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Polonnaruwa to Trincomalee

106 km ~2h 39m by car

Travel from Polonnaruwa to Trincomalee with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. A well-preserved ancient royal capital with impressive ruins, sculpted rock faces, and sacred dagobas. A stunning natural harbour on the east coast with pristine beaches, hot springs, and sacred Hindu temples. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

106 km

Estimated Travel Time

~2h 39m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

Things to Do in Polonnaruwa

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Cycling Tour of Polonnaruwa Ruins
Adventure

Cycling Tour of Polonnaruwa Ruins

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Explore the sprawling ancient ruins at your own pace by bicycle — the best way to cover the site.

Gal Vihara Rock Sculptures
Cultural

Gal Vihara Rock Sculptures

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Marvel at four magnificent Buddha figures carved directly into a single granite face — a masterpiece of ancient art.

Minneriya National Park Safari
Nature

Minneriya National Park Safari

Polonnaruwa3hTicket $40

Witness the famous "Gathering" — hundreds of wild Asian elephants congregating around Minneriya Tank.

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour
Cultural

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour

Polonnaruwa4hTicket $25

A guided tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval capital — palaces, stupas, and sacred ponds spanning 1,000 years of history.

Things to Do in Trincomalee

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Kanniya Hot Springs
Nature

Kanniya Hot Springs

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Visit seven ancient wells with naturally warm water at different temperatures — a unique geological curiosity.

Koneswaram Temple Visit
Religious

Koneswaram Temple Visit

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A sacred Hindu temple perched on Swami Rock cliff, offering dramatic views over Trincomalee's natural harbour.

Nilaveli Beach Day
Leisure

Nilaveli Beach Day

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Relax on one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful and uncrowded white-sand beaches on the east coast.

Pigeon Island Snorkeling
Adventure

Pigeon Island Snorkeling

Trincomalee3hTicket $25

Sri Lanka's best snorkeling — crystal-clear waters with blacktip reef sharks, stingrays, and abundant coral.

Whale Watching (Blue & Sperm Whales)
Nature

Whale Watching (Blue & Sperm Whales)

Trincomalee4hTicket $40

One of the world's best locations for blue and sperm whale sightings, just off the Trincomalee coast.

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