SriLanka: Sigiriya Day Tour with Airport Transfer
ID: GYG1163795-1782559
Categorie:
Land: Sri Lanka
Duur:
10:00 uren
Beschrijving
Discover the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple on a day tour from Colombo. Explore the ancient ruins, visit a local village, and enjoy a traditional meal.
Begin your adventure with a pickup from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). Travel through breathtaking landscapes and historical landmarks on your way to Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the series of cave temples adorned with Buddhist murals and statues, dating back to the 1st century BC.
Experience authentic rural life with a stop at Hiriwadunna Village. Take a bullock cart ride, enjoy a traditional village meal, and explore the picturesque surroundings, including a lake and paddy fields.
Next, discover the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an ancient rock citadel built by King Kashyapa in the 5th century. Climb the rock to explore the stunning frescoes, the Mirror Wall, and the ruins of the royal palace at the summit, all while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Visit the Sigiriya Museum to learn about the history and archaeology of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. The museum features informative exhibits, including models, artifacts, and multimedia presentations.
Marvel at the beautiful frescoes of celestial maidens painted on the rock walls and the polished Mirror Wall, which still retains inscriptions from ancient visitors.
Stroll through the well-preserved Royal Gardens at the base of the rock, which include water gardens, boulder gardens, and terraced gardens that showcase advanced ancient landscaping techniques.
Hoogtepunten
- Marvel at the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress and its stunning frescoes
- Visit the Sigiriya Museum to learn about the site's history and archaeology
- Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Enjoy a traditional village meal and a bullock cart ride in Hiriwadunna
- Stroll through the Royal Gardens at the base of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
The climb to the top of Sigiriya Rock Fortress involves many steps.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking and climbing.
Bring sunscreen and water to stay hydrated.
INCLUDED
- Visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Visit to Sigiriya Museum
- Visit to Dambulla Cave Temple
- Hiriwadunna Village Tour
- Bullock cart ride
- Traditional village meal
- Travel with airconditioned vehicle
- English speaking guide
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- Meals not specified
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Wanneer moet ik boeken?
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Annuleringen
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