Join us for an immersive historical tour through Sri Lanka's first ancient capital in a private Tuk-Tuk, covering the grandest monuments of the Anuradhapura Kingdom efficiently. Traveling by motorized Tuk-Tuk ensures you traverse the vast, sprawling archaeological grounds comfortably without physical exhaustion.
Main Tour Itinerary & Route Highlights:
• Royal Gardens & Reservoirs: Ranmasu Uyana (Royal Pleasure Gardens), Tissa Wewa reservoir, and the Isurumuniya Rock Temple.
• The Sacred Atamasthana Shrines: Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, the remnants of Lovamahapaya (Brazen Palace), Ruwanwelisaya stupa, Jetavanaramaya, and Abhayagiri Stupa.
• Monastic Arts & Engineering: Kuttam Pokuna (Twin Baths), the 4th-century Samadhi Buddha Statue, the historical Refectory Hall ruins, and the massive Elephant Pond (Eth Pokuna) reservoir system.
• Culture & Artifacts: A beautifully preserved ancient Balustrade (Korawakgala) and the Jethavanarama Archaeological Museum collection.
Important Booking Information:
• Total Rate Setup: Includes a 30 USD site entrance ticket per person, a flat 35 USD professional guide fee, and a 15 USD Tuk-Tuk transport fee.
• Tuk-Tuk Vehicle Capacity: One Tuk-Tuk accommodates a maximum of 2 passengers comfortably; additional charges apply for larger groups.
• Fixed Group Guide Fee: The 35 USD guide fee is a fixed flat rate for the entire group booking, remaining the same total cost regardless of passenger count.
• Ticket Discounts: Standard entry is 30 USD. SAARC passport holders and children aged 5 to 15 receive a discounted rate of 15 USD. Infants under 5 enter free of charge.
Traveler Regulations & Notices:
• Dress Code: Modest attire with covered shoulders and knees is strictly mandatory to enter all active temple grounds.
• Footwear Tip: Thick socks are highly recommended for the sun-baked stone terraces where shoes must be removed.
• Photography Etiquette: Turning your back directly to active Buddha statues to take photos or selfies is strictly prohibited.
