This tour takes you deep into Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals, home to towering dagobas, sacred bodhi trees and centuries-old royal ruins. Anuradhapura suits travellers drawn to spiritual atmosphere and scale, while the more compact, well-preserved Polonnaruwa is easily explored by bicycle. A knowledgeable guide brings context to the inscriptions, statues and layout of each site. Best to start early to avoid the midday heat, with Kandy, Sigiriya, or Dambulla all working well as a comfortable base.
Tour Highlights
- Ancient dagobas and sacred bodhi tree at Anuradhapura
- Well-preserved royal ruins and moated city of Polonnaruwa
- Guided insight into inscriptions, statues, and site history
- Cycling option at Polonnaruwa for a more active experience
- Inclusions
- Private transport with an air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Bicycle hire
- Bottled water during the tour
- Exclusions
- Site entrance fees / archaeological ticket
- Meals and beverages other than water
- Tipping and gratuities
- Personal expenses
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