Polonnaruwe Ancient City Cycling Tour from Trincomalee/Nilaveli
Polonnaruwa
Cycle through Polonnaruwa's ancient ruins, savor village lunch, and enjoy panoramic views. Discover Sri Lanka's heritage on this immersive tour.
Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Polonnaruwa Vatadage - To the east of the Cultural Triangle, following the Anuradhapura era is the second ancient capital of Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa. The Polonnaruwa legacy may have lasted for only two centuries however judging by the colossal monuments and monasteries it left behind it is clear that it was dynasty that cannot be easily forgotten. The archaeology remains at Polonnaruwa are exhibited at the Museum of the Central Cultural Fund and its visitor centre.
    It was King Vijayabahu I who defeated the Chola invaders and regained its land after 52 years. Since then Vijayabahu devoted his long reign to the restoration of the country. However Polonnaruwa is largely King Parakramabahu’s city. He built walls that would surround the city and further strengthened the fortifications of its inner city. The great Parakramabahu tank was built after he linked up and expanded three former tanks of Polonnaruwa,

  • Rajanganaya Reservoir Dam - රාජාංගනය ජලාශ වේල්ල - The Rajanganaya Dam (also sometimes called Rajangana) is an irrigation dam built across the Kala Oya river, at Rajanganaya, bordering the North Western and North Central provinces of Sri Lanka. The main concrete dam measures approximately 350 m (1,150 ft) and creates the Rajanganaya Reservoir, which has a catchment area of 76,863.60 hectares and a total storage capacity of 100.37 million cubic metres

What's Included
  • Professional English Speaking Guide with Cycle Guide
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle pick up and drop off
  • Cost of cycles and equipment
  • All Government taxes and service charges
  • Refreshment during the tour
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Fee (Polonnaruwe Ancient City -25$)
Additional Information

Explore the second ancient capital of Sri Lanka by cycle. Paddle your cycle across the ruins of ancient UNESCO heritage sites and water reservoirs to the countryside in Polonnaruwa. This tour contains 10 tours around the Polonnaruwa ancient city and sees 12-century ruins and miraculous stones that you are bringing pride to Sri Lanka.

You will have a chance to get a mouthwatering village lunch and taste a toddy. In the afternoon we will start to ride alongside paddy fields and Polonnaruwa lake with an amazing panoramic view. Later we will come back to Trincomalee, Nilaveli, and drop off your hotel in Trincomalee, Nilaveli.

Location
Polonnaruwa Vatadage
Sacred City
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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