Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple (Private Day Trip)

Colombo, Sri Lanka
Duration12h - 15h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Start your journey with pickup at 5am from your accommodation in Colombo to embark on a journey to
Dambulla, which is approximately a 4-hour drive.
At 7am, eat a delicious breakfast in Kurunegala.
Visit Sigiria Lion Rock and Sigiriya Museum
After spending sometime at the museum and eating lunch, at 2pm, visit Dambulla Cave Temple with
your guide. The Seated Buddha Dambulla Cave Temple is located about 30 minutes
At 5 pm, you will head back to Colombo, which is approximately a 4-hour drive.
At around 09 pm – 10 pm, you will arrive back to your accommodation in Colombo.

What's included

  • Lunch (if option selected)
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Dambulla CaveTemple (if option selected)
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Sigiriya (if option selected)
  • Private, air conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • Breakfast (if option selected)
  • Local taxes, parking and highway charges
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Colombo
  • The personal spending (Tips, Laundry, Mini Bar, Telephone, Internet, Fax etc)
  • Any other services not specified above
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Medical Expenses, Insurance, International Flights and Accommodation
  • Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

What to expect

  1. Sigiriya Lion Rock
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Sigiriya Rock, a granite outcrop rising from scrubland areas that transform into water gardens during the rainy season. Then, climb the metal steps to the rocktop: home to a ruined fifth-century fortress. View the frescoes en route and explore the relics on the summit, the remnants of a royal citadel built by King Kasyapa.
  2. Dambulla Cave Temple
    1h · Admission ticket included
    UNESCO-listed Rock Temple of Dambulla: five hill caves converted into a temple in the first century BC and filled with Buddha statues. Inspect the caves with their stunning wall and ceiling murals as your guide shares Dambulla's history.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We can pickup from anywhere in Colombo OR Negombo.

End point

We can pickup from anywhere in Colombo OR Negombo.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A significant amount of walking is involved
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Each traveller is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking, however, Infant meals not included
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions & pregnant women
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Cancellation policy

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