Ancient Kingdoms Trail from Negombo

• 🏰 Dambadeniya Kingdom – Ruins of a 13th-century royal capital
• ⛪ Panduwasnuwara – Echoes of early Buddhist heritage and palace ruins
• ♜ Yapahuwa Rock Fortress – A dramatic citadel perched high on a granite outcrop
• 🚐 From Negombo to the Heartland – A full-day journey through history and landscape
• ✨ For the Seeker of Stories – Ideal for history lovers and off-the-beaten-path explorers

What’s Included

• Transport throughout the tour in a private air-conditioned vehicle
• Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide
• Hotel pickup & drop-off from your hotel in Negombo
• Entrance to: Yapahuwa Rock Fortress when " + Tickets" is selected
• Bottled water per person

What’s Not Included

• Entrance Tickets when "Transport Only" is selected
• Entrance fees not listed above
• Meals and beverages (lunch is not included)
• Tips and gratuities

Meeting Point

• Pickup Time: 06:00 am
• Pickup Location: Your hotel in Negombo
• Drop-off: Return to your hotel in Negombo (evening)

Tour Overview

Step back into Sri Lanka’s medieval past on this full-day exploration of three ancient kingdoms. From the royal citadel of Dambadeniya to the ruins of Panduwasnuwara, and finally the majestic climb of Yapahuwa Rock Fortress, the day reveals stories of kings, battles, and sacred relics. Starting in Negombo at dawn, this cultural trail blends discovery with scenic travel across the island’s historic heartland.

Itinerary

Your chauffeur guide will pick you up from your Negombo hotel at 06:00 am. The day unfolds as follows:

• Dambadeniya Kingdom – Arrive after a ~3-hour drive. Explore for around 2 hours, uncovering palace ruins and hilltop views.
• Panduwasnuwara Kingdom – Travel ~1 hour to reach this ancient capital. Spend ~1 hour exploring its monasteries and royal remains.
• Yapahuwa Rock Fortress – A ~1–1.5 hour drive brings you to this striking rock citadel. Climb and explore for about 2 hours.

After exploring Yapahuwa, begin your return journey to Negombo, arriving by evening. Expect a day filled with history, architecture, and panoramic landscapes.