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Private Polonnaruwa Ruins & safari Tour from Sigiriya/Dambulla

By JK Travels Lanka Pvt Ltd
Free cancellation available
Price is P 7,221 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Get ready for an unforgettable journey back to Sri Lanka’s ancient kingdom on this full-day private tour. Discover the UNESCO-listed ruins of Polonnaruwa, then catch sight of wild elephants at Minneriya National Park—famous for hosting the largest elephant gathering in the country. We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Sigiriya or Habarana and head straight to the ancient city. Don’t forget your camera—every corner is a perfect photo opportunity!

We’ve introduced two exciting packages: the Polonnaruwa City Explore package and the Polonnaruwa City with Minneriya Safari package. The Polonnaruwa City Explore package includes a driver and vehicle. The Polonnaruwa City with Minneriya Safari package offers the same vehicle options with an expert driver, plus a 4x4 safari jeep.

Activity location

  • Ancient Technology Museum - Polonnaruwa
    • Ancient Technology Museum, Newtown
    • 51000, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ancient Technology Museum - Polonnaruwa
    • Ancient Technology Museum, Newtown
    • 51000, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

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Private Polonnaruwa Ruins & safari Tour from Sigiriya/Dambulla

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
P 7,221.47 x 1 AdultP 7,221.47
Total
Price is P 7,221.47

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel Pickup and drop-off from Sigiriya or Habarana
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Safari Jeep with Driver (We offer this Polonnaruwa and wild Safari Package Only)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry/Admission- Polonnaruwa Site
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    National Park Entrance
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Polonnaruwa site guide

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Ancient Technology Museum - Polonnaruwa

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Step into the Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum, a captivating gateway to Sri Lanka’s golden age! Nestled near the entrance of the UNESCO-listed Polonnaruwa Heritage Site, this museum is a must-visit for history lovers, showcasing an extraordinary collection of ancient statues, intricate stone carvings, and excavated pottery that bring the past to life.

Statue of Parakramabahu I

  • 15m
Relive the Glory of Sri Lanka’s Golden Age Stand in awe before the Palace of King Parakramabahu, a breathtaking relic of 12th-century Sri Lankan royalty. Once a seven-story architectural masterpiece, this UNESCO-listed ruin still echoes the grandeur of Polonnaruwa’s medieval capital

Polonnaruwa

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
Start your Polonnaruwa ancient city tour after getting the entrance ticket. Sri Lanka’s second ancient capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers travelers a glimpse into the island’s medieval glory. Dating back to the 11th–13th centuries, this historic city is renowned for its impressive ruins, advanced irrigation systems, and serene Buddhist monuments. Visitors can wander through the Sacred Quadrangle, marvel at the colossal rock-cut Buddhas of Gal Vihara, and explore the remains of the Royal Palace. The vast Parakrama Samudra reservoir, built by King Parakramabahu I, still symbolizes the city’s ingenuity in water management. Today, Polonnaruwa is a peaceful, open-air museum where ancient architecture blends with lush greenery. Whether cycling through the ruins or pausing at intricately carved temples, travelers are immersed in a timeless atmosphere that makes Polonnaruwa one of Sri Lanka’s most captivating heritage destinations.

Minneriya National Park

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
A half-day jeep safari will be carried out to witness the rich wildlife in Minneriya, Kaudulla or Hurulu Eco. Stunning landscapes and lakes. All three parks are renowned for their large elephant populations and are famous for the Elephants Gathering. Depending on the seasonal wildlife movement, you can choose one of these 3 parks for an unforgettable wildlife experience

Location

Activity location

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    Ancient Technology Museum - Polonnaruwa
    • Ancient Technology Museum, Newtown
    • 51000, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Ancient Technology Museum - Polonnaruwa
    • Ancient Technology Museum, Newtown
    • 51000, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

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