ANURADHAPURA CITY TOUR ITINERARY
Description and Tour Highlights
Tour Highlights – Sacred City of Anuradhapura
- Explore one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, rich in Buddhist heritage and monumental architecture.
Sri Maha Bodhi Tree (Sacred Bo Tree)
- The world’s oldest documented tree planted in 288 BC
- Grown from a branch of the original Bodhi tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment
Ruwanwelisaya Stupa
- A massive white dagoba built in 140 BC by King Dutugemunu
- One of the most sacred stupas in Sri Lanka
Jetavanaramaya Monastery
- Once one of the tallest structures in the ancient world
- Massive brick stupa showcasing ancient engineering
Thuparamaya Dagoba
- The oldest dagoba in Sri Lanka, enshrining the Buddha’s collarbone relic
- Built during the reign of King Devanampiyatissa
Abhayagiri Monastery Complex
- Grand ruins of an ancient monastery that housed over 5,000 monks
- Features moonstones, guardstones , and a unique bathing pool
Twin Ponds (Kuttam Pokuna)
- Remarkably engineered ancient monastic bathing pools
Isurumuniya Rock Temple
- Famous for its carvings, including the "Isurumuni Lovers"
- Peaceful temple set into rock with scenic views
Inclusions (Customizable)
- Private transport with experienced driver-guide
- Bottled water
- Entrance tickets (can be included or excluded)
- Guided commentary & historical insights
- Optional lunch stop
Ideal For
- History lovers | Pilgrims | Culture seekers | Educational groups
Start/End:
- Hotel pickup/drop-off (Anuradhapura / Sigiriya / Habarana)
| Half Day or Full Day |
What’s Included
- Private A/C vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide
Non Included
Destinations and Schedule
08:00 AM Pickup from hotel
08:30 AM Visit Sri Maha Bodhi & Ruwanwelisaya
10:00 AM Explore Jetavanaramaya & Thuparamaya
11:30 AM Visit Abhayagiri Monastery & Twin Ponds
01:00 PM Traditional lunch at a local restaurant
02:00 PM Visit Isurumuniya Rock Temple
03:30 PM Optional visit to Archaeological Museum
04:30 PM Return to hotel