Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla, on this private day trip with a personal guide — a must-do activity when visiting Sri Lanka. You’re chauffeured in the comfort of your own vehicle for the approximate 4-hour drive from Negombo, Colombo or Mount Lavinai. Climb the 5th-century fortress on a sightseeing tour of the 8th Wonder of the World. After lunch, tour the impressive cave temple and marvel at its Buddha statues.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla
Hear personalized commentary from a knowledgeable guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle from Colombo, Negombo or Mt Lavinia
Highlights
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled Water
Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
Professional English Speaking Chauffer Guide
All Local Taxes & Charges
Private Air Conditioned Vehicle
Food & Drinks
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla, on this private day trip with a personal guide — a must-do activity when visiting Sri Lanka. You’re chauffeured in the comfort of your own vehicle for the approximate 4-hour drive from Negombo, Colombo or Mount Lavinai. Climb the 5th-century fortress on a sightseeing tour of the 8th Wonder of the World. After lunch, tour the impressive cave temple and marvel at its Buddha statues.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla
Hear personalized commentary from a knowledgeable guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle from Colombo, Negombo or Mt Lavinia
Highlights
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
14 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled Water
Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
Professional English Speaking Chauffer Guide
All Local Taxes & Charges
Private Air Conditioned Vehicle
Food & Drinks
Itinerary
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Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
Early morning leave for Sigiriya (approx. 4 hours drive) and climb the 5th-century Sigiriya rock fortress. Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ' the Lion Rock'. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.
3 hours
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Dambulla Cave Temple
Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.
On completion of this visit, you will be driven back to your hotel (approx. 4 hours drive)
