Anuradhapura

USD 280.00 for 02 Pax

Trip starts from Colombo or Negombo and it is about 200 km and 5hrs drive.Anuradhapura is a major city in Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province, Sri Lanka and the capital of Anuradhapura District. Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient Sri Lankan civilization. The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the center of Theravada Buddhism for many centuries. The city lies on the banks of the historic Malvathu Oya(river). It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and one of the eight World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. It is believed that from the fourth century BC until the beginning of the 11th century AD it was the capital of the Sinhalese. During this period it remained one of the most stable and durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia. The ancient city, considered sacred to the Buddhist world, is today surrounded by monasteries covering an area of over sixteen square miles.
Drive around and explore the historic site.
Afternoon return to Colombo/ Negombo- 5hrs drive.

Suggested departure time from Colombo is 6.00 AM

Tour Cost Includes:

• Transfers in an air conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver guide from Colombo / Negombo to  Anuradhapura and back
• Entrance Ticket to Anuradhapura 
• Lunch and Refreshments