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Polonnaruwa Tours & Trips

44 Polonnaruwa trips. Tours from 19 tour companies. 303 reviews.

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Active Sri Lanka

By Explore!

premier

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Kelani River, Matale, Minneriya National Park, Negombo, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

Get active in Sri Lanka as you hike, bike and paddle your way around this beautiful island
Search for leopard, elephant and birdlife on jeep safaris in National Parks
Relax at the end on Hikkaduwa's pristine beaches

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This was our first time using Explore. We have used other companies before and so this was our 'tester'. 1) Group size is one of our first considerations as it makes a huge difference as to how well people on the group bond with each other. This was the perfect group size. 2) The booking process was easy and we found it easy to talk to an Explore rep when making the booking which included flights and extra nights. 3) We loved the Explore app and having the daily itinerary on our phones. 4) The itinerary itself was well planned and covered a lot of areas. 5) Finally, the tour guide was as good as any we've experienced and help make the trip very enjoyable and memorable."

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$3,469

14 days From$2,940

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Best of Sri Lanka

By Intrepid Travel

premier

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Anuradhapura, Colombo, Dambulla, Kandy, Mirissa, Negombo, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Sigiriya

Highlights

Ride around the ancient ruins of Anuradhapura on a bike tour, cycling through the jungle to see the dagobas, palaces and pools of a city abandoned over 1000 years ago.
Climb the rock fortress of UNESCO-listed Sigiriya to the ancient ruins that lie atop the 200-m-high summit and get panoramic views over the surrounding wilderness.
Explore the divine city of Kandy, mingling with pilgrims at the Temple of the Tooth, touring a tea factory, and taking in the views of this lush lakefront town.
Fall in love with Sri Lankan food and get to know locals during experiences like lunching with a Tamil tea worker and a home-cooking demonstration.
Unwind on the sandy beaches of Mirissa, where the waters are clear and warm, and monkeys play in the swaying palms that line the shores.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I went on the Intrepid 15 day "Best of Morocco" tour in 2025 and had such an amazing time that I wasn't ready to leave by the time the trip finished! It exceeded my expectations in so many ways: value for money, itinerary, a lot of included activities balanced with lots of rest stops on longer travel days, very caring & attentive local guides, and lots of optional activities. As a company, Intrepid was very easy to communicate with before the trip started (I had sent a few questions about optional activities). The website is also easy to navigate and simple for updating travel & health information. If you are considering doing a tour with Intrepid - make sure you read the Essential Trip Information they have on each tour page. It describes everything in detail so you'll know what to expect. While I LOVED my tour, I can see some people signing up for this without reading the description and then being surprised at some of the 2 star hotels (in this case it was the "Original" tour style). Overall, I am impressed at how this tour managed to simultaneously get us closer to Moroccan culture AND feel like an adventure AND feel like a vacation from day-to-day life back home. I would travel with Intrepid again."

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$3,557

15 days From$2,635

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Sri Lanka: See & Experience it ALL in 10 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

By Charlie The Traveler

Local Expert

Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

Travelers report that traveling with CharlieTheTraveler is a life-changing experience, in the best possible way.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Jeep Safaris: Elephants, Leopards, Aquatic Birds & More
Reaching Adam’s Peak at Dawn, a Hiker’s Fantasy
Hiking the Ancient Mountain of Sigiriya
Exploring Abandoned Cities/Archeological Sites by Bike
Cave Temples & Other Exotic-Looking Spiritual Sites

Themes

Birding, Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Trekking & Expeditions, Safari, Photography, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Thank you for reaching out! This trip was absolutely phenomenal—truly the best 10 days of my life. I’m incredibly grateful for everything you arranged. Cindy, in particular, took such good care of me. It felt like she was supporting me around the clock, and I really appreciate her dedication. I’m already eager to recommend your services to my friends and colleagues. On top of that, I realized how much I love the South Island—I’m hoping to visit Queenstown and Mount Cook National Park next, perhaps while participating in some business-related community events. I’d be thrilled if your company could help me plan that trip as well. Thank you again for everything. I look forward to traveling with you in the future!"

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$2,079

10 days From$1,679

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Sri Lanka Historical Tour

By Odynovo

premier

Private Guided

Why we love them

They create handcrafted custom trip plans 70+ countries worldwide, giving you a personalized and unique travel experience.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Explore the local fish market in Negombo
Admire the UNESCO-listed sites of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya
Walk around the remnants of Lion Rock and learn about Sri Lanka's past
Step into the magnificent Dambulla Cave Temple

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"Found company on the internet and we were a bit nervous. Alick Peng put a 12 day tour together for us, our dates didn't fit in with a full guided tour, and it was magnificent. We enjoyed every day, hotels, food and especially the guides, Ayumi especially. The itinerary was first class and we even managed to travel between towns on our own. Tickets, routes, and guidelines were clear and easy to follow. The only time we got lost was trying to get out of Tokyo station. Once again, thanks."

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8 days From$2,059

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Sri Lanka & Maldives in 13 days - Pearls of the Indian Ocean - LUXURY

By Exoticca

preferred

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Dambulla, Kandy, Minneriya National Park, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

Malé
Colombo
Kandy
Negombo
Nuwara Eliya

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Great trip. A little more free time would be nice."

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13 days From$5,799

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Upgraded - Discover Sri Lanka

By Explore!

premier

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bentota, Colombo, Dambulla, Horton Plains National Park, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

Discover beautiful Sri Lanka on a journey through fascinating cultural highlights
4WD Yala National Park jeep safari in search of leopard, elephant and birdlife
Stay in our Upgraded Range of hand-picked Premium hotels along the way

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, National Parks

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$4,711

13 days From$3,660

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Premium Sri Lanka in Depth

By Intrepid Travel

premier

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Anuradhapura, Colombo, Dambulla, Ella, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Sigiriya, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

Learn about Sri Lanka’s past first-hand during your Feature Stay at the gorgeous Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya – first established in 1891, this historic hotel has a modern outlook on sustainable practices.
Discover the breadth of Sri Lanka’s food scene during Exclusive Experiences, including a cooking class in Galle, a tea plantation tour, a high tea in Nuwara Eliya and a barbecue dinner in Dambulla.
Search for crocodiles, elephants, monkeys and the ever-elusive leopards under the cover of darkness on an evening safari through the wild grasslands of Yala National Park.
Uncover ancient treasures in Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle as you explore the temples, ruins and stupas of Sigiriya, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy with the expert guidance of your local leader.
Enjoy Exclusive Experiences in Kandy – dine at the Hela Bojun restaurant, which is focused on empowering and employing local women, and enjoy a private cultural dance performance.

Themes

High Adventure

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$5,422

14 days From$4,016

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Sri Lanka

By Travel for All

preferred

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

Their accessibility specialists have traveled with their own disabilities so they have a deep understanding of how to accommodate different needs.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Visit Colombo
Explore the great treasures of the island.
Eplore the great archeological site of Polonnaruwa
Visit Matale, spices gardens with pepper, cardamom, chilly etc.
Visit Yala National Park

Themes

Cultural, Culinary & Wine, Family Friendly, Accessible & Limited Mobility

What travelers are saying

"I recently booked a trip to Mexico with Tarita for my family. I use a wheelchair and have two small children, and Tarita was a wealth of knowledge about which resorts would be both accessible AND kid friendly, which was awesome. Access was at the top of her list and she handled all the details. Really happy that I found her!"

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$4,095

13 days From$3,329

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Rhona and Tim

Mar 2025

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Active Sri Lanka

Another fantastic Explore holiday. The main features for us were a very diverse itinerary including wildlife, on-water activities, walking, culture and the delightf...

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Susan

Feb 2025

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Active Sri Lanka

Active Sri Lanka included a really interesting mix of activities. I particularly enjoyed being out in the beautiful countryside, meeting rural people and seeing lo...

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Paul

Feb 2025

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Active Sri Lanka

We had an excellent leader in Sujth and a great group overall. The itinerary was full-on although we had enough time to relax and fully appreciate the very varied ac...

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Philip

Dec 2024

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Active Sri Lanka

As it says on the tin, this is an active tour. Loads of action packed into it and you're left feeling you have experienced much of what Sri Lanka has to offer in a s...

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