This tour blends culture, heritage, art, and a touch of snake-charming. Explore two of Sri Lanka’s revered Buddhist temples, the ancestral home and museum of the esteemed Sri Lankan author, the late Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe. Visit a snake farm in Matara and discover the Japanese Peace Pagoda while enjoying the serene ocean waves at sunset.
This tour blends culture, heritage, art, and a touch of snake-charming. Explore two of Sri Lanka’s revered Buddhist temples, the ancestral home and museum of the esteemed Sri Lankan author, the late Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe. Visit a snake farm in Matara and discover the Japanese Peace Pagoda while enjoying the serene ocean waves at sunset.
- Unawatuna Beach - After touring Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe’s house and museum, head to Unawatuna (arrival time between 1630 – 1700 hrs). The final stop will be the Japanese Peace Pagoda, a stunning shrine offering breathtaking ocean views. It is visible from Unawatuna beach and Rumassala Hill. This area, known as Jungle Beach, boasts natural beauty…
- Unawatuna Beach - After touring Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe’s house and museum, head to Unawatuna (arrival time between 1630 – 1700 hrs). The final stop will be the Japanese Peace Pagoda, a stunning shrine offering breathtaking ocean views. It is visible from Unawatuna beach and Rumassala Hill. This area, known as Jungle Beach, boasts natural beauty with a secluded coastline emerging from the surrounding forest. The Japanese Peace Pagoda, built by the Nipponzan-Myōhōji order, is a monument meant to inspire peace among all races and creeds.
- Koggala - Visit the Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe Ancestral Home and Folk Museum. As one of the most influential authors of his time, his works have been translated and sold worldwide. His literary contributions are considered masterpieces in Sri Lankan literature, and the museum and ancestral home honor his legacy. A private tour of the property will narrate the story of the late Mr. Wickramasinghe.
- Weherahena Buddhist Temple - Located in the Matara District of Sri Lanka, about 6 kilometers from Matara town, the Weherahena Poorwarama Temple is unique as the world’s first tunnel temple. It features a massive 130-ft Buddha image, built in the style of the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras.
- Wewurukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya - This sacred Buddhist temple is situated 1.5 km from Dikwella towards Beliatta. Its main attraction is a 160-ft tall seated Buddha statue, the largest in Sri Lanka, dating back to the late 18th Century. The temple also has a section called the Tunnel of Hell, with life-sized models of devils, demons, and sinners enduring the torments of hell. The temple walls illustrate the path to enlightenment with hundreds of comic strip representations of events from the Buddha’s life.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle for transport throughout the tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Galle
- 1 Liter of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle for transport throughout the tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Galle
- 1 Liter of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person
- Entrance Fees to Respective Sites.
- Food or Drinks.
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Expenses of Personal Nature.
- Entrance Fees to Respective Sites.
- Food or Drinks.
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Expenses of Personal Nature.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
