Colombo: 2-Day Kandy Tour with Pinnawala & Sigiriya Drop-Off

Discover Sri Lanka on a private 2-day journey from Colombo to Kandy and Sigiriya. Visit Pinnawala Elephants, the Temple of the Tooth Relic, Botanical Garden, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Sigiriya Rock.
Discover Sri Lanka’s cultural treasures on a private 2-day journey from Colombo to Kandy and Sigiriya. Visit the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, explore Kandy’s sacred temples and beautiful gardens, and discover the ancient wonders of Dambulla and Sigiriya with your own private transportation.

Day 1: Colombo to Kandy via Pinnawala

Your journey begins with pickup from your hotel in Colombo or Negombo, or Colombo International Airport.

Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to observe elephants under human care and learn about their care activities. Elephant bathing and viewing opportunities depend on the facility’s daily schedule.

Continue to Kandy and visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of Sri Lanka’s most important Buddhist religious sites. Enjoy panoramic city views from Kandy Viewpoint before exploring the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya, famous for their tropical plants, orchids, and impressive palm avenues.

Stop at a local spice garden to discover Sri Lanka’s famous spices and their traditional uses. Then visit Bahirawakanda Temple to admire its impressive white Buddha statue overlooking Kandy.

If time permits, you can also visit Ambuluwawa Tower near Gampola, known for its distinctive architecture and spectacular mountain views. This optional visit depends on traffic, weather, and the day’s schedule.

After your sightseeing, spend the night in Kandy. Accommodation is not included unless confirmed in your selected package.

Day 2: Kandy to Sigiriya via Dambulla

Depart Kandy and travel towards Dambulla, where you will visit the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple. Explore its ancient Buddhist statues, colourful murals, and historic cave shrines.

Continue to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic historical landmarks. Discover the ancient royal complex, admire the surrounding landscape, and climb the famous rock fortress if you wish. The climb requires a reasonable level of physical fitness.

After your visit, enjoy a convenient drop-off at your hotel or another agreed location in Sigiriya.

Enjoy a Private Sri Lankan Journey

Travel at your own pace with private transportation and a flexible itinerary. This experience combines cultural landmarks, sacred temples, botanical gardens, scenic viewpoints, and two of Sri Lanka’s most remarkable historical attractions.

Entrance fees, meals, and accommodation are not included unless specified in your booking. The itinerary may be adjusted depending on traffic, weather, opening hours, and available time.

Garantir la disponibilité du livre dans les plus brefs délais. Les réservations anticipées valent la peine d'être prises en considération, surtout si vous planifiez le voyage en haute saison, comme les jours fériés ou les fins de semaine.

Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.