Day Trips from Kandy to Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa
Overview of the tour in Kandy
You will be picked up at 6:00 a.m. from your hotel in Kandy and head directly to Polonnaruwa, which served as Sri Lanka's capital for approximately 200 years. During your visit, you can explore the archaeological museum, the royal palace, the audience hall, a swimming pool, the sacred quadrangle, Shiva Devale, Pabalu Vihara, Rankot Vihara, Kiri Vihara, the Buddha statue at Lankatilaka, and the Buddha figures at Gal Vihara, among other attractions.
After lunch, you have the option to visit either Lion Rock, Sigiriya, an incredible man-made marvel perched on an isolated rock that is often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world. It boasts remarkable carvings, paintings, and a meticulously planned architectural complex dating back to the 5th century. Alternatively, you can explore Pidurangala Rock, which offers a more than one-hour climb through a dense forest path leading to a 360-degree scenic viewpoint at the summit.
Another option is to visit one of the national parks in the wildlife reserves of Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Eco to observe the majestic elephants and other wildlife inhabiting the jungle.
This activity includes:
- Polonnaruwa Gal Viharaya
- Thivanka Image House
- Sigiriya Lion Rock
- Polonnaruwa Siva Devale No.1
- Pabalu Vehera (Temple of Marbles) - 52
- Rankoth Vehera
- Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu
- Parakrama Samudraya
- Alahana Pirivena
- Lankatilaka Temple
- Western Entrance of the Sacred Quadrangle
- Palace of King Nishshanka Malla
- Private transportation with English speaking driver (Buddhika)
- Transportation in an Air-conditioned Car
- Pick up & drop off hotels in & around Kandy
- All parking, fuel, highways fees, taxes and all other expenses related to transfer / vehicle / driver
Our Guides
On arrival
Don't worry about the pickup location, just let us know the hotel you are staying in, and we will come to you and pick up you.
Things to note
Please note that I didn't include Entrance ticket prices & Lunch
Please wear clothes to cover up to your knees and shoulders when visiting temples
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
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