Sri Lanka · Heritage Walks

Three temples loop with Spice trail (One day tour)

8 Hours Pickup service provided in Kandy. to Drop-off service provided in Kandy. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Gadaladeniya, Lankathilake, and Embekka temples
02 Explore 14th-century heritage near Kandy
03 Walk the Hiripitiya village trail
04 See spice plants and local village life
05 Meet the local community
06 Enjoy a traditional lunch in a village house
07 Taste Sri Lankan sweets and an herbal drink

Discover three remarkable 14th-century temples near Kandy on a cultural day tour that blends heritage, village life, and local flavours. Visit Gadaladeniya, Lankathilake, and Embekka, all located within easy walking distance, making this a rewarding experience for travellers interested in Sri Lanka’s religious and architectural history.

After exploring the temples, continue to the Hiripitiya village trail for a closer look at local life and spice plants. The day also includes a traditional lunch at a village house, along with Sri Lankan sweets and an herbal drink for an authentic rural experience.

Discover three remarkable 14th-century temples near Kandy on a cultural day tour that blends heritage, village life, and local flavours.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Kandy

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Tour Itinerary

The three temples (Gadaladeniya,Lankathilake,Embekka) have been made in the 14th century before the Kandyan Kingdom was fully established. These temples are three located within easy walking distance which is given another unforgettable experience for heritage lovers.

Lunch at a village house

After you will start towards the Hiripitiya village trail. Your tour around the village will include Spice plants local village life followed up by a treat with Sri Lankan sweets and an herbal drink.

Highlights of the tour

• Visit three temples (Gadaladeniya,Lankathilake,Embekka)

• Walking to Hiripitiya village trail

• Experience of pristine spice plants

• Meeting local community at the village

• Traditional lunch will be served in a village house

The route