Polonnaruwa Ancient City – Full Day Tour
From $30.00 per person
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On average, this is booked 24 days in advance.
9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
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Offered in: English
Overview
Polonnaruwa served as Sri Lanka's royal capital from the 11th to 13th centuries, and its ruins are among the most impressive in all of Asia. Unlike Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa is compact enough to explore by bicycle — gliding between royal palaces, colossal dagobas, perfectly preserved statues, and the famous Gal Vihara rock temple. A guided day tour brings the medieval kingdom back to vivid life.
- Explore the Gal Vihara — four magnificent rock-cut Buddha statues carved from solid granite
- Visit the Royal Palace, Audience Hall, and Lotus Pond
- Cycle through the UNESCO-listed ruins at a relaxed pace
- See the massive Rankoth Vehera and Kiri Vehera dagobas
- Expert history guide to bring the medieval kingdom to life