Polonnaruwa Trip Overview
(SKU: LK60120300) During this full-day tour to Sigiriya, you will visit a renowned UNESCO world heritage site! Enter into a kingdom hailed as one of the greatest in Sri Lanka’s history. Start your journey at the Sigiriya rock fortress also known to be the world’s 8th wonder, and spend time exploring archeological history. Later, visit a local village and enjoy the traditional way of living in Sri Lanka and village culture. After enjoying the true essence of Sri Lanka, go on a lovely safari in Minneriya national park or the best alternative park based on animal activity.
Additional Info
Duration: 10 to 11 hours
Starts: Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Polonnaruwa, North Central Province, Sri Lanka
(SKU: LK60120300) During this full-day tour to Sigiriya, you will visit a renowned UNESCO world heritage site! Enter into a kingdom hailed as one of the greatest in Sri Lanka’s history. Start your journey at the Sigiriya rock fortress also known to be the world’s 8th wonder, and spend time exploring archeological history. Later, visit a local village and enjoy the traditional way of living in Sri Lanka and village culture. After enjoying the true essence of Sri Lanka, go on a lovely safari in Minneriya national park or the best alternative park based on animal activity.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ‘ the Lion Rock’. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Minneriya National Park, Maradankadawala-Habarana-Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway, 50150 Sri Lanka
This three-hour safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.
Duration: 3 hours
