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Ramayana Tour – Sri Lanka – 6N/7D

6 Nights 7 Days

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267 USD

Overview

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The jade pendant of the Indian Ocean was dubbed by Conde Nast Traveler in 2017, as the 12th best country in the world to visit. Discover Sri Lanka and its tranquil charms with experts in the field; walk through ancient cities, hike to the tallest peaks, and embark on adventures of love, nature, and culture. Esna Holidays believes in an extraordinary quality of life, where every journey should be a story worth telling. Our specialist travel agents in Sri Lanka are equipped to provide you with a tour of the island to suit your needs, whether you choose one of our pre-designed tours or like to craft one yourself.

WEATHER & BEST TIME TO VISIT

The weather in Sri Lanka is dictated by two monsoon seasons which bring rain to the west and south-west coasts from May to September and the east coast and northern region between October and February. The rest of the year is sunny and dry. Temperatures are constant year-round, with coastal regions enjoying average temperatures of 25-30C and the highlands 15-18C on average.

Sri Lanka is a year-round destination since there is something for every discerning traveler. From pilgrim experiences to adventure, culture, honeymoon, or even special interest experiences, there is something you can do in Sri Lanka anytime of the year. With recent weather pattern changes, it is hard to predict when it would rain and when the sun is out, however, making a note that Sri Lanka is a tropical destination and rain is to be expected anytime of the day, any time of the year; always helps.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Airport – Sigiriya via Munneswaram

Sigiriya via Munneswaram

Meeting and Greeting at the Airport by MY HOLIDAY representative.

Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Sigiriya via Munneswaram

Munneswaram Temple

The Munneswaram Kovil close to Chilaw is one of the 5 major Shiva temples of Sri Lanka and Rameswaram islands. They are called Ishvarams. According to a Tamil legend, the temple is situated at a place where King Rama prayed to Shiva after committing the worst crime according to Hindu Dharma, namely Brahmahasti, the killing of a priest, because Ravana who had to be killed by Rama in order to liberate Sita, was of Brahmin caste. Rama stopped the Vimana vehicle at Munneswaram because of his feeling that the Doshana sin was not following him at this place. So he ascended from the vimana and prayed to God Shiva asking for a remedy. Shiva advised Rama to install four lingams at Manavari, Trinco, Mannar and Rameswaram for this purpose.

Manavari Temple

Manavari Temple

Manavari, about 6 kms north of Chilaw, is the first place where Lord Rama installed a Lingam, as a remedy to Lord Shiva after committing Brahmincide by killing the King Ravana who was a Brahmin. This Shiva Lingam in Manavari is called Ramalingam because it was made by Lord Rama. There are only two Lingams in the world named after Lord Rama, the other is in Rameswaram in India.

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Sigiriya

Day 2: Sigiriya – Trincomalee

Breakfast at Hotel

Transfer from Sigiriya to Trincomalee

Visit Hot Spring wells

Visit Shakthi peedam (Koneswaram Temple)

Koneswaram Temple

Adjacent to Koneswaram temple there is another small shrine; with some significance for Hindu pilgrims. The original Shankari Devi temple, said to be built by Ravana, was the first in the list of Ashta Dasha (18) Shakti Pitas written down by Adi Shankara, but its whole cliff was destroyed by Portuguese cannon balls. Only a pillar for commemoration is placed on that spot now. And it is believed that the original idol of the Goddess has been preserved and replaced, being venerated now in this nearby new Shankari Devi temple.

Visit Other Hindu Temples – Sri Lakshmi Narana Perumal Temple

Visit Sri Bhadrakali Hindu Temple

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Trincomalee

Day 3: Trincomalee – Kandy

Kandy

Breakfast at Hotel

Transfer from Trincomalee to Kandy

Visit Sigiriya

Sigiriya

Sigiriya

Sigiriya is an amazing geological formation in Sri Lanka that encompasses an important archaeological site. Sigiriya lies 22 km north-east of Dambulla in the North central province of Sri Lanka. The tourist site of Sigiriya has been declared as a UNESCO world heritage site since 1982 and is part of the seven world heritage sites of Sri Lanka. Sigiriya is located in the middle of the tourism cultural triangle formed by connecting the world heritage sites of Anuradhapura, Kandy and Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka.

Mathalai muthumariamman Temple – Matale

Mathalai muthumariamman Temple – Matale

Sri Muthumariamman Thevasthanam is a Hindu temple located in Matale city that is known of the colourful chariots located here. Its history goes back to the early 1800s. The location of the present temple was used by the south Indian immigrants, who came to the island looking for employments. Today, it is one of the biggest Hindu temples in the island.

En – Route Visit Spice Garden

Spice Garden

Sri Lanka is world renowned for its valued spices and healing herbs. Our lush spice and herbal gardens feature many important herbs such as Sandalwood, Margosa, Cocoa, Citronella, Almond, Jasmine and Coconut. When visiting us, make the most of the chance to experience first-hand how cloves, pepper, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon and saffron are grown in their natural surroundings.

At Regent Spice and Herbal Garden you can learn of their medicinal healing properties and how to use them in your day to day needs. Used worldwide in many medicines, the healing powers of spices have been respected from the time of the Pharaohs and Chinese Dynasties, while our herbs are used in Ayurveda concoctions.

Cultural show at kandy

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Kandy 

Day 4: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya

Breakfast at Hotel

Visit Temple of Tooth relic

Temple of Tooth Relic

Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy

Located in Kandy, long a centre of the Buddhist faith, the stunning 17th-century Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is believed to house the left upper canine tooth of the Lord Buddha himself. This precious relic attracts white-clad pilgrims, bearing lotus blossoms and frangipani, every day.

According to legend, the tooth was taken from the Buddha as he lay on his funeral pyre. It was smuggled to Sri Lanka in 313 AD, hidden in the hair of Princess Hemamali who fled the Hindu armies besieging her father’s kingdom in India.

It immediately became an object of great reverence and was enshrined in a series of nested jeweled reliquaries. The tooth was brought out for special occasions and paraded on the backs of elephants, which are sacred to the Buddha. Where it survived numerous attempts to capture and destroy it.

When the capital was moved to Kandy, the tooth was taken to the new city and placed in temples built to honour it. The temple was originally built under Kandyan kings between 1687 and 1707

City Tour at Kandy (Lake Drive, Gem Museum, Silk shop, Batik etc…..)

Transfer from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Visit Hanuman Temple

Visit Hanuman Temple

The Ramboda area is believed to be where Rama’s forces were gathered against Ravana. Rampadai means Rama’s Force. The hills of Ramboda are also believed to be where Hanuman was searching for Sitadevi.  A Chinmaya mission has built an Anjaneyar temple in Sri Lanka with Hanuman as its presiding deity. The temple is called Sri Baktha Hanuman temple and the image of Hanuman here is 16 Feet tall. The service times at the Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple are between 7:00 am to 12:00 noon & again 30.30 to 6.30 pm

Visit Ramboda Falls

Ramboda Falls

Ramboda Falls is 109 m (358 ft.) high and 11th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and 729th highest waterfall in the world. It is situated in Pussellawa area, on the A5 highway at Ramboda Pass. It formed by Panna Oya which is a tributary of Kothmale Oya. Altitude of the falls is 945 m (3,100 ft.) above sea level.

Visit Tea Factory

Tea Factory

Sri Lanka is an island made for tea. The country produces tea throughout the year and the total tea production is about 340 million kilograms per annum. Sri Lanka’s tea-growing areas are mainly concentrated in the central highlands and southern inland areas of the island.

At present, a larger portion of the country’s tea is exported as Ceylon Black Tea, while the country also produces Ceylon Green Tea, a type developed from Assamese seedlings. Ceylon White Tea, namely silver and golden tips is celebrated around the world for their finest flavour and is among the most expensive tea varieties in the world.

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Day 5: Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya

Breakfast at Hotel

Visit Gayathri Peedam

Gayathri Peedam

Gayathri Peedam

The Gayathri Cathedral also known as Sri-Lankatheeswarar Temple is the very first temple dedicated for Goddess Gayathri. Gayathri Siddhar chose this place because it was a spiritual revelation. It is believed that the Tri Moortis – Siva, Brahma and Vishnu, appeared here when prince Meganath also known as Indrajit, son of an ancient Sri Lankan King Ravana Performed Siva Thapas and Nikumbala Yagna. Therefore, Gayathri Peedam is one of important site of Ramayana Tour of Sri Lanka.

Visit Seetha Amman Temple

Epic Related to Seetha Amman temple

Seetha amman temple

With reference to the Ramayana proof of Sri Lanka it is believed that the Seetha devi was kept captive at this site by King Ravana. There is a stream by the side of the temple where that runs from the hill, catered to the needs of Seetha Devi during her stay at Ashok Vatika. She is also said to have bathed in this stream. About centuries ago of three idols were discovered in the stream.

Visit Diurumpola

Divurumpola Temple

Divurumpola Temple

Still revered by thousands, this holy haven was the place where Sita performed her Agni Pariksha (proving her chastity) to her husband Rama. Continuing the practice for thousands of years, villagers still pledge their fidelity or take oaths there and even in certain courts, this agreement was binding. This place has been respected and worshipped by people down the ages.

Evening leisure at Gregory Lake

Gregory Lake

Gregory Lake

Named after Sir William Gregory in 1873, this is a prominent attraction used for water sports and recreational activities. Lake Park, Boat Rides are available. Travellers can be reached by sea plane which takes only 30 minutes from Colombo. At the southern end of the town is Gregory Lake where the holiday makers can enjoy a leisurely walk on the paved walk ways, with swan shaped paddle boats for the more adventurous. There are pony rides round the lake for the kids and even adults, with plenty of fast food stalls located in a separate area where one can enjoy a meal or a snack.

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Nuwara Eliya

Day 6: Nuwara Eliya – Colombo

Breakfast at Hotel

Transfer from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

En- Route visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Pinnawala orphanage is situated in Rabukkana, northwest of the town Kegalla, half ways between the present capital Colombo and the ancient royal residence Kandy in the hills of central Sri Lanka. It was established 1975 by the Sri Lanka Wildlife department. This 24 acres large elephant orphanage is an also breeding pace for elephants, the first elephant baby was born in 1984, and it has the greatest herd of elephants in captivity in the world. Between 1975 and 2012, 67 animals were born here.

Visit Kelaniya Temple

Vibishana Devalaya Kelaniya Temple

Vibishana Devalaya Kelaniya Temple

Even though Kelaniya is very important Buddhist Temple in Sri Lanka, there is a direct link between Ramayana tour Sri Lanka and Kelaniya Buddhist Temple. Ramayana states that after the death of King Ravana, King Vibhishana was crowned by Lakshmana. So Kelaniya is the place which had been ruled by Vibhishana. The reason Lakshmana crowned Vibhishana in Kelaniya was because Rama had to return to India as he had to continue his self-exile of 14 years to honour the commitment to his father, King Dasarath of Ayodhya. Therefore, Kelaniya Buddhist Temple also considered as important site of Ramayana tour of Sri Lanka. King Vibhishana was considered a fair king, as he supported Rama against his own brother’s injustice.

Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple

Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple

Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple considered as the first Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka.  Also this Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple in Sri Lanka which dedicated to Lord Hanuman in his Panchamuga form, meaning five faces. This temple is located Colombo Sri Lanka. It is believed that Swamy Chandrashekar built the first hanuman temple in Sri Lanka known as Sri Panchamukha Ancheneyar temple. Srimath Chandrasekara swamigal established First Temple in Sri Lanka and a first chariot in the world for Sri Rama’s beloved devotee Anjaneyar.

Shopping and city tour at Colombo – If time permitted

Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Colombo

Day 7: Colombo –  Airport

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Breakfast at Hotel

Transfer from Colombo to airport for Departure Flight

End Tour ……………

Inclusions

  • Arrival assistance at the Colombo Airport by My Holiday representative
  • The accommodation in the hotels mentioned or similar. Check-in / Check-out 1200 noon
  • Stay at DBL / TPL Sharing or SGL room stay Basis
  • Meals on Breakfast and Dinner basis at Hotel (B6, D6)
  • Complimentary Gem Gallery Visit
  • Complimentary Spice Garden visit
  • Complimentary entrance ticket to Cultural Show at Kandy – up on gem gallery visit
  • All Transfers by Air-conditioned private vehicles with an English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Fuel and Local insurance for the vehicle
  • Two complementary water bottle (500ml) each person each day
  • All applicable tax (Sri Lankan government Taxes Only)

Exclusions

  • Entrance fees other than mention in Inclusion
  • Train Ticket
  • Safari Jeep or Jeep for Horton Plains
  • Video and Camera permits at sights
  • Meals Outside of the stated meal plan
  • Tuk Tuk Charges
  • Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Any other services not specified above
  • Early check in & Late check out at the hotels (Check in & Check out time 12.00 to 12.00 Noon)
  • International Bank Transfer charges

Tour Cost

Package No        MHC-I-102

Package               Ramayana Tour

Travel Period      Rate valid till 20th August till 30th November 2022

No of Nights       6N/7D

 

No. of nights Destination 3* Hotel 3* + & 4* Hotel 4*+ & 5* Hotel
01 N Sigiriya Lily’s Resort Habarana  Fresco Water Villa  Habarana Village by Cinnamon
01 N Trincomalee Trincomalee beach Resort  JKAB Beach Resort  Trinco Blue by Cinnamon
01 N Kandy Devon Hotel  Royal Kandyan Hotel  Mahaweli Reach Hotel
02 N Nuwara Eliya Ashford Hotel  Mirrage King Cottage  Araliya Green City
01 N Colombo Global Tower Hotel  Fairway Hotel  Movenpick Hotel

 

Pax Count 3* 4* 5*
SGL DBL TPL SGL DBL TPL SGL DBL TPL
02 526 394 616 449 831 564
04 419 287 267 509 345 319 725 458 416
06 392 259 239 482 317 292 697 429 389
08 369 238 217 459 295 269 675 408 367
10 417 285 264 507 342 317 722 455 413
15 379 248 227 469 305 279 685 418 377
20 388 256 235 478 313 288 693 425 385
30 373 239 219 463 298 273 678 410 369
40 369 237 216 459 294 269 674 407 366

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