Colombo Trip Overview
The Cultural Triangle is the land which lies within the three ancient cities of Dambulla, Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, which bear testament to the great civilisation that existed here dating back to 4 BC. On seeing the extensive ruins here, and with a little imagination it is possible to re-create the life of the proud people that once lived here and developed this region into the masterpiece of creation that it once was. The numerous irrigation tanks covering hundreds of acres, with their waters held back with manually constructed packed earth bunds are proof that the ancient Kings were exceptionally advanced for their time. The Cultural Triangle holds the distinction of housing three of the seven World Heritage Sites in the country which are Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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The Cultural Triangle is the land which lies within the three ancient cities of Dambulla, Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, which bear testament to the great civilisation that existed here dating back to 4 BC. On seeing the extensive ruins here, and with a little imagination it is possible to re-create the life of the proud people that once lived here and developed this region into the masterpiece of creation that it once was. The numerous irrigation tanks covering hundreds of acres, with their waters held back with manually constructed packed earth bunds are proof that the ancient Kings were exceptionally advanced for their time. The Cultural Triangle holds the distinction of housing three of the seven World Heritage Sites in the country which are Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya.
Itinerary
Day 1: Dambulla
Stop At: Dambulla, Dambulla, Central Province
Pickup from Bandaranayake International Airport and transfer to Dambulla.
Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple, the largest painted complex of caves in the world
Overnight stay at Habarana or Sigiriya
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Habarana or Sigiriya
Day 2: Anuradhapura
Stop At: Anuradhapura, Anuradhapura, North Central Province
After breakfast drive to Anuradhapura
The ruins of Anuradhapura are one of South Asia’s most evocative sights. The sprawling complex contains a rich collection of archaeological and architectural wonders: enormous dagobas (brick stupas), ancient pools and crumbling temples, built during Anuradhapura’s thousand years of rule over Sri Lanka. Today, several of the sites remain in use as holy places and temples
You will visit some of the major sites such as:
Sri Maha Bodhi
Isurumuniya
Samadhi Sthupa
Mihintale and etc
In the evening come back to your hotel in Habarana or Sigiriya
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Habarana or Sigiriya
Day 3: Polonnaruwa and Village Tour
Stop At: Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa, North Central Province
After your breakfast visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa which was a royal capital of both the Chola and Sinhalese kingdoms for three centuries. Today’s archaeological park is a delight to explore, with hundreds of ancient structures, temples and statues
Next go for a village tour in beautiful Hiriwadunna Village. Experience travelling on a bullock cart, a walk in the paddy fields and a boat ride to get to the village. Have a delicious authentic Sri Lankan lunch cooked in a village home
Overnight stay at Habarana or Sigiriya
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Habarana or Sigiriya
Day 4: Sigiriya and Kandy
Stop At: Kandy, Kandy, Kandy District, Central Province
In the morning at about 7.00 am climb the enormous Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the eighth wonder of the world
After that proceed to Kandy. En route visit the incredible Matale Hindu Temple. Visit the impressive golden roofed Temple of Tooth in Kandy, one of the most sacred shrines in the whole country
Enjoy a cultural show in the evening
Overnight stay at Kandy
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Habarana or Sigiriya
Day 5: End the tour from Colombo/Negombo
Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province
Transfer to the destination where we need to drop you
Duration: 5 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
