Sri Lanka · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Sigiriya Rock Fortress All Inclusive Day Tour From Polonnaruwa

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Polonnaruwa. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress
02 Explore the Sigiriya Museum
03 Enjoy private transportation from Polonnaruwa
04 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board
05 See traditional craftsmanship at Oak Ray Woodcarving
06 Discover gemstones at Premadasas Gems and Jewellery
07 Learn about Ayurvedic herbs at Rawana Spice & Herbal Garden
08 Entry tickets and bottled water included

Discover one of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated archaeological treasures on this all-inclusive day tour from Polonnaruwa to Sigiriya. Visit the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its dramatic rock citadel, ancient history, landscaped gardens, and sweeping views from the summit.

Your experience also includes the Sigiriya Museum for added historical context, along with visits to Oak Ray Woodcarving, Premadasas Gems and Jewellery, and Rawana Spice & Herbal Garden. With private transport, entry tickets, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle included, this tour offers a comfortable and enriching way to explore the cultural highlights of the region.

Visit the legendary Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its dramatic rock citadel, ancient history, landscaped gardens, and sweeping views from the summit.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres high.

Sigiriya Museum

A visit to the new Sigiriya museum, one of its kind in Sri Lanka, is interesting, inspiring and intellectual.

Oak Ray Woodcarving

Discover the artistry of traditional Sri Lankan wood carving at Oak Ray Wood Carving Center. Skilled artisans craft intricate statues, masks, furniture, and sculptures using teak, mahogany, and ebony, preserving centuries-old craftsmanship

Premadasas Gems and Jewellery

Explore the dazzling world of Sri Lankan gemstones at Premadasa Gems & Jewellers. Renowned for its exquisite collection of sapphires, diamonds, and pearls, this gem house offers high-quality jewelry, a gemological museum, and insights into the mining process.

Rawana Spice & Herbal Garden

Discover Ayurvedic herbs and spices used in traditional healing and wellness.

The route