Overview
Discover Sri Lanka’s top highlights on a private day tour from Kandy to Sigiriya. Choose to climb Sigiriya Lion Rock (UNESCO) or Pidurangala Rock for panoramic views of Sigiriya. Visit Dambulla Cave Temple and enjoy a 3hour 4x4 elephant safari in Minneriya National Park or Eco Park. Prefer culture over wildlife? Select the Sigiriya Village Safari as an optional alternative to the elephant safari. Travel with a private driver-guide by Tuk-Tuk or air-conditioned van, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. - Choose Sigiriya Lion Rock or Pidurangala Rock - Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO) - 3 hour Elephant Safari in Minneriya or Eco Park - Optional Sigiriya Village Safari instead of safari - Private driver-guide with Kandy hotel pickup - Tuk-Tuk or air-conditioned van transport
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Parking Fees
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Muthumariamman Temple or Arulmigu Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil is a Hindu temple in Matale, Sri Lanka. The prefix “Muthu”, literally means “pearl”. "Mari" means rain and "Amman" means mother in Tamil language. The temple is dedicated to Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility.
Stop 2
Choose to climb the iconic Sigiriya Lion Rock or opt for Pidurangala Rock. Sigiriya offers ancient frescoes, mirror walls, and stunning summit views from this UNESCO World Heritage fortress.
Stop 3
Choose between climbing Sigiriya Lion Rock or Pidurangala Rock as an optional alternative. From Pidurangala, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Sigiriya—perfect for unforgettable photos.
Stop 4
Minneriya National Park is a national park in North Central Province of Sri Lanka.
Stop 5
Choose the Sigiriya Village Tour as an optional alternative to the Elephant Safari. Experience authentic rural life, traditional farming, and warm local hospitality in a peaceful village setting.
Stop 6
Dambulla Cave Temple is one of the most important ancient temple in the world. Temple built inside the cave is a unique history goes back to thousands of years.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels