Tour Overview
Sri Lanka’s first capital, a city of monasteries and enormous brick stupas that was the centre of the Buddhist world for more than a thousand years – and the hill where Buddhism arrived on the island.
Trip at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 day |
| Tour type | Day Tour |
| Group size | Private: 1–15 guests |
| Difficulty | Easy – Moderate |
| Best season | All year |
| Approx. road distance | ~180 km |
| Guide languages | English, German and Hindi (others on request) |
| Departure dates | Any date – private tour, all year |
Highlights
- Sri Maha Bodhi – the oldest living human-planted tree with a recorded date
- Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanaramaya, two of the ancient world's great stupas
- Abhayagiri monastery complex, Twin Ponds and the Samadhi Buddha
- Mihintale – 1,840 steps to where Buddhism arrived in Sri Lanka
- Bicycles available instead of the vehicle across the sacred city
- UNESCO site entrance fee included – no cash needed at the gate
- White clothing and sarongs provided for the temple areas