From Negombo: Dambulla Cave Temple & Sigiriya Day Trip
ID: GYG1514157-2311986
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover two of Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a day trip from Negombo. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and learn about their fascinating history.
Begin your journey with a pickup from your hotel in Negombo, followed by a scenic drive through Sri Lanka’s countryside. Arrive at Dambulla and visit the remarkable cave temple complex, where centuries-old religious artwork and statues reflect the island’s rich cultural heritage.
Continue to Sigiriya, the spectacular ancient rock fortress rising dramatically above the surrounding landscape. Learn about its fascinating history, admire the impressive ruins, and enjoy breathtaking views if you choose to climb to the summit. The climb involves numerous steps and requires a reasonable level of fitness.
After exploring these extraordinary historical sites, relax during the return journey to Negombo, bringing your cultural adventure to a close.
Highlights
- Discover two of Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a day trip
- Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple and see its ancient Buddhist murals
- Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and learn about its fascinating history
- Admire the impressive ruins and enjoy breathtaking views from the summit
- Relax during the return journey to Negombo after your cultural adventure
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress involves numerous steps and requires a reasonable level of fitness
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Ayubowan Homestay Katunayake Or BIA airport or Negombo)
- Visit to Dambulla Cave Temple
- Visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Scenic drive through Sri Lanka’s countryside
- 2 bottles of mineral water per person
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Entrance fees (Dambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress)
- Personal expenses and tips
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.
