Tamil Heritage Trail

Anuradhapura, Jaffna, Point Pedro, Nilaveli, Trincomalee, Batticaloa

Tamil Heritage Trail

Duration

7D /6N

Destinations

6 +

This 7-day tour takes you deep into the Tamil cultural landscape of Sri Lanka. Begin with a sacred stop in Anuradhapura before heading to Jaffna to discover iconic Hindu temples, colonial-era buildings, and the local cuisine. Continue along the eastern coast to Trincomalee and Batticaloa, where you'll enjoy pristine beaches, historic forts, and spiritual landmarks rooted in Tamil Hindu traditions.

- Visit the Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil in Jaffna

- Explore Jaffna Fort and Point Pedro – Sri Lanka's northern tip

- Relax on Nilaveli Beach and snorkel at Pigeon Island

- Worship at Koneswaram Temple overlooking Trincomalee Bay

- Discover Dutch Fort in Batticaloa and the singing fish legend

- Taste authentic Tamil cuisine and street food

- Comfortable accommodations and local guides throughout

Included:

  • Accommodation in standard or superior hotels
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Private vehicle with English and Tamil-speaking driver/guide
  • All entry tickets to mentioned attractions
  • Boat ride to Pigeon Island
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off

Excluded:

  • International airfare
  • Lunch and personal beverages
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Optional experiences not mentioned

A 7-day cultural expedition into Sri Lanka's Tamil heartlands. From the sacred Hindu temples of Jaffna to the coastal beauty of Trincomalee and Batticaloa, experience the vibrant traditions, food, and history of the island's Northern and Eastern provinces.

Begin your journey with a visit to Sri Lanka’s ancient city of Anuradhapura.

After airport pickup, travel to Anuradhapura. In the evening, visit sacred Buddhist and Tamil shrines coexisting in this ancient city. Overnight in Anuradhapura.

Highlights:
  • Airport meet & greet
  • Drive to Anuradhapura
  • Evening visit to Sri Maha Bodhi and local Tamil shrines

Travel north to Jaffna, the cultural capital of the Tamil community.

Drive to Jaffna, stopping briefly in Kilinochchi. In Jaffna, explore the historic fort and iconic public library. Later, sample Tamil-style dosas, vadais, and thosai on a food walk.

Highlights:
  • Drive to Jaffna via Kilinochchi
  • Visit Jaffna Library & Jaffna Fort
  • Evening Tamil street food tour

Immerse in Hindu traditions and northern Tamil culture.

Begin with morning prayers at Nallur Temple, then drive to the northernmost point of the island. Enjoy a dip at the holy Keerimalai Springs. Optional evening Tamil classical dance show.

Highlights:
  • Visit Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
  • Tour to Point Pedro and Keerimalai Springs
  • Evening cultural performance (optional)

Journey to the eastern coast through war-affected but peaceful areas.

Leave Jaffna and head south-east via Mullaitivu and Pulmoddai. Visit peaceful seaside spots and reach Trincomalee in the afternoon. Overnight at a beachfront hotel in Nilaveli.

Highlights:
  • Drive along northern coastline
  • Stop at war memorial sites
  • Arrive in Trincomalee and relax

Explore one of Sri Lanka's most sacred Hindu temples and snorkel in coral waters.

Visit the Koneswaram Temple atop Swami Rock, then take a boat ride to Pigeon Island for snorkeling. Relax in the evening by the quiet beach of Nilaveli.

Highlights:
  • Koneswaram Temple visit
  • Snorkeling at Pigeon Island
  • Evening leisure at Nilaveli Beach

Head further south along the coast to a historic Tamil town.

Drive to Batticaloa and visit the Dutch-built fort and the Kallady Lagoon. Learn about the mysterious singing fish folklore. Dinner with fresh lagoon prawns or crab curry.

Highlights:
  • Visit Batticaloa Fort
  • Ride across Kallady Bridge
  • Enjoy local seafood dinner

Transfer to airport or continue to next destination.

After breakfast, depending on your departure schedule, drive to Colombo Airport or extend your stay. End of the Tamil Heritage Trail.

Highlights:
  • Hotel checkout
  • Scenic drive to airport
  • End of tour
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This 7-day tour takes you deep into the Tamil cultural landscape of Sri Lanka. Begin with a sacred stop in Anuradhapura before heading to Jaffna to discover iconic Hindu temples, colonial-era buildings, and the local cuisine. Continue along the eastern coast to Trincomalee and Batticaloa, where you'll enjoy pristine beaches, historic forts, and spiritual landmarks rooted in Tamil Hindu traditions.

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