Anuradhapura Guided Day Tour of Ancient Ruins from Colombo
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12 hours
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Explore the ancient city of Anuradhapura on a guided tour. Discover the sacred Bo tree, grand stupas, and historical sites while learning about the city's rich history.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Abayagiriya Stupa
Abhayagiri Monastery is situated in the ancient city of Anuradhapura and is credited to King Vattagamini Abaya, popularly known as King Walagamba (103 BCE, 89-77 BCE). Proof has been found that a Jain temple existed on this land in the 5th century BCE during the rule of King Pandukabaya (437-367 BCE).
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a historical sacred bo tree (Ficus religiosa) in the Mahamewuna Garden in historical city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. This is believed to be a tree grown from a cutting of the southern branch from the historical sacred bo tree, Sri Maha Bodhi, which was destroyed during Emperor Ashoka the Great time, at Buddha Gaya in India, under which Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) attained Enlightenment. The Buddhist nun Sangamitta Maha Theri, a daughter of Indian Emperor Ashoka, in 288 BC, brought the tree cutting to Sri Lanka during the reign of Sinhalese King Devanampiya Tissa. At more than 2,300 years old, it is the oldest living human-planted tree in the world with a known planting date
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Anuradhapura Guided Day Tour of Ancient Ruins from Colombo
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Entrance fee
English Speaking Driver
All taxes and service charges
Bottle Water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel Pick up and drop off
Lunch
Snacks
Breakfast
Gratuities
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent day trip
deena A,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour to Anuradhapura was fantastic and Chatu, the tour guide we had, was fantastic. He made it really interesting with all the information he shared and all the places we went to. We appreciated his friendly and warm personality and we enjoyed the stories he told which made the history come alive. His knowledge and his experience made the tour a very memorable experience. Thank you very much, Chatu!
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