About this experience
Step into an air-conditioned vehicle and spend ten hours exploring two of Sri Lanka's most rewarding destinations on this private day tour from Polonnaruwa. Your dedicated English-speaking chauffeur guide leads you through the ancient royal capital, where you walk among the carved granite Buddhas of Gal Vihara, the circular relic shrine of the Polonnaruwa Vatadage, the seven-storey Sathmahal Prasada, the Lankathilaka Image House, and the Medirigiriya Vatadage. A local area guide for the Ancient Kingdom sites is available separately and is not included in this booking.
In the afternoon, swap the ruins for the wild as your group boards a safari jeep and heads into Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park. Watch herds of wild elephants converge at the reservoir — numbers can reach into the hundreds during the dry season. Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Polonnaruwa, plus one litre of bottled mineral water per person, are included. Meals, gratuities, and personal expenses are not covered.
Duration10 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Group typePrivate — your party only
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Your tour planner
Rupuni Senior Executive
Have questions or want to customise this itinerary? Reach Rupuni directly — replies usually within a few hours during Sri Lanka business hours.
What’s included
Included
- Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off from/to Polonnaruwa.
- Safari Jeep for the safari at Minneriya NP / Kaudulla NP.
- 1 Liter of bottled mineral water per person.
Not included
- Food or drinks.
- Gratuities (Optional).
- Expenses of personal nature.
- English Speaking Area Guide (Ancient Kingdom)
Route
The drive from Polonnaruwa to Ancient Kingdom and Wild Elephant.
Please note
- Public transportation nearby
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Your Hotel in Polonnaruwa
Comfortable walking shoes and hats recommended for this tour.
Cancellation policy
- More than 24 hours notice: full refund
- Less than 24 hours notice: no refund
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4.4 / 5
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#3 of 44 things to do in Polonnaruwa
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A Remarkable Ancient City Full of History and Culture
Polonnaruwa was pne of the most fascinating places we visited in Sri Lanka. The ancient temples, royal palaces, and impressive stone carvings are beautifully preserved and easy to explore. Walking through this historical…
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An Amazing Glimpse into Sri Lanka’s Rich History
Exploring the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa was a fascinating experience. The ruins are well preserved, and the impressive statues, temples, and ancient structures tell the story of a remarkable civilization. The peaceful…
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The Most Contemplative Place I Visited in Sri Lanka
Polonnaruwa itself was extraordinary.
We began at Gal Vihara early in the morning before most visitors had arrived. After a tour group departed, I found myself almost alone with the stone Buddhas. The atmosphere was pro…
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