Guests are welcomed at the airport and transferred to their hotel, with an optional visit to Gangaramaya Temple. Relax and prepare for the cultural journey ahead. Overnight stay is in Colombo.
Travel to Sri Lanka’s first kingdom and explore the sacred city, visiting Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, Thuparama, and Jetavanaramaya. Discover ancient monastic ruins and reservoirs that reflect the ingenuity of early Sinhalese civilization. Overnight stay is in Anuradhapura.
Start with an early morning visit to Mihintale, considered the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, climbing the meditation steps and exploring the stupa complex. In the afternoon, venture into the mystical Ritigala Forest Monastery and soak in the serene surroundings. Return to Anuradhapura for overnight stay.
Visit the majestic Aukana Buddha Statue, a masterful rock carving, before continuing to the medieval city of Polonnaruwa. Explore Gal Vihara, the Royal Palace, and the sacred quadrangle, immersing in the grandeur of a bygone era. Overnight stay is in Polonnaruwa.
Journey south to the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at over 150 Buddha statues and vivid murals, and spend a reflective evening in this historic pilgrimage destination. Overnight stay is in Dambulla.
Optional early morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, followed by a transfer to Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and witness evening rituals, experiencing the spiritual heartbeat of the city. Overnight stay is in Kandy.
Explore Lankatilaka Vihara and Gadaladeniya Temple, and visit the Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue and meditation centres. Optional cultural show or a quiet riverside walk provides a chance for reflection. Overnight stay is in Kandy.
Drive through scenic landscapes to Mahiyanganaya, home to one of Sri Lanka’s oldest Buddhist shrines, the Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara. Optionally visit the local Vedda community for cultural insights. Overnight stay is in Mahiyanganaya.
Travel to Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, associated with Lord Buddha’s third visit to Lanka. Reflect at the ancient stupa and sacred Bodhi tree before returning to Colombo for overnight stay.
Explore the interfaith and colonial history at Wolvendaal Church, Seema Malaka, and Independence Square Buddhist memorials. Free time in Pettah or leisure at the hotel. Overnight stay is in Colombo.
Optional excursions to Kalaniya Temple or local spiritual retreats. Leisure time allows for shopping or relaxation, followed by a farewell dinner with traditional Kandyan music if desired. Overnight stay is in Colombo.
Transfer to the airport for onward flights, concluding the pilgrimage through Sri Lanka’s sacred landscapes.