Tales of Ancient Ceylon
In this shorttour of Sri Lanka which was previously known as Ceylon, we explore some of theancient wonders that have been well preserved by local authorities. FromColombo, we head to the Dambulla Cave Temple and admire the caves and hidden treasureswithin them. We move on to the ancientcapital city of Polonnaruwa and discover the mega structures that have beencarved out of stone and also temples. We can enjoy a three hour safari ride atthe Minneriya National Park and witness magnificent elephants in many herdsgathering in waterholes to quench their thirst. Climb the Sigiriya RockFortress and enjoy a village tour to experience how locals survive with theirminimum salary and daily wages.
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Kolombo'dan Antik Seylan Hikayeleri (3 Gün)
Kolombo'dan Antik Seylan Hikayeleri (3 Gün)
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Tales of Ancient Ceylon, Sri Lanka'nın kültürel üçgeninin kalbine yapılan 3 günlük kısa bir turdur. Birçok UNESCO Dünya Mirası alanını ziyaret edin, ilk olarak tarihi Dambulla Altın Mağara Tapınak kompleksiyle başlayın, bu yer bir zamanlar hem eski bir krallık hem de Budist rahipleri ve hacılar için bir manastır olarak hizmet etmiştir. Bu alan M.Ö. 1. yüzyıla kadar uzanır ve anlatacak büyüleyici bir hikayeye sahiptir. Sigiriya 'Lion Rock' Kalesine tırmanın, bir UNESCO Dünya Mirası alanıdır. Bu eski taş kale, M.S. 5. yüzyılda Kral Kasyapa'nın evi olmuştur. Bir sonraki yer, Polonnaruwa'nın harabe şehri olup, tarihi M.S. 10. yüzyıla kadar gitmektedir. Sri Lanka'nın eski kültürü ve mirasının en önemli örneklerinden biri olarak kabul edilmektedir. Ayrıca Minneriya Milli Parkı'nda bir Yaban Hayatı Safarisi yapacaksınız.
İçerir
- Özel araçla ulaşım, yakıt, park ücretleri ve otoyol geçiş ücretleri.
- İngilizce konuşan şoför rehber hizmeti.
- Tüm geçerli vergiler ve hizmet ücretleri.
- Her kişi için günde 2 x 500ml su şişesi.
İçermez
- Otel konaklaması ve yemekler.
- Şoför rehberin konaklaması.
- İlgili alanlara giriş ücretleri.
- Kişisel harcamalar.
- Vize ve ilgili harcamalar.
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Day 1 Colombo > Dambulla > Sigiriya
You will proceed to Dambulla from Colombo on the first day of your tour and pay a visit to the Golden Cave Temple which is located on a 160 meter tall stone mountain. While the major attractions span across 5 caves, it has been documented that there are over 80 caves in the surroundings. Then proceed to Sigiriya.
Dambulla Cave Temple
Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves.
- Duration: 1 hour
- Admission Ticket Free
Day 2 Sigiriya > Polonnaruwa > Minneriya > Sigiriya
Day 2 is filled with exploring the ruins of Polonnaruwa which is a city that was once a booming capital in ancient times. Many carvings of rock structures and images are scattered around the ruins. Your next stop will be the Minneriya National Park which is famed for its elephant gatherings during the dry season.
Polonnaruwa
Visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, which was the second major capital of Sri Lanka. Walk through the ruins of the city that flourished between the 10th to the 13th century AD. View important monuments such as Gal Vihara, Vatadage, the lotus bath, Lankathilaka Temple and the statue of King Parakramabahu whose reign was considered the golden age of Polonnaruwa.
- Duration: 3 hours
- Admission Ticket Free
Minneriya National Park
This safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October.
- Duration: 3 hours
- Admission Ticket Included
Day 3 Sigiriya > Colombo
Day 3 will take you the ancient Rock Fortress of Sigiriya with ruins of a palace, gardens, ponds and wall paintings of ancient Lanka. The lion gate is the starting point to reach the pinnacle of the fortress to enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding plains. You can also enjoy a village tour and a home made lunch in Sigiriya.
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ' the Lion Rock'. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns.
- Duration: 2 hour
- Admission Ticket Included
Sigiriya
Get a chance to go on an oxen cart ride. Have a relaxing catamaran safari through a calm lake. Walk through the golden fields ripe with their harvest of paddy. Delight your taste buds with a home-cooked lunch; made over a wood-fire and served on fragrant lotus leaves placed over woven trays. Enjoy the life of a Sri Lankan villager, just this day.
- Duration: 2 hour
- Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Comfortable clothes and hats recommended.
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.