Private tour

Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Full-Day Tour

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Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Full-Day Tour
4.4
89 reviews
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Explore the Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple, visit local villages, and experience the traditional Sri Lankan lifestyle on a day trip to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Minneriya National Park.

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Duration 1 day
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Mellisa – South Africa

This was a fantastic tour! Really great value for money as it covered SO much - pick up and drop off in Colombo, visiting the rock temple, climbing Sigiriya, village tour etc etc. It was very customizable, they sent me a number of different options to switch out and customize my tour. And they were very communicative by Whatsapp from the time of booking which gives peace of mind. Dyan was a really good guide and I enjoyed all activities (except the spice garden where the salesman was a bit too pushy for my liking). I've already recommended this tour to a couple others because it was really good

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Leslie or Dave – United States

Our driver was willing to pick us up from the Cruise ship port gate. We left early 4:30am knowing it would be about 3.5 hour drive each way. We changed the tour to fit what we wanted to visit because off time restraints. We also paid for a guide on Sigiriya. Well worth having a knowledgeable guide. We would rebook this tour again.

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    5 pickup location options:

    Negombo, Colombo, Kandy, Kalutara, Bentota

  • Car

    (2.5 hours)

    Dambulla

    Break time, Breakfast (30 minutes)

    Optional

  • Timeline stop icon

    Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple

    Visit (45 minutes)

    Extra fee

  • Car

    (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Sigiriya Lion Rock

    Sightseeing, Hiking (1 hour)

    Extra fee

  • Timeline stop icon

    Sigiriya Fortress

    Visit, Lunch, Food tasting (1.5 hours)

    Extra fee

  • Timeline stop icon

    Minneriya National Park

    Visit, Wildlife viewing (3 hours)

    Extra fee

  • Car

    (3 hours)

  • 5 drop-off locations:

    Kalutara, Bentota, Kandy, Negombo, Colombo

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore the Dhambulla Golden Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Ascend to the top of Sigiriya, known as the "Lion Rock" and enjoy the views
  • Visit a local village and learn more about rural Sri Lankan traditions
  • Embark on a guided safari through the vast Minnariya National Park
  • Search for native species including the large population of wild elephants

Full description

After pickup from your hotel, travel first to Dhambulla Golden Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Inside the caves, discover a collection of beautifully preserved ancient Buddhist statues and intricate wall paintings. After exploring Dhambulla Golden Cave Temple, the tour proceeds to Sigiriya, also known as the "Lion Rock." Ascend to the top, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Next, head to a local village to experience the traditional Sri Lankan way of life. Meet the locals, learn about their customs, and witness traditional activities like farming and cooking. Finally, visit the Minnariya National Park, famous for its large population of wild elephants and is known as one of the best places in Sri Lanka for elephant sightings. Embark on a thrilling jeep safari through the park, allowing you to get up close to these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • A bottle of water
  • Entry tickets
  • Food and drinks
  • Jeep safari
  • Site guide

Not suitable for

  • People over 275 lbs (125 kg)
  • People over 70 years
  • Wheelchair users

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Daypack

Know before you go

  • The visit to Sigiriya and Dambulla requires walking up the stairs
  • This private tour can be customized by discussing your plans with the activity provider after booking
  • If you need a site guide for Sigiriya and Dhambulla, one can be provided at an additional cost of LKR 6000 (in English, Russian, Japanese, French, German, Italian, or Chinese)
  • The duration of the transfers is approximate and will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • this is full day tour

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 89 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.3/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.1/5

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Mellisa – South AfricaMarch 19, 2025 – Verified booking
This was a fantastic tour! Really great value for money as it covered SO much - pick up and drop off in Colombo, visiting the rock temple, climbing Sigiriya, village tour etc etc. It was very customizable, they sent me a number of different options to switch out and customize my tour. And they were very communicative by Whatsapp from the time of booking which gives peace of mind. Dyan was a really good guide and I enjoyed all activities (except the spice garden where the salesman was a bit too pushy for my liking). I've already recommended this tour to a couple others because it was really good
L
Leslie or Dave – United StatesFebruary 24, 2025 – Verified booking
Our driver was willing to pick us up from the Cruise ship port gate. We left early 4:30am knowing it would be about 3.5 hour drive each way. We changed the tour to fit what we wanted to visit because off time restraints. We also paid for a guide on Sigiriya. Well worth having a knowledgeable guide. We would rebook this tour again.
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Rajshekhar – IndiaFebruary 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide Rasika was very good with his driving and recommendations and made it a great experience for us. On the flip side, the private tour does come out to be a bit expensive, so maybe a breakfast and/or lunch can be added to it.

Product ID: 478342

Activity provider:Lanka tours and transfers

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