Private Day Tour of Sigiriya, Dambulla and Elephant Safari

Kandy, Sri Lanka
Duration8h - 10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Explore Sri Lanka’s cultural gems on a full-day private tour from Kandy. Visit the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya and the sacred Dambulla Cave Temple, where stunning frescoes and statues await. Choose your adventure between a thrilling 4x4 elephant safari in Minneriya or an immersive local village experience to connect with Sri Lankan culture. Enjoy the comfort of a private air-conditioned vehicle and an English-speaking chauffeur, making this tour ideal for those seeking flexibility and authenticity in their travel plans.

- Private full-day tour from Kandy to Sigiriya and Dambulla
- Visit the iconic Sigiriya rock fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple
- Choose between a 4x4 elephant safari or a local village experience
- Travel in comfort with a private air-conditioned vehicle and guide

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Minneriya National Park entry – Approx. $40 per person (safari jeep not included)
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Sigiriya Lion Rock
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Hike to the top of this ancient sky palace, explore the frescoes, lion staircase, and royal ruins, and enjoy stunning panoramic views.
  2. Golden Temple of Dambulla
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Explore five beautifully decorated caves featuring ancient murals, Buddha statues, and historical treasures.
  3. Ranweli Spice Garden
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Mathale is well known as the best place to grow Sri Lankan spices. This will be a guided tour to see all the spices / plants available here. They will explain about each species. Will be a good opportunity for you to get insight of this industry. This is an optional visit and you can avoid if you do not like to do.
  4. Sri Muththumari Amman Temple
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Muthumariamman Temple or Arulmigu Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil is a Hindu temple in Matale, Sri Lanka. The prefix “Muthu”, literally means “pearl”. "Mari" means rain and "Amman" means mother in Tamil language. The temple is dedicated to Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility.
  5. Minneriya National Park Jeep Safari & Village Tours
    3m · Admission ticket not included
    Enjoy a thrilling 4x4 safari to see Sri Lanka’s wild elephants in their natural habitat. (Optional Tour)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick all locations in Kandy City

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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