Anuradhapura and Mihintale from Dambulla

Walk through the ancient ruined city of Anuradhapura, which was the capital for over a millennium until the 10th century AD. View the pagodas, monastic buildings and ponds that are scatter all over the vast area. Visit important landmarks such as Jetavanarama,which was one of the tallest buildings of the ancient world the Sri Maha Bodhi and the ruins of the huge Abhayagiri Monastery. Gain more knowledge about Sri Lanka history as you walk in the footsteps of Kings.

Highlights:

• Walk through ancient kingdoms.
• Visit sacred Anuradhapura city.
• Visit to UNESCO world heritage site.
• Marvelous buddha statue.

During this tour, you will visit the following points of interest in the specified order.

1. Dambulla
2. Anuradhapura
3. Mihintale
4. Dambulla

Includes:

• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
• Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• 2 x 500 ml water bottles per person.

Excludes:

• Food or drinks.
• Entrance tickets(optional).
• Gratuities (optional).
• Expenses of personal nature and entrance fees not mentioned above.

Experience:
See the ruins of the ancient city of Anuradhapura, check out fascinating monuments, and visit one of the most important sites of Sri Lankan Buddhism at Mihintale on this day tour from Dambulla.

Enjoy a convenient morning pick-up at your accommodations in Damballa for your 1.5-hour drive to Anuradhapura. Visit ancient monuments with your guide and learn about Sri Lankan history.

Have an afternoon break for lunch and then take the drive out to Mihintale; said to be the place where Buddhism came to Sri Lanka. Explore the historical background of this important place.

Relax at the end of your day on your transfer back to your hotel in Dambulla.

Notes: Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour.