About the Kandy Day Tour:
- After picked up at 8:00 am from the hotel in Kandy, you will explore the most popular places in Kandy, including Bahirwa Kanda hill which has a massive Buddha statue standing upon it.
- Pay a visit to the Royal Botanical Gardens and witness the exquisite collection of orchids.
- Set off on an adventurous hike to the Udawattakele Forest Reserve and relish the magnificent vistas on the way.
- Embark upon a spiritual Kandy city tour by visiting Tooth Relic temple situated in the royal palace complex. This temple has preserved Buddha’s sacred tooth since time unknown.
- Head towards Kandy View Point and capture the most panoramic shots with your loved ones.
- Take a break from the Kandy day tour and enjoy the scrumptious meals at a well-known restaurant.
- Learn about the local delicacies and drinks of the city at Mawanella spice garden and Girigama Tea factory. At 4:00 pm approx. you will be drop off to your hotel.
About The Kandy City:
Popular as the cultural capital of Sri Lanka, Kandy City is known for its alluring temples and numerous sightseeing spots. A typical Kandy day tour is a perfect blend of scenic attractions, religious shrines, food joints, and historical monuments. From relaxing in the Royal Botanical Garden to enjoying the city view from the back of Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue, there are a wide array of activities that Kandy city tour offers to its visitors.
If you wish to delve into the rich history of Kandy, don’t forget to explore the iconic temple of Tooth Relic which has held a tooth of Buddha since ages. On your visit to this temple, you can also soak in the beauty of its nearby Kandy lake. This lake is the most sought-after spot in the city which lures the visitors with its isolated surroundings.
Kandy city also encompasses some really popular restaurant which will leave you gaping in awe of its delicious local cuisines. Some of the popular restaurants in this area include The Kandy Garden Cafe, Foodlands, and Licensed To Grill.
About the Sigiriya Rock Fortress:
Embark on a journey of a lifetime at the
stunning Sigiriya rock fortress, locally
known as the eighth wonder of the world. Tucked away between the charming towns
of Dambulla and Habarana and perched on a rocky nearly 400 above the sea level,
Lion’s Rock fortress is a mesmerizing sight that will leave you speechless. The
main entrance is flanked by symmetrical water gardens and tiny islands.
Visit Sri Lanka’s top attraction in one stress-free trip on this half-day tour to Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and gain extra insight into this UNESCO-listed treasures with a guide to provide commentary and reveal the must-sees and history of each site.
About the tour:
-You will be picked up from your hotel by Tuk-Tuk and drive to Sigiriya.
-Enjoy sightseeing at Sigiriya rock fortress.
-As the tour concludes, you will be dropped off to your hotel.
Timings: 8:00 am - 11:30 am
Duration: 3.5 Hours
Starting/Ending Point: Your Hotel from Dambulla
Note:
-Minimum 2 people are required to book this tour.
-Maximum 8 people are required to book this tour.
- Habarana, located 210 km north east from Colombo is the transit point for the large herds of wild elephants at the National Parks of Minneriya and Kaudulla.
- Get ready for an amazing elephant safari as you enthrall in this 4 hour activity, starting at around 10 AM
- The ride would take you over the main road, the pathways, villages, jungles, swamp and river. Post this embark on a boat ride to visualize local village life.
- Learn the unique ways and the culture of the locals during a village tour.
- Hop onto a boat and reach the river bank - transfer to a village house by a jeep for a scrumptious local village lunch.
- Return with a bag full of memories as your tour concludes at around 2 PM.