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Trip Info
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On Request
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Kandy
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Kandy
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All Year
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Guided
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English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish
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On Request
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Available
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Car or Van
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10 - 12 hrs
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3
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99
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1 - 20
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Sightseeing, Temple Visit, Trekking
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Culture, History, Nature, Adventure
Overview
The Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour provides a comprehensive journey through the cultural and historical landmarks of Sri Lanka. The tour commences with a visit to the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its stunning vistas, meticulously designed gardens, and exquisite frescoes. Following this, participants will proceed to the Dambulla Cave Temple, another UNESCO site, renowned for its remarkably preserved Buddhist statues and intricate murals housed within a series of striking caves. This excursion seamlessly blends elements of nature, history, and spirituality, offering travelers an enriched appreciation of Sri Lanka's diverse heritage, all within a single day of discovery.
Trip Highlights
- Commence your Day Tour of Sigiriya and Dambulla with a pick-up from Kandy at 7:00 AM. Your first destination will be the renowned Sigiriya Lion Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that rises 200 meters above the adjacent plains.
- Commence your ascent at 9:00 AM, dedicating 2-3 hours to explore the intriguing history of this ancient fortress constructed by King Kashyapa in the 5th century. Navigate the staircase bordered by massive lion paws, which guides you to sweeping views, exquisite gardens, and detailed frescoes that embellish the rock's surfaces. Upon reaching the peak, take in the remnants of the king's palace and relish the stunning panoramas of the adjacent landscape.
- Following your exploration of Sigiriya, you are invited to savor lunch at a local restaurant from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, prior to your visit to the Dambulla Cave Temple.
- This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to more than 150 Buddha statues, with the interior walls embellished with detailed murals that are over 2,000 years old. While navigating through the five sacred caves, visitors will find a variety of representations of Lord Buddha and illustrations from Buddhist mythology, which provide profound understanding of Sri Lanka's spiritual legacy. The cave complex is situated on a hill, offering breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape.
- This tour, lasting between 10 to 12 hours, provides a unique combination of historical insights, cultural exploration, and scenic beauty, ensuring a remarkable experience.
