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7-Day Ancient Cities Tour of Sri Lanka
Cultural & Historical Discovery

Embark on a 7-day journey through Sri Lanka’s most iconic ancient cities, where history, spirituality, and culture come to life. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, and Dambulla, each showcasing the island’s rich 2,500-year-old heritage. From sacred temples and royal palaces to rock fortresses and ancient monasteries, this tour offers a deep dive into the legacy of Sri Lanka’s kings and monks.

Highlights include the sacred Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, stunning cave temples, and authentic cultural experiences with local communities. Guided by experts, this immersive tour is ideal for history lovers and culture seekers alike.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Highlights

  • Included Heritage Sites
  • Sigiriya Fortress
  • Dambulla Cave Temple
  • Polonnaruwa Ancient City
  • Anuradhapura Sacred City
  • Mihintale & Ritigala
  • Temple of the Tooth Relic
  • Nalanda Gedige

Day 1: Arrival + Transfer to Dambulla (Cultural Base)

Drive: Colombo Airport → Dambulla (4 hrs / 145 km)

Activities:

  • Warm local welcome + quick orientation
  • Sunset view from Dambulla Rock Temple
  • Check-in at jungle-themed heritage resort

Day 2: Sigiriya Rock Fortress + Rural Village Culture

Drive: Dambulla → Sigiriya (30 min / 18 km)

Activities:

  • Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (UNESCO site)
  • Explore the frescoes, mirror wall & lion paws

Later: Hiriwadunna Village Tour – bullock cart, lake canoe, local lunch

Day 3: Ancient Polonnaruwa Kingdom

Drive: Dambulla → Polonnaruwa (1.5 hrs / 60 km)

Activities:

  • Full-day guided tour of Polonnaruwa Ancient City (UNESCO site)
  • Royal Palace ruins, Gal Vihara Buddha statues, Parakrama Samudraya
  • Optional bike ride through ruins

Stay: Return to Dambulla or stay overnight at EKHO Lake Polonnaruwa

Day 4: Sacred Mihintale + Anuradhapura

Drive: Dambulla → Mihintale → Anuradhapura (2 hrs / 85 km)

Activities:

  • Visit Mihintale – birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
  • Explore Anuradhapura Ancient Sacred City (UNESCO)
  • Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, Ruwanwelisaya, Isurumuniya, Samadhi Buddha

 

Stay: Palm Garden Village Hotel or Heritage Hotel Anuradhapura

Day 5: More Anuradhapura + Ritigala Monastery

Activities:

  • Morning: Visit Jetavanaramaya, Abhayagiri, and Thuparamaya
  • Afternoon: Visit the mystical Ritigala Forest Monastery Ruins (off-the-beaten-path)
  • Stay: Same as Day 4 or back to Dambulla (2 hrs / 80 km)

Day 6: Drive to Kandy – Cultural Link

Drive: Anuradhapura → Kandy (3.5 hrs / 135 km)

Activities:

  • Stop at Nalanda Gedige (mystic fusion temple)
  • Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (UNESCO)
  • Evening: Cultural dance show

 

Day 7: Departure via Colombo (Optional City Tour)

Drive: Kandy → Colombo Airport (3.5 hrs. / 115 km)

Optional quick stops:

Peradeniya Botanical Garden

Colombo Old Fort or National Museum (time permitting)

  • Optional Add-ons
  • Private guide certified in Sri Lankan archaeology
  • Cultural workshops: Palm-leaf writing, clay pottery, Sri Lankan cooking
  • Daily Ayurveda spa session or temple blessings

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