Sri Lanka Group Tour With Jain Food / Caravan

Sri Lanka Group Tour With Jain Food Overview

This Sri Lanka Group Tour offers cultural, spiritual, and natural experiences over 4 nights and 5 days. Here’s a brief overview of what to expect:

Srilanka Jain Tour Highlights

1. Kandy Temple: Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of the most significant Buddhist sites in the world, located in the beautiful city of Kandy.
2. Peradeniya Botanical Garden: Explore the lush Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, renowned for its extensive collection of orchids, palm trees, and exotic plants.
3. Cultural Show: Experience Sri Lanka’s vibrant culture through a traditional dance and music performance, showcasing the island’s rich heritage.
4. Gem Museum & Gem Shop: Discover Sri Lanka’s famous gemstones with a visit to a gem museum and shop, where you can learn about the mining process and purchase unique jewelry.
5. Sitha Amman Temple: Visit the Sitha Amman Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Sita, located in Nuwara Eliya, believed to be the place where she was held captive by Ravana in the epic Ramayana.
6. Hanuman Temple: Explore the Hanuman Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, a key figure in the Ramayana, believed to have searched for Sita in this region.
7. Ashoka Vatika: Visit Ashoka Vatika, a garden in Nuwara Eliya where Sita is said to have been kept captive by Ravana, offering a serene and spiritual experience.
8. Madhu River: Enjoy a boat ride on the Madhu River, which is known for its scenic beauty, lush mangroves, and wildlife. This is a perfect spot for nature lovers.

Places Visited: Colombo – Kandy – Bentota

Itinerary Overview (4 Nights / 5 Days)

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo

• • • Arrival in Colombo: Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel in Colombo.
    • Colombo City Tour: Explore the vibrant city of Colombo. Visit the Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Galle Face Green, and the bustling Pettah Market.
    • Overnight Stay: Colombo

Day 2: Colombo to Kandy

• • • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
    • Transfer to Kandy: Drive to Kandy (approximately 3 hours). En route, visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to see elephants up close.
    • Kandy City Tour: Upon arrival, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Sri Lanka.
    • Cultural Show: In the evening, enjoy a traditional Cultural Show, featuring Kandyan dance and music.
    • Overnight Stay: Kandy

Day 3: Explore Kandy

• • • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
    • Peradeniya Botanical Garden: Visit the Peradeniya Botanical Garden, known for its extensive collection of plants, including a famous orchid house.
    • Gem Museum & Gem Shop: Explore a Gem Museum and shop, where you can learn about Sri Lanka’s gem mining industry and purchase gemstones.
    • Free Time: Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring Kandy, perhaps visiting the Kandy Lake or shopping for souvenirs.
    • Overnight Stay: Kandy

Day 4: Kandy to Bentota

• • • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
    • Transfer to Bentota: Travel to the coastal town of Bentota (approximately 4 hours).
    • Visit Sitha Amman Temple & Hanuman Temple: On the way, stop at Sitha Amman Temple and Hanuman Temple in Nuwara Eliya, significant sites linked to the Ramayana.
    • Bentota Beach: Arrive in Bentota and relax on the beautiful Bentota Beach.
    • Overnight Stay: Bentota

Day 5: Bentota to Colombo and Departure

• • • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
    • Madhu River Boat Ride: Take a scenic Madhu River Boat Ride, exploring the lush mangroves and small islands.
    • Turtle Hatchery Visit: Visit a nearby Turtle Hatchery to learn about turtle conservation efforts in Sri Lanka.
    • Transfer to Colombo: Return to Colombo (approximately 2 hours) and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

This itinerary provides a well-rounded experience of Sri Lanka, balancing cultural exploration, spiritual sites, and relaxation on the coast.