Day Tour from dambulla to Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa
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If you get this tour with us no need rent bicycle we have special licence for going to inside city with our personal vehicle. So do you get our best service we are ready to give you unforgettable tour for you. on the way from Sigiriya to polonnaruwa we can show you maybe wild elephant in jungle and some animals. We have very good knowledge about this area.
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Referred by locals as the Eighth Wonder of the World this ancient palace and fortress complex has significant archaeological importance and attracts thousands of tourists every year. It is probably the most visited tourist destination of Sri Lanka. Sigiriya Citadel Rock Sigiriya Citadel Rock The palace is located in the heart of the island between the towns of Dambulla and Habarane on a massive rocky plateau 370 meters above the sea level. Sigiriya rock plateau, formed from magma of an extinct volcano, is 200 meters higher than the surrounding jungles. Its view astonishes the visitors with the unique harmony between the nature and human imagination. The fortress complex includes remnants of a ruined palace, surrounded by an extensive network of fortifications, vast gardens, ponds, canals, alleys and fountains. The surrounding territories of Sigiriya were inhibited for several thousand years. Since 3th century BC the rocky plateau of Sigiriya served as a monastery. In the second half of the 5th century king Kasyapa decided to construct a royal residence here.After his death Sigiriya again became a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century, when it was abandoned. Sigiriya Lion Claws Sigiriya Lion Claws The main entrance is located in the northern side of the rock. It was designed in the form of a huge stone lion, whose feet have survived up to today but the upper parts of the body were destroyed. Thanks to this lion the palace was named Sigiriya. The term Sigiriya originates from the word Sihagri, i.e. Lion Rock. Sigiriya Sigiriya Fresco Sweeping Stroke Paintings The western wall of Sigiriya was almost entirely covered by frescoes, created during the reign of Kasyapa. Eighteen frescoes have survived to this day The frescoes are depicting nude females and are considered to be either the portraits of Kasyapa’s wives and concubines or priestess performing religious rituals. Despite the unknown identity of the females depicted in the frescoes, these unique ancient paintings are celebrating female beauty and have incredible historical significance. Sigiriya Mirror Wall Sigiriya Mirror Wall One of the most striking features of Sigiriya is its Mirror wall. In the old days it was polished so thoroughly that the king could see his reflection in it. The Mirror wall is painted with inscriptions and poems written by the visitors of Sigiriya. The most ancient inscriptions are dated from the 8th century. These inscriptions are proving that Sigiriya was a tourist destination more than a thousand years ago. Today, painting on the wall is strictly prohibited.
Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Sri Lanka after the destruction of Anuradhapura in 1993. It comprises, besides the Brahmanic monuments built by the Cholas, the monumental ruins of the fabulous garden-city created by Parakramabahu I in the 12th century. Kings ruled the central plains of Sri Lanka from Polonnaruwa 800 years ago, when it was a thriving commercial and religious centre. The glories of that age can be found in the archaeological treasures that still give a pretty good idea of how the city looked in its heyday. You'll find the archaeological park a delight to explore, with hundreds of ancient structures – tombs and temples, statues and stupas – in a compact core. The Quadrangle alone is worth the trip.
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traveler pickup is offered we are pickup from any where in around dambulla please wear clothes to cover your knees and shoulders when visiting temple TUK TUK Easy to Drive 3 people in one tuk tuk pickup included Before starting pickup service we will send you massage true Whatsapp or Email to you,then its Easy to Ready for you,
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- please wear clothers to cover your knees and shoulders when visitingn temple
Reviews(15)
We had an amazing day driving around with Saman. He's awesome, took great photos of us, and was really attentive to everything we needed. We definitely couldn't have done all of these sites without him. And, man, he has a good eye for wildlife. Elephants, owls, and monkeys! We saw everything we wanted to and more.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! 😊 I’m very happy to hear that you had an amazing day. It was a real pleasure to show you around and help you visit all these beautiful places. I’m also glad we could see so much wildlife – elephants, owls, and monkeys! 🐘🦉🐒 Thank you again for choosing Dambulla Tuk Tuk Saman Travel. I hope to see you again in Sri Lanka one day. Safe travels
Beautiful day: Saman is punctual, very friendly, drives carefully and takes the time to talk about his country. The day starts early but it is worth it, the sunrise over Sigiriya is breathtaking! On the way to Polonnaruwa, we had a tuktuk safari and saw some beautiful birds and even two elephants! Saman knows his area well and where to go and where to take photos. Since the old city is big, getting back there by motor allows to visit everything in less time, Saman brought us back to all the places to see. We returned to Dambulla well in time to take our taxi to the next stage. An unforgettable ride. Thank you Saman!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words!🙏 I’m very happy to hear you enjoyed the early start and the sunrise at Sigiriya- it’s truly is special.I’m glad the Tuk tuk safari and wildlife sightings made the journey to Polonnaruwa memorable, that having the vehicle helped you explore the ancient city comfortably. It’s was a pleasure spending the day with you.and I’m happy we arrived back in Dambulla right on time. Thank you again for choosing me- I wish you many more beautiful experiences on your travels!☘️
Saman was great at showing us around and taking us to spots that were quiet and away from loads of tourists. We saw everything we wanted and he told us information about all the different areas. A great day and such a nice guy. Definitely worth doing.
Dear jemma and amy madam Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and hope you will visit this island again and look forward to serving you with the same service and hospitality. Thank you🙏😘
We had an exceptional day with Saman! He was very professional, friendly and welcoming! His English is very good and he was very helpful in explaining sites along the journey. The day trip included sight-seeing at both Pidurangala and Sigirya rocks and the Polonaruwa ancient city. He even very kindly dropped us off at the Golden Buddha and Rock Temple at the end of the tour in Dambulla. We hiked to see the sunrise when it is a bit cooler at Pidurangala rock-which was absolutely breathtaking! We hired a tour guide who came in the Tuk Tuk with us all, on recommendation from Saman at the Polonaruwa ancient city. Which was fantastic as well and highly recommended! Saman also went above and beyond to make our trip amazing. We even stopped and got out to see wild elephants and many other beautiful animals! We also arranged for onward transport to Habarana with Saman the next morning. He also took us to a herbal garden along the way which was very interesting. Absolutely wonderful trip and fantastic tuk tuk tour with Saman. Would highly recommend to anyone! Thank you so much! :)
Dear Sophie and April Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and hope you will visit this island again and look forward to serving you with the same service and hospitality. Thank you🙏🇱🇰😘
A unique way of experiencing Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa on a tuk tuk was truly memorable. We had a great guide/driver in Saman who was friendly and helpdul. We even got to spot an elephant, kingfishers, a few exotic wildlife along the way. Totally worth it. Thabks Saman.
Dear ,Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and hope you will visit this island again and look forward to serving you with the same service and hospitality. Thank you 🙏😘🇱🇰
The tour with Saman from Dambulla to Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya was fantastic, certainly one of the best experiences of my Sri Lanka trip. Saman is a great guide and safe tuk tuk driver, but also a very pleasant conversation partner from whom I learned a lot about his country and culture. I would therefore book again at any time with Saman and can recommend him 100%! Thanks for everything:)
Dear ,Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and hope you will visit this island again and look forward to serving you with the same service and hospitality. Thank you 🙏😘🇱🇰
I had a great tour with Saman, he is super friendly, professional, on time - showed me the best sites in the short amount of time I had - really appreciated ! The Pindurangala rock and Sigirya views were amazing. Polonaruwa is also really worth a visit (try as early as possible as it gets quite hot). Dambulla was also an awesome place. Highly recommend Saman & this tour -
Dear polly maam, Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and hope you will visit this island again and look forward to serving you with the same service and hospitality. Thank you 🙏😘🇱🇰
Don't look anywhere else for your day tour!!!! Saman was amazing, the early start to climb Sigiriya is worth some lost sleep. Saman was amazing, a great guide and helpful. He gave us great insight into Polonnaruwa and the ancient history. Saman gave us a great tip for lunch and dinner in Dambulla which was grealty appreciated as we were strugglign to find things hidden in amongst all the shops. I'm in the military, like Saman's brother, so he happily pointed out a lot of military facilities and history with me, which was amazing. The final perfect touch from Saman, was urgently pulling over for us, when I spotted a Malbar Pied Hornbill (bird freaks) and was urgently trying to get my partners attention. This quick stop, helped us spot a pair of amazing birds and was a final perfect end to a awesome day.
Dear Sir and madam Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and hope you will visit this island again and look forward to serving you with the same service and hospitality. Thank you 🙏😘🇱🇰
Watching the morning sunrise from the top of Sigiriya was breathtaking. The day tour through Polonnaruwa was amazing and Samar was a great host.
Dear Ryan Sir Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip and hope you will visit this island again and look forward to serving you with the same service and hospitality. Thank you 🙏😘🇱🇰
Saman was great and very professional. His English is pretty good and he explained me a lot of things about his country and the sites we visites. He was patient and stop along the way so that I can take as many pictures as I want. It was a lovely experience on a human and professional level.
Dear Thank you very much for your kind words. Happy to hear that you have enjoyed the tour, hope you will visit this island once again and looking forward to serve you with the same service & hospitality Thank you 🙏😘🇱🇰
