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Polonnaruwa Kingdom - Guided UNESCO Tour with Don Nuwan

Location Batticaloa, Sri Lanka
$60
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Overview

Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka, invites you to delve into its rich history with the expertise of Don Nuwan, a professional guide certified by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. This captivating tour combines engaging storytelling with educational insights, making it perfect for families, history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a memorable cultural experience.

  • 🗺️ Polonnaruwa Guided Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive exploration of this ancient kingdom with a professional guide, ensuring you grasp the essence of its historical significance.
  • 👶 No Guide Fee for Children & Teens Under 18: Families are welcome, and children can join the adventure at no additional cost.
  • 🏛️ Discover the Ancient Technology Museum, where you can marvel at the engineering feats of the past and gain essential historical background.
  • 💧 Begin your journey at Samudra Parakrama, an 850-year-old man-made reservoir, celebrated as an engineering marvel and a scenic starting point for your tour.
  • ⛩️ Visit the Polonnaruwa Vatadage, a sacred quadrangle featuring monuments from the 11th to 13th centuries, showcasing the architectural brilliance of the era.
  • 🌳 Stroll through the tranquil Island Park of King Nissakamalla, where royal gardens, council chambers, and serene ponds await your exploration.
  • 🧘‍♂️ Experience the peaceful ambiance of Menik Vehera Monastery, a serene Buddhist monastic complex that invites reflection.
  • 🏺 Admire Siva Temple No.2, a well-preserved Hindu shrine entirely crafted from stone, reflecting the cultural harmony of the region.
  • 📚 Explore the Pothgul Viharaya, the ancient library monastery that served as a center of learning and a significant royal monument.
  • 🕉️ Conclude your tour at Gal Vihara, a magnificent rock temple housing stunning rock-cut Buddha statues, and visit the renowned Thivanka Image House, famous for its classical wall paintings.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Polonnaruwa: Guided Tour
Without the entrance fee: Families Welcome!
No Guide Fee For Children & Teens Under 18..This package includes professional guide fee only..
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

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  • ***Tickets/Entrance Fees are included only to the " Polonnaruwa :Guide +Entrance Fees"package only.
  • Included :Professional Guide Fee
  • ***Tickets /Entrance Fees are not included to optional packages,1.Guided Bicycle Tour,2.Guided Tuk Tuk Tour,3.Guided Tour Only,(,Entrance Fee is 30 USD per person)
  • Food and drinks are not included

Meeting point
This hotel is situated near the bridge of the first canal road.
Return details
This hotel is situated near the bridge of the first canal road.

  • Ancient Technology Museum - Polonnaruwa
    Essential historical background
  • Samudra Parakrama
    850 years old man made reservoir:An engineering marvel and scenic start
  • Polonnaruwa Vatadage
    Sacred Quadrangle: compact area of sacred monuments belong to 11AD,12AD and 13 AD.
  • Polonnaruwa
    Island Park of King Nissakamalla : tranquil royal garden remains , council chamber,police,ponds and summer palace
  • Polonnaruwa
    Menik Vehera Monastery: peaceful Buddhist monastic complex
  • Polonnaruwa
    Siva Temple No.2 : well preserved hindu shrine entirely made of stone
  • Pothgul Viharaya
    Library Monastery: center of ancient learning and iconic royal monument
  • Pabalu Vehera
    Graceful brick stupa
  • Rankoth Vehera
    Tallest Buddhist monument in Polonnaruwa
  • Gal Vihara
    Rock Temple: magnificent rock cut Buddha statues
  • Alahana Pirivena
    Ancient monastic university
  • Thivanka Image House
    Renowned for classical wall paintings
  • Lotus Pond
    Unique architural pond

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Polonnaruwa Kingdom - Guided UNESCO Tour with Don Nuwan

    Location Batticaloa, Sri Lanka
    $60
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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