Anuradhapura & Mihintale
Anuradhapura was the ancient capital of Sri Lanka. Now the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Anuradhapura was the cradle of glorious Sinhalese Buddhist civilization.The city also has palaces, monasteries and monuments (all in ruins) that are fascinating to visit.
Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura which is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk “Mahinda” and King “Devanampiyatissa” which inaugurated the presence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. It is now a pilgrimage site, and the site of several religious monuments and abandoned structures.
Tour Details & Pricing
| DEPARTURE TIME | Around 8:00 AM from Kalpitiya hotel |
| DEPARTURE LOCATIONS | Hotels around Kalpitiya / Alankuda / Puttalam / Eluwankulam |
| PEOPLE | 1 to 20 (For groups, Price and vehicle type may differ) |
| COVERING AREAS | Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi (sacred tree) Ruwanweliseya Dagaba Abhayagiri Dagoba Jetawana Dagaba Thuparama Dagaba Isurumuniya Temple Sandakada Pahana (Moonstone) Mirisawetiya Dagaba Kuttam Pokuna (Twin Ponds) Archaeological Museum Royal Palace (ruins) Mihintale Temple & Sunset |
ITINERARY | Leaving after breakfast from Kalpitiya hotel. It will take 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach Anuradhapura by TAXI. You will spend 4 – 5 hours on sightseeing. 30 Minutes break for lunch or snacks. Depend on your interest, Proceed to Mihintale (30 minutes from Anuradhapura). Return to Kalpitiya or drop in any other location depend on your request (charges may differ). This package NOT included entrance tickets, guide and food. |
| PRICE | Private Air Conditioned Taxi with Driver & Fuel. Anuradhapura Tour Only – US$65 Anuradhapura & Mihintale Compete Tour – US$ 80 * Price quoted for up to 3 persons. If more than 3 persons,Price may differ. |
| INFORMATION | Above price NOT Included any entry tickets / food Anuradhapura Ticket- US$25 per Person Anuradhapura (Isurumuniya) Ticket – LKR 250 per Person Mihintale Temple Ticket – LKR 1000 Lunch – village buffet US$5/Person OR hotel buffet $10/person |