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7 Days / 6 Nights

7 Day Catholic Heritage Journey

โœ Extended Catholic Trail ยท Pilgrimage & Spiritual

Package Overview

Every major Catholic shrine plus the colonial heritage churches. A pilgrimage curated by Nelum across Negombo โ†’ Katuwapitiya, Negombo โ†’ Ragama / Tewatte โ†’ Talawila โ†’ Madhu โ†’ Colombo, weaving 6 sacred sites with thoughtful pacing, modest-dress guidance, vegetarian options where requested, and a chauffeur-guide briefed on the faith traditions of each shrine.

Ragama / TewatteTalawilaMadhu
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$875
person ยท 3โ˜… pilgrim comfort ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
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Tour Highlights

What makes this trip unforgettable

โœฆ St Mary's Church, Negomboโœฆ St Sebastian's Church, Katuwapitiyaโœฆ Our Lady of Lanka Shrine, Tewatteโœฆ St Anne's Shrine, Talawilaโœฆ Shrine of Our Lady of Madhuโœฆ Negombo beachโœฆ Muthurajawela wetlandsโœฆ Colombo airportโœฆ Modest-dress guidance at every shrineโœฆ Chauffeur-guide briefed on local faith practice
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Where you'll go

Negombo

St Mary's Church, Negombo โ€” A vivid example of Sri Lanka's Portuguese-Catholic heritage, with one of the most elaborately painted ceilings of any Sri Lankan church.

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Katuwapitiya, Negombo

St Sebastian's Church, Katuwapitiya โ€” A symbol of resilience and forgiveness. Today the church serves as both a parish and a national memorial.

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Ragama / Tewatte

Ragama / Tewatte

Our Lady of Lanka Shrine, Tewatte โ€” Sri Lanka's National Marian Shrine and Minor Basilica, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary under the title Our Lady of Lanka, Patroness of Sri Lanka.

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Talawila

Talawila

St Anne's Shrine, Talawila โ€” Dedicated to Saint Anne, Mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary โ€” one of Sri Lanka's largest Catholic pilgrimage centres, associated with family devotion, healing and thanksgiving.

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Madhu

Madhu

Shrine of Our Lady of Madhu โ€” The most important Catholic pilgrimage site in Sri Lanka โ€” a national Marian shrine and international pilgrimage destination visited by pilgrims of every religion. Pope Francis visited in 2015.

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Colombo

St Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade โ€” Dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua โ€” a national shrine of hope and international Catholic destination visited daily by pilgrims of every religion.

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Itinerary

Day-by-day

  1. 01

    Day 01 โ€” Airport โ†’ NegomboColombo / Airport โ†’ Negombo

    St Mary's, the fishing village and harbour.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  2. 02

    Day 02 โ€” Negombo heritageNegombo โ†’ Negombo

    St Sebastian's Katuwapitiya, Tewatte Basilica.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  3. 03

    Day 03 โ€” Negombo โ†’ TalawilaKatuwapitiya, Negombo โ†’ Negombo

    St Anne's Shrine. Beach overnight.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  4. 04

    Day 04 โ€” Talawila โ†’ MadhuRagama / Tewatte โ†’ Talawila

    Madhu pilgrimage Mass.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  5. 05

    Day 05 โ€” Madhu โ†’ Mannar โ†’ AnuradhapuraTalawila โ†’ Madhu

    Mannar Island Catholic heritage.

    โฑ 2 Hours 39 Minutes๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  6. 06

    Day 06 โ€” Anuradhapura โ†’ KandyMadhu โ†’ Colombo

    Bolawatte and the Kandy Catholic quarter.

    โฑ 5 Hours 55 Minutes๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  7. 07

    Day 07 โ€” Kandy โ†’ ColomboColombo โ†’ Colombo

    St Anthony's, Wolvendaal, Cathedral of St Lucia.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
Customise your journey

Included sacred sites & optional add-ons

All sites below are already part of your itinerary. Tick any optional sacred sites or attractions you would like added โ€” your journey summary updates instantly.

โœ“ Included sacred sites

  • Negombo
    St Mary's Church, Negombo โ€” A vivid example of Sri Lanka's Portuguese-Catholic heritage, with one of the most elaborately painted ceilings of any Sri Lankan church.
  • Katuwapitiya, Negombo
    St Sebastian's Church, Katuwapitiya โ€” A symbol of resilience and forgiveness. Today the church serves as both a parish and a national memorial.
  • Ragama / Tewatte
    Our Lady of Lanka Shrine, Tewatte โ€” Sri Lanka's National Marian Shrine and Minor Basilica, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary under the title Our Lady of Lanka, Patroness of Sri Lanka.
  • Talawila
    St Anne's Shrine, Talawila โ€” Dedicated to Saint Anne, Mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary โ€” one of Sri Lanka's largest Catholic pilgrimage centres, associated with family devotion, healing and thanksgiving.
  • Madhu
    Shrine of Our Lady of Madhu โ€” The most important Catholic pilgrimage site in Sri Lanka โ€” a national Marian shrine and international pilgrimage destination visited by pilgrims of every religion. Pope Francis visited in 2015.
  • Colombo
    St Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade โ€” Dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua โ€” a national shrine of hope and international Catholic destination visited daily by pilgrims of every religion.

๏ผ‹ Optional sacred sites & attractions

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Choose your comfort

3โ˜… ยท 4โ˜… ยท 5โ˜… options

3โ˜… Pilgrim Comfortโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $885 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Negombo ยท 1N
    Jetwing Beach Negombo
    MID ยท BB
  • Katuwapitiya, Negombo ยท 1N
    Jetwing Beach Negombo
    MID ยท BB
  • Ragama / Tewatte ยท 1N
    Jetwing Beach Negombo
    MID ยท BB
  • Talawila ยท 1N
    Palmyrah House Mannar
    MID ยท BB
  • Madhu ยท 1N
    Palmyrah House Mannar
    MID ยท BB
  • Colombo ยท 1N
    Cinnamon Red Colombo
    MID ยท BB
4โ˜… Heritageโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $1235 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Negombo ยท 1N
    Jetwing Blue
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Katuwapitiya, Negombo ยท 1N
    Jetwing Blue
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Ragama / Tewatte ยท 1N
    Jetwing Blue
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Talawila ยท 1N
    Thiru Hotel
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Madhu ยท 1N
    Thiru Hotel
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Colombo ยท 1N
    Cinnamon Grand Colombo
    PREMIUM ยท BB
5โ˜… Sacred Luxuryโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $1825 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Negombo ยท 1N
    Jetwing Lagoon
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Katuwapitiya, Negombo ยท 1N
    Jetwing Lagoon
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Ragama / Tewatte ยท 1N
    Jetwing Lagoon
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Talawila ยท 1N
    Jetwing Jaffna
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Madhu ยท 1N
    Jetwing Jaffna
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Colombo ยท 1N
    Shangri-La Colombo
    LUXURY ยท BB
Accommodation

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Negombo
1 recommended
Katuwapitiya, Negombo
1 recommended
Ragama / Tewatte
1 recommended
Talawila
1 recommended
Madhu
1 recommended
Colombo
1 recommended
Pricing

Per-person rates

OccupancyBasisPrice / person
2 pax โ€” sharing doubleperson ยท 3โ˜… pilgrim comfort ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB ยท 7 Days / 6 Nights$875
Single supplementSolo travellerOn request
Child (under 12)Sharing with 2 adultsOn request

โœ“ What's Included

  • โœ“Personalised airport meet & greet
  • โœ“6 nights pilgrim-grade accommodation
  • โœ“Daily breakfast (vegetarian options on request)
  • โœ“Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
  • โœ“Chauffeur-guide briefed on faith traditions
  • โœ“Modest-dress sarongs / shawls available in vehicle
  • โœ“Entrance offerings at major shrines where customary
  • โœ“Bottled water & light refreshments in vehicle

ร— What's Not Included

  • ร—International flights & Sri Lanka eVisa
  • ร—Lunch, dinner and beverages unless specified
  • ร—Personal pooja / offerings beyond standard
  • ร—Personal expenses, tips & gratuities
  • ร—Travel insurance
  • ร—Early check-in / late check-out beyond complimentary
Add-ons

Optional excursions

Add any of these to your itinerary โ€” price per person.

Admire the painted ceiling and altarat Negombo
Walk the Negombo Dutch canalat Negombo
Visit the fish market at dawnat Negombo
Pray at the Easter memorialat Katuwapitiya, Negombo
Attend Sunday Massat Katuwapitiya, Negombo
Walk through Katuwapitiya villageat Katuwapitiya, Negombo
Rosary at the hilltop shrineat Ragama / Tewatte
Stations of the Cross on the pilgrim pathat Ragama / Tewatte
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St Mary's Church, Negombo
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Negombo

St Mary's Church, Negombo

A vivid example of Sri Lanka's Portuguese-Catholic heritage, with one of the most elaborately painted ceilings of any Sri Lankan church.

๐Ÿ•’ 1 night๐Ÿ›ฃ 30 min from airport
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St Sebastian's Church, Katuwapitiya
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Katuwapitiya, Negombo

St Sebastian's Church, Katuwapitiya

A symbol of resilience and forgiveness. Today the church serves as both a parish and a national memorial.

๐Ÿ•’ 1-2 hours๐Ÿ›ฃ 10 min from Negombo town
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Our Lady of Lanka Shrine, Tewatte
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Ragama / Tewatte

Our Lady of Lanka Shrine, Tewatte

Sri Lanka's National Marian Shrine and Minor Basilica, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary under the title Our Lady of Lanka, Patroness of Sri Lanka.

๐Ÿ•’ 2 hours๐Ÿ›ฃ 45 min from Colombo
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St Anne's Shrine, Talawila
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Talawila

St Anne's Shrine, Talawila

Dedicated to Saint Anne, Mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary โ€” one of Sri Lanka's largest Catholic pilgrimage centres, associated with family devotion, healing and thanksgiving.

๐Ÿ•’ 1 hour๐Ÿ›ฃ 3.5 hrs from Colombo
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Shrine of Our Lady of Madhu
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Madhu

Shrine of Our Lady of Madhu

The most important Catholic pilgrimage site in Sri Lanka โ€” a national Marian shrine and international pilgrimage destination visited by pilgrims of every religion. Pope Francis visited in 2015.

๐Ÿ•’ 1-2 nights๐Ÿ›ฃ 5 hrs from Colombo
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St Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade
catholic
Colombo

St Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade

Dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua โ€” a national shrine of hope and international Catholic destination visited daily by pilgrims of every religion.

๐Ÿ•’ 45 minutes๐Ÿ›ฃ Central Colombo
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