Embark on a private day tour to explore the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura and visit the iconic Avukana Buddha Statue. Discover the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site with a licensed guide and enjoy a delicious lunch. Book now with Sigiritrip Tours!
Embark on a private day tour to explore the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura and visit the iconic Avukana Buddha Statue. Discover the rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site with a licensed guide and enjoy a delicious lunch. Book now with Sigiritrip Tours!
- Jethawanaramaya Stupa - The Jetavanarama stupa is a Buddhist reliquary monument located in the ruins of Jetavana monastery in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Standing at 122 meters (400 ft), it was once the tallest stupa in the world and the third tallest structure globally.
- Isurumuniya Temple - Isurumuniya is a…
- Jethawanaramaya Stupa - The Jetavanarama stupa is a Buddhist reliquary monument located in the ruins of Jetavana monastery in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Standing at 122 meters (400 ft), it was once the tallest stupa in the world and the third tallest structure globally.
- Isurumuniya Temple - Isurumuniya is a Buddhist temple located near Tissa Lake in the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is renowned for its special carvings, including the famous Isurumuniya Lovers, Elephant Pond, and The Royal Family.
- Moonstone or Sandakada Pahana - Sandakada Pahana, also known as Moonstone, is a distinctive feature of ancient Sri Lankan architecture. It is an intricately carved semi-circular stone slab, typically placed at the base of staircases and entrances, first appearing in the latter stage of the Anuradhapura Kingdom period.
- Vessagiriya Ruins - Vessagiriya, or Issarasamanarama, is an ancient Buddhist forest monastery that forms part of the ruins of Anuradhapura, one of Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals. It is situated about half a mile south of Isurumuniya, amidst boulders.
- Mirisaveti Stupa - The Mirisaweti Stupa is a memorial stupa located in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. King Dutugamunu constructed it after defeating King Elara. After placing the Buddha’s relics in the scepter, he went to Tissa Wewa for a bath, leaving the scepter behind. Upon returning, it is said the scepter could not be moved, so the stupa was built where it stood. It is also said that he remembered eating a chili curry without offering it to the Sangha, and to atone, he built the Mirisavetiya Dagaba.
- Lankarama Stupa - Lankarama is a stupa built by King Valagamba in an ancient site at Galhebakada in the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The original form of the stupa is unknown, and it was later renovated. The ruins indicate rows of stone pillars, suggesting a structure once encircled the stupa.
- Lovamahapaya - Lovamahapaya is a building located between Ruwanweliseya and Sri Mahabodiya in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasadaya due to its bronze-tiled roof.
- Abayagiriya Stupa - Abhayagiri Vihāra was a significant monastery site for Mahayana, Theravada, and Vajrayana Buddhism, located in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.
- Vessagiri - Vessagiriya, or Issarasamanarama, is an ancient Buddhist forest monastery that is part of the ruins of Anuradhapura, one of Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals. It is located about half a mile south of Isurumuniya, among boulders.
- Main Refectory Of Abayagiri Monastery - Abhayagiri Vihāra was a major monastery site for Mahayana, Theravada, and Vajrayana Buddhism, situated in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.
- Nakha Vehera - Naka Vihara is a dagoba from the late Anuradhapura period, dating between the 7th and 10th centuries, located in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.
- Samadhi Statue - The Samadhi Buddha is a renowned statue located at Mahamevnāwa Park in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. The Buddha is depicted in the Dhyana Mudra position, the meditation posture associated with his first Enlightenment. This statue stands 7 feet 3 inches tall and is carved from dolomite marble.
- Ruwanwelisaya - The Ruwanweli Maha Seya, also known as the Mahathupa, is a stupa in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It enshrines two quarts or one Dona of the Buddha’s relics, making it the largest collection of his relics anywhere.
- Ranmasu Uyana - Ranmasu Uyana is a park in Sri Lanka containing the ancient Magul Uyana. It is located near Isurumuni Vihara and Tissa Wewa in the ancient sacred city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Covering approximately 40 acres, it is a noted example of Sri Lankan garden architecture from the pre-Christian era. An inscription found in Vessagiriya indicates that water was supplied to the park by Tessa Wewa and then released to rice fields around Isurumuni Vihara.
- Avukana Buddha Statue - The Avukana statue is a standing Buddha statue near Kekirawa in North Central Sri Lanka. The statue, over 14 meters tall, depicts the Buddha with a hand raised in reassurance, a variation of the Abhaya mudra.
- Sri Maha Bodhi Temple - Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a historically sacred bo tree (Ficus religiosa) located in the Mahamewuna Garden in the historical city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It is believed to have grown from a cutting of the southern branch of the original sacred bo tree, Sri Maha Bodhi, which was destroyed during Emperor Ashoka the Great’s time at Buddha Gaya in India, under which Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) attained Enlightenment.
- Dagoba of Thuparama - Thuparamaya is the earliest documented Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka, dating back to the arrival of Mahinda Thera (Mahindagamanaya) and the introduction of Buddhism to the island.
- Mihintale - Mihintale is a mountain peak near Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka. It is believed by Sri Lankans to be the site of a meeting between the Buddhist monk Mahinda and King Devanampiyatissa, which marked the beginning of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.
- Anuradhapura - Visitors can explore all the ruins, lakes, stupas, Bodhi trees, and ancient temples with monks located within the ancient Kingdom of Anuradhapura. A professional site guide will provide detailed insights into its archaeological significance and history.

- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bicycle use
- Separate Guide to Explain Everything onsite
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bicycle use
- Separate Guide to Explain Everything onsite
Explore the historical sites of Anuradhapura Ancient City, Mihintale Temple, Aukana Buddha Statue while you are residing in Sigiriya, Dambulla or Habarana, immersing yourself in their fascinating past.
Ensure your safety by signing up for this All Inclusive Guided Day Tour hosted by Sigiritrip Tours, eliminating the risks associated with unverified…
Explore the historical sites of Anuradhapura Ancient City, Mihintale Temple, Aukana Buddha Statue while you are residing in Sigiriya, Dambulla or Habarana, immersing yourself in their fascinating past.
Ensure your safety by signing up for this All Inclusive Guided Day Tour hosted by Sigiritrip Tours, eliminating the risks associated with unverified third-party drivers.
Depend on your Reliable and Hospitable Driver to pick you up promptly from your accommodation and take you on a journey to the aforementioned locations. A savoury lunch will be a part of your tour experience.
Visitors will be accompanied by a Certified Tourist Guide who will provide comprehensive insights into Anuradhapura Ancient Kingdom.
- Tour duration includes travel time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.