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Learn Polonnaruwa Secrets with a Local
Unveil Polonnaruwa's Secrets with Nihal - Explore UNESCO Sinhala Kingdom with the best local guide.
DURATION
Booking type
Private trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 10 guests
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Discover Polonnaruwa's ancient secrets 🇱🇰
This experience offers a half-day private tour of Polonnaruwa with an amazing local guide, Nihal. Nihal is a certified professional guide and a Polonnaruwa local who is passionate about sharing the history of the ancient Sri Lankan kingdom with his guests. He takes visitors to the must-sees of Polonnaruwa, including the royal palace, the Buddhist university complex, and Gal Vihara, as well as hidden gems. Nihal's ability to bring the ruins alive with his stories sets him apart as the best guide in Polonnaruwa. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those who want an authentic local experience in Polonnaruwa.What to ExpectEntrance TicketsBikes or tuk tuk (if required!)WaterSnacksProfessional GuidePick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Polonnaruwa
What’s Included
Entrance Tickets
Bikes or tuk tuk (if required!)*
Water
Snacks
Professional Guide
Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Polonnaruwa**
<small>*If you require a car to get around Polonnaruwa, we can also arrange this for an additional charge of US $40
**If you would like to do this trip as a day trip from Kandy, we can also arrange this for an additional charge of US $60
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Next Available Dates
Prices shown in USD
Select Time for 03 May 2025
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Where we'll meet
Start Point
Free pick-up from Anywhere in Polonnaruwa(Your hotel in Polonnaruwa)
- Start time is flexible. Do let us know which time you prefer
- Notes: Pick-up and drop-off timings are flexible, though we would recommend 7am for morning starts, and 3pm for afternoon starts, when the weather is cooler.
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & ends
You can choose any start time. Just let your host know after booking.
Suitability / Accessibility
- Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationTo secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.
What to Pack
- Clothing that cover your knees and shoulders (as some of the ruins of the Ancient City are sacred)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
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Meet your host
Nihal is a certified professional guide. We tried out lots of guides in Polonnaruwa, and Nihal was the best guide that we met! Nihal is a wonderful guide, and his stories about the ancient city make the ruins speak volumes. He is proud to call Polonnaruwa his hometown, and loves to share the history of this ancient Sri Lankan kingdom with his guests.
Speaks: Fluent English
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