This full-day tour takes you into the ancient heart of Sri Lanka, exploring the sacred city of Anuradhapura, one of the oldest cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site of grandeur. The day begins with a scenic drive from Colombo or Negombo, and on arrival, your expert guide will lead you through the key monuments of the ancient city, including the Sri Maha Bodhi sacred fig tree (the oldest historically documented tree on earth), the towering white dome of Ruwanweliseya Dagoba, the vast Jetavanaramaya stupa and the royal palace complex of Vijayabahu. The tour is ideally conducted by bicycle through the parkland precincts of the ancient city, giving the exploration a pleasantly unhurried rhythm that allows you to absorb the spiritual atmosphere of the site.