ARRIVAL IN NEGOMBO

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Negombo, where you will rest and relax prior to commencing your spiritual tour.

Overnight stay in Negombo.

Overnight: Hotel in Negombo

Meals included: Breakfast

CITY TOUR IN ANURADHAPURA

Post breakfast, and you will be heading to Anuradhapura, which was once a kingdom and is now a capital. You will see well-preserved ruins belonging to ancient Sri Lankan history. The places you will see include,

JAYA SRI MAHA BODHI

Residing in the Mahamewna Gardens, this sacred fig tree is the Southern Branch of the Mahabodhi at Bodh Gaya in India. This miraculous complex of the Bodhi is believed to fulfil the prayers of the needy. People from every corner of the world, including many locals, visit this sacred ground to pay homage annually. Annual Pooja is performed, followed by traditional customs.

RUWANWELISEYA

This sacred stupa is a famous ground for Buddhists all over the world. This stupa is enshrined with two quarts of Lord Buddha’s relics which are considered the largest collection on the island. Built by King Dutugemunu upon his victory is now a major religious attraction and one of the world’s tallest ancient monuments in the world.

JETAVANARAMAYA

Residing amongst the ruins of Anuradhapura, this stupa was the third tallest structure in the world by the time it was built. The stupa is still the largest, which has housed 10,000 monks to date. Designed in a unique shape of an ellipsoid, the stupa is a fine construction of crushed dolomite, limestone, clay and bricks.

LANKARAMAYA

The renovated stupa from ancient times leaves behind fewer trails of its origin. With its ruins from the site, there’s no doubt to have had a house (Vatadage) encircling the stupa to safeguard it.

NELLIKULAMA TEMPLE

This beautiful temple which was built in 2006, resembles the 500 followers of Lord Buddha with its 500 disciple statues built-in line.

ABHAYAGIRI VIHARA

This extensive vihara gives a glow even at a distance with its constructions of burnt clay bricks. Reaching a high state of prestige and importance, it is now an international institute influencing Buddhist philosophy.

SAMADHI BUDDHA STATUE

The 7 ft 3 inch tall statue carved from dolomite marble resembles Lord Buddha’s posture in his first enlightenment and is also regarded as one of the finest Buddha statues on the Island.

THUPARAMAYA

The bell-shaped dagoba was destroyed from time to time and was paved with fine granite in its last renovation. The stone pillars around the dagoba is a proof of having had a vatadage in ancient times.

KUTTAM POKUNA

The twin ponds from ancient times are absolute proof of skills in hydrological engineering and architecture at the time.

MIRISAWETIYA VIHARA

Spreading over 50 acres, this memorial stupa holds possession of Lord Buddha’s relics. Built by King Dutugemunu, this stupa has its own tale. Today, it’s a famous religious place for offerings and worshipping.

ISURUMUNIYA

Situated near the Tissa Wewa, the temple holds carvings of Isurumuniya lovers, an elephant pond and the royal family at the time. This is also the sacred ground of King Ravana.

AVUKANA BUDDHA STATUE

This standing statue of Lord Buddha which is more than 40 ft in height, is a result of a master's and a pupil’s competition. This huge statue is carved out of granite rock and is a major attraction.

LOVAMAHAPAYA

The bronze-tiled roof building is situated between the Ruwanweliseya and the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi. Believed to have had the building plan brought from heaven, there are 1600 stone pillars in the compound which had taken six years to complete. This building was also used to recite the confessional sutra every full moon.

Overnight stay at your hotel in Anuradhapura.

Overnight: Hotel in Anuradhapura

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY TOUR IN SIGIRIYA

Post breakfast, and you will be enjoying a day tour in Sigiriya with much to discover. In Sigiriya, you will see the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the Dambulla Cave Temple.

SIGIRIYA ROCK FORTRESS

This ancient column of rock which is nearly 660 ft high, is a significant archaeological and historical attraction. Built by King Kashyapa as his imaginary paradise (capital), Sigiriya frescoes play a vital role in adding color to the fortress. Upon the king's demise, the capital was abandoned and eventually transformed into a monastery which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

DAMBULLA CAVE TEMPLE

This is the largest cave temple on the Island. However, there are over 80 caves in the complex, main attractions are spread over five caves. A total of 153 Buddha statues and other statues of gods and kings are resemblances of true historical value.

Spend your night in Sigiriya.

Overnight: Hotel in Sigiriya

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY TOUR IN POLONNARUWA

Prepare yourself for an exciting day tour around Polonnaruwa that includes the world heritage site and more places of historical value. Places you will visit in Polonnaruwa include,

THE WORLD HERITAGE SITE

The city of Polonnaruwa was declared a world heritage site in the 10th century. It was the capital of Chola post-invasion. It is the second ancient and large kingdom after Anuradhapura. With many ruins from the past, the city lets us relive those moments.

VATADAGE

Dating back to the Polonnaruwa Kingdom, this Vatadage is ‘the finest’ of all and defines its purpose well. Built for the protection of the small stupa, the circular shaped Vatadage with many stone pillars around it and an entrance with ‘Sandakada Pahana’ defines architecture at its best back in time.

LANKATHILAKA VIHARA

Built on a natural rock with an influence of South Indian Architecture, the image house is the main attraction, with Sinhalese sculptures and paintings on its walls. Although the eight-storied image house mansion just remains with three today, the outstanding architectural features yet draw every bit of attention.

THE ROYAL PALACE

Built by King Parakramabahu 1, the said seven-storied palace is only a crumbling remain today. The palace still holds on to a few remains, which is proof of great engineering skills back then.

RANKOTH VEHERA

Built-in accordance with the traditions of the stupas in Anuradhapura Maha Viharaya, this vehera is a close resemblance to the Ruwanweliseya. Made entirely out of brick, this sacred ground holds tons of flower offerings.

GAL VIHAR

The four rock relief statues of Lord Buddha’s seating, standing and reclining positions define Sri Lankan sculpting, carving and art skills during the 12th century.

POTHGUL VIHARAYA

Considered as the oldest library in the country, this ancient ruin is built in a circular structure entirely of bricks. There are remains of four stupas on the premises.

Overnight stay in Polonnaruwa.

Overnight: Hotel in Polonnaruwa

Meals included: Breakfast

KANDY CITY TOUR

Today will be a city tour in the golden city of Sri Lanka, Kandy. With never-ending tales, the royal city upholds its reputation and pride throughout. Places you will visit include,

MATALE ALUVIHARE

This magnificent cave temple is honoured for first writing the Pali Canon completely on palm leaves. There are images and paintings of hell punishments, and Himalayan Mountain Range and a sleeping Buddha Statue.

TEMPLE OF THE TOOTH

This sacred temple is located in the former royal palace complex, and originally it was used for the King's recreational activities but later was offered to the Tooth Relic. This mind-blowing temple is a peaceful and sacred ground to worship and pray at any time.

GADALADENIYA AND LANKATHILAKA VIHARA

With a Hindu artistic architectural background, the Gadaladeniya Temple was founded in 1344 and is also considered one of the largest rock temples. Lankathilaka Temple is considered the Gampola era’s most magnificent architectural edifice.

You will enjoy a city tour in Kandy and later rest and relax in your hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Kandy

Meals included: Breakfast

COLOMBO CITY TOUR

Post breakfast, you will be heading back to Colombo, and you will stop at a few temples for viewing.

KELANIYA RAJA MAHA VIHARA

This ancient temple is believed to have had a gem-studded throne at the original stupa where Lord Buddha used to sit and preach. It is also famous for its image of the reclining Lord Buddha.

GANGARAMAYA TEMPLE

Located in the Beira Lake, this glorious temple is a blend of modern and ancient architecture, including a Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian and Chinese touch. It is both a place of worship and an educational centre. The temple takes part in much charity work.

Overnight stay in Colombo.

Overnight: Hotel in Colombo

Meals included: Breakfast

DEPARTURE

After breakfast, you will enjoy a short city tour in Colombo before you rest, relax, and prepare for your departure.

Meals included: Breakfast