Kandy: Sigiriya Fortress & Cave Temple Full Day Private Tour

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
29 reviews
Activity provider:
Beyond Escapes
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Kandy: Sigiriya Fortress & Cave Temple Full Day Private Tour
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
29 reviews

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage monuments of Sigiriya on a guided tour of the rock fortress and amazing Dambulla cave temple complex. Stop at a spice garden in Matale and more.

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Duration 12 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pick-up possible from your hotel in Kandy & Peradeniya
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5 out of 5 stars
D
David – United Kingdom

Amazing tour my guide and driver were brilliant very knowledgeable would highly recommend this. It is tiring so many steps,but worth it the views are really amazing.

5 out of 5 stars
A
Antia – Spain

Fantastic day, great knowledgeable and friendly guide, stunning scenery and beautiful food. Perfect!

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Itinerary

  • 2 pickup location options:

    Peradeniya, Kandy

  • Car

    (1 hour)

    Matale

    Break time, Visit (1 hour)

    Optional

  • Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking (2 hours)

  • Dambulla

    Lunch (1 hour)

  • Sigiriya Fortress

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking (2 hours)

  • Car

    (1.5 hours)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Kandy, Peradeniya

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit the golden-hued rock fortress of Sigiriya
  • Explore the Dambulla cave temple complex
  • Go to a spice garden in Matale
  • Take souvenir photos of the statues of Buddha and Vishnu

Full description

Following early morning pick-up from your hotel in Kandy, travel by chauffeur-driven vehicle to Sigiriya.

Upon arrival, climb the rock fortress of golden-hued granite, chosen by King Kasyapa at the site for his new capital. Get stunning views of the surrounding plains, which in the rainy season can turn into a delightful water garden.

Continue to the Dambulla cave temple complex, built by the 1st-century King Walagambahu as a site of worship after his exile from Anuradhapura. Enjoy lunch before the drive back to Kandy, and stop at the spice garden in Matale en route. 

Includes

  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Spice garden visit
  • Local, English-speaking guide
  • Buffet Lunch at Tropical Village Hotel
  • Water Bottles & Snacks
  • Parking Fees
  • All government taxes
  • Tips for the guides
  • Any others expenses not mentioned above
  • Entry fee to the Sigiriya rock fortress USD 35 (Can be purchased onsite)
  • Dambulla cave temple USD 7 (Can be purchased onsite)

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Camera

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • The duration of the transfers is approximate. The exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • All visitors to Buddhist and Hindu temples are expected to remove footwear and hats. Shoulders and knees should also be covered

From $90 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5
4.6 out of 5 stars

based on 29 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.1/5
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David – United KingdomJanuary 21, 2022 – Verified booking
Amazing tour my guide and driver were brilliant very knowledgeable would highly recommend this. It is tiring so many steps,but worth it the views are really amazing.
5 out of 5 stars
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Antia – SpainJanuary 18, 2020 – Verified booking
Fantastic day, great knowledgeable and friendly guide, stunning scenery and beautiful food. Perfect!
5 out of 5 stars
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Sylvana – GermanyApril 11, 2019 – Verified booking
Highly recommend!!! I was picked up on time. The trips were fast and safe. The guide Dhanushka was very friendly and responded to my wishes. I got a lot of useful informations about the tour and the sights. You really don't have to worry about anything anymore. That's how it should be on holiday. Thank you.

Product ID: 90162

Activity provider:
Beyond Escapes

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