Sri Lanka · Archaeology

14-Hour Sigiriya and Dambulla Tour from Colombo with Cave Temple

14 Hours Round trip from Colombo Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Ascend Sigiriya Rock Fortress for breathtaking panoramic views
02 Explore the ancient cave paintings and sculptures at Dambulla Cave Temple
03 Marvel at the opulent Golden Temple adorned with intricate artwork
04 Discover two of Sri Lanka's most iconic historic and cultural sites in one day

Embark on a full-day tour from Colombo to discover the wonders of Sigiriya and Dambulla. Ascend Sigiriya Rock Fortress for breathtaking panoramic views, explore the ancient cave paintings and sculptures of Dambulla Cave Temple, and admire the lavish Golden Temple. This journey offers an immersive look into the rich history, archaeology, and culture of two of Sri Lanka's most iconic sites.

Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress and palace built by King Kashyapa during the reign of 473 - 495, standing majestically 660 feet straight up.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Colombo, Dambulla, Sigiriya

Languages English, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. The rock towers 160 m above the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. The major attractions are spread across five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life.

Day 02

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress and palace built by King Kashyapa during the reign of 473 - 495, standing majestically 660 feet straight up. It is located in the northern Matale district, near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. The word Sigiriya, or Sinhagiri, means the Lion's Rock, and you must climb 1,200 steps before reaching the Lion Rock Fortress at the top of Sigiriya.