Full Day Tour to Sigiriya Lion Rock & Sacred City of Anuradhapura

We offer free pick-up service from any hotel located in Habarana, Sigiriya, or Dambulla

07.00 AM – Pick-Up from your hotel at Habarana, Sigiriya, Dambulla

Climb Sigiriya, the ancient rock fortress. Entrance ticket included. 

Embark on a captivating journey as you ascend the iconic Sigiriya, an ancient rock fortress boasting historical significance and breathtaking vistas. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural and architectural heritage as you climb Sigiriya, creating lasting memories amid the intriguing ruins and panoramic landscapes.

Sigiriya Museum. Museum ticket included

Tickets Included to all areas in Sacred City of Anuradhapura.

We can have lunch (on your own expense) on our way to Anuradhapura from Sigiriya. 

Anuradhapura stands as the venerable cradle of Sri Lanka's rich history, representing the genesis of civilization on this resplendent island. As the inaugural kingdom, Anuradhapura holds the distinction of being the ancient capital and the focal point of cultural, religious, and political significance for many centuries.

It is hard to believe – but there is no shadow of doubt at all – that this small tree with limbs so slender that they must be supported on iron crutches, is the oldest historically authenticated tree in the world. It has never since been without its hereditary attendants and care, to the very end, of the country’s kings. As lately as the reign of King Keerti Sri Rajasingha, a wall was built around the tree. In 1966 it was enclosed with a golden railing. The great ancient Sinhalese Buddhist monuments of Anuradhapura are clustered around this Peepal tree (ficus religiosa) called Sri Maha Bodhi, a sapling of the Peepal Tree at Buddha Gaya, Northern India in whose shelter Gautama Buddha attained supreme enlightenment. The sapling was brought to Sri Lanka by Buddhist nun Sanghamitta, the daughter of King Asoka of India during the 3rd Century B.C. To the north of the well protected and well adorned tree are three great monasteries: the Mahavihara, the Abhayagiri and the Jetavana.

The Jetavanarama Dagoba’s massive dome rises above the entire eastern part of Anuradhapura. Built in the 3rd century by Mahasena, it may have originally topped 120m, but today is about 70m – similar to the Abhayagiri. When it was built it was almost certainly the third-tallest monument in the world, the first two being Egyptian pyramids. Its vast, bulbous form is unplastered and said to consist of more than 90 million bricks.

The main stupa at Abhayagiri Monastery , Abhayagiri Stupa was built over a footprint of Buddha. The Bo tree at the monastery is an off-shoot of the Sri Maha Bodhi tree also at Anuradhapura. Standing at 370 ft in height, when it was first built, Abhayagiri Dagoba was the second tallest dagoba in Sri Lanka. During its glorious days, Abhayagiri Monastery was home to one of the finest libraries in the world. In memory of the Chinese Buddhist monk Fa-Hsien who studied the Buddhist manuscripts therein in the 5th Century CE, a new museum was established by the Chinese government so that the archaeological treasures discovered in the recent excavations could be deposited and displayed.

Aukana Buddha Statue in Asisa Mudra or the “posture of blessing” is carved out of a rock boulder. The statue is carved in the round connected to the back to the rock boulder. The delicate and skillful carving of the Buddha’s robe humanizes and chastely reveals the underlying form of his body, while the face’s impassive expression projects an aura of spiritual supremacy. It is said that the degree of alignment of the statue is such that raindrop on the nose would drop straight down to small depression carved between the toes. Aukana Buddha Statue is a masterpiece of a colossal Buddha Statue by an unknown sculptor: the serene expression of the statue, the gracefully carved robe with neat pleats brings in delicateness that could hardly be moulded into a rock. The impassive expression of the face reflects the supreme spirituality.

We will ensure to drop you off safely to the same location from which we initially picked you up. Your convenience and comfort are our priorities, and we guarantee a seamless and secure return to your designated starting point.