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Sacred Sri Lanka Pilgrimage

Visit sites sacred to Buddhism across Sri Lanka — from the world's oldest tree to the footprint atop Adam's Peak.

5 days640 kmBest: Year-round (Poya days special)Pilgrims, spiritual travellers
Route

BIA → Kelaniya → Anuradhapura → Mihintale → Dambulla → Polonnaruwa → Kandy → Adam's Peak → BIA

Highlights

  • Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
  • Sri Maha Bodhi (oldest tree)
  • Mihintale birthplace of Buddhism
  • Dambulla Caves (UNESCO)
  • Gal Vihara
  • Temple of Sacred Tooth (UNESCO)
  • Adam's Peak

Day by day

Timings are flexible. We shape each day around your pace.

Day 1BIA, Kelaniya & Anuradhapura

  • Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara — morning puja
  • Drive to Anuradhapura (175 km)
  • Sri Maha Bodhi · Ruwanwelisaya · Thuparamaya
  • Evening puja at Maha Bodhi
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Day 2Mihintale

  • Abhayagiriya · Jetavanaramaya (3rd tallest ancient structure on earth)
  • Mihintale — 1,843 rock-cut steps · birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
  • Summit temple & panoramic views
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Day 3Dambulla & Polonnaruwa

  • Dambulla Cave Temple — 5 caves with 2,000-year murals (UNESCO)
  • Polonnaruwa — Gal Vihara rock Buddhas · Lankatilaka Image House
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Day 4Adam's Peak Night Climb

  • Drive to Dalhousie base of Adam's Peak
  • Night ascent — 5,500 steps (3–4 hrs)
  • Summit before dawn — sacred footprint · iconic pyramid shadow at sunrise
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Day 5Kandy & Return

  • Drive to Kandy
  • Temple of Sacred Tooth puja
  • Drive Kandy to BIA
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IncludedPrivate driver · fuel · tolls · parking
Not includedHotels · meals · entrance fees

🏨 Suggested stays: Anuradhapura · Habarana · Adam's Peak base · Kandy

Choosing a vehicleThink about your head count and how much luggage you carry. Sedan suits small groups with light bags. Mini van and KDH van give more room for people and baggage. Not sure? We'll help you pick.

Good to know

  • This is an estimate. We give the exact price after we talk it through.
  • The price covers city-to-city travel only. Short side trips and nearby spots are not included, but you can add them. Just ask.
  • Hotels are not included. Book your own, or we can find and book them for you.

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