Cycling in Anuradhapura Countryside
Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
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100% of guests recommend
Duration
4 Hours
Tour Type
Bicycle
Group Size
16 persons
Location
Anuradhapura
Overview
Cycling in the Anuradhapura countryside is about exploring the glorious first kingdom and the way people live in the Anuradhapura countryside. It is a 3–4-hour cycling tour in the Anuradhapura countryside, and it is in flat terrain. The Anuradhapura countryside cycle tour starts from the top of the Tissa Wewa water tank, and you will cycle along the ruined city, but you will not spend the time exploring the UNESCO ruins. You will visit the countryside and cycle along the greenish paddy fields, ancient irrigation, and the agro system of Sri Lanka. During the cycle tour visit to a local paddy farmer’s house, you will experience the people living a simple lifestyle and cultivation methods. Famer’s house members welcome you with authentic smiles, and you will experience authentic hospitality. You will get Sri Lankan lunch at the farmer’s house, and you will experience a typical lunch at the farmer’s house.
Additional Details
Tour Difficulty Level
Soft Medium Cycling Trail
Health Advice & Age Restrictions
- We do not advise pregnant ladies.
- Recommended age: 10 years and above.
Recommendations
- Smart casual dress
- Good sunscreen and sunglass
- Shawls cover your legs and shoulders during the temple visit.
Tour Highlights
1. Explore the Anuraddhapura first kingdom
2. Explore the agriculture and irrigation system
3. Landscapes and nature
4. Village experience and farmer’s house integration
5. Visit to Wilpattu National Park animal hospital
6. Historical and social folktales of Sri Lanka's history
7. Sri Lankan lunch
Payments and Cancellations
Payment policy
The tour will be confirmed upon the payment.
You may need to check the availability before making the payment.
Cancellation policy
If you are going to cancel the activity before the 24 hours of the operation take place, then we will not apply any cancellation charge.
If the activity is canceled from HotelExpress.lk (our) end because of unexpected weather conditions, it is fully refunded (100%), or you can book an alternative activity instead of the refund.
Included/Excluded
Guide A well experienced cycling guide
Equipment Mountain bikes, helmets
Drinks Unlimited water during cycle tour and refreshment
Food A Sri Lankan lunch
Transport Hotel Pickups and drops available (if your hotel around the Anuradhapura)
Entrance Anuradhapura ruins city visit and entrance free
Itinerary
Starting Point
Starting Point
Front of the hotel
Finishing Point
Finishing Point
Tissa Wewa Water Tank
Starts At
Starts At
The morning cycle tour starts time at 8:30 a.m., and evening cycle tour starts at 3 p.m.
Distance
Distance
20 Km - 25 Km (Based in the Anuradhapura countryside soft and flat terrain)
Duration
Duration
Between 3 and 4 hours
FAQs
Is this Private guided Tour?
Yes! we do not add any traveler with your cycle ride due to the present health and safety issues
What is the best time of the day?
Yes! we do not add any traveler with your cycle ride because of the present health and safety issues
Can we customize the starting time?
Yes! we are flexible enough to customize the starting time comfortable way for you
Can I get break wherever I wanted? Can I bring my own meals?
Yes! That mentioned breaks in the contain to indicates about breaks in between the cycle tour and there is no restriction to take a break or take pictures while you are cycling.
We want to keep you relax and add memories in about Sri Lanka holiday. So, take the pictures as souvenir, explore the nature, landscapes and we are flexible enough always with our valued customers comfortability
Is there any archeological place in Anuradhapura UNESCO historical city included?
No! Anuradhapura Countryside cycle tour based on exploring the beauty of the countryside but you will cycle some archeological site and in between our cycling guide explain and you can do brief visits. We will offer such archeological sites visit as value addition in countryside cycle tour
In Case if I could not ride or stop in between the cycle tour?
If you could not ride due to weather, low light or fitness issue then you can get the support from our back-up vehicle and others can continue the cycle tour with our guide. You can explore other activities of the tour and after the sometime later if you are comfortable to ride again, you can join with your team and enjoy the tour
Is there any additional cost used our support vehicle?
No! absolutely free and it is for support for you
If there any refund from HotelExpress.lk cancellation?
Yes! fully refunded from our side because of the Weather or unexpected circumstance
How do I know if operation cancels or scheduled time changes?
We will keep post before the operation takes place in 24 hrs. If you did not receive any message from our end, that’s mean scheduled operation of activity takes place as it is
Can I wear comfortable shorts or sleeveless jersey? Is it an issue when I am visit to Temples?
Yes! you are feeling free to wear any comfortable dress (except bikini) and when you are visiting Buddhist temple, you need to cover the open areas of the body (legs) by shawl because Sri Lanka majority of population present Buddhism and temples concern as a holistic place for the Buddhist. Therefore, visitors need to behave calm way
Health and safety
We will follow the WHO given guidelines and we will ensure 100% safe from our side
Emergency health issues and supports
If you are cycling in a remote area, then we can take you nearest hospital by our supporting vehicle or further help can get by 1919 emergency ambulance service and immediately we will arrange the Ambulance transferred to nearest hospital.
All our guides and escort leaders given basic First Aid training. So, they will give the basic first aids until you transfer to the hospital
Tour Location
Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
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Anna Wilson
02/07/2026 18:59
An amazing way to explore rural Sri Lanka
This cycling tour through the Anuradhapura countryside was such a memorable experience. The route was mostly flat and relaxing, taking us past beautiful paddy fields, ancient irrigation tanks, and quiet village roads. Visiting a local farmer’s home and sharing an authentic Sri Lankan lunch was a real highlight — the hospitality was heartwarming and genuine.
The guide was friendly and very knowledgeable, sharing fascinating stories about local history, agriculture, and daily village life. Everything was well organized, from bikes and helmets to refreshments along the way. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a cultural, active, and authentic experience in Sri Lanka
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