Private full day tour to Sigiriya Rock fortress and Polonnaruwa from Kandy

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour gives you an opportunity to explore two most important UNESCO world heritage sites in Sri Lanka, the second kingdom of Polonnaruwa and the Rock fortress of Sigiriya. You will be amazed by the ancient architecture and magnificent buildings and their ruins in these two historical Kingdoms.

What's Included

All current taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Lunch at a local Restaurant
Entrance / Admission for Polonnaruwa & Sigiriya
Professional English speaking guide
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Polonnaruwa

    Arrive at Polonnaruwa and take a morning cycling tour of one of the better-kept ruins of ancient Ceylon – the UNESCO World Heritage City of Polonnaruwa, which was the medieval capital of Sri Lanka. Today you will be cycling about 10km on soft surfaces as you whizz between the ruins. The ancient heart of Sri Lanka. An important royal capital with its well-preserved 12th-century ruins & impressive stone culture recalls an inspired past. Although nearly 1000 years old, it is much younger than Anuradhapura and generally in better repair. The monuments are arranged in a reasonably compact garden setting and their development is easier to follow.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

    In the afternoon, you can visit Sigiriya rock fortress. It is a magnificent archeological site locates in central Sri Lanka built by King Kasyapa in 477 – 495 AD and it’s a popular tourist destination among the photography tourists. Visible for miles in all directions 600 feet rock stands high above the surrounding plain with magnificent complex gardens, pools and fountains. Path through the gardens along Stone stairways come to the Lon Gate which is now degenerate to massive pair of brick paws. Only the paws remain from the huge head of a lion. Half way up to the rock along the iron staircase is the mirror wall and its frescoes beautifully drawn Maidens still seen today. These paintings would have covered most of the western face of the rock. However many more have been wiped out.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
DSA non-compliant
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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