Day Excursion To Ancient City Polonnaruwa From Negombo
Day Excursion To Ancient City Polonnaruwa From Negombo
By Apple Vacations Sri Lanka
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To reach the historic city of Polonnaruwa, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, by early morning, you will be driven there in an air-conditioned vehicle. You will discover why Polonnaruwa is one of the most stunning old cities and why it has so much to offer archaeologists, history buffs, and people who just want to learn more about Sri Lanka. Learn more about Sri Lankan culture and life style. While on tour, make sure to sample some of the delicious Sri Lankan cuisine; we have a unique palate. Take a break, enjoy some seasonal fruits, and revitalize yourself. Rest as much as you need to, and our experts will take you directly where you need to go. After a memorable day, you'll return to your lodging. After a memorable day, you'll return to your accommodations.
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Ages 0-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 12–14 hours
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Live guide: Arabic, English
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Written guide: German, Italian, French, Spanish
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- Pickup & Drop Service By Air conditioned vehicle
- Professional & English speaking Expert Driver
- Multi Language Specialist guide at Polonnaruwa
- Seasonal Fruits
- Free Wifi Onboard upon request
- Bottled water
What's not included- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Local Srilankan Guide
- Entrance tickets to Sights
- Entry/Admission - Polonnaruwa
- Entry/Admission - Dagoba of Thuparama
- Entry/Admission - Polonnaruwa
- Entry/Admission - Polonnaruwa
- Entry/Admission - Dalada Maluwa
- Entry/Admission - Polonnaruwa Vatadage
- Entry/Admission - Rankoth Vehera
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- • Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance • Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 68395P98- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour.
- All visitors to Buddhist and Hindu temples are expected to remove footwear and hats. Also shoulders and knees should be covered
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 68395P98
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- A7235PGmarkh0 contributionsExcellent trip from ColomboThis is an excellent trip if you are based in Colombo and aren’t planning to stay in Kandy. This was exactly what I was looking for as a quick introduction to the culture triangle with my limited time. It is a long day but you see a lot. The guide and drive were excellent not only in knowledge, and making sure we had everything we needed. But also driving respectful and safely. It was a busy day at the Cave temple, Sigiriya and the additional safari due to it being a national holiday. So check that and I would recommend any other day. If it wasn’t for our tour guide setting us up with a local Sigiriya guide at the site. I think I would still be in line trying to climb, due to the amount of people. I highly recommend this tourWritten February 4, 2025
- ninadP2954NA0 contributionsLong day but oh so worth it!I had the best experience on this day trip. Rajid and Bala were an amazing team. Rajid gave a lot of history and insights to the places we visited. Bala is an excellent driver and I felt very safe with him. As a solo traveler, I can wholeheartedly recommend this trip.Written February 2, 2025
- michellellim0 contributionsExcellent Tour and very responsive teamI was recommended Apple vacations by my Sri Lankan friend. It did not disappoint. This was my second time visiting Sri Lanka and they able to customise the tour to my preferences, and this return trip was even more outstanding than my first visit. Apple vacations recommended new activities for me to do since it was my second visit, and responded very quickly to my queries and requests. When I encountered minor issues during the trip, and raised this to the company, they were addressed quickly and effectively. Our guide/driver Krish was very helpful throughout the trip and we managed to buy all the souvenirs we wanted to get. He also found out that I enjoyed massages and would make it a point to stop by a massage place, and even wait for us to complete the massage before returning to the hotel. He also recommended us which food stalls to go to, and they were excellent choices. The food was clean and neither of us came down with any stomach ailments. He is very experienced - and gave some good advise to us during the tour - ie when we were walking down to the 9 arches bridge, he suggested we take a Tuktuk as the path was narrow and steep. The tour package was thoughtfully planned, and they worked around our very odd flight times - which was a touch down at 12 midnight and a departure at about 1am. We particularly enjoyed being able to view the elephants bathing in the river from our hotel, visiting an elephant sanctuary where elephants were humanely treated, the turtle hatchery, and strolling around nurawa eliya and Ella. We had some rainy weather, our guide Krish shuffled our itinerary so that we could maximise our outdoor activities when it was not raining. Since it was a private tour package, we did not have to crowd or squeeze into the boats for the river cruise or safari jeep, and could take things at our own pace and spend it on the activities which we enjoyed. I also enjoyed the fact that quite a few of the activities planned involved the local villagers in the area and thus generating employment for them, whilst encouraging them to keep their traditional customs and practices. The hotels recommended were clean comfortable and luxurious and the half board package made it very convenient for us. Overall would 100% recommend Apple vacations. We both had a great and relaxing holiday and could do this as the logistics of the travel planning was all taken care of by Apple vacations.Written February 1, 2025
- 553ddf0 contributionsUnforgettable Escape with Apple VacationAfter a meeting-filled weekend, I treated myself to an unplanned escape in Colombo. I joined a day trip with Apple Vacation, though a missed alarm made for a late start. Thankfully, the host’s thoughtful solution ensured I made this adventure in 1st day of Lunar new year🧧🙏 Despite the hiccup, the warmth and care of the group made my day. Climbing the 1,600-year-old Lion Rock and wandering through a quiet village, disconnected from the world, felt like stepping into a timeless moment...🦁🦚🦢🌴 Special thanks to the host and Chathu for their kindness—looking forward to another journey with Apple Vacation!✨️❣️ Best regards, FiWritten January 31, 2025
- M7805KWvickis0 contributionsA memorable day in Colombo.We had a wonderful day with Naveen and his driver exploring many sites in Colombo. Naveen was very knowledgeable about the different places we visited and welcomed and answered our many questions. We were able to take our time at each site which gave us the opportunity to really appreciate what we were experiencing. Our tour ended with us enjoying a very tasty traditional Sri Lankan lunch. Many thanks to them both for a memorable day. We would highly recommend this tour .Written January 30, 2025
- peterlF2371EG0 contributionsAdam’s PeakAmazing experience climbing the Adam’s Peak. The tour guide took care of me a lot. Well organized and lots of sightseeing points.Written January 28, 2025
- laxl20250 contributionsAttentiveness and caringDear Cathu, I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the wonderful tour you provided. Your assistance throughout the trip was invaluable, and I especially commend your attentiveness and care towards my mother. Your willingness to go the extra mile to ensure her comfort and safety did not go unnoticed. I would wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone planning a trip to Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Your expertise and dedication truly made our experience unforgettable. Thank you once again for everything. Sincerely, LaxWritten January 28, 2025
- Denuwan A0 contributionsIndi you bestHad a good time in sri lanka with Indika and danu traport is really good allow us to choose what want no fixed itinerary we both customize each day once start. We had bad experience in our kandy hotel monkey took our bag from room when you stay in heritage kandy always close the door window . Apple vacations even help us to get the money for expenses we transfer to there bank account its really great help🇱🇰🙏🙏Written January 28, 2025
- Durka D0 contributionsGood short trip thanks RajWe booked this trip for us 500 but it was really worth it for 3 Days guide raj was a super travel companion who was available from the start till the end The mini van was new and comfortable to travel such long journeys. We have almost covered Major highlights of Sri Lanka from sigiriya to even special request we saw the Galle dutch fort hotel choice are good for overnight and food decent too Nice way to experience the trip we traveled with a small group everyone had their own time and flexibility it made new friendsWritten January 28, 2025
- surencll0 contributionsHighly Recommended for a Hassle-Free Sri Lanka Trip!I had an amazing experience with Apple Vacations during my trip to Sri Lanka. The company ensured we stayed in a well-maintained and comfortable hotel and the transportation provided was top-notch—clean, reliable, and well-maintained vehicles. Communication was seamless, with the team always accessible via WhatsApp and responding very quickly. Overall, I highly recommend Apple Vacations for anyone looking for a hassle-free and enjoyable trip to Sri Lanka !Written January 28, 2025
- ShezR0 contributionsTransfer Services at it's best!Absolutely professional service , comfortable vehicles, really pleasant drivers ! and unbeatable service. We not only use the services for our airport transfers but for a majority of our travels around Sri Lanka. We will definitely book with them again! Thank youWritten January 27, 2025
- hoyin0 contributionsA few considerations before taking this tourJoined private tour 4 days and 3 nights, starting from Columbo . I am still in the middle of the trip on day 3 , and couldn’t help writing this review to warn fellow travellers before taking this trip: 1. Our driver is very bossy and insist to stop by a lot of “gardens and spots “ , tea ; spice ; gems, wood craft, they are all obviously over charge tourists . And those shop are of low quality and he insisted to stop even when we already expressed we did t want to visit . At one spot , he left us in the car to stay in nowhere for 20 mins. 2. Our driver arrive late ,and drop off very early , the pick up started at 8:30 and arrived back to hotel at 4 pm. Within a day a 4 -5 hour is spend on the road . How come we can complete the day so early ? Cause he rushed through all the places , and we are ill treated , like having lunch at 2:30 pm..:no washroom stopover ( except for himself ) 3. Bad itinerary, for UNESCO site , like the Buddha tooth temple : our driver suggested us to take a look outside and not worth going in . When we want to get I , so he asked us to come back within 30 mins ( given the site area , which is impossible ) . Then he drove to the gem place and push us in for 20 mins … On our way to sigiriya , our driver now requested us to finish the lions paw staircase before breakfast , which means we need to finish the whole site in less than half and hour . Which there are over 1200 stairs just in one way. When we told them we prefer going up the stairs and skip the breakfast, our driver seems so bothered . 4. The hotel offered (visited one in Kandy) was not clean and very noisy (buses , car horning and whole trees or bird screening till 10pm) our lodging place is very ill communicated . It is like we are being drove off wherever the driver wants . 5. I am a vegetarian, but being brought to grill house ( which charged 3x compared to city centre ) without vegetable options ( except french fries ) 🍟. But considering Sri Lanka Buddhist and Hindu community is very common , I am not sure why this is the only place when I already told the driver that I am vegetarian on day 1 6. Safety on the road is also a concern , his driving manner will be classified as dangerous driving in my hometown , as he overhearing slots , with very sharp brake , and back tailing the motorcycles trying to push the them aside so he can have his way. The only good thing about this trip we comfort among ourselves is the car is clean and with air con .Written January 27, 2025
- 849chandimaj0 contributionsHighly recommend Apple Vacations !Apple Vacations managed our family tour in Sri Lanka with extra attention! Thank you for that ❤ Ranga (our driver and the guide) given us a wonderful experience and guidance !! Our whole family had the best experience that was memorable!! We highly recommend your service and will definitely recommend for our friends. Keep up the good work ! Will meet you on the next trip to Sri Lanka !! - ChandiWritten January 24, 2025
- blondiebomshell0 contributionsExcellent trip out with lots to spot!This was such a joy (it even rained half way through and we still loved it)! We saw birds including herons, pelicans and cormorants, we stopped in shallow waters and got to walk around, were provided with a buffet of fruit, we saw lots of monkeys that climbed onto the boat, one even had a little baby clinging to its stomach which was adorable and our driver also spotted a monitor lizard on a tree branch. Anytime we were taking pictures our driver would slow right down to make sure we got our shot. Also worth adding that our driver picked us up from our hotel in a tuktuk and dropped us back off which was super handy. Excellent trip out, we had a great time.Written January 22, 2025
- tanushrid20250 contributionsDisappointed ???The tour itself focusing on business, this was not wat we expect but it will help others to avoid booking this tour. It was a group tour and different guides they were taking us for a spice garden which we never want to go, so it was annoying and totally dissapointed.Written January 17, 2025
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