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Anuradhapura to Sigiriya

78 km ~1h 57m by car

Travel from Anuradhapura to Sigiriya with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. Sri Lanka's first ancient capital, home to the sacred Bodhi Tree, colossal stupas, and millennia of history. Home to the iconic 5th-century rock fortress rising 200 m above the jungle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

78 km

Estimated Travel Time

~1h 57m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

Things to Do in Anuradhapura

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Anuradhapura Archaeological Tour
Cultural

Anuradhapura Archaeological Tour

Anuradhapura4hTicket $20

A comprehensive guided tour of the sacred city's UNESCO-listed stupas, palaces, and ancient water tanks.

Mihintale Rock Monastery
Religious

Mihintale Rock Monastery

Anuradhapura2hTicket $5

Climb the ancient stone stairway to the mountaintop where Buddhism was first introduced to Sri Lanka in 247 BC.

Ruwanwelisaya Stupa
Religious

Ruwanwelisaya Stupa

Anuradhapura1.5h

Circumambulate the great white dagoba — a sacred monument standing 103 m tall and dating back to 140 BC.

Sri Maha Bodhi Sacred Tree
Religious

Sri Maha Bodhi Sacred Tree

Anuradhapura1hTicket $5

Visit the world's oldest recorded tree — a cutting from the original Bodhi Tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment.

Things to Do in Sigiriya

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Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sightseeing

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya3hTicket $30

Ascend the 5th-century citadel past ancient frescoes and the famous mirror wall to panoramic summit views.

Elephant Back Safari
Nature

Elephant Back Safari

Sigiriya1hTicket $30

A gentle ride through the forest on a rescued elephant — an unforgettable cultural experience.

Pidurangala Rock Hike
Adventure

Pidurangala Rock Hike

Sigiriya2hTicket $5

Hike the nearby Pidurangala Rock for the best view of Sigiriya Lion Rock — a favourite at sunrise.

Sigiriya Village Cycling Tour
Cultural

Sigiriya Village Cycling Tour

Sigiriya2.5hTicket $20

Cycle through rural Sri Lankan villages, paddy fields, and jungle paths with a local guide.

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