Sri Lanka · City Tours

1-Day Kandy City Tour with Temple of the Tooth and Kandyan Dance

1 Day Round trip from Kandy Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Stroll around the picturesque Kandy Lake
02 Witness the revered Temple of the Tooth
03 Explore Kandy's colonial-era architecture
04 Visit the lush Peradeniya Botanical Gardens
05 Explore a gem museum and Kandy's vibrant art scene

Discover the essence of Kandy in one day, from tranquil walks around Kandy Lake to sacred Buddhist heritage at the Temple of the Tooth. This tour also showcases the city's colonial architecture, the botanical beauty of Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, and the sparkle of its gem and arts scene. Complete the experience with a traditional Kandyan dance show and immerse yourself in Kandy's diverse treasures.

Stroll around Kandy Lake, located at the heart of the city.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Kandy

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kandy City, Culture and Gardens Tour

Visit Kandy, a large city in the Central Province set on a plateau surrounded by mountains that are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforests.
Stroll around Kandy Lake, located at the heart of the city.
See sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Daladamaligawa) Shrine, celebrated with the grand Esela Perahara annual procession.
Go on a Kandy city tour to see colonial buildings.
Head to the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.
Explore the Gem Museum and Kandy Art & Crafts.
Enjoy the traditional Kandyan dance show.