2-Day Sigiriya, Dambulla & Kandy Cultural Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Colombo, Sri Lanka
Duration2 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 28 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the highlights of Sri Lanka on a 2-day cultural and wildlife tour to Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Kandy from Colombo, Negombo, Colombo Fort, or Bandaranaike International Airport. Discover UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy. Along the way, experience authentic Sri Lankan village life, traditional food, local culture, and beautiful scenic landscapes. Enjoy an exciting 4x4 wildlife safari in the Habarana area, where you may spot large herds of wild elephants and other wildlife. This comfortable sharing tour offers air-conditioned transportation with a professional chauffeur, making it an easy and economical way to explore Sri Lanka’s ancient heritage, rich culture, wildlife, nature, and diverse landscapes in just two days.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • English speaking Chauffeur-Driver
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Air-condition vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Enterence Tickets

What to expect

Day 1: Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla cave Temple
  1. Sigiriya Lion Rock
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    Explore Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle on a private 2-day tour from Colombo, Negombo, or Bandaranaike International Airport. Visit the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy. Experience local village life, traditional Sri Lankan food, culture, wildlife, and changing landscapes from warm lowlands to cooler hill country—all with a private chauffeur.
  2. Sigiriya Craft Village
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Experience authentic Sri Lankan village life near Sigiriya. Enjoy a traditional village lunch, explore local culture and daily life, and take a relaxing boat ride through the scenic countryside.
  3. Safari & Beyond - Habarana
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    Enjoy an exciting Habarana jeep safari and discover Sri Lanka’s wildlife in its natural habitat. Look out for wild elephants, birds and other animals while exploring the scenic landscapes around Habarana.
  4. Golden Temple of Dambulla
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Explore the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, Sri Lanka’s largest and best-preserved cave temple complex. Discover ancient Buddha statues, colorful murals and historic cave shrines while learning about Sri Lanka’s rich Buddhist heritage and culture.
Day 2: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy, Sri Lanka
  1. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After breakfast, travel to Kandy and visit a traditional Sri Lankan Herbal Garden and Batik Factory along the way. Continue to Kandy to explore the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist and cultural landmarks. Experience the city’s rich heritage, traditional crafts, culture, and spiritual atmosphere
  2. Hemachandras (Kandy) Limited Jewellers
    1m
    After visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, visit a traditional Sri Lankan gem showroom and workshop in Kandy. Learn about Sri Lanka’s famous gemstones and discover how local gems are selected, cut, polished, and crafted into beautiful jewelry. This cultural experience offers travelers an insight into Sri Lanka’s rich gemstone heritage and traditional craftsmanship
  3. Royal Botanical Gardens
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful and famous botanical gardens. Explore the lush gardens, tropical plants, exotic flowers, palm avenues, and scenic surroundings while enjoying a relaxing nature experience in Kandy. This visit offers travelers a chance to discover Sri Lanka’s rich botanical diversity and enjoy the peaceful beauty of Peradeniya.
  4. Embilmeegama Tea Factory
    2h
    On the return journey to Colombo, visit Embilmeegama Tea Factory to discover how Sri Lankan tea is produced. Travelers can learn about the traditional tea-making process, see the different stages of tea production, and enjoy a complimentary tea-tasting experience. This visit offers a great opportunity to experience Sri Lanka’s famous tea culture and learn more about one of the country’s most important traditional industries. After the tea factory visit, travelers will be dropped off at their selected pickup location

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Complimentary pickup and drop-off are available from selected hotels, residences, Bandaranaike International Airport and the Port of Colombo. Please provide your exact pickup location when booking. Special pickup times or locations can be arranged in advance with our local tour representative.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress code is casual
  • May be operated by a multi-language guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Cancellation policy

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

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