Sri Lanka · Archaeology

2-Day Dambulla and Kandy Archaeological Tour with Sigiriya

2 Days Round trip from Sigiriya Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the impressive Dambulla Cave Temple, dating back to the 1st century BC
02 Climb Sigiriya Rock, the ancient fortress known as the 'Eighth' wonder of the world
03 Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy's royal palace complex
04 Walk through the Royal Botanic Garden in Peradeniya
05 Enjoy a cultural program with a fire dance and taste authentic Sri Lankan food

Explore the ancient cities of Dambulla and Kandy on this 2-day trip through some of Sri Lanka's historical and archaeological highlights. Visit the impressive Dambulla Cave Temple, climb Sigiriya Rock, and discover the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic within the royal palace complex of Kandy. Walk through the Royal Botanic Garden in Peradeniya, enjoy a cultural program with a fire dance, and taste authentic Sri Lankan food.

Visit Sigiriya Rock, an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin considered the 'Eighth' wonder of the world.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kandy, Dambulla, Sigiriya

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Dambulla Caves and Sigiriya Rock

Start the tour by visiting the Dambulla Caves, dating back to the 1st century BC and considered the most impressive cave temple in Asia.
Discover five caves beneath a vast overhanging rock, carved with a drip line to keep the interiors dry.
Visit Sigiriya Rock, an ancient rock fortress and palace ruin considered the 'Eighth' wonder of the world. This massive rocky plateau rises 370 meters above sea level.
Proceed back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Kandy Temple, Gardens, and Cultural Show

Have an early breakfast at the hotel.
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a Buddhist temple located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy.
Walk through the Royal Botanic Garden in Peradeniya.
Enjoy a cultural program with a fire dance.
Taste some authentic Sri Lankan food for dinner.