Discover the historic city of Polonnaruwa, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the Dambulla Cave, and the Pidurangala ancient temple on a 2-day cultural tour. Explore 3 world heritage sites in 2 days tour and stay overnight at a 3-star hotel in Sigiriya.

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Valid 2.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide: English, German
Private group

Highlights

Visit the Sigiriya rock fortress and learn about its incredible history
Marvel at the beautiful Dambulla golden cave temple
Stroll through the ruins of the Polonnaruwa ancient city
Make a stop at the Pidurangala ancient cave temple

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Begin the tour by meeting your tour leader in Colombo and set off for the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. After exploring the history museum of Polonnaruwa, discover the ruins of the ancient city. Later, check in to a 3-star hotel in Sigiriya for your overnight stay. The next morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Set off for the Dambulla golden cave temple which was the site where a king of Anuradhapura took refuge from the South Induan invasion in the 1st-century BC. Learn about how when the king recaptured the region 13 years later, he converted the caves into a monastery and gifted it to the Buddhist monks. After this, head over to the ancient Sigiriya Rock, where a 5th-century prince who had committed patricide made it his hideout. Also make a stop at the Pidurangala ancient cave temple. At the end of the tour you will be returned to Colombo and dropped off at the start point.

Includes

Accommodation in a 3* hotel on bed & breakfast basis (1 breakfast included)
Entire ground transportation as per the tour itinerary
Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
Service of English-speaking national tour guide
Discount voucher of 10% at a Jewelry shop in Kandy
Spice garden
Pidurangala cave temple
Meeting arrangements at the airport on arrival and departure
All government taxes for the above

Airport taxes (generally included in Air Ticket)
Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) fee ($20 USD per person)
Safari entrance in Minneriya and Jeep hire charges
Entrance fees for Polonnaruwa museum and historical city, Sigiriya rock fortress, and Dambulla cave temple
Personal expenses such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, etc.
Video and camera permits
Any meals not specified

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

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What to bring

Passport

Know before you go

Guests should be prepared for a 2-hour hike at Sigiriya rock fortress
Please wear modest clothing for temple visits (no bare legs or arms)

From Colombo: Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle 2-Day Tour

From Colombo: Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle 2-Day Tour

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