Anuradhapura to Trincomalee
Travel from Anuradhapura to Trincomalee 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. 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
132 km
Estimated Travel Time
~3h 18m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
Things to Do in Anuradhapura
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Anuradhapura Archaeological Tour
A comprehensive guided tour of the sacred city's UNESCO-listed stupas, palaces, and ancient water tanks.
Mihintale Rock Monastery
Climb the ancient stone stairway to the mountaintop where Buddhism was first introduced to Sri Lanka in 247 BC.
Ruwanwelisaya Stupa
Circumambulate the great white dagoba — a sacred monument standing 103 m tall and dating back to 140 BC.
Sri Maha Bodhi Sacred Tree
Visit the world's oldest recorded tree — a cutting from the original Bodhi Tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment.
Things to Do in Trincomalee
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Kanniya Hot Springs
Visit seven ancient wells with naturally warm water at different temperatures — a unique geological curiosity.
Koneswaram Temple Visit
A sacred Hindu temple perched on Swami Rock cliff, offering dramatic views over Trincomalee's natural harbour.
Nilaveli Beach Day
Relax on one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful and uncrowded white-sand beaches on the east coast.
Pigeon Island Snorkeling
Sri Lanka's best snorkeling — crystal-clear waters with blacktip reef sharks, stingrays, and abundant coral.
Whale Watching (Blue & Sperm Whales)
One of the world's best locations for blue and sperm whale sightings, just off the Trincomalee coast.