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Highlights

To reach the historic city of Polonnaruwa & Anuradhapura, which are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, once you pick up and you will be driven there in an air-conditioned vehicle. You will discover why Polonnaruwa is one of the most stunning old cities and why it has so much to offer archaeologists, history buffs, and people who just want to learn more about Sri Lanka. Learn more about Sri Lankan culture and life style. Explore Minneriya National Park which is accounted for as the Largest realized wild Asian Elephant Gathering at one spot in the World. While on tour, make sure to sample some of the delicious Sri Lankan cuisine; we have a unique palate. Take a break, enjoy some seasonal fruits, and revitalize yourself. Rest as much as you need to, and our experts will take you directly where you need to go. After a memorable day, you'll return to your lodging. After a memorable day, you'll return to your accommodations.

Itinerary

COLOMBO – DAMBULLA – MINNERIYA SAFARI – SIGIRIYA
  • Bandaranaike International Airport

    Admission Ticket Free
    You will be pick up air conditioned vehicle and transfer to Dambulla. Pick up will be airport or Colombo city
  • Ibbankatuwa Megalithic Tombs

    Admission Ticket Free
    Ibbankatuwa Ancient burial ground lies five kilometers before the Dambulla town on the Kurunegala-Dambulla Road. An archeological Department board will indicate the turn off from the main road. The site is reached by traveling about 500m in to this road. The site was developed in to a tourist attraction in 2017 and was formally open to the public.
  • Ederagala Wana Senasuna

    Admission Ticket Free
    Enderagala Wana Senasuna is a Buddhist temple in a calm and quiet location in Dambulla in the Matale District of Sri Lanka. According to the inscription found in the caves, the history of this temple dates back to the 2nd – 1st century B.C. The temple is located beside the Ambepussa – Kurunegala – Trincomalee (A006) Highway, only 6km away from the Dambulla city. You can reach Enderagala Wana Senasuna withing15 minutes from Dambulla Cave Temple.
  • Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre

    Admission Ticket Free
    Located in the Dambulla Secretariat Division of Matale District, in the center of Dambulla town started in 1999 to establish a wholesale market for vegetables and fruits. One important feature of the DDEC is thus a more direct participation of the farmers is selling farm produce.
  • Dambulla Cave Temple

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The Rock Temple of Dambulla, called Jumbukola Vihara (Dambulla Cave Temple) in the (Mahavamsa)-the principal Pali Chronicle of Sri Lanka, is situated about forty seven miles north west of Kandy, the last capital of the Sinhalese kings, on the main road to Anuradhupura. Dambulla is a scent of unique interest. Its rock temples are the most extensive in the Island, and one of the most ancient, and in the highest state of preservation and order.
  • Golden Temple of Dambulla

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    One of Sri Lanka's most frequented, appealing, and well-liked tourist destinations is Dambulla. Buddhist ideas are present in this historical and religious location, which allows visitors to sense that special sensation before even arriving in the city. (photo stop)
  • Oakray Woodcarvings

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    From typical wooden elephant ornaments to the more intricately carved wooden traditional masks, Oak Ray Wood Carving boasts of one of the more comprehensive wood carving collections in Sri Lanka. The ‘Oak Ray’ brand, primarily catering to the hospitality needs of tourists has diversified its name into the niche of handicrafts and has quickly become a go-to establishment to find that perfect memento of your journey around the Paradise Island of Sri Lanka.
  • Minneriya National Park

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Safari at Minneriya National Park is one of best spot to capture wiled-animals in Sri Lanka. It is home to 200+ elephants, monkeys, crocodiles and even a handful of leopards. The park has opened in 2002, is surrounded by grasslands and can be visited year-round to see elephants and other great wildlife. See why this is the best national park in Sri Lanka. Explore the largest known meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world. During this period herds, up to 300 elephants are seen at the 8,890-hectare park within a few square kilometers of the Minneriya Reservoir. In August and September each year during the dry season, wild elephants from the surrounding wilderness in search of food and water, make their way to the shores of the Minneriya Reservoir adjoining the Minneriya National Park. A huge herd of elephants, sometimes numbering up to 300, converge together within a few square kilometers of the lake.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight accommodation at 04 star hotel in Dambulla
    Food And Drinks
    Dinner - Dinner at hotel
SIGIRIYA – ANURADHAPURA
  • Sigiriya Museum

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    This decent museum has a fine diorama of the site, providing an excellent overview and explaining Sigiriya's cultural importance beyond the obvious natural beauty. The theory that Sigiriya was a Buddhist monastery is given here, although the established position that it was a palace or fortress prevails. (Combine with Sigiriya fortress)
  • Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Rising dramatically from the central plains, the enigmatic rocky outcrop of Sigiriya is perhaps Sri Lanka's single most dramatic sight. Near-vertical walls soar to a flat-topped summit that contains the ruins of an ancient civilization, thought to be once the epicentre of the short-lived kingdom of Kassapa, and there are spellbinding vistas across mist-wrapped forests in the early morning.
  • Sigiriya

    2 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Optional Tours • Village safari-Canoe Ride, Bull cart ride, tuktuk safari and Sri Lankan Food
  • Mihintale

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Mihintale Mountain, with the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, began to serve as a residential area for the venerable monks headed by Arahath Mahinda Mahathera. But soon, with the royal patronage, the sanctuary housed a multitude of with monastic buildings-stupas, uposathgharas, bodhigharas- to serve the monks. Sixty eight cave dwellings provided the monks shade and shelter. Mihintale, the sanctuary for many thousands of laymen as well as holy men, had all the facilities and amenities for basic living.
  • Ruwanwelisaya

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    As the oldest stupa in Sri Lanka, Ruwanwelisaya is considered to be an icon of architectural glory in ancient Sri Lanka. Ruwanwelisaya, rising with its glory in the city of Anuradhapura, tops the list among Buddhists’ sacred places. Ruwenwelisaya bears witness for his incomparable service to revive Buddhism in the country. It is located just a short walk away from Maha Bodhi tree in Anuradhapura. The stupa is one of the eight places of veneration situated in Anuradhapura which are places believed to have been visited by Buddha during his three visits to Sri Lanka.
  • Jethawanaramaya Stupa

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Jethawana Stupa is the largest stupa in the Sri Lanka. It was originally 400 feet (122 meters) in height and was the third tallest building in the world at that time. Even today as a brick monument, Jethawanaramaya still remains the tallest of its kind in the world.
  • Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
     Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka is the oldest living tree in documented history of the world. It is a sapling from the historical Bodhi tree under which Buddha enlightened. It was planted in 288 BCF and is the oldest living human-planted tree in the world with a known planting date. It was brought from Buddhagaya India by the Ven. Sanghamitta Therini, a sister of Arhant Mahinda – who introduced the Teachings of the Buddha to Sri Lanka. 
  • Isurumuniya Temple

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    This charming rock temple, dating from the reign of Devanampiya Tissa (r 307–267 BC), is set around a lovely lotus pond, the corner of which is carved with images of elephants playfully splashing water. The central temple has some particularly fine mural paintings. Climb around the back to the rock summit to see the bell-shaped stupa and a pair of Buddha footprints etched into the rock.
  • Abhayagiri Dagaba

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Dating back to the 1st century BC, this colossal dagoba was the ceremonial focus of the 5000-strong Abhayagiri Monastery. Originally over 100m high, it was one of the greatest structures in the ancient world, its scale only matched by the pyramids of Giza (and nearby Jetavanarama). Today, after several reconstructions, Abhayagiri Dagoba soars 75m above the forest floor. Visually, it's stunning, and your first glimpse of this brick monument through a gap in the surrounding forest is breathtaking.
  • Ranmasu Uyana

    Admission Ticket Free
    Ranmasu Uyana is situated north to the Isurumuniya.The originator of this garden is lost in the history but Ranmasu Uyana was probably established as an alternate to all the parks donated to the maha sanga. Each of these ponds are designed with precision irrigation techniques so that the water from tissa weva passed through all the ponds and tanks in the garden before releasing them for irrigation work.
  • Twin Baths (Kuttam Pokuna)

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Explore Twin Baths (Kuttam Pokuna), the scenic set of bathing ponds built between the 6th and 8th century by monks of Abhayagiri Monastery. Located near the ancient city of Anuradhapura, the pools not only capture the eyes of tourists with their architectural beauty, but also with their functionality. Notice how their position makes them seem identical, even though one outsizes the other by about 12 m (39 ft) in length. 
  • Moonstone or Sandakada pahana

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The moonstone (Sandakada Pahana)  is a permanent feature of the buddhist building of all historical periods. This is a semi circular piece of stone which stood at the foot of a flight of steps in most buddhist buildings. Although the moonstone is generally semi circular, Sometimes you can come across square moonstones. It is thought that the moon stones originated as blank square stone and later developed in to a semi circular shape. This again developed to include multitude of carved decorations in later stages.
  • Samadhi Statue

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Samadhi Statue is considered one of the best sculptures in the Anuradhapura era. It is thought to be done during the 3rd or the 4th century. It is made out of dolomite marble and stands 7 feet 3 inches (2.21 metres) in height.  The statue’s eyes are hollow indicating they were impressed with crystal or precious stones.It is said that when you look at the face of the statue from three sides they show 3 different features.Today this stature is covered by concrete structure which has somewhat destroyed the beauty of this statue.
  • Mirisaveti Stupa

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Mirisawetiya Dagaba has been built by King Dutugamunu (161-137 BC) and this belongs to Mahavihara Complex.It is said that he called this dagaba “Mirisavatiya” because the king forgot to present a food made out of chilli (miris) to the Buddhist priests before he consumed it. It was the practise of the king to present a portion of all the food which is cooked in this castle to the priests before he consume it.
  • Lovamahapaya

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Lovamahapaya in Sri Lanka, also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasada, is a set of ruins with hundreds and hundreds of stone pillars that lie between the stupa Ruvanvelisaya and the Great Bodhi Tree of Anuradhapura. This is the location of a once mighty nine storied monastic structure built by the King Dutugemmunu in the 2nd century BC.
  • Tissa Wewa

    Admission Ticket Free
    Tissa Wewa is an ancient irrigation tank was built by King Devanampiya Tissa (250-210 BC). Only Panda Wewa and Abhaya Wewa are considered to be older than Tissa Wewa. The embankment of Tissa Wewa is 11,000 feet long (Two miles) and 25 feet high. The width of the top of the reservoir was found to be 12 feet to 18 feet. Base of the embankment is 160 feet. Tissa Wewa has an area of approximately 550 acres.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight stay at 4 start hotel in Anuradhapura
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast - Breakfast at hotel
    Dinner - Dinner at hotel
ANURADHAPURA – POLONNARUWA–SIGIRYA
  • Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The impressive Royal Palace, located in Sri Lanka's historic city of Polonnaruwa, was built between 1153 and 1186 during the reign of King Mahaparakram Bahu. Due to its significant historical significance, UNESCO designated the Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu as a World Heritage Site in 1982
  • Dalada Maluwa

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The circular building of Dalada Maluwa, also known as Terrace of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha, is a beautiful work of art and architecture of the 12th century. It was built by King Parakrambahu the great (1164-1196AD), it was later enhanced and decorated by King Nissankamalla (1198-1206).
  • Vatadage

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    This lovely Stupa House (Vatadage) was constructed before Nissanga Malla's (1187–1196) reign, but he carried out significant renovations on it. Thus, what you see today was probably created by him.(20 minutes- combined with Dalada Maluva)
  • Rankoth Vehera

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Rankoth Vehera is the 4th largest stupa in Sri Lanka. It was built by the Nissanka Malla(1187-1196) it is one of the most sought after tourist attractions, i.e. 'dagobas' of the country.
  • Gal Vihara

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Gal Vihara is a rock temple of Buddha which is in the north of Sri Lanka. It is located in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Polonnaruwa. It has four rock statues, each portraying different figures of Buddha. The third one is a standing figure, and the fourth is a reclining figure.
  • Samudra Parakrama

    Admission Ticket Free
    Parakrama Samudra is a water reservoir which consists of five different lakes namely Thopa, Dumbutulu, Erabadu, Boo, Katu tanks. Parakrama Samudra is a water reservoir which consists of five different lakes. It is also known as King Parakrama's Sea and is in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka. Topa Wewa is the oldest reservoir here which was built around 386 AD.
  • Lotus Pond (Ancient Nelum Pokuna)

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The Nelum pokuna or the Lotus bath is a small stone bath of completely unique design, built in tiers of eight petalled lotuses. The jewel of the architecture lies hidden along the lonely road to the northern city, well away from the bus loads of pilgrims and tourists.
  • Thivanka Image House

    Admission Ticket Free
    The Buddha statue at the Thivanka Pilimage is about 8 meters in height but today the part of the statue above the head has been destroyed. The inside walls of the buildings has been decorated with frescoes showing the Jataka Stories (prior births of Buddha before enlightenment). As most other structures of this era, this is too built with bricks including the statue.The Buddha statue at the Thivanka Pilimage is about 8 meters in height but today the part of the statue above the head has been destroyed.
  • Kiri Vehera

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The Kiri Vehera of Polonnaruwa is said to have been built by a queen of king Parakramabahu (1153-1186). The original name of this has been "Rupavathi Stupa" and this too is a part of Alahana Privena. Its cylindrical surfaces are divided in to eight parts with pilasters between the pilasters are figures of deities with hands in the attitude of adoration. According to Paranavithana, the stupa had 16 reliefs telamons supporting the pseudo-entablature which was badly weathered. The two identical stupas south to the Lankathilaka is thought to be built upon remains of a king and a queen.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight accommodation at 4 star hotel at Sigiriya
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast - Breakfast at hotel
    Dinner - Dinner at Hotel
SIGIRIYA – COLOMBO
  • Dambulla

    Admission Ticket Free
    The largest and best preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka, the nearby Sigiriya rock castle, and the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium—famous for being constructed in just 167 days—are some of the area's main draws. Additionally, the region is home to the Iron Wood Forest, also known as Na Uyana Aranya, and South Asia's greatest range of rose quartz mountains.
  • Colombo

    Admission Ticket Free
    On the final day of this tour from Sigiriya we will drop you back to Colombo with lots of unforgettable memories. Drop to Colombo City Or Airport
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast - Breakfast at hotel

What's included

INCLUDED

Professional & English speaking chauffeur Expert Driver
Free WIFI Onboard Upon Request
Bottled water
Air-conditioned Vehicle
Complimentary WiFi Excess During the Travel (Subjected To Availability)
Pickup & Drop Service by comfortable vehicle
Dinner (3)
Breakfast (3)
Seasonal Fruits / King Coconut

NOT INCLUDED

Food & Drinks
Gratuities

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
All visitors to Buddhist and Hindu temples are expected to remove footwear and hats, and shoulders and knees should be covered
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
For 1 Person Single room, 2 Person Double Room, 3 Person Triple Room Respectively.
Garlands on arrival
Late check-out and early check-in on availability.
Stop to enjoy some tropical/seasonal fruits during your journey.
Quench your thirst by stopping for a complimentary king coconut along the roadside.

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