Recently Viewed
Sigiriya and Dambulla All-Inclusive Tour: Experience UNSECO Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka
5.0
15 Ratings
Negombo
Embark on an all-inclusive tour of Sigiriya rock fortress and Dambulla cave temple in Sri Lanka. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the region.
Duration:
14 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
learn more
Highlights
- Sigiriya - Sigiriya rock fortress is the most visited tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is sometimes known as the Sigiriya Lion Rock, after its original name “Sinha-Giri”. The name comes from its palace entrance through a massive brick sculpture of a lion head. Only the paws of this sculpture remain at the foot of the rock today. Sigiriya rock fortress is a fifth-century fortified palace complex, which was used by King Kassapa (477CE-493CE). The Sigiriya rock abruptly rises 600 feet high from the surrounding plains. The ruins of King Kassapa’s royal palace are scattered on the peak rock plateau. The hike to the top is via 1200 steps. Some of them were constructed at the time of King Kassapa. The foothills and immediate surroundings of the Sigiriya rock were once an elaborate royal pleasure garden. The archaeological value of the site is immeasurable, perhaps unsurpassed in South Asia.
- Dambulla - Dambulla golden rock cave temple was home to thousands of meditating monks since its monastic beginnings in the first century BCE. Today the same cave temple hosts a massive collection of Buddhist murals and sculptures belonging to a pan-Asian artistic tradition. The cave temple was abandoned at regular intervals since its humble beginnings. Yet the royals and Buddhist elite kept renovating it to appease countless faithful pilgrims.
What's Included
- All government taxes included.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Complimentary mineral water during the tour.
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Professional English-speaking driver.
- Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Temple covered.
What's Not Included
- Gratuities.
- Any thing not mentioned in inclusions.
Additional Information
Don’t miss Sigiriya rock fortress and Dambulla cave temple when you are in Sri Lanka. Both places are nominated as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Sigiriya rock fortress is the most visited tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is sometimes known as the Sigiriya Lion Rock, after its original name “Sinha-Giri”. Dambulla golden rock cave temple was home to thousands of meditating monks since its monastic beginnings in the first century BCE. Today the same Dambulla cave temple hosts a massive collection of Buddhist murals and sculptures belonging to a pan-Asian artistic tradition.
Explore Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel at Colombo or Mount Lavinia in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide.
- Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
- Please bring valid passports for entering to the sites.
- Please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for visiting sacred and holy places.
Location
Negombo Beach
Pick up and drop off will be provided from most closely located hotels in Negombo.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(15 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Jesseayly
Mar 14, 2020
An impressive trip with driver Chanike - The whole journey is smooth and fruitful. The driver, Chanike is helpful and recommended some places to go to us. The Sigiriya lion rock is impressive. You can have 360 degree view and more importantly, there are some wildlife you can look at. 100% recommend to visit the herb garden as well where the tour guide will introduce the useage of different herb to you. However, it is not recommended to the elderly and very small children as the traveling time is really too long and the hiking may be tough for them.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Sdm20207
Mar 2, 2020
Wow - One of the wonderful creations in the world. Breathtaking view. A place was built on top of this rock. it's a place full of antiques.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Nilakshib2020
Feb 26, 2020
Ancient Miracle - Most Wonderful and Amazing Place. Sigiriya is a great Place to visit for any visitors.I will never forget this amazing experience.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
927ayeshag
Feb 24, 2020
Awesome view!! - Both sigiriya and dambulla temple are must visit places. Sigiriya has the most stunning view from the top. And so as dambulla. We started very early in the day because of the long ride. Driver picked up at the time and he was very courteous. He even bought us snacks during the tour. Most enjoyed part of the tours was climbing the sigiriya. Climbing the rock was never easy but well worth to see the stunning view from the top. Other part was the dambulla temple and it frescos. We wont regret about this tour well organized and well worth.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Oshanm2016
Feb 22, 2020
The most amazing sites to visit - This is a fabulous day out to see sigiriya and dambulla in the heart of Sri Lanka's cultural triangle. Sigiriya is known as for its ancient value, the gardens and fresco paintings. You should visit the museum at the bottom to get an idea of the layout. Then you can start climbing. There were many steps including metal staircase. The views from the top are amazing as the majority of the area is flat around the rock. It took about 2 hours to explore the whole site. Then we had our lunch from a restaurant nearby. Our next visit was dambulla cave temple. The five very large caves were carved into hard rock over 2000 years ago. If you are interested in Buddhism this place is worth a visit. The whole experience was well worth.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
299dinushas
Feb 18, 2020
Ancient Kingdom - Visiting and climbing the Sigiriya Rock is a must. This was our second time climbing the rock has done it two years ago. I would definitely recommend having a guide as it really brought the rock to life. Sigiriya is an amazing place and every step is worth the effort. We did not find any of the steps too steep and the views at the top were breathtaking.
In the evening we visited Dambulla cave temple. Beautiful frescoes cover the walls of the temple and the statues are impressive as well. The big Buddha’s statue at the entrance is wonderful. This tour worth 5 stars for sure.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Niluka
Feb 12, 2020
Worth the climb to the top - Sigiriya and dambulla temples are amazing places to visit. It was a bit crowded in sigiriya which was more like a queue to the top. But worth the climb to the top. You have to climb to dambulla temple as well. It has very beautiful paintings and statues. Five caves are amazing. The best part of both sites is the view from the top.
We had our lunch at a restaurant which was also great. Perfect tour. Recommended.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Ranjikas
Feb 10, 2020
An Ancient Wonder - We climbed sigiriya rock and dambulla temple during our 2 nights visit to Colombo. Our tour guide from Overa Tours picked us from our hotel and went to sigiriya straight away because morning is the best time to climb sigiriya which is bit cooler and less crowded. During this 1 hour climb, we gained many historic value of sigiriya. I would recommend you all to visit the museum before climbing sigiriya which is really interesting. The climb is not difficult except the last metal steps to the top. Dambulla also has a museum at the bottom and a cave temple at the top for which you are required to climb a few steps. On the top, you can see some caves and Buddha’s statues. Both are interesting places to visit.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Oshadha
Feb 6, 2020
A fantastic way to explore sigiriya and dambulla from short period - Sigiriya and dambulla are a bit difficult sites to cover within a day from Colombo. So we searched for tours to do this within a day since we did not have much time. We booked with overa tours and the guide picked up early in the morning from our hotel who is very courteous and helpful. We visited sigiriya first and dambulla temple after lunch. Tough climbing for those who are afraid of height but the view from the top was spectacular. Our guide explained everything we need to know. It was incredible how they manage to paint on the walls and still remains even if 2000 years old. Dambulla cave paintings were fabulous and must see. Well worth booking this tour if you want to do sigiriya and dambulla within a day.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Amakasun
Feb 5, 2020
Sigiriya & Dambilla Temple Visit - If you are visiting sri lanka you should add sigiriya and dambulla temple to your itinerary. Sigiriys is nothing like i have ever visited. There are about 2000 stairs to the top where the large pools and palace was. It was bit hot during day time so i suggest to go there early morning. Wearing shorts for gents is much easier to climb. Dambulla temple was a great experience as well and it goes back to 2100 years. You can see 5 caves and wall painting in there. In addition to that the toilets and car parks were manageable. Overall a great experience.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
More activities from this operator
