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Day-by-Day Itinerary
1
Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport
Meet & greet by your guide/driver
Transfer to Anuradhapura (approx. 4–5 hours)
Check-in at hotel & relax
Evening free leisure or short city walk
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2
Visit Sri Maha Bodhi Tree 🌳 (sacred fig tree)
Explore Ruwanwelisaya Stupa
Discover Jetavanaramaya & Abhayagiri Monastery
Visit Isurumuniya Temple (famous carvings)
Explore ancient ponds & royal gardens
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3
Morning visit to Mihintale (birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka)
Climb steps & enjoy panoramic views
Afternoon Jeep Safari at Wilpattu National Park 🐆
Spot leopards, elephants, deer, birds
Return to hotel
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4
Travel to Polonnaruwa Ancient City
Visit Gal Vihara, Royal Palace, temples
Proceed to Sigiriya Rock Fortress 🦁
Climb the rock (optional)
See frescoes & Mirror Wall
Return to Anuradhapura / or stay in Sigiriya area (optional upgrade)
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5
Breakfast at hotel
Transfer back to Colombo / Airport
Optional stop for shopping or sightseeing
Departure
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- 🚐 Private air-conditioned vehicle for the entire tour
- English-speaking driver/guide
- 🏨 Hotel accommodation (4 nights) (standard / deluxe options available)
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Wilpattu National Park Jeep Safari (jeep + tracker)
- Fuel, parking & highway toll charges
- All government taxes & service charges
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
Excluded
- Entrance fees to sites (Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Mihintale, etc.)
- Lunch & dinner
- International flights
- Visa fees & travel insurance
- Beverages & personal expenses
- Tips & porterage
- Optional activities (cycling tours, meditation, etc.)
- Camera/video permits (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
The best time is from May to September when the weather is relatively dry in the Cultural Triangle. However, Anuradhapura can be visited all year round.
It takes approximately 4 to 5 hours by road depending on traffic and stops along the way.
No, entrance fees are not included. Guests can pay directly at each site to keep the package flexible.