Full Day Kandy City Tour | From Colombo

5.0 (1 reviews) Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Duration10h
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Experience Sri Lanka’s old hill capital of Kandy on a privately guided, full-day trip from Colombo. Explore the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens to see giant palms, orchids, and exotic flora. After free time for lunch (own expense), spend the afternoon in enchanting, UNESCO-listed Kandy, with visits to the gold-roofed, UNESCO-listed Temple of the Tooth, Kandy market, and a cultural show. Finish with a stop for dinner (own expense) on your return journey to Colombo.

What's included

  • Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
  • Hotel Pick & Drop from Colombo Hotel.
  • 1 Liter of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person.
  • Entry/Admission - Royal Botanical Gardens.
  • Entry/Admission - Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.
  • Lunch (available to purchase).
  • Food and Beverages.
  • Gratuities.

What to expect

  1. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.
  2. Kandy City Center
    1h
    See how complex batiks are created in a batik factory. Watch master craftsmen create intricate designs from scratch in the woodcarving center. Go to the gem museum to gain more knowledge on jewels and how they are crafted. Make purchases that will be great additions to your home or as a gift to a friend.
  3. Royal Botanical Gardens
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the famous Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, which were formed in the early 19th century. Walk through the vast area containing over 4000 species of plants. Enjoy the learning more about the orchids, spices and medicinal plants. Wander down avenues shaded by large and rare trees, or bordered by flowering plants. Enjoy seeing the cannonball tree, walking over the wobbly suspension bridge and through the short hedge mazes or even climbing the twisty trees that make wonderful jungle gyms
  4. Kandy View Point
    15m
    Kandy Viewpoint offers stunning panoramic vistas of Kandy, Sri Lanka, including Kandy Lake and the Temple of the Tooth. A picturesque spot for photography and relaxation, it's easily accessible from the city center, making it a must-visit destination.
  5. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Geragama Tea Factory was built in 1903 and makes an interesting visit if you are travelling from Colombo to Kandy. Nowadays, Ceylon Tea is a significant economic asset for Sri Lanka. On the road from Colombo to Kandy, the Geragama Tea Factory is a time-travel experience.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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