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A large rock formation with ancient ruins on top, surrounded by dense green forest. 1
An ancient stone structure perched on a cliff surrounded by dense forest. 2
A row of seated Buddha statues in a temple with intricate carvings and a patterned ceiling. 3
A cave with ancient frescoes of deities and figures. 4
A brightly colored temple interior with ornate pillars, a central shrine, and a mural on the ceiling. 5

From Kandy: Sigiriya Rock & Dambulla Cave Temple Adventure

By Ceylon IT Tours
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$44 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka's unique culture, traditions, and religion
  • Have an experience while riding from Kandy to Sigiraya
  • Ponder upon historical and archaeological significance of Sigiriya Rock
  • Check out how the local wood carving and dyeing techniques are done
  • Visit temples to gaze at incredible Buddhist images and rock paintings

Activity location

    • Kandy
    • Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Kandy
    • Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka

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From Kandy: Sigiraya Day Tour in an Air-Conditioned Vehicle

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Choose this option to enjoy a tour in an air-conditioned van.
Drivers - Lalith/Tharanga/Kumara/Rasika
English ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4/5

Starting time: 7:45 AM
Price details
NZ$124.25 x 1 AdultNZ$124.25
Total
Price is NZ$124.25

Sigiriya Tour by Air-Conditioned Vehicle

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Choose this option to enjoy a tour in an air-conditioned van.
Drivers - Lalith/Tharanga/Kumara/Rasika
English ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4/5

Starting time: 7:45 AM
Price details
NZ$124.25 x 1 AdultNZ$124.25
Total
Price is NZ$124.25

Sigiriya Day Tour by Tuk Tuk

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Early or late pick-ups are not possible on this tour
Vehicle - Tuk Tuk
English - ⭐⭐⭐ 3/5
Shared Tour

Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
NZ$73.00 x 1 AdultNZ$73.00
Total
Price is NZ$73.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport by Tuk Tuk/Mini Van/Car (depending on option selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Parking tickets
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Sigiriya Lion Rock not guided (not allowed)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry tickets (Depending on option selected)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Pets
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People over 70 years, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Pickup at 7.45am In Kandy
    Pickup ➡️ Matale Hindu Temple ➡️ Wood Carving Centre ➡️ Sigiriya Lion Rock or Pidurangala Rock ➡️Cave Temple ➡️ Spice & Herbs Garden ➡️ Drop-off (Your hotel in kandy)
    • Sigiriya Village Safari (Optional)
    • Minneriya Nationl Park Safari (Optional)
    • Gems Museum (Optional)
    Get picked up directly from your accommodation and travel by tuk-tuk 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.

Then, see some of the traditional crafts of the region such as wood carving and batik textiles, a dyeing technique developed in ancient times. Take a piece of traditional craft home with you as a souvenir.

Afterwards, journey to Dambulla and explore the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Discover the magnificent Buddha images and vividly coloured rock paintings, painted between the 2nd century BC and the 18th-century Kandyan era before returning to Kandy.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kandy
    • Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Kandy
    • Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka