Morning Itinerary

• Pickup from Colombo, Sigiriya, or Dambulla.
• Transfer to Polonnaruwa (~4 hrs from Colombo, 1.5 hrs from Dambulla).
• Check-in and welcome drink at your hotel.
• Begin exploring:
  • Royal Palace ruins.
  • Council Chambers.
  • Sacred Quadrangle.
  • Lotus Pond & Audience Hall.

Afternoon Itinerary

• Lunch at a local restaurant — try delicious tank fish curry, caught fresh from ancient reservoirs like Parakrama Samudra.
• Optional bicycle ride or tuk-tuk tour through the vast archaeological complex.
• Sunset by Parakrama Samudra.
• Overnight stay in Polonnaruwa.

Morning

• Visit Gal Vihara, home to serene stone-carved Buddha statues.
• Explore Lankatilaka Temple, Thuparamaya, and more hidden gems.
• Local-style breakfast at your hotel or in a village setting.

Optional Add-ons:

• Go on a Minneriya or Kaudulla Safari to witness the wild elephant gatherings.
• Village experience or cooking demo with traditional clay pot fish preparation.

Afternoon

• Enjoy your final meal by the lake, with a taste of Polonnaruwa’s rural charm.
• Optional stop at a local craft market.

Evening

• Return transfer to your hotel or drop-off at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) or next destination.