From Colombo To Polonnaruwa Transfer with Sightseeing Stops

Explore Colombo’s landmarks, ancient temples, and cultural sites on a guided tour. Enjoy an optional wildlife safari before arriving in the historic city of Polonnaruwa.
Begin your journey in Colombo and travel through Sri Lanka’s cultural heartland on an immersive guided experience filled with history, religion, nature, and local traditions.

Start with a Colombo city sightseeing experience featuring some of the capital’s most iconic attractions. Visit Gangaramaya Temple, one of Colombo’s most important Buddhist temples, followed by Independence Square, a symbol of Sri Lanka’s modern history.

Continue to Galle Face Green, Colombo’s famous oceanfront promenade, where you can enjoy views of the Indian Ocean and the city skyline. You may also stop near the Lotus Tower, one of Sri Lanka’s most recognizable modern landmarks.

Leaving Colombo behind, travel toward Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle. Visit the historic Aluvihare Rock Temple, an important Buddhist site where the teachings of Buddhism were first committed to writing.

Next, explore Nalanda Gedige, an ancient stone temple renowned for its unique blend of Buddhist and Hindu architectural influences.

Continue to a traditional spice garden where you can learn about Sri Lanka’s world-famous spices, Ayurvedic herbs, and traditional cultivation methods.

Arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, one of Sri Lanka’s most important cultural and religious landmarks. Explore ancient cave shrines, impressive Buddha statues, and colorful wall paintings.

Choose to enjoy an optional safari experience in Minneriya National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife destinations. The park is known for its natural beauty, diverse birdlife, and seasonal gatherings of wild elephants.

Before arriving in Polonnaruwa, visit Gal Vihara, one of the most celebrated monuments of the ancient kingdom. Admire the remarkable rock-carved Buddha statues and learn about their historical and cultural significance.

Conclude your experience with drop-off at your hotel in Polonnaruwa.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.