Kandy Sightseeing Tour with Free Peradeniya Railway Pickup Kandy Sightseeing Tour with Free Peradeniya Railway Pickup by Car

Enjoy free pickup from Peradeniya Station after arriving by train. No need to find transport or waste time—start exploring Kandy immediately and make your day with a comfortable sightseeing tour.
Arrive in Kandy by train from Colombo and begin your sightseeing experience with a complimentary pickup from Peradeniya Railway Station. The Colombo–Kandy train is expected to arrive at approximately 8:34 AM, making this tour an ideal way to explore Kandy immediately after your arrival.

Meet your professional driver at Peradeniya Railway Station and begin a carefully planned sightseeing route designed to minimize unnecessary backtracking while covering Kandy’s most scenic, cultural and historic attractions.

Your first stop is Ceylon Tea Factory, where you can discover how Sri Lanka’s world-famous Ceylon tea is produced. Learn about the traditional tea-making process, see the different stages of production and enjoy a complimentary tea tasting while taking in the surrounding green hills. The tea factory visit is free of charge and tea tasting will help you to reduce tiredness after arrival.

Next, visit a Gem Museum and Lapidary, where you can discover Sri Lanka’s rich gemstone heritage. Learn why the island is famous for precious and semi-precious stones, observe traditional gem-cutting techniques and discover how Sri Lankan gems have become renowned around the world for their beauty and rarity.

Continue toward Kandy and visit the White Buddha Statue, peacefully situated on a hill overlooking the city. Admire the impressive Buddha image and enjoy panoramic views across Kandy, the surrounding mountains and the city below. The peaceful setting makes this one of Kandy’s most scenic locations.

Continue to a traditional Wood Carving Factory, where skilled Sri Lankan craftsmen demonstrate the techniques used to create intricate wooden statues, masks and decorative artwork. See local artisans at work and learn how these traditional skills have been passed down through generations.

Your journey then takes you to Arthur’s Seat, one of Kandy’s most spectacular viewpoints. From this elevated location, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over Kandy Lake, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the surrounding mountains and the city below. It is an excellent place for photographs and a memorable view of Kandy.

In the evening, experience the vibrant Kandyan Cultural Dance, featuring traditional drumming, energetic dances and spectacular fire performances. The show provides an entertaining introduction to Sri Lanka’s traditional performing arts and Kandyan heritage. Tourist Guiding Center offers 10% off from the ticket price.

Finally, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic during Pooja time, when the temple comes alive with traditional drumming, devotional rituals and a deeply spiritual atmosphere. This UNESCO-recognized temple complex houses the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha and is one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites.

After a memorable day filled with culture, craftsmanship, spirituality and breathtaking scenery, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Kandy.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.