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09 Days Jaffna Ancian City

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Colombo

    Your representative will meet you at Colombo airport and drive you to your hotel in Colombo. It's a straightforward transfer to settle in for the night.

    Start point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Dambulla)
  2. Day 2

    Colombo to Jaffna

    After breakfast at the resort, you'll head north toward Jaffna with stops at two significant Hindu temples along the way. First comes Manavari Temple, where tradition holds that Lord Rama installed the Siva Lingam following his victory over King Ravana. From there, you'll stop at Munneshwaram Temple before continuing on to Jaffna itself. Lunch happens at a local restaurant, then you'll spend the night in Jaffna.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Jaffna)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Manavari Temple
    • Visit Munneshwaram Temple
    Landmarks
    Manavari Temple
    Munneshwaram Temple
  3. Day 3

    Jaffna

    You'll visit several important temples around the Jaffna area after breakfast. The day includes Nagapoosani Temple, located on Nainativu island in the Palk Strait, then Nallur Temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, followed by Karainagar Sivan Kovil and Keerimalai Naguleswaram Temple. You'll also check out Jaffna Fort, constructed by the Portuguese back in 1618. Lunch at a local spot and overnight in Jaffna.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Jaffna)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Nagapoosani Temple
    • Visit Nallur Temple
    • Visit Karainagar Sivan Kovil
    • Visit Keerimalai Naguleswaram Temple
    • Visit Jaffna Fort
    Landmarks
    Nagapoosani Temple
    Nallur Kandaswami Temple
    Karainagar Sivan Kovil
    Keerimalai Naguleswaram Temple
    Jaffna Fort
  4. Day 4

    Jaffna to Trincomalee

    After breakfast, you'll travel to Trincomalee and visit Koneswaram Temple, also called the Temple of the Thousand Pillars. This classical-medieval Hindu temple complex dedicated to Shiva holds significant religious importance in the region. You'll have lunch at a local restaurant and stay overnight in Trincomalee.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Trincomalee)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Koneswaram Kovil
    Landmarks
    Koneswaram Temple
  5. Day 5

    Trincomalee to Kandy

    Breakfast comes first, then you're heading to Kandy with a stop at a spice garden in Matale. There you'll learn about the therapeutic qualities of spices and try some herbal tea. Once in Kandy, you'll see the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, walk around the lakeside town center for shopping and local arts and crafts, visit the gem museum, and check out the local market. An evening cultural show featuring traditional music and drumming wraps up the day. Lunch and overnight in Kandy.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Galle)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Spice Garden in Matale
    • City tour of Kandy
    • Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    • Visit Kandy City Centre
    • Visit Arts & Crafts Centre
    • Visit Gem Museum
    • Visit Kandy Market
    • Traditional cultural show with music and drumming
    Landmarks
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    Kandy Lake
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  6. Day 6

    Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

    You'll head to Nuwara Eliya after breakfast, stopping at a tea plantation and factory where you can see how Ceylon tea is produced and taste some fresh brewed. You'll also visit Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple at Ramboda and Seetha Amman Temple on the way. In Nuwara Eliya, you'll explore this British colonial town with its English-style atmosphere, colonial buildings, and the well-known 18-hole golf course. There's an option to rent a bike or walk around Lake Gregory if you prefer something slower paced. Lunch locally, overnight in Nuwara Eliya.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Colombo)

    Included Activities

    • Tea plantation tour
    • Visit tea factory
    • Visit Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple at Ramboda
    • Visit Seetha Amman Temple
    • City tour of Nuwara Eliya

    Optional Activities

    • Bike rental for Lake Gregory
    • Hiking through the countryside
    Landmarks
    Sri Baktha Hanuman Temple
    Seetha Amman Temple
    Lake Gregory
  7. Day 7

    Nuwara Eliya to Kataragama

    After breakfast, you're traveling to Kataragama with a stop at Ravana Falls, a waterfall dropping about 25 meters surrounded by green vegetation. The falls connect to the Hindu epic Ramayana through the mythical king Ravana, adding some cultural context to the natural setting. You'll visit Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya, a temple complex respected by Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and the Vedda people. Lunch at a local restaurant and overnight in Kataragama.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Colombo)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ravana Falls
    • Visit Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya
    Landmarks
    Ravana Falls
    Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya
  8. Day 8

    Kataragama to Galle

    You'll travel to Galle after breakfast, stopping in Weligama to see the stilt-fishermen using their traditional method from poles positioned 20 to 50 meters offshore. Once in Galle, you'll explore the city's colonial heritage including the Galle Fort covering 90 acres, the Dutch Museum, and the Dutch church. The city served as Ceylon's main port and remains one of the better-preserved colonial towns in Southeast Asia, recognized as a World Heritage Site. You can also see the city's handmade lace and ebony carvings. Lunch locally, overnight in Galle.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel in Colombo)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Weligama stilt-fishermen
    • Visit Galle Fort
    • Visit Dutch Museum
    • Visit Dutch Church

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping for handmade lace and ebony carvings
    Landmarks
    Galle Fort
    Dutch Museum
    Dutch Church
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  9. Day 9

    Galle to Colombo

    You'll drive back to Colombo for a final city tour after breakfast. The route takes you past the Racecourse through clean streets, then to Pettah and the Floating Market for different shopping options. You'll also see the developing Colombo Port City project. Later, heading along Bauddhaloka Mawatha, you'll pass by the historic Independence Square. Lunch at a local restaurant and dinner before heading to the airport for your return flight.

    End point
    Colombo, Sri Lanka (Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant), Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Colombo
    • Visit Racecourse
    • Visit Pettah
    • Visit Floating Market
    • Visit Independence Square

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Colombo Port City
    Landmarks
    Racecourse
    Independence Square
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