“In the Footsteps of Ramayana” 8 Day Tour
Private AC vehicle, Tamil/Hindi-speaking guide, temple priest arrangements on request.
Ramayana Tour in Sri Lanka with Taprobane Tours and Travels
Walk in the footsteps of Lord Rama. Sri Lanka is believed to be the Lanka of the Ramayana. This 8-day pilgrimage + cultural tour covers all major Ramayana sites linked to Rama, Sita, Hanuman and Ravana.Perfect for families, devotees, and Indian pilgrims.
“.Day 1: Colombo → Negombo → Munneswaram
Arrival. Drive to Munneswaram Temple, Chilaw – one of the 5 Ishwarams. Believed to be where Rama prayed after war to absolve sins.
Stay: Negombo
Day 2: Negombo → Anuradhapura → Sigiriya
Anuradhapura: Visit Nagadeepa – place where Rama’s brother Lakshmana is said to have visited.
Evening: Sigiriya – believed by some scholars to be Ravana’s fortress “Alakamanda”.
Stay: Sigiriya
Day 3: Sigiriya → Dambulla → Kandy
Dambulla Cave Temple – where Sita is said to have bathed.
Kandy: Temple of the Tooth + Seetha Amman Temple, Nuwara Eliya en route visit next day.
Stay: Kandy
Day 4: Kandy → Nuwara Eliya – “Sita’s Trail”
Seetha Amman Temple, Seetha Eliya – where Sita was held captive. Stream + footprints on rock.
Ashoka Vatika, Hakgala Botanical Garden – where Sita spent her days.
Gayathri Peedam – dedicated to Gayathri, Rama’s mother.
Stay: Nuwara Eliya
Day 5: Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Ravana Falls
Ravana Falls – where Ravana is said to have hidden Sita.
Ravana Cave, Ella – 1km tunnel believed to be Ravana’s hideout.
Little Adams Peak view.
Stay: Ella
Day 6: Ella → Wellawaya → Yala
Buduruwagala – 7 ancient Buddha statues, believed by some to be linked to Ravana’s kingdom.
Yala area: Sita Pokuna – natural caves where Sita meditated.
Stay: Yala
Day 7: Yala → Kataragama → Galle
Kataragama – sacred to both Buddhists and Hindus. Lord Murugan temple.
Drive to south coast.
Stay: Galle
Day 8: Galle → Colombo → Airport
Panchamuga Anjaneya Temple, Colombo – 5-faced Hanuman temple.
Kelani Raja Maha Vihara – where Rama is said to have worshipped.
Airport drop.
End of Tour
The 5 Ishwarams – Add-on for 2 more days
Devotees often add all 5 ancient Shiva temples built by Ravana:
Naguleswaram, Jaffna
Ketheeswaram, Mannar
Munneswaram, Chilaw
Tirukoneswaram, Trincomalee
Tiruketheeswaram, Kalpitiya
What makes Taprobane’s Ramayana Tour special
Storytelling guide: We connect each site with Ramayana verses
Priest arrangements: Pooja at Seetha Amman & Munneswaram can be arranged
Comfort: AC vehicle, good hotels, no rushed temple runs
Combine: Can be done with Nallur, Jaffna temples for South Indian pilgrims
Best time to go
Dec – April: Best weather for Nuwara Eliya, Ella, South
May – Sept: Good for North + East Ishwarams
FAQ
Q: What is the Sri Lanka Ramayana Tour?
A: It follows Lord Rama’s trail in the Ramayana. Visit Ashok Vatika, Seetha Amman Temple, Ravana Cave, and more.
Q: Is this tour suitable for Indian pilgrims?
A: Yes. We provide vegetarian meals, Hindi-speaking guides, and temple timings.
Q: How long are the drives between Ramayana sites?
A: 2-4 hours. We break journeys with scenic tea country and waterfalls.
Q: Can the Ramayana Tour be combined with Beach?
A: Yes. Most guests add 3 days in Bentota or Galle at the end.
