A guided bicycle or tuk-tuk tour through the ancient city of Polonnaruwa – Sri Lanka’s second great medieval capital and one of the finest archaeological sites in Asia, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The ruins bring to life the royal palace complex, the sacred Quadrangle, the extraordinary rock-carved Buddha sculptures of Gal Vihara and the sophisticated irrigation systems of a civilisation that flourished over a thousand years ago.
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Polonnaruwa Heritage Exploration Tour
Tour Highlights
- Guided bicycle or tuk-tuk tour through the ancient city complex – an atmospheric way to explore the ruins at a comfortable pace
- Visit to the Gal Vihara – four monumental rock-carved Buddha sculptures of breathtaking scale and artistic refinement
- Exploration of the royal palace complex, Council Chamber and the sacred Quadrangle featuring the celebrated Vatadage circular relic house
- Discovery of Polonnaruwa’s ancient irrigation systems, a remarkable feat of medieval hydraulic engineering
- Atmospheric cycling or walking through tree-lined ruins alongside ancient reservoirs and forest landscapes
Inclusions
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
- English-speaking heritage guide throughout
- Bicycle or tuk-tuk hire within the ancient city
- Bottled water on board
- All road tolls and parking fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Sigiriya, Dambulla or Habarana area)
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights
- Entrance and site admission fees (unless stated)
- Personal travel insurance
- Meals and beverages not specified in inclusions
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
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