Anuradhapura Day Tour From Kandy

Accomodation

On Request
Pickup

Kandy
Dropoff

Kandy
Best Season

All Year
Guide

Guided
Language

English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Meals

On Request
Tour Availability

Available
Transportation

Car or Van
Travel Duraton

10 - 14 hrs
Minimum Age

3
Maximum Age

99
Group Size

1 - 20
Activities

Sightseeing, Ancient City, Temple Visit
Trip Type

Culture, History, Religon

Overview

The Anuradhapura Day Tour provides an opportunity to visit one of the oldest cities in Sri Lanka, renowned for its Buddhist heritage. Participants will have the chance to discover significant sites, including the Sacred Bodhi Tree (Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi), recognized as the oldest documented tree in the world, as well as the impressive stupas of Ruwanwelisaya and Abhayagiri Dagoba. This tour emphasizes the city's historical significance in Sri Lanka, featuring ancient monasteries, royal palaces, and remarkably preserved ruins. The experience offers a profound understanding of the nation’s cultural and religious traditions.

Trip Highlights

The Anuradhapura Day Tour commences promptly at 6:00 AM from Kandy, providing an in-depth journey through the ancient capital of Sri Lanka.
Upon your arrival, you will commence your journey with a visit to the Sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, esteemed as the oldest living tree with deep connections to Buddhism. Following this, you will explore the Ruwanwelisaya Stupa, recognized as one of the most important stupas in the nation, and take in the impressive architecture of the Jetavanarama Monastery.
A lunch break is planned from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Following this intermission, the tour will proceed to notable locations, including the Isurumuniya Temple, renowned for its rock carvings, and the Abhayagiri Monastery, which serves as a significant pilgrimage site for Buddhists.
You will spend the day surrounded by ancient architecture, historical sites, and significant spiritual landmarks. The tour wraps up after roughly 12 to 14 hours, culminating in a return trip to Kandy, providing a fulfilling and enlightening experience for those passionate about history and culture.