A ten-day journey that combines the full Ramayana trail through Sri Lanka’s sacred sites with the island’s most scenic destinations – the Kandy highlands, the scenic train to Ella, the adventure dimension of Ravana Cave and Little Adam’s Peak, a Yala wildlife safari, and the colonial heritage of Galle Fort. For Indian travellers who want the spiritual depth of the Ramayana trail alongside the full scenic and natural range of the island.
Arrival and drive to Chilaw with visits to Munneswaram Temple and Manavari Temple, both linked to the Ramayana story. Settle in and unwind by the lagoon with time at leisure. Optional kayaking experience in the evening. Overnight in Chilaw.
Drive to Pinnawala to witness elephant feeding and river bathing at the orphanage. Continue to Kandy and settle in before an evening lakeside walk. Optional cultural dance performance. Overnight in Kandy.
Morning visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic followed by Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Explore the gardens’ vast tropical collection and riverside setting. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Kandy.
Scenic drive through tea plantations into the highlands. Visit Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple and stop at Ramboda Falls. Evening visit to Seetha Amman Temple with optional stroll by Gregory Lake. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Visit Hakgala Botanical Garden, identified as Ashoka Vatika in the Ramayana. Enjoy a guided tea estate walk with insights into the tea-making process and tasting session. Evening relaxation by Gregory Lake. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Board the scenic train to Ella, passing tea estates and mountain landscapes. Stop at Ravana Falls on arrival and take in the surrounding views. Evening at leisure in the cool hill country setting. Overnight in Ella.
Visit Ravana Cave and explore its legendary connections. Hike to Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic valley views and visit the Nine Arches Bridge. Optional zip-lining for added adventure. Overnight in Ella.
Drive to Yala and prepare for an afternoon safari. Explore the park with a specialist naturalist in search of leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and rich birdlife. Evening at leisure. Overnight near Yala.
Drive along the southern coast with a guided walking tour of Galle Fort. Explore its colonial streets, ramparts, and coastal views. Continue to Colombo and settle in for the evening. Overnight in Colombo.
Morning city exploration with time for shopping or a relaxed stroll. Visit Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara in the afternoon. Transfer to the airport for departure.