Polonnaruwa Kingdom - Guided UNESCO Tour with Don Nuwan

5.0 (39 reviews) 5–7 hours Private tour

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Ancient City of Polonnaruwa — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Step into the ancient Kingdom of Polonnaruwa with Don Nuwan, a professional all-island tourist guide lecturer (Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority -SLTDA)

and experience Sri Lanka's medieval capital in a meaningful and engaging way.

Polonnaruwa offers an immersive cultural experience in one of the best preserved ancient kingdoms of Sri Lanka.The City makes it easy to gain insight into royal history and ancient life.A unique highlight is the presence of Hindu monuments among the grand Buddhist structures, reflecting rich cultural harmony.Visitors also may see three species of monkeys living freely among the ruins ,creating a lively " Monkey Kingdom" atmosphere.

This tour is designed to be both educational and enjoyable, combining well-researched facts with storytelling that brings the past to life.

This family friendly tour is ideal for families, children, history lovers and anyone seeking a truly different and memorable experience........

" Cinematic Narration -Beyond Ordinary"

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At a glance

Duration: 5–7 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Artistic Sojourns with Don Nuwan -Polonnaruwa Guide Services

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–95 years)

What is included

Included

Included: anding and/or facility fees: Included :Professional Guide Fee
Included: ***Tickets/Entrance Fees are included only to the " Polonnaruwa :Guide +Entrance Fees"package only.

Not included

Not included: Snacks: Food and drinks are not included
Not included: ***Tickets /Entrance Fees are not included to optional packages,1.Guided Bicycle Tour,2.Guided Tuk Tuk Tour,3.Guided Tour Only,(,Entrance Fee is 30 USD per person)

Itinerary

Ancient Technology Museum - Polonnaruwa

one hour Admission included

Essential historical background
Samudra Parakrama

20 min

850 years old man made reservoir:An engineering marvel and scenic start
Polonnaruwa Vatadage

40 min Admission included

Sacred Quadrangle: compact area of sacred monuments belong to 11AD,12AD and 13 AD.
Polonnaruwa

30 min

Island Park of King Nissakamalla : tranquil royal garden remains , council chamber,police,ponds and summer palace
Polonnaruwa

30 min

Menik Vehera Monastery: peaceful Buddhist monastic complex
Polonnaruwa

20 min

Siva Temple No.2 : well preserved hindu shrine entirely made of stone
Pothgul Viharaya

40 min Admission included

Library Monastery: center of ancient learning and iconic royal monument
Pabalu Vehera

20 min Admission included

Graceful brick stupa
Rankoth Vehera

30 min Admission included

Tallest Buddhist monument in Polonnaruwa
Gal Vihara

35 min Admission included

Rock Temple: magnificent rock cut Buddha statues
Alahana Pirivena

45 min Admission included

Ancient monastic university
Thivanka Image House

35 min Admission included

Renowned for classical wall paintings
Lotus Pond

15 min Admission included

Unique architural pond

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

This hotel is situated near the bridge of the first canal road.

End point

This hotel is situated near the bridge of the first canal road.

Pickup points

Heritage Villa Polonnaruwa
EKHO Lake House
Hotel Lake Park
Siyanco Holiday Resort
The Lavish Polonnaruwa
Monkey Garden Hotel
Serendipity Homestay

I will personally pick you up at the meeting point or at any convenient location.I will contact you by phone,call you by name,and I will be wearing spectacles.I will also carry a small name board with your name for easy identification.

Using your ticket

Travelers must buy their entry ticket separately

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Polonnaruw:Guided Bicycle Tour

Families Welcome !: No Guide Fee For Children & Teens Under 18....This package includes professional guide fee & bicycles only...
Polonnaruwa:Guided TukTuk Tour

Families Welcome!: No Guide Fee For Children & Teens Under 18....This package includes Tuk-Tuk and professional guide fee only..
Polonnaruwa: Guided Tour

Without the entrance fee: Families Welcome!

No Guide Fee For Children & Teens Under 18..This package includes professional guide fee only..
Polonnaruwa:Guide+Entrance Fee

Families Welcome!: No Guide Fee For Children & Teens Under 18...This package includes entrance tickets & guide fee only..