Explore Anuradhapura: Ancient Temples & Buddhist Treasures Tour

$170
Duration
12 hours
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About This Tour

Discover the remarkable ancient city of Anuradhapura, the first kingdom of Sri Lanka, located near Sigiriya.

This excursion presents an opportunity to explore the ruins of Anuradhapura, which are among the most captivating landmarks in South Asia. The extensive site is home to a rich array of archaeological and architectural marvels. The tour will commence at approximately 6:00 am from Sigiriya, allowing us to traverse significant portions of Anuradhapura. Visitors will encounter numerous ancient reservoirs, dilapidated temples, and monumental dagobas (brick stupas) throughout the region.

You will take a brief break for lunch, and after refreshing yourself, we will have the opportunity to explore the Mihinthala Buddhist site. This site is one of the most significant locations for Buddhism in Sri Lanka and is renowned for its trekking and cultural experiences.

At the conclusion of the tour, we will provide transportation back to your residence in Sigiriya.

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10

Inclusions

  • Transportation in a A/C Vehicle
    English speaking guide for the entire tour
    Mineral Water Bottle
    All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges
  • Exclusions

  • Entrance Fees
    Any other Tours or Services not mentioned above
  • Tour Plan

    • Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Lankan civilization. From the 4th century BC, it was the capital of Sri Lanka until the beginning of the 11th century AD. During this period it remained one of the most stable and durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia. The ancient city, considered sacred to the Buddhist world, is today surrounded by monasteries covering an area of over sixteen square miles. Anuradhapura is also significant in Hindu legend as the fabled capital of the Asura King Ravana in the Ramayana.

    Meeting / Pickup

    Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

    Know Before You Go

    • Passport required

    Please Note

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • No public transportation nearby
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Infant seats unavailable

    Cancellation Policy

    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

    Reviews

    4.55/5
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    Amenities (4.75/5)
    Services (4.5/5)
    Price (4.5/5)
    Rooms (4.5/5)

    4 Comments

    1. 4.6

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      The journey through the ancient sites and temples was captivating, allowing us to truly immerse ourselves in the rich Buddhist heritage of Anuradhapura. While the transportation was decent, it could have been a bit more organized to maximize our time at each treasure. Overall, we appreciated the opportunity to explore such profound history in a single day.

    2. 4.6

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      Wandering through the ancient temples, we were blown away by the intricate carvings and the serenity surrounding each site. The highlight was definitely the massive stupa that seemed to hold centuries of stories, though we could have used a bit more time at some spots to soak it all in.

    3. 4.4

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      We had a fantastic time exploring ancient temples and discovering hidden treasures during our day out, with the highlight being a stunning stupa that left us in awe.

    4. 4.6

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      Our group found the journey to Anuradhapura to be a fulfilling exploration of ancient temples and Buddhist treasures. The transportation was comfortable, though we did experience some delays due to traffic, which cut into our time at certain sites. Overall, the experience was enlightening, and we appreciated the knowledgeable guide who shared fascinating stories about the history and significance of the locations we visited.

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