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Sacred City of Anuradhapura from Colombo

Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Anuradhapura — Jetavanarama, Sri Maha Bodhi, and Abhayagiri — on a private 12-hour day trip from Colombo.

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About this experience

Step into an air-conditioned vehicle at your Colombo hotel and travel north to Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's ancient capital — a city that held power for over a millennium until the 10th century AD. Your English-speaking chauffeur guide leads you through the UNESCO-listed ruins, pausing at the towering Jetavanarama stupa, once among the tallest structures in the ancient world, the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree, and the vast remains of Abhayagiri Monastery. A water bottle per person is included for the day.

This private, 12-hour day trip departs and returns from Colombo, with hotel pickup and drop-off arranged by Lakpura. Entrance tickets to the sites, meals, and gratuities are not included, so carry local currency for those on the day. Suitable for travellers aged five and above.

Duration12 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Group typePrivate — your party only
Min age5 years

What’s included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off from Colombo.
  • Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-speaking chauffeur Driver.

Not included

  • Entrance tickets to the visiting sites.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities (optional).

Please note

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Adult pricing applies to all travellers
  • Comfortable walking shoes and hats are recommended
  • We can pick you up from your Colombo hotel.

Cancellation policy

  • More than 24 hours notice: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours notice: no refund

To cancel, reply to your booking confirmation email or message us on WhatsApp.

Traveller reviews

4.3 / 5

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