Northern Sri Lanka Heritage Trail

Sri Lanka
9 Days

Overview

Explore the rich heritage and diverse cultures of Northern and Eastern Sri Lanka. From the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura and the vibrant Tamil city of Jaffna to the coastal beauty of Trincomalee and the lively capital of Colombo, this journey offers a perfect blend of history, spirituality, culture, and scenic landscapes.

Highlight

  • Relax amidst the tranquil backwaters of Kumarakom.
  • Experience the colonial charm of Fort Kochi and its iconic Chinese fishing nets.
  • Experience South India's rich blend of ancient temples, colonial heritage, vibrant traditions, wildlife, and serene backwaters.

Tour Plan

Your journey unfolds one day at a time through carefully planned destinations, meaningful cultural encounters, and seamless travel arrangements. While this itinerary provides a suggested route, every journey is fully customizable and can be tailored to match your interests, preferred pace, travel style, and schedule.

Day 01 :
Arrive Colombo

Drive Colombo – Negombo (45 Minutes)

Transfer hotel.

Day 02 :
Drive Negombo - Anuradhapura   

Drive 170 kms. / 4 hrs.

Anuradhapura which was the 1st chronicled capital of ancient Ceylon.  Attractions: The sacred Bo Tree, temples, Brazen Place, Samadhi Buddha, Kuttam Pokuna, and Mihintale (12 kilometers from Anuradhap ura) - a rock dotted with shrines and dwellings - a grand stairway of 1,840 steps made of granite slabs that leads to a summit with a splendid view of the countryside. Among the ruins of this once magnificent city, Anuradhapura, is the Ruwanvaliseya Temple, situated in the Mahamega Gardens. Built in the second century B.C by King Dutugamunu... It is 100 metres tall, 77 metres wide, and 300 ft in diameter.

Day 03 :
Drive Anuradhapura - Jaffna

Drive 198 kms. / 5 hrs.

Jaffna is the capital city of the Northern Province, Sri Lanka. Most of the residents of Jaffna are Sri Lankan Tamils with a presence of Sri Lankan Moors and Portuguese Burghers.

Day 04 :
In Jaffna

Visit Jaffna Fort: Spread over an area of 22 hectare within city limits, star shaped Jaffna's fort was built in 1680 by the Dutch.  Clock Tower with its unique architecture about 130 years old. Delft Island-35 kms from Jaffna but by the Portuguese. Last stop Archeological Museum a small treasure to ve on the main street.

Day 05 :
In Jaffna   

We explore Jaffna library housing many rare  books & built in accordance to Hindu architecture. Burnt down in 1981 due to ethnic uprising, it was restored & refurbished in 2003. Next stop Kandaswamy Kovil, Nallur Temple & 

Kantadorai mini Buddha.

Day 06 :
Drive Jaffna - Trincomalee

Drive 234 kms. / 5 hrs.

Evening Leisure at the beach resort in Trincomalee

Day 07 :
In Trincomalee   

Visit this eastern province port city and Sri Lanka’s Tamil language speaking culture.  This city is built of a peninsula of the same name with divides its inner & outer harbours.  Trincomalee city is home to the famous Koneswaram temple alluded to in its historic Tamil name Thirukonamalai and is home to other historical monuments such as the Bhadrakali Amman Temple, Trincomalee,

Day 08 :
Drive Trincomalee - Colombo

Drive 265 kms. / 6.hrs.

Morning drive to Colombo. Late afternoon Colombo orientation tour 

Day 09 :
Leave Colombo

Transfer out.

Included/Exclude

Cost Includes

  • Pick and Drop Services
  • 1 Meal Per Day
  • Cruise Dinner & Music Event
  • Visit 7 Best Places in the City With Group

Cost Excludes

  • Additional Services
  • Insurance
  • Food & Drinks
  • Tickets

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