Connect with the divine across two sacred traditions:
Visit the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy – Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist temple
Walk the paths of Buddhist kings in Anuradhapura and Mihintale
Discover the serenity of Dambulla Cave Temple and Avukana Buddha
Climb the holy mountain of Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) or view it from below (optional)
Experience respectful rituals, local traditions, and peaceful moments
Enjoy a comfortable private journey with cultural insights and flexibility
Explore sacred Ramayana sites including Sita Amman Temple, Ashok Vatika,
and Divurumpola
DAY 1
Begin your spiritual journey in the coastal town of Negombo. Known for its peaceful beaches and multicultural history, it’s the ideal place to relax and reflect before heading inland toward Sri Lanka’s sacred heartlands.
Airport pick-up and hotel check-in
Optional short visit to St. Mary’s Church or Negombo Lagoon
Rest and prepare for the days ahead
Don’t Miss: Sunset at the beach for a calm start
Affordable: Beacon Beach Hotel (or similar)
Comfort: Goldi Sands Hotel (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing Lagoon (or similar)
No meals included
20–30 minutes from airport
DAY 2
Travel to Sri Lanka’s ancient capital — a deeply revered site in Buddhism. Anuradhapura holds centuries of spiritual history, from sacred trees to magnificent stupas.
Visit Sri Maha Bodhi Tree – grown from the original Bodhi tree of enlightenment
Explore Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanaramaya Stupas
Optional: Visit Abhayagiriya monastery and Isurumuniya
Don’t Miss: Pilgrims in white praying under ancient trees
Affordable: Hotel Alakamanda (or similar)
Comfort: Rajarata Hotel (or similar)
Deluxe: Ulagalla by Uga Escapes (or similar)
Breakfast
Approx. 4 hours
DAY 3
Visit Mihintale, the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, where Arahat Mahinda met King Devanampiya Tissa. Then travel to Dambulla, known for its stunning cave temple filled with Buddhist murals and statues.
Climb Mihintale hill and explore its peaceful surroundings
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (Golden Temple)
Evening rest or quiet temple visit nearby
Don’t Miss: Sunrise or sunset views from Mihintale
Affordable: Tropical Life Resort (or similar)
Comfort: Amaya Lake (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing Lake (or similar)
Breakfast
Approx. 3.5 hours
DAY 4
Spend your morning visiting the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress or its peaceful alternative, Pidurangala. Then visit the impressive Avukana Buddha statue — a towering ancient sculpture carved from a single rock.
Climb Sigiriya or Pidurangala Rock
Visit Avukana Buddha statue
Optional: Cultural village lunch experience
Don’t Miss: Local worshippers at Avukana in prayer
Affordable: Tropical Life Resort (or similar)
Comfort: Amaya Lake (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing Lake (or similar)
Breakfast
Local
DAY 5
Journey to Kandy, the cultural heart of Sri Lanka and home to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic — the country’s most important Buddhist site.
Visit the Temple of the Tooth during puja time
Walk around Kandy Lake
Optional: Evening cultural show or meditation at a local temple
Don’t Miss: Soft drumming and chanting inside the temple
Affordable: Oak Ray Regency (or similar)
Comfort: Hotel Topaz (or similar)
Deluxe: Earl’s Regency (or similar)
Breakfast
Approx. 2.5 hours
DAY 6
Head into Sri Lanka’s cool central highlands and begin the Ramayana leg of your journey. Nuwara Eliya is home to several sacred sites connected to Sita and Hanuman.
Visit Seetha Amman Temple and Ashok Vatika (Sita Eliya)
Explore Hanuman footprints temple in Ramboda (optional)
Walk around Gregory Lake in the evening
Don’t Miss: Quiet moment of prayer at Seetha Amman Temple
Affordable: Heaven Seven Nuwara Eliya (or similar)
Comfort: Lynden Grove Villa (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing St. Andrew’s (or similar)
Breakfast
Approx. 2.5–3 hours
DAY 7
Today your journey shifts from the cool hills into Sri Lanka’s sacred southern landscape. As you travel down from the hill country, the scenery changes from tea estates and misty mountains to warmer plains and forest areas. Katharagama is one of Sri Lanka’s most spiritually powerful pilgrimage towns, respected by Hindu, Buddhist and local communities alike. For travellers following both Ramayana and Buddhist heritage, this overnight stay adds a meaningful and emotional depth to the tour.
After breakfast, check out and depart towards Katharagama En route stops (depending on your starting city and timing): Ravana Falls photo stop (Ramayana-linked location) Scenic viewpoints and comfort breaks along the way Arrive in Katharagama and check in to hotel Evening visit (time permitting) to Katharagama sacred area / temple complex Time for quiet reflection or a relaxed walk near the sacred zoneDon’t Miss: The peaceful evening atmosphere around Katharagama when pilgrims gather and the area feels truly spiritual.
Optional Add-on Arrange time for evening pooja / rituals (recommended for religious travelers).
Affordable: Mandara Rosen Yala (or similar)
Comfort: Grand Tamarind Lake (or similar)
Deluxe: Jetwing Yala / Cinnamon Wild Yala (or similar)
Breakfast at hotel Dinner optional (MAP recommended here due to limited restaurant options nearby)
From Ella: Approx. 2.5–3.5 hours > From Nuwara Eliya: Approx. 5.5–7 hours (with breaks)
DAY 8
After a spiritually rich stay in Katharagama, today is designed as a softer and more relaxing chapter in your journey. You’ll travel along the southern coastal belt and gradually reach Bentota, one of Sri Lanka’s most comfortable beach towns with calm resorts, wide beaches, and easy activities. This overnight stay is important in a religious tour because it gives travellers time to rest, recharge, and enjoy a peaceful seaside evening before continuing the final part of the itinerary.
After breakfast, check out and drive from Katharagama to Bentota
Scenic coastal travel with comfort breaks
Optional stop (time permitting) at:
Galle Fort for a gentle walk and photos (highly recommended)
Arrive in Bentota and check in to beach hotel
Evening at leisure: beach walk, pool time, or rest
Optional: Join the evening puja with offerings
Don’t Miss: A relaxed walk inside Galle Fort if you choose to stop there — it’s calm, scenic, and senior-friendly.
Optional Add-on: Madu River Boat Safari (best for families and elders, very relaxing)
Turtle hatchery visit (short and easy)
Affordable: Susantha Garden Hotel / Ocean View Bentota (or similar)
Comfort: The Palms Beruwala / EKHO Surf Bentota (or similar)
Deluxe: Cinnamon Bey Beruwala / Avani Bentota (or similar)
Breakfast at hotel
Katharagama → Bentota: Approx. 4.5–6 hours (longer if stopping at Galle)
DAY 9
Head back to the capital city for a final day of reflection, shopping, or an optional visit to one of the peaceful temples in the city.
Optional visit to Gangaramaya Temple or Kelaniya Temple
Light sightseeing or rest
Final group dinner or private farewell
Don’t Miss: Lighting your final oil lamp at the temple
Affordable: City Hotel Colombo (or similar)
Comfort: Fairway Colombo (or similar)
Deluxe: Cinnamon Grand Colombo (or similar)
Breakfast
Approx. 5 hours
DAY 10
Your spiritual journey comes to a peaceful end. After breakfast, your driver will take you to the airport for your onward flight.
Breakfast
Approx. 1 hour to airport depending on hotel
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9 nights’ accommodation in your selected hotel category (Affordable / Comfort / Deluxe)
Daily breakfast at all hotels
Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide
All fuel, tolls, and parking fees
Airport pick-up and drop-off with a warm welcome
Friendly support from our team throughout your journey
International flights
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Optional tours and spiritual add-ons
Entrance tickets and puja/temple offering fees (unless arranged in advance)
Travel insurance
Camera/video permits
Tips and personal expenses
Visa fees – Apply here
Early check-in / late check-out at hotels
Entrance tickets and puja arrangements can be included in your quote upon request
Respectful attire is required for all temple visits (covered shoulders & knees)
This tour does not include train rides — itinerary is by road for comfort and flexibility
Services can be customized for groups, senior travelers, or deeper rituals
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