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Kandy to Anuradhapura Day Tour

Kandy to Anuradhapura Day Tour

Run by a local guide · Buddhika Rathnayaka

Refundable cancellation up to 24 h before.

Come and discover the First Kingdom of Sri Lanka! Explore the majestic ruins of Anuradhapura, marvel at the world's largest brick stupas, and connect with the sacred history of the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi. A day of soul-stirring heritage!

Duration
10 h
Destination
Kandy
Meeting Point
Pick up & drop off hotels in and around Kandy
Provider
Buddhika Rathnayaka

Description

Step back in time to the golden age of Sri Lankan civilization! Leaving Kandy at 7:00 AM, we journey to Anuradhapura, the spiritual heart of the island and its capital for over 1,500 years. This private tour is designed to reveal the architectural brilliance and deep devotion of a kingdom that shaped South Asian history.

What you will explore on this sacred journey:

• Ancient Engineering: Marvel at the Jetavanarama Stupa, historically one of the world's tallest structures, and discover the massive Abhayagiri and Ruwanwelisaya Dagobas.

• Living History: Visit the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, the sacred Bo Tree grown from a sapling of the original tree under which Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment—a site of pilgrimage for millennia.

• Artistic Wonders: Admire the serene Samadhi Buddha Statue, the intricate Moonstones, and the massive Elephant Pond. Explore the ruins of the Royal Palace and the Brazen Palace.

• Cultural Immersion: Stroll through the Archaeological Museum and the Kuttam Pokuna (Twin Ponds) to understand the sophisticated irrigation and city planning of the ancient Sinhalese.

Includes

  • Private transportation with English speaking driver
  • Pick up & drop off hotels in and around Kandy
  • Transportation in an Air-conditioned Vehicle
  • All parking, fuel, highways fees, taxes and all other expenses related to transfer / vehicle / driver

Meeting Point

Pick up & drop off hotels in and around Kandy

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FromEUR €18

approx. MXN $375

Charged in EUR; the peso conversion is approximate and your bank may add fees.

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EUR €18

approx. MXN $375

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