Private Full Day Tour Sigiriya and Dambulla From Kandy
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16 Ratings
Kandy
Explore Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla's cave temples on a private tour from Kandy. Enjoy hassle-free travel and discover UNESCO treasures.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kandy View Point - Arthurā€™s Seat in Kandy offers a splendid view of the city, particularly the lake. Located at Rajapihilla Mawatha, 550 meters above sea level, it provides a sweeping panorama of Kandy Lake, Sri Dalada Maligawa, the Royal Palace of Kandy, and the city center.
  • Sri Muthumariamman Temple - Known to Hindus as Sri Muthumariamman Temple, this renowned Hindu temple in Matale is dedicated to Muthumariamman, the goddess of rain. In Tamil, ā€œMuthuā€ means pearls, ā€œMariā€ means rain, and ā€œAmmanā€ means goddess. Hindus worship this goddess for prosperity. Hinduism was brought to Sri Lanka from India, and many temples were established on lands owned by English cultivators who brought Tamil laborers from India to work their fields. The Matale Hindu Temple was constructed in 1874 on land that was previously a paddy field, donated by its owner in 1852. The temple suffered significant damage during an ethnic conflict in 1983.
  • Dambulla Royal Cave Temple - A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Dambulla Royal Cave Temple is renowned for its caves, statues, and 2,100 square meters of murals. This cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, has been a sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries and is the largest and best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka.
  • Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - Sigiriya is a site of immense historical and cultural importance, featuring stunning views and ancient ruins. Visitors can climb to the top of the rock and admire the wall paintings along the way.
  • Pidurangala Rock - The history of Pidurangala Rock Temple is closely linked to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Monks are believed to have lived in the caves of Pidurangala 2,500 years ago, as evidenced by a temple and a 12.5-meter-long reclining Buddha statue built in a cave, which is said to be the largest brick statue in the world.
What's Included
  • Water
  • English speaking chauffeur guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kandy
  • Transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Entrance tickets of all optional fees
  • Entry/Admission - Sri Muthumariamman Temple - USD 2
  • Entry/Admission - Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - USD 30
  • Entry/Admission - Golden Temple of Dambulla - USD 8
  • Entry/Admission - pidurangala Rock - USD 3
Additional Information

Experience two of Sri Lankaā€™s UNESCO-recorded treasures on this visit from Kandy ā€” Sigiriya Rock and Dambullaā€™s specialty filled cave-sanctuaries. Leave transport worries behind as youā€™re picked up from your hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle and travel to the two sights thus. At Sigiriya, enjoy time to move to the rocktop and examine the wall artistic creations en route, and at Dambulla, investigate the amazing caverns loaded with Buddha statues and pictures.

Location
Kandy View Point
Rajapihilla Mawatha
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bennob907
Apr 30, 2024
Excellent trip - It was a very nice trip, and mohamed was very nice and the hospitality was incredible. I would definitely do it again! We also went to sigiriya and the view was incredibly beatifull and they brought us to a very nice and relaxing massage.
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I3099wcannao
Mar 12, 2024
Dambulla cave and Sigiriya rock - Our day trip was long but we visited the Dambulla cave temples which were amazing, and Sigiriya rock ( although we choose to climb the opposite rock Pidurangala, which gave great views of Sigiriya). Ilham was really friendly, he stopped and bought us some local bakery goods on the way, delicious! He took us to a nice lunch buffet family run place which was tasty. He was also open to stopping when we wanted a coffee and never made us feel rushed. He was chatty but asked if we wanted music and made sure we were always comfortable, stopping for the washroom when we needed it. I would recommend a tour with Ilham, we really enjoyed it!
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Katyhe1938jz
Mar 9, 2024
A wonderful ride! - What a great experience! Our guide was so kind and thoughtful! He even treated us to tasty corn and king coconuts before our hike at sigiriya! We loved our experience and truly appreciate our guide for giving us a wonderful adventure!
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Paradise36872365051
Feb 22, 2024
10/10 - This tour was absolutely excellent, and Ilham was a prince. I can't imagine having a better experience. Ilham was knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure we had the best time possible. Highly recommend!
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Backpacker574465
Feb 20, 2024
Amazing experience - Sri Lanka was great but our tour guide made the entire experience even better then we could have imagined. He went above and beyond and helped immerse us in not only the tourist attractions but also the real culture that of the place with many stops along the way. I felt like I was being shown around by a friend that I new my entire life. Would definitely recommend.
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Joshdx8130ie
Feb 19, 2024
Sri Lanka tour - Ilham gave us the best day touring around Sri Lanka. He was friendly, professional, and have loads of local knowledge that allowed us to beat queues and experience Sri Lanka properly. Highly highly recommend
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Saleenas1990
Feb 18, 2024
Thank you Experto Escapes for an unforgettable tour experience! - Exceptional service from start to finish. Our pick-up was punctual and the services provided felt as luxurious as a 5-star hotel. Our guide Mr Sammy was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing our overall experience. Having experienced services from three different tour companies in Sri Lanka, it's evident that this company stands out as the best in terms of professionalism and quality of service. Their attention to detail and professionalism surpassed that of others, making our experience truly exceptional. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a top-notch tour experience in Sri Lanka. Looking forward to more adventures with Experto Escapes in the future!
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Denis
Feb 17, 2024
Always my pleasure :) - We had a super eventful day today with our very nice guide Ilham. We were picked up on time and then we were off. In addition to the program we booked, we were also shown lots of small, interesting places. We had a delicious traditional meal and had interesting and funny conversations on the trip. I would recommend Ilham at any time with a clear conscience.
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696athik
Feb 16, 2024
Hands down, best Sri Lanka experience!! - Hands down, one of the best and well rounded experiences of Sri Lanka! The tour was mainly centered around Sirigiya and Dambulla Cave Temple but it was everything in between that made the trip so special. Ilham definitely went the extra mile to make sure the trip was a holiday highlight and the best things to do. We sampled only the best Alphonso mango fruits, and other exotic fruits, dined on authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and snacks! It was a whole day tour as it included a long drive from Kandy but it flew by with the stops, Ilham was very organised and communicated effectively in English. Would definitely recommend!
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Adlera2024
Feb 11, 2024
Absolutely breathtaking experience šŸ˜ā¤ - Booking a private vehicle day tour from Kandy to Sigiriya was the best decision we made during our Sri Lanka trip! The whole day was very well organised and Mr. Supun was an excellent guide/chaffeur showing us around a temple, stopping to show us beautiful viewpoints and helping us buy tickets. (he even bought us some coconuts & Corns ). We had everything we could have needed! We thoroughly enjoyed our day- he had excellent food recommendations, was very friendly and took us to amazing places. We were able to enjoy Dambulla temple, Lion Rock Sigiriya, an elephant safari also got to see some beatlutiful peacocks and a hawk in one day. We particularly enjoyed our safari in Minneriya, this was definitely theĀ bestĀ part of theĀ day. The flexibility of having our own vehicle allowed us to explore Dambulla at our own pace, without feeling rushed. The rock fortress itself was awe-inspiring, and our driver even suggested some hidden gems along the way, enhancing our experience. We found going with EXPERTO ESCAPES is value forĀ cash. We value your professionalism, genuineness, friendship and being so understanding with us. This is our most memorable experience traveling with Experto Escapes Tours and we feel free to one more visit with them. We would advise anyone not to have any doubts choosing EXPERTO ESCAPES intending to visit Sri-Lanka. ā˜† 10 /10
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