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5 Day Sacred Anuradhapura

โ˜ธ Sacred Anuradhapura ยท Pilgrimage & Spiritual

Package Overview

2,300 years of unbroken Theravada tradition. Includes Temple of the Tooth, Thuparamaya, Dambulla Cave Temple, Lankatilaka Vihara and 1 more sacred sites. A pilgrimage curated by Nelum across Kandy โ†’ Anuradhapura โ†’ Dambulla โ†’ Hiyarapitiya, Kandy โ†’ Dalhousie / Hatton, weaving 5 sacred sites with thoughtful pacing, modest-dress guidance, vegetarian options where requested, and a chauffeur-guide briefed on the faith traditions of each shrine.

Hiyarapitiya, Kandy
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$605
person ยท 3โ˜… pilgrim comfort ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
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Tour Highlights

What makes this trip unforgettable

โœฆ Temple of the Toothโœฆ Thuparamayaโœฆ Dambulla Cave Templeโœฆ Lankatilaka Viharaโœฆ Adam's Peakโœฆ Kandy Lakeโœฆ Peradeniya Botanical Gardensโœฆ Bahirawakanda Buddha Statueโœฆ Modest-dress guidance at every shrineโœฆ Chauffeur-guide briefed on local faith practice
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Where you'll go

Kandy

Temple of the Tooth โ€” The most revered Buddhist site in Sri Lanka. Whoever holds the relic was historically considered the rightful ruler of the island. The annual Esala Perahera procession in July-August is one of Asia's most spectacular religious festivals.

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Anuradhapura

Thuparamaya โ€” The earliest dagaba on the island and one of the Atamasthana โ€” the eight most sacred Buddhist sites of Anuradhapura.

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Dambulla

Dambulla Cave Temple โ€” The largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka โ€” five caverns containing 153 Buddha statues, three royal statues and 2,100 sq metres of vivid ceiling murals.

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Hiyarapitiya, Kandy

Hiyarapitiya, Kandy

Lankatilaka Vihara โ€” A national monument and the spiritual centrepiece of the Three Temples Loop โ€” a classic half-day pilgrimage from Kandy.

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Dalhousie / Hatton

Adam's Peak โ€” The most ecumenical pilgrimage in Sri Lanka โ€” four world religions converge at one summit footprint shrine.

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Itinerary

Day-by-day

  1. 01

    Day 01 โ€” Arrival ยท KandyColombo / Airport โ†’ Kandy

    Airport pickup and transfer. Evening visit or orientation near Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa).

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

    Day 02 โ€” Anuradhapura ยท ThuparamayaKandy โ†’ Anuradhapura

    Slender granite vatadage pillars surround the bell-shaped white dome โ€” a quiet, contemplative site best visited at dawn or under the late-afternoon golden light.

    โฑ 3 Hours 13 Minutes๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  3. 03

    Day 03 โ€” Dambulla ยท Dambulla Cave TempleAnuradhapura โ†’ Dambulla

    A 20-minute climb past mischievous macaques delivers you to the cave entrances. Inside, painted ceilings curve overhead and gilded reclining Buddhas seem to glow in the lamplight.

    โฑ 1 Hour 35 Minutes๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  4. 04

    Day 04 โ€” Dalhousie / Hatton ยท Adam's PeakDambulla โ†’ Dalhousie / Hatton

    Pilgrimage season runs December to early May. The traditional ascent begins around 2 AM so you reach the summit for the famous sunrise and the perfect triangular shadow of the peak cast on the clouds below.

    โฑ 3 Hours 19 Minutes๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  5. 05

    Day 05 โ€” Return to Colombo ยท DepartureHiyarapitiya, Kandy โ†’ Dalhousie / Hatton

    Final blessings, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
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Included sacred sites & optional add-ons

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โœ“ Included sacred sites

  • Kandy
    Temple of the Tooth โ€” The most revered Buddhist site in Sri Lanka. Whoever holds the relic was historically considered the rightful ruler of the island. The annual Esala Perahera procession in July-August is one of Asia's most spectacular religious festivals.
  • Anuradhapura
    Thuparamaya โ€” The earliest dagaba on the island and one of the Atamasthana โ€” the eight most sacred Buddhist sites of Anuradhapura.
  • Dambulla
    Dambulla Cave Temple โ€” The largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka โ€” five caverns containing 153 Buddha statues, three royal statues and 2,100 sq metres of vivid ceiling murals.
  • Hiyarapitiya, Kandy
    Lankatilaka Vihara โ€” A national monument and the spiritual centrepiece of the Three Temples Loop โ€” a classic half-day pilgrimage from Kandy.
  • Dalhousie / Hatton
    Adam's Peak โ€” The most ecumenical pilgrimage in Sri Lanka โ€” four world religions converge at one summit footprint shrine.

๏ผ‹ Optional sacred sites & attractions

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Choose your comfort

3โ˜… ยท 4โ˜… ยท 5โ˜… options

3โ˜… Pilgrim Comfortโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $605 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Kandy ยท 1N
    Hotel Suisse Kandy
    MID ยท BB
  • Anuradhapura ยท 1N
    Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura
    MID ยท BB
  • Dambulla ยท 1N
    Amaya Lake Dambulla
    MID ยท BB
  • Hiyarapitiya, Kandy ยท 1N
    Hotel Suisse Kandy
    MID ยท BB
  • Dalhousie / Hatton ยท 1N
    Heritance Tea Factory
    MID ยท BB
4โ˜… Heritageโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $855 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Kandy ยท 1N
    Mahaweli Reach Hotel
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Anuradhapura ยท 1N
    Palm Garden Village
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Dambulla ยท 1N
    Sigiriya Village Hotel
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Hiyarapitiya, Kandy ยท 1N
    Mahaweli Reach Hotel
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Dalhousie / Hatton ยท 1N
    The Grand Hotel Nuwara Eliya
    PREMIUM ยท BB
5โ˜… Sacred Luxuryโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $1265 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Kandy ยท 1N
    Kings Pavilion Luxury Hotel
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Anuradhapura ยท 1N
    Ulagalla Resort
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Dambulla ยท 1N
    Water Garden Sigiriya
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Hiyarapitiya, Kandy ยท 1N
    Kings Pavilion Luxury Hotel
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Dalhousie / Hatton ยท 1N
    Ceylon Tea Trails
    LUXURY ยท BB
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Kandy
1 recommended
Anuradhapura
1 recommended
Dambulla
1 recommended
Hiyarapitiya, Kandy
1 recommended
Dalhousie / Hatton
1 recommended
Pricing

Per-person rates

OccupancyBasisPrice / person
2 pax โ€” sharing doubleperson ยท 3โ˜… pilgrim comfort ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB ยท 5 Days / 4 Nights$605
Single supplementSolo travellerOn request
Child (under 12)Sharing with 2 adultsOn request

โœ“ What's Included

  • โœ“Personalised airport meet & greet
  • โœ“4 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.

Attend a morning or evening pujaat Kandy
Walk the lake promenade after duskat Kandy
Visit the World Buddhism Museum within the complexat Kandy
See the Royal Palace and Audience Hallat Kandy
Circumambulate the dagaba in white attireat Anuradhapura
Photograph the surviving vatadage pillarsat Anuradhapura
Combine with Sri Maha Bodhi and Ruwanwelisayaat Anuradhapura
Explore all five cavesat Dambulla
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Sacred sites

Sacred sites in 5 Day Sacred Anuradhapura

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Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
buddhist
Kandy

Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa)

The most revered Buddhist site in Sri Lanka. Whoever holds the relic was historically considered the rightful ruler of the island. The annual Esala Perahera procession in July-August is one of Asia's most spectacular religious festivals.

๐Ÿ•’ 2 nights in Kandy๐Ÿ›ฃ 3 hrs from Colombo
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Thuparamaya
buddhist
Anuradhapura

Thuparamaya

The earliest dagaba on the island and one of the Atamasthana โ€” the eight most sacred Buddhist sites of Anuradhapura.

๐Ÿ•’ 1 hour๐Ÿ›ฃ Walking distance from Sri Maha Bodhi
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Dambulla Cave Temple
buddhist
Dambulla

Dambulla Cave Temple

The largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka โ€” five caverns containing 153 Buddha statues, three royal statues and 2,100 sq metres of vivid ceiling murals.

๐Ÿ•’ 2 nights in the Triangle๐Ÿ›ฃ 2.5 hrs from Colombo
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Lankatilaka Vihara
buddhist
Hiyarapitiya, Kandy

Lankatilaka Vihara

A national monument and the spiritual centrepiece of the Three Temples Loop โ€” a classic half-day pilgrimage from Kandy.

๐Ÿ•’ 1-2 hours๐Ÿ›ฃ 35 min from Kandy
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Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)
Multi-Faith
Dalhousie / Hatton

Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)

The most ecumenical pilgrimage in Sri Lanka โ€” four world religions converge at one summit footprint shrine.

๐Ÿ•’ 1 night near the trailhead๐Ÿ›ฃ 5 hrs from Colombo
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