Sri Lanka Ramayana Holidays by Soma Journeys

Sri Lanka Ramayana Trail (7N/8D)

Sri Lanka is deeply connected with the epic Ramayana and is believed to be the land where Mata Sita was held captive by King Ravana. This spiritual journey takes you through ancient temples, caves, mountains, and forests associated with Lord Rama, Hanuman, and Sita, blending mythology, devotion, and natural beauty.

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo – Chilaw – Munneswaram – Manavari – Kandy

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and meet our representative. Proceed towards Chilaw. Visit:

Munneswaram Temple – where Lord Rama prayed to Lord Shiva to absolve himself of Brahmahatya Dosha
Manavari Temple – the first Shiva Lingam installed by Lord Rama (Ramalinga Shivan)

Continue your journey to Kandy. Check in to hotel and relax. Dinner and overnight stay in Kandy.

Day 2: Kandy – Temple of Tooth Relic – Ramboda – Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, visit:

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)

Proceed to Nuwara Eliya via Ramboda. En route visit:

Ramboda Falls
Tea Plantation & Tea Factory

In the evening, visit:

Seetha Amman Temple – believed to be the place where Sita was held captive
Ashok Vatika (Hakgala Botanical Garden) – where Hanuman found Sita

Dinner and overnight stay in Nuwara Eliya.

Day 3: Nuwara Eliya – Divurumpola – Ella

After breakfast, visit Divurumpola Temple – the place where Sita underwent Agni Pariksha (fire ordeal)

Proceed to the scenic town of Ella. Visit:

Ravana Cave – believed to be part of Ravana’s hiding place
Ravana Falls – associated with Sita’s bathing spot

Evening free to enjoy misty mountains and peaceful surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay in Ella.

Day 4: Ella – Ussangoda – Kataragama

After breakfast, drive towards Kataragama. En route visit Ussangoda – believed to be the landing site of Hanuman when he carried the Sanjeevani mountain. Arrive in Kataragama and visit Kataragama Temple (important multi-faith pilgrimage site). Dinner and overnight stay in Kataragama.

Day 5: Kataragama – Galle – Bentota

After breakfast, proceed towards Galle. Visit:

Galle Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Coastal temples linked to Ramayana folklore

Continue to Bentota for beach relaxation. Dinner and overnight stay in Bentota.

Day 6: Bentota – Colombo City Tour

After breakfast, drive to Colombo. Enjoy Colombo city tour, including:

Gangaramaya Temple
Galle Face Green
Independence Square
Local markets & shopping malls

Evening free for leisure and spiritual reflection. Dinner and overnight stay in Colombo.

Day 7: Colombo – Leisure / Optional Temple Visits

After breakfast, day free for Optional visits to Panchamuga Anjaneyar Temple. Enjoy rest of the day on your own by doing shopping/relaxing. Overnight stay in Colombo.