Anuradhapura: Archaeological Site Guided Tuk-Tuk Tour
ID: GYG410771-745143
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Take a tuk-tuk tour of the Anaradhapura archaeological site and experience some Buddhist history. See stupas, irrigation works, palaces, monasteries and the sacred Bo tree.
Admire the wonders of the Anuradhapura archaeological site on a guided tuk-tuk tour. See palaces, religious sites, artwork, and more.
Get picked up at your hotel in Anuradhapura and take a tuk-tuk to the archaeological site. Explore this sacred pilgrimage spot and admire the monuments.
See the sacred Bo tree, where the Buddha is said to have achieved enlightenment. It was brought to Sri Lanka by a princess in the year 228 BC.
Next, visit the Ruwanvelisaya stupa, which houses many Buddhist relics. After, see the Abhayagiri Vihara monastery and Thuparamaya Temple.
Learn about the craftsmanship and artistry that went into creating the palaces and works of art and have a look at the impressive irrigation system that once served Anuradhapura. Get dropped off back at your hotel at the end of your tour.
Highlights
- Feel inspired by the ancient Buddhist pilgrimage sites around Anaradhapura
- Visit the sacred Bo tree, where the Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment
- Stroll among ancient Buddhist sculptures and other impressive artwork
- Visit the Ruwanvelisaya Stupa, home to a variety of important Buddhist relics
- Learn interesting facts about the long history of Anuradhapura from your guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
All participants 12 and older must present physical or digital proof that they've been fully vaccinated with a FDA or WHO-approved vaccine administered at least 14 days before the performance date. Children between 5-11 years old must present proof that they've received at least one dose of a FDA or WHO-approved vaccine and be accompanied by a vaccinated adult meeting the theater's entry requirements. Guests whose last vaccine dose (excluding boosters) was fewer than 14 days before the performance date must also present either a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the performance starts or a negative antigen test taken no more than 6 hours before the performance starts
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones
Pickup is available from most centrally-located hotels in Anuradhapura.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
