Anuradhapura To TrincomaleeTrincomalee is a port city on the northeast coast of Sri Lanka. Set on a peninsula, Fort Frederick was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century. Within its grounds, the grand Undoubtedly one of the first sites to be ticked off the Trincomalee tourist map is this revered temple located atop a cliff inside Fort Fredrick. This important Hindu pilgrimage site displaying Darvidian architectural style is believed to be one of the Panch Ishwarams(five abodes of Shiva) with a swayambhu lingam. Koneswaram Temple stands on Swami Rock cliff, a popular vantage point for blue-whale watching. The holy complex contains ornate shrines and a massive statue of Shiva. Nearby Gokanna Temple has panoramic views over the city and the coastline.
Sri Lanka · Beach & Island
Trincomalee and Nilaveli beach Tour from Anuradhapura
The journey
- 01 Explore Trincomalee on Sri Lanka’s northeast coast
- 02 Visit the sacred Koneswaram Temple on Swami Rock
- 03 See historic Fort Frederick and coastal viewpoints
- 04 Relax at the unspoilt shores of Nilaveli Beach
- 05 Visit the Kanniya Hot Springs in Trincomalee
- 06 Discover the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple
- 07 Travel with private A/C transport and an English-speaking guide
Discover Sri Lanka’s east coast on a 3-day journey from Anuradhapura to Trincomalee and Nilaveli Beach, combining coastal scenery, sacred temples, historic landmarks, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the port city of Trincomalee, visit the revered Koneswaram Temple and Fort Frederick, and unwind by the calm shores of Nilaveli.
Along the way, experience the Kanniya Hot Springs and visit the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, known for its remarkable cave shrines, statues, and paintings. With private transport, an English-speaking guide, and accommodation included, this tour offers a relaxed way to see some of Sri Lanka’s cultural and natural highlights.
Explore the port city of Trincomalee, visit the revered Koneswaram Temple and Fort Frederick, and unwind by the calm shores of Nilaveli.
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TrincomaleeNilaveli beach is further north, bigger, calmer and totally unspoilt by the onslaught of tourism. When you’ve covered all places to visit in Trincomalee map, head to these beautiful beaches to steal some relaxing moments. The Kanniya Hot Springs is a site with hot wells located in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. There are seven wells in a square shape. Wells are only 3–4 feet deep and you can clearly see the bottom.
Trincomalee to AnuradhapuraDambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site(1991) in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. It is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains.There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over 5 caves, which contain statues and paintings.
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The fine print
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What's Included
- Transportation in a A/C Vehicle
- English speaking guide for the entire tour
- All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges
- Mineral Water Bottle
What's Not Included
- Entrance Fees
- Any tours to cities not mentioned above
- Any other services not mentioned above
Know before you go
- PASSPORT REQUIRED
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
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