Anuradhapura Private Day Trip from Colombo, Negombo, or Katunayaka
Description
Enjoy this 15-hour private tour of sacred places in Anuradhapura with your driver/guide. Visit the Brazen Palace Monastery, Jethawanaramaya, Thuparamaya Pagoda, and more along the way. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Thuparamaya is the first Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka. Located in the sacred area of Mahamewna park, the Thuparamaya Stupa is the earliest Dagoba to be constructed in the island, dating back to the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa.
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred fig tree in the Mahamewna Gardens, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is said to be the southern branch from the historical Sri Maha Bodhi at Buddha Gaya in India under which Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment.
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred fig tree in the Mahamewna Gardens, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is said to be the southern branch from the historical Sri Maha Bodhi at Buddha Gaya in India under which Lord Buddha attained Enlightenment.
Lovamahapaya is a building situated between Ruwanweliseya and Sri Mahabodiya in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasadaya because the roof was covered with bronze tiles. In ancient times, the building included the refectory and the uposathagara
The Jetavanaramaya is a stupa, or Buddhist reliquary monument, located in the ruins of Jetavana monastery in the world heritage city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. At 122 metres it was the world's tallest stupa and the third tallest structure in the world when it was built by King Mahasena of Anuradhapura.
The Mirisaweti Stupa is situated in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. King Dutugamunu built the Mirisaveti Stupa after defeating King Elara. After placing the Buddha relics in the sceptre, he had gone to Tissa Wewa for a bath leaving the sceptre.
Back to Colombo
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup from Colombo, Negombo, Kaluthara Hotels. Safe & Secured Certified Level 01 Hotels Only.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Dress code: please ensure shoulders and knees are covered
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Minimum age is 6 years
Reviews(2)
Truly amazing experience :) Everything was so well organized with great customer service! The travel agency was super communicative and in touch with us to make sure everything was organized. We were picked up from Colombo, did not have to worry about any lines or entry tickets which was sooo helpful and easy. Lunch was amazing local food and we had a private driver and tour guide for the entire day. Also for a small additional cost we were able to request to be dropped off in Kandy instead of Colombo after the tour. Our guide spoke perfect English and was very very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour if you want to see Anuradhapura with a local perspective and be deeply immersed in the deep Buddhist history of Sri Lanka 😍🙏😍🪷 we cannot say more positive things about this experience- thank you!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙏 We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such a smooth and meaningful experience exploring Anuradhapura with us. It’s great to know that the organization, communication, and seamless arrangements—from pickup to tickets—made your journey stress-free. We’re especially happy that you enjoyed the local lunch and the insights shared by your guide; creating an authentic and comfortable experience is always our priority. We also appreciate you mentioning the flexibility with your drop-off in Kandy—customizing tours to suit our guests is something we take pride in. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re grateful you chose to travel with us. We hope to welcome you back to Sri Lanka again for another unforgettable journey!
It can take five hours to reach the old city from Colombo Katunayaka. It can be tiring. The old city tour costing US$ 25 per day per person, requires extensive walking, taking of shoes at Buddhist temples, and being in hot weather. You need at least 5/6 hours to get a feel of this ancient city of 2000 years BC onward. Moonstone, The tree under which Buddha received enlightenment, (branch brought from India), many Stupas made by successive kings, old dwellings, - all cast a magical spell on the traveler. You can find drinks, food in kiosks clusters, as also wash rooms. Stay a night there and relax ; do not rush back ; you'll break yr back!
