Visit Sri Lanka
6 daysCulture & Heritage active pace

Cultural Triangle & Kings' Route

Step Back in Time

Cultural Triangle
Ancient Cultural Triangle temples and kings’ route heritage of Sri Lanka

Tour overview

Six days exploring Sri Lanka's ancient capitals, sacred sites, and iconic rock fortresses.

Ideal for first-time visitors who want depth in history and archaeology.

Highlights

  • Sigiriya Rock ascent
  • Polonnaruwa ruins
  • Sacred city of Anuradhapura

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day
    1

    Sigiriya Ascent

    Climb the Lion Rock at sunrise.

    Meals: DinnerOvernight: Sigiriya
  2. Day
    2

    Polonnaruwa

    Cycle through medieval capital ruins.

    Meals: Breakfast, DinnerOvernight: Sigiriya
  3. Day
    3

    Dambulla Caves

    Cave temple and village visit.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: Sigiriya
  4. Day
    4

    Anuradhapura

    Sacred bodhi tree and ancient stupas.

    Meals: Breakfast, DinnerOvernight: Anuradhapura
  5. Day
    5

    Mihintale

    Optional pilgrimage peak at dawn.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: Anuradhapura
  6. Day
    6

    Departure

    Transfer to airport or onward route.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: Departure

What's included

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • Private chauffeur-guide
  • Site entry fees listed

Not included

  • Flights
  • Visas
  • Optional tips

Pricing options

Classic Double

$1,800

per person

Sigiriya Rock Fortress rising above jungle mist at dawn
Polonnaruwa Vatadage stone ruins in soft morning light

Route overview

Frequently asked questions

Is cycling in Polonnaruwa suitable for all ages?

Routes can be shortened; e-bikes available on request.

Getting around

Add airport transfers to your tour

Start and end your journey stress-free with a fixed-price private transfer — or add a driver-guide for the whole trip.

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Pickup

Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)

Drop-off

Galle

2h 15m 150 km3 vehicles
From

$85

Book transfer
Pickup

Colombo

Drop-off

Kandy

3h 00m 115 km3 vehicles
From

$80

Book transfer

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