From Kandy To Sigiriya Privet Day Tour
ID: GYG692885-1137033
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Discover the historic attractions and cultural gems of Sigiriya on this private day trip from Kandy. Matale Hundu Temple, Sigiriya Lion Rock, a wood carving center, and more.
Get picked up directly from your accommodation and travel 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.
Next, admire paintings of historic queens, princesses, and maids inside the rock fortress before stopping for lunch. Then, see some of the traditional crafts of the region such as wood carving and batik textiles, a dyeing technique developed in ancient times. You can take a piece of traditional craft home with you as a souvenir.
Then, 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.
Finish your day by getting dropped back at your accommodation at Kandy.
Highlights
- Sigiriya Lion Rock
- Matale Hindu Temple
- Dambulla Cave Temple
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation in air-conditioned Mini Van
- English-speaking driver
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
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.
