Kandy: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip with Tuk Tuk Ride
ID: GYG861223-1358482
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya on a day trip from Kandy.
Explore the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya and the Dambulla Cave Temple on a guided tour from Kandy. See traditional crafts and take a piece home as a souvenir.
Get picked up directly from your accommodation and travel by tuk-tuk to the city of Sigiriya, an ancient rock fortress. Marvel at the 200-meter-tall Sigiriya Rock, which, according to an ancient Sri Lankan chronicle, was selected by King Kasyapa as the site of his new capital.
Then, see some of the traditional crafts of the region such as wood carving and batik textiles, a dyeing technique developed in ancient times. Take a piece of traditional craft home with you as a souvenir.
Afterward, journey to Dambulla and explore the largest and most well-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Discover the magnificent Buddha images and vividly colored rock paintings, painted between the 2nd century BC and the 18th-century Kandyan era before returning to Kandy.
Highlights
- Discover the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya on a day trip from Kandy
- Marvel at the 200-meter-tall Sigiriya Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- See traditional crafts of the region such as wood carving and batik textiles
- Explore the largest and most well-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka
- Admire the magnificent Buddha images and vividly colored rock paintings
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Stay hydrated; bring a bottle of water.
Flash photography is not allowed inside the Dambulla Cave Temple.
Food and drinks are not allowed inside the temple premises.
Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple are not included and must be paid on site.
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off at accommodation
- Transport by tuk-tuk
- Visit to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple
- Sightseeing tour
- Local guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
