Dambulla Cave Temple
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy
Ramboda Falls
5 nights / 6 daysPilgrimageCultureHills

Trails of Ramayana

Chilaw · Dambulla · Trincomalee · Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Colombo

Dambulla 2N, Kandy 1N, Nuwara Eliya 1N, Colombo 1N

  • Hotels
  • Private vehicle
  • Sightseeing
  • Meals

Overview

A compact Ramayana pilgrimage from Chilaw to Trincomalee, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Colombo. Flights are not included, so tell us your departure city (Chennai, Trichy or elsewhere) when you enquire.

Best time to visit

January to April

Hill country is best January to April. Trincomalee itself is best April to September.

What to wear

  • Temples: clothes that cover shoulders and knees, light cotton or linen, and shoes that slip off easily.
  • Carry socks for hot stone floors. Light or white colours are respectful at the Temple of the Tooth.
  • Hill country (Nuwara Eliya, Ella): a hoodie or sweater and a light jacket for evenings, long pants and closed shoes. Nights can be around 10 to 15 degrees Celsius.
  • Kandy and Colombo: light layers and comfortable walking shoes.

What to carry

  • Government photo ID
  • Passport (for Sri Lanka; keep copies)
  • Printed Sri Lanka ETA (for Sri Lanka)
  • Sunglasses
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Power bank
  • Universal plug adapter (Sri Lanka)
  • Personal medicines
  • Motion sickness tablets (hill roads, ferries and cruises)
  • A small day bag
  • Hill country: a light waterproof jacket, warm socks, lip balm.
  • Temples: socks, a scarf or shawl.
  • Walking tours and Sigiriya: comfortable walking shoes, a small towel.
  • East and north-east, October to January: rain jacket or poncho.
  • October and November: afternoon thunderstorms anywhere in Sri Lanka, so carry a compact umbrella or poncho.
  • December to March: light rain gear only, for the hills.

Notes

  • Koneswaram Temple in Trincomalee may be closed for maintenance from 18 September 2026 to January 2027, with some deities covered. We confirm the status before travel.
  • Temples ask for covered shoulders and knees. Shoes come off at the entrance.
  • Visits to parks, sites, adventure activities, elephant rides and other tour places are at the client's own risk.
  • Itineraries may change with weather, tides, local conditions and availability. Hotels are same or similar.
  • Advance paid to confirm a booking is not refunded. See Cancellation and payment terms.

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