adi Shankara, which means Shankari in Lanka. This Shloka enumerates the list of places of Devi temples considered part of the 18 Devi Peethas.
Overnight stay @ Sigiriya
Leave for Kandy via Dambulla. From Dambulla drive to Matale to visit a spice garden. In Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth. View a cultural dance in the evening.
Overnight stay @ Kandy
Kandy, the last seat of the Sinhala Kings, is a popular destination for visitors from home and abroad. Then travel to Nuwara Eliya. Visit a tea factory en-route to see how the world's favorite drink is prepared and visit Hanuman Temple.
Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple
In the hills of Ramboda, where Hanuman was searching for Sita, the Chinmaya Mission of Sri Lanka built the Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple. Thousands of devotees visit this temple every year.
Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya resembles an old English town, complete with a lake, race track, well-kept lawns with hedges, an Anglican Church, and an 18-hole golf course.
Overnight stay @ Nuwara Eliya
Visit Seetha Amman Temple, Divurumpola, and Hakgala Garden.
Seetha Amman Temple
The prominent temple architecture will not fail to attract your attention. Ancient statues of Rama and Sita can be seen on one side of the temple. The temple today is a modern building with paintings, statues, and pillars decorated with sculptures depicting the tale of Rama and Sita.
Hakgala Botanical Gardens
This is the exotic pleasure garden where King Ravana kept the depressed Sita, insisting she marry him. It was here where the heartwarming meeting took place between her and Hanuman, who brought her Rama’s ring. Part of this majestic garden still exists.
Divurumpola Temple
This is the place where Seetha Devi underwent "Agni Pariksha" (test of fire). It is a popular place of worship among locals. Divurumpola means “place of oath” in Sinhala.
Overnight stay @ Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, travel to Kataragama and visit Kataragama Temple. En-route visit Ravana Waterfall in Ella.
Ravana Waterfall
It is said that Ravana had kidnapped Princess Sita and had hidden her in the caves behind this waterfall, now known as the Ravana Ella Cave. It is also believed that Rama’s queen bathed in a pool that accumulated the water falling from this waterfall.
Kataragama Temple
Kataragama Temple in Kataragama, Sri Lanka, is a Hindu and Buddhist temple complex dedicated to Skanda-Murukan, also known as Kataragama Devendra.
Overnight stay @ Kataragama
After breakfast, travel to Galle. En-route visit Ussangoda and Roomassala.
Ussangoda
After meeting Seetha Devi, Lord Hanuman decided to test the strength of the mighty King Ravana and his army. Hanuman’s tail was set on fire by the Rakshasas, who torched parts of Ravana’s empire. Ussangoda is said to be one of the torched areas, believed to have been an airport used by King Ravana.
Roomassala Mountain
When Ravana abducted Sita and brought her to Seetha Eliya, Lord Rama and Hanuman invaded Sri Lanka to rescue her. During the war, many were injured, including Rama and Lakshman. Hanuman brought healing herbs from the Himalayas. The piece of mountain he carried is believed to have fallen here — known today as Roomassala.
Overnight stay @ Galle
After breakfast, start the journey to Colombo and visit the first Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka, Kelaniya Temple, and Colombo City.
Anjaneyar Temple
This is the first Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka and also the only Panchamuga (five-faced) Anjaneyar Temple. It is the only temple in the world to have a chariot for Anjaneyar.
Kelaniya Temple
After King Ravana’s death, Vibeeshana was crowned as King of Lanka by Lakshmana at Kelaniya. The temple murals depict this crowning. The Kelani River is mentioned in the Ramayana, and Vibeeshana’s palace was said to be on its banks.
Overnight stay @ Colombo
After breakfast, travel to the airport for your flight.
Includes/ Excludes
Includes
- Accommodation throughout the tour
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
Excludes
- Airfare and visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Lunch and dinner
- Tips and optional tours
FAQs
It’s a series of locations believed to be connected to the Hindu epic Ramayana, where events involving Lord Rama, Sita, and Hanuman took place.
Yes, the tour is designed for families, pilgrims, and cultural travelers.
Yes, customization is available based on your travel dates and preferences.
Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles are provided for all transfers and sightseeing.