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Historias del Antiguo Ceilán desde Hikkaduwa (2 Días)

Explore four of Sri Lanka's greatest ancient sites — Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, and Minneriya — on a private two-day tour from Hikkaduwa.

"Gal Viharaya" Polonnaruwa Minneriya National Park Dambulla Cave Temple Minneriya National Park Sigiriya Polonnaruwa

About this experience

Aborde un vehículo privado en Hikkaduwa y diríjase al norte hacia el Triángulo Cultural de Sri Lanka en este tour de dos días por los sitios antiguos más significativos de la isla. Su guía chófer que habla inglés lo guiará a través del Templo de la Cueva Dorada de Dambulla, un Sitio de Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO excavado en roca desde el siglo I a.C., y luego por los flancos de granito empinados de Sigiriya Lion Rock —el palacio-fortaleza del siglo V del Rey Kasyapa, otro Sitio de Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO. El estacionamiento, los peajes de carreteras y dos botellas de agua de 500 ml por persona cada día están todos incluidos.

El segundo día, explore la ciudad en ruinas de Polonnaruwa, una capital real listada por la UNESCO cuyos monumentos trazan la civilización medieval de Sri Lanka hasta el siglo X d.C. Finalice el tour con un safari de vida silvestre en el Parque Nacional de Minneriya. El alojamiento en hotel, las comidas y las tarifas de entrada a cada sitio no están incluidos, por lo que debe presupuestar para ellos por separado. Todos los impuestos y cargos de servicio actuales están cubiertos por Lakpura.

Duration2 days
LanguagesEnglish
Group typePrivate — your party only
ReferenceLKZXV5PMAV
Malsiri
Your tour planner

Malsiri Consultant

Have questions or want to customise this itinerary? Reach Malsiri directly — replies usually within a few hours during Sri Lanka business hours.

What’s included

Included

  • Transport in a Private Vehicle, Fuel, Parking & Highway tolls.
  • Service of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
  • All prevailing taxes and service charges.

Not included

  • Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
  • Entrance fees to the respective sites.
  • Chauffeur Guide's Accommodation.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • Visa and Related Expenses.
  • Tips & Portages.

Tour route

Day-by-day waypoints across Sri Lanka. Each marker is where you spend the night; lines trace the daily drive.

Day-by-day itinerary

1

Day 1 — Hikkaduwa > Dambulla > Minneriya

Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex

This 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

2

Day 2 — Sigiriya > Polonnaruwa > Bentota

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

Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, which was the second major capital of Sri Lanka. Walk through the ruins of the city that flourished between the 10th to the 13th century AD. View important monuments such as Gal Vihara, Vatadage, the lotus bath, Lankathilaka Temple and the statue of King Parakramabahu whose reign was considered the golden age of Polonnaruwa. Get to know more about Sri Lanka's ancient history.

Please note

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Comfortable clothes and hats recommended.
  • We pick up you from your Hotel in Hikkaduwa area

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