Ramayan Trail

Airport – Colombo

Arrival to Sri Lanka and you will meet our Guide at the Airport and proceed to Colombo or Negmbo for overnight stay. Check in your hotel and relax after the flight. Overnight stay at Colombo or Negambo.

Colombo-Kandy

Early in the morning proceed to Kandy. En route visit to world bighesr elephant orphanage at Pinnawala. Then visit to Spice and Herbal garden at  Mawanella (The spice capital of Sri Lanka). spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tour around the garden, which we call “The Spice Tour”, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need. Then proceed to Kandy and checking to hotel. In the evening visit to The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art. Later on you can enjoy The Kandy Cultural Show. Overnight stay at Kandy.

Kandy- Nuwaraeliya

After Breakfast Proceed to Nuwaraeliya. You will pass Raamboda waterfalls, and enjoy  world famous Ceylon tea  at the hill country tea factories and checking to your hotel. in the evening you can do Nuwaraeliya city tour and Visit to Sitha 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 its paintings, statues and pillars decorated with sculptures; all depicting the tale of Rama and Sita.

Nuwaraeliya- Thissamaharama

After breakfast proceed to yala. En route you can visit to Divurumpola Temple and Ella Rawana water Falls. 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. Rawana falls is another must visit in Ella. Hill country of Sri Lanka is quite popular for beautiful waterfalls and Ravana Falls is right at the top. The falls have been named after the legendary character Ravana, which is connected to the famous Indian epic, the Ramayana. According to legend, it is said that Ravana (who was the king of Sri Lanka at the time) had kidnapped princess Site, and had hidden her in the caves behind this waterfall, now simply known as the Ravana Ella Cave. At the time, the cave was surrounded with thick forests in the midst of wilderness. It is also believed that Rama’s queen bathed in a pool that accumulated the water falling from this waterfall. Then Proceed to Thissamaharama.

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Thissamaharama

Early morning start Safari tour at Yala national park. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, The park is also home to many other species of animals. In the evening will visit to Katharagama. This is the temple of Lord Karthikeya Subramaniam at Katharagama. Lord Karthikeya was requested to go to the battlefield by Lord Indra on the last day of war. This was done to protect Lord Rama from the wrath of Brahmasthra aimed by King Ravana which otherwise would have weakened Lord Rama. Overnight saty at Thissamaharama.

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Thissamaharama-Galle

After breakfast proceed to Galle. En route visit to Ussangoda, and Rumassala. Ussangoda is a strange coastal area because of its lack of trees. Its serpentine rock contains toxic heavy metals. Only specific smaller plants were able to adapt to this soil. But according to the Ramayana legends there are two more explanation for the baldness of Ussangoda. After meeting Sitadevi Lord Hanuman provoked the mighty King Ravana and his army of Rakshasas. It resulted in Lord Hanuman’s tail being set on fire by Rakshasas. Hanuman in turn went on to torch parts of King Ravana’s empire with his burning tail. Ussangoda is said to be one of these burnt areas. Besides the Ramyana Trail legend has it that earlier on the Ussangoda plateau was used an airport by King Ravana for his Dandumonara peachock chariot, before Hanuman devastated the landing site. Rumassala hill 3 kms east of Galle is the landmark of Unuwatuna beach because of the picturesque white Buddhist dagoba on top of it. Rumassala rock is one of the five Sri Lankan spots believed to originate from parts of Mount Dronagiri. They fell down when Hanuman carried the Dronagiri on his flight back to Lanka in order to use its Sanjiwani herb to rescue Lakhshmana and Rama who were in need of this medical plant to be reanimated after suffering severe injuries. Rumassala is also said to be an abode of Site during her stay in Lanka. Overnight stay at Galle.

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Galle-Chillaw

After Breakfast visit to Galle Dutch fortress, then Proceed to Chillaw,  overnight stay near by Chillaw.

Chillaw- Airport

After breakfast visit to Munneshwaram Temple and  directly proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure from Sri Lanka after spending a memorable time on the island.