Private Kandy City Full Day Tour with Local

Kandy, Sri Lanka
Duration4h - 10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Kandy’s Cultural Heart on this Private Full-Day City Tour!
Dive into rich heritage with a personalized journey through must-see spots. Pickup from any Kandy hotel in your private AC vehicle.

Visit sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic (UNESCO site), lush Royal Botanical Gardens, and Bahirawakanda Temple for stunning views from the giant Buddha.

Explore Kandy’s vibrant local market, Gem Museum, wood carving and batik factories, tea factory, and aromatic spice garden.
Stroll serene Kandy Lake, snap panoramas from Kandy View Point, and thrill to the evening Cultural Dance Show with fire walkers and drummers.

English-speaking driver-guide (many request Prasanna!) keeps it relaxed and flexible - no shopping pressure.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking Fees
  • Meals
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    Enter this sacred UNESCO site, home to Buddha’s tooth relic, and witness colorful rituals in a stunning lakeside temple complex.
  2. Royal Botanical Gardens
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Wander through 147 acres of exotic orchids, palms, and spice trees in one of Asia’s finest botanical havens.
  3. Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    Climb to the massive white Buddha statue overlooking Kandy for breathtaking 360° city views.
  4. 30m
    Dive into the lively bazaar buzzing with fresh fruits, spices, and handicrafts for an authentic taste of daily Sri Lankan life.
  5. Gamini Gem & Jewellery
    30m
    Discover Sri Lanka’s legendary gems with exhibits on mining, cutting, and the island’s sapphire heritage.
  6. Rajanima Craft
    30m
    Watch skilled artisans transform wood into intricate sculptures and learn about traditional craftsmanship.
  7. 45m
    Your a working factory to uncover the secrets of Ceylon tea production, from leaf to brew.
  8. 30m
    See best spices in Sri Lanka
  9. Kandy Lake
    15m
    Enjoy a peaceful lakeside promenade in the heart of the city, surrounded by hills and history.
  10. Kandy View Point
    15m
    Capture postcard-perfect panoramas of Kandy’s misty valleys and rooftops from this scenic overlook.
  11. Kandy Lake Club Cultural Show
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Cap off the day with an electrifying evening performance of Kandyan dances, fire acts, and rhythmic drumming.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our driver will come with company name Tshirt or a Paging. If not the vehicle will have the Kandy Super Tours board.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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