Sacred Discovery - Kataragama and Kirinda Temple Plus Lunch
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7 hours (approx.)
Private Tour
Overview
Your tour representative meets you at the cruise port ready to take you on this sacred quest of southern Sri Lanka.
Board your comfortable transport and settle in for a full day in the region as your driver departs the Hambantota cruise port, traveling to your first site - the Kataragama Temple.
This first temple reveals it's wonderful heritage and religious harmony. You will take in the colorful shrines and rituals that bring people together to honor the deity Skanda (Murugan), combined with the local customs of ceremony and lamp lighting.
To enjoy exploring inside the temple, do remember to dress appropriately and appreciate the rich traditions and culture in this peaceful site.
From here its onwards to travel to Kirinda Temple, situated in a unique and beautiful rocky setting with far reaching coastal views! A perfect spot for memorable photos.
Appreciating this natural setting, this temple presents its own myths and history honoring Queen Viharamahadevi. This truly is a peaceful setting, perched on the shores of the Indian ocean and a wonderful introduction to the Sri Lankan history of the area.
You may not want to leave however a local lunch is next, where you will have around an hour to relax and enjoy and reflect on the diversity of the land and temples you will have discovered during your tour.
From here you will board your transport for your return drive to your cruise ship, with a new appreciation for this legendary part of Sri Lanka.
Tour Itinerary (sequence may vary):
- • Meet at Hambantota Cruise Port
- • Drive from cruise port to Kataragama Temple (60 minutes)
- • Explore Kataragama Temple (90 minutes)
- • Drive from Kataragama to Kirinda (60 minutes)
- • Explore Kirinda Temple (60 minutes)
- • Drive from Kirinda to Restaurant (30 minutes)
- • Lunch stop at Restaurant (60 minutes)
- • Drive from Restaurant to Hambantota Cruise Port
For groups with 8 guests or more, there will be an English speaking guide. This tour has flexible departure times suited to your cruise ship schedule.
- • Drive from Restaurant to Hambantota Cruise Port
- • Lunch stop at Restaurant (60 minutes)
- • Drive from Kirinda to Restaurant (30 minutes)
- • Explore Kirinda Temple (60 minutes)
- • Drive from Kataragama to Kirinda (60 minutes)
- • Explore Kataragama Temple (90 minutes)
- • Drive from cruise port to Kataragama Temple (60 minutes)
What's Included
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Air Conditioned Transportation
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Experienced English Speaking Driver
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Lunch, Drinks and Bottled Water
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Entrance Fees
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All taxes, fees and handling charges
Considerations
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This tour can accommodate a folding wheelchair - please advise when booking.
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This tour is not recommend for pregnant women and guests with back pain issues.
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Bring cash for any additional purchases on the day.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes and suitable footwear - closed toe shoes.
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Bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, sunhat and water bottle.
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To visit the temple, appropriate clothing must be worn - no short trousers or short skirts,
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covered shoulders. Shoes and headwear
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has to be taken off before entering the
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temple.
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It is recommended to drink plenty of water - it can get unseasonably hot.
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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