Sri Lanka Special Diwali Tour
Day 01 | Airport to Chilaw (Travel Time: 01hrs 45min)
On arrival you will meet our Chauffeur/ Guide, who meet at the Bandaranaike International Airport. Thereafter you will be transferred to Kelaniya Vibishana Temple.
On completion proceed to Chilaw for your first night in Sri Lanka. Check in to the hotel and will be taken a rest of couple of hours in the evening visit to Munneswaram Temple in Chilaw.
The temple of Munneswaram is dedicated to Shiva. This Hindu cu lt center has beautiful 14th century remains and is worth a visit for its mysterious atmosphere. The temple is said to have existed since the year 1000 and brings together the Hindu minority of the region.
Back to the hotel and overnight stay at Amagi Beach or Similar hotel.
Day 02 | Chilaw to Trincomalee (Travel Time: 06 hrs.)
Breakfast at the hotel,
Today you will leave towards another iconic place of Sri Lanka Trincomalee. You will be visiting to Koneshwaram & Tirekeshwaram Temples.
Thirukoneswaram, or the Holy Koneswaram Temple, is a Hindu temple in Thirukonamalai (Trincomalee) on the east coast of Sri Lanka. The temple lies on a high rocky promontory surrounded on three sides by the sea. It bears a history of over three millennia with its records indicating its roots in 1580 BC. This, still beautiful, historical monument is what remains of what once was a sprawling temple city equal to the ancient city of Madurai, India.
After you will visit Rawana statue, Shakthi Peedam & Lakshmi Narayana Temple.
Check in to the hotel and overnight stay at JKAB hotel or Similar hotel.
Day 03 | Trincomalee (via Mahiyanganaya) to Kandy (Travel Time: 05 hrs. & 30min)
Breakfast will be served at your hotel, today you will visit to Hot Water Springs well at Trincomalee.
On completion will be driven to Kandy, en route visit Seetha Kotuwa in Mahiyanaganaya.
Seetha Kotuwa, when translated means ‘Sita’s Fort’ – and referred to as one of the most stunning and scenic locations in the legendary tale. It is an important place because it is one of the first places where King Ravana had brought Sita after abducting her. The area was said to be peaceful, with streams and surrounded by a variety of flora and fauna.
Check in to the hotel and the rest of the day will be spent at leisure.
Overnight stay at Lagoon Hotel in Kandy or Similar hotel.
Day 04 | Kandy to Nuwara Eliya (Travel Time: 02 hrs.)
After leisurely breakfast, today you will explore the last kingdom of Sri Lanka, Check out from the hotel and you will leave towards Kandy city. Will be visited Temple of Tooth Relic and 04 dewols ( Natha Dewol, Paththini Dewol, Vishnu Dewol & Kataragama Dewol).
Temple of the tooth, is the most important place for the present Buddhist because it is the final resting place of the sacred tooth relic of Buddha known as “Sri Dalada Maligawa.” It is famous for its carvings and the beautiful art that is unique to Sri Lanka. The most important part of the Dalada Maligawa is the octagon (Pathirppuwa). Thousands of people line up each day to get a glimpse of its majesty. Kandy is also the one of the most beautiful cities of Sri Lanka with its picturesque lake built by its last king, it’s hills surrounding the city, it’s devales the oldest the natha devale belonging to the 14th century and the palace of the last king of Kandy which are presently the districts courts and the archaeological museum. Kandy also is the centre for Buddhist cultural affairs with meditation centres and Buddhist publication societies.
We will dedicate our time to visit one of the most important monuments of Sri Lanka, Nuwara Eliya en route visit Hanuman Temple & Ashok Vatika Garden.
The Chinmaya mission of Sri Lanka has built a temple with Lord Hanuman as the presiding deity. The temple is on a stunning location that looks out towards part of the Kotmale valley approximately 40 minutes’ drive from Spring Acre on the A5 highway in the direction of Kandy.
Proceed to your hotel and check in to the hotel and overnight stay at Galway height or Similar hotel.
Day 05 | Nuwara Eliya
Breakfast at the hotel, Today you will visit another importance temples from Nuwara eliya. Firstly we will visit Seetha Amman Temple,
This is the only Seetha Amman kovil in the world and is built according to South Indian architecture. Legend has it that Seetha was held captive and hidden in this spot by king Rama to protect her from the demon king Ravana according to the Epic Ramayana. The stream that runs close to this spot is believed to be the place where Sita bathed and the rock beside it is supposed to be the place where she sat praying. On the rock face across the stream are circular depressions believed to be the foot prints of Rawana’s elephant.There is one spot in the stream where the water cannot be drunk and legend has it that Sita cursed this spot and hence the bad taste.
On completion visit to Divurumpola & Gayathri Temple
This is the place where Seetha Devi underwent “Agni Pariksha” (test). It is a popular place of worship among locals in this area. Divurumpola means place of oath in Sinhala. The legal system permits and accepts the swearing done at this temple while settling disputes between parties.
Gayathri Temple is a Hindu temple which is situated in Nuwara Eliya. It is a very important and holy site in Nuwara Eliya. It is regarded as the first temple in Sri Lanka which was built for Gayathri Amman. The Shiva Lingam in this temple was said to have been brought from the holy river Narmada in India. This historic temple is visited by a large number of Hindu devotees every year.
On completion you will be back to hotel for your overnight.
Day 06 | Nuwara Eliya to Kataragama (Travel Time: 03 hrs. & 30 min)
Breakfast at the hotel, we will rise early in the morning today you will proceed to Katharagama. En route visit you will be watching Rawana Cave,
Linked to King Ravana, of the legendary Indian epic Ramayana,. The cave resides behind the cascade, Ravana Falls (Ravana Ella), considered one of the widest in Sri Lanka, especially during the rainy season. According to legends, the Demon King is said to have abducted the Indian Princess Sita and concealed her in the cave. Legends has it that this was done so as an act of revenge against Rama, consort of Princess Sita, for cutting off his King Ravana´s sister´s nose.
Upon arrival at Kataragama and check in to the hotel, then will be taken a rest couple of hours and visited to Kumana swami Temple.
This temple Dedicated to the Hindu Deity Kanda Swami or popularly known locally as Kataragama Deviyo, this temple is the centerpiece of the town and the objective for visiting this locality. A quite a unique experience of offering poojas and worship.
You will be back to the hotel for your overnight hotel Chandrika or similar hotel.
Day 07 | Katharagama to Bentota (Travel Time : 04 hrs. & 30min)
After breakfast you will proceed to Bentota via Galle, Visit Rumassala Hills.
Rumassala Hill is one of the most popular Galle attractions and is also linked with ancient folklore; according to a tale in the Ramayana epic, Hanuman, the Hindu Monkey God was returning to the island with a chunk of the Himalayas that contained special medicinal herbs. On his journey back a piece of it fell on the area now known as Rumassala. Some claim this to be the reason why one can find medicinal plants in the locale that are quite rare.
Check in to the hotel and Rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the hotel facilities.
Overnight stay at Villa@69 or similar hotel.
Day 08 | Bentota to Airport (Travel Time: 02 hrs.)
Breakfast at hotel or depending on your departure flight, leave Bentota and transfer to Airport for departure.
Safe Travels
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