Day tour to Minneriya National Park,Sigiriya & Dambulla from Kandy
Description
Our driver collect you from the hotel in Kandy (city limited hotels) as earlier as possible ( around 7 am or before) transfer to Sigiriya – Approximately 2-3 hours drive before go to the Sigiriya a short visit Matale Hindu temple, one hour drive to Dambulla for Visiting Dambulla cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site which Lord Buddha’s life is painted on the walls of the cave which is believed to be done during the 2nd century. After visiting cave temple, Lunch at a recommended restaurant after having lunch, Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress at evening
Tour Options
Itinerary
We can prepare you for anything on your holiday - and safeguard from hidden dangers in this case We will send a experience and expert driver with good quality of conditioned car or van, who drive carefully in Sri Lankan Roads, well expert in activities, trustworthy of your day tour. * Pick up from your Hotel in Kandy hotel at 7 am and transfer to Sigiriya * Visit Matale Hindu temple at 8 am explore the temple half & hour) *Drive to Dambulla on the way a stop for Aurvedic Village at 9 am and discover the village 1 hours *A stop for tasting the fresh corn and King cocoanut at 10.30 am on your drive to Dambulla *Climb the cave temple at 11 am *Drive to Sigiriya at 12 pm *A stop for having your Lunch at a recommended restaurant *Proceed to Safari Jeep at 2.30 pm for enjoying the national park *Drive back to Kandy around 5-6 pm * Transfer to Kandy
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you all hotel within 5KM range, although can provide the tour all other hotels out side of the 5km range with extra cost
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code when you entered to the Cave temple and Matale Hindu temple, the nee should be coverd
Reviews(105)
We visited Sigiriya, had lunch at a local restaurant, rode a safari jeep, and finally visited Dambulla Cave Temple. Every part of the tour was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Mr Irfan, was very kind and friendly, and he made our day fun and memorable. Highly recommended!
My experience with Irfan, was great. There was a prompt pick up early in the morning to start a full itinerary. He was very nice and provided helpful information every step of the way. Also made a pit stop for some fresh mango which was delicious. The whole full day experience couldn't have been better.
The whole day was amazing. Our driver Irfan ensured it ran smoothly and to time. He was not only a safe driver but full of information and care. The cave temples were fascinating, the walk onto the summit of Sigiriya was a challenge. But worth the effort. My children (11 & 13) managed it with a few stops and plenty of water. The safari capped off the day, we saw 3 groups of elephants of all ages. Not a cheap day as you have to pay admission/ safari driver and jeep for all 3 sites. Overall a most memorable day. With special thanks to Irfan, for whom nothing was too much trouble.
Irfan was a great driver and tourguide. He was able to tell us a lot about Sri Lanka and the people here. We felt comfortable and he was open to adjust the plan to our wishes. We would recommend him!
We have an amaizing experience with our guide and driver Irfan , who did his best giving us information about every visit culture and local life , in addition he did an extra mile with his time since our tour took longer time than expected .highly recommended!!
Dear Mobile, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you had an amazing experience with Irfan. He truly enjoys sharing his knowledge of Sri Lankan culture and local life, and we’re glad his flexibility and dedication made your tour even more special. Thank you for the high recommendation — we truly appreciate it! Best regards, Zameek
That is definitely excellent quality. The initial route is already nice, but also Aaliya managers allowed us to adjust the program for us. Cars are spatial and with good a/c. Drivers are perfect, Mr Shukry was so good that we decided to travel to next points with Aaliya too. And our Kandy-Ella travel was more like a private tour: we visited all points of interest, that I sent to the manager. So even it seems costly to you: you pay for the quality.
Dear Иван С, Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful review. We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour to Minneriya, Sigiriya and Dambulla with us. We’re glad that our team was able to adjust the program to suit your preferences and make the experience more comfortable and personalized. It’s great to know you found the car spacious and well air-conditioned, and we’re especially happy to hear that Mr. Shukry provided exceptional service throughout your journey. He will be very pleased to hear your kind words. We’re honored that you chose to continue your travels from Kandy to Ella with us as well. Providing a private, flexible and high-quality experience is exactly what we strive for, and your recognition means a lot to our entire team. Thank you once again for choosing Aaliya Tours. We hope to welcome you back for more memorable adventures in Sri Lanka! Warm regards, Zameek
One day travel from Kandy do Sigiria and National park with this Company was the best decition I made to visit this region! My driver - Ilham, was flexible, he listen to my needs, he is very kind and carring person! He cares about me as for a friend - not client! I have visited cool and interesting places around thanks to his recomendation - spieces factory ruled by goverment is must to visit if you have time on the way! For me it was a day I wanted to rest a bit so insted of hikking on the top of Lion Rock I had a massage in lovely spa! Anyway I so the Lion Rock from lovely view point! I also had afternoon Safari and it was incradeble expirence! I was able to watch so many elephants and unusuall situation when 2 of them was fighting - that was amazing - but the most important I felt safe as a solo traveler with Ilham! Besides he has nice personality he is also good and safe driver! Highly recomendation for company and Ilham!
Dear Agata, Thank you so much for your wonderful and heartfelt review. We are truly delighted to hear that your one-day trip from Kandy to Sigiriya and the National Park was such a memorable experience. We’re especially happy that Mr. Ilham made your journey enjoyable, flexible, and comfortable. His kindness, caring nature, and ability to treat guests like friends—not clients—are qualities we value deeply. Your words will mean a lot to him. It’s great to know that you enjoyed all the interesting stops along the way, including the spice garden, the relaxing spa, and the beautiful viewpoints around Lion Rock. We’re thrilled that your afternoon safari turned into such an unforgettable adventure, especially with the rare sight of elephants interacting so closely. Most importantly, we’re glad you felt safe and supported as a solo traveler. Your safety and comfort are always our top priorities. Thank you again for highly recommending our company and Ilham. We truly appreciate your trust and hope to welcome you back for more amazing experiences in Sri Lanka! Warm regards, Zameek
We had a lovely Day! Our guide Ifaad was so knowledgeable and caring. He adapted to all of our wishes and requests quickly. Thanks you so much :))
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear you had a great day with Mr. Ifaad. He's truly dedicated to making each experience special, and we’re glad he could adapt to your needs so well. We appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you again in the future! 😊🌿 Warm regards, Zameek
We had a great day our with the guide Ilham, he took us to Fambulla cave temple and Sigiyira, after this he arranged a trip to Minneriya national park where we got to see lots of elephants, including a 10 day old baby - he managed to arrange this right at the end of our day trip so we had a unforgettable experience. The driver was also good navigating the sri lankan roads and we felt comfortable and well cared for.
Dear client, I’m glad Ilham looked after you so well — Fambulla Cave Temple and Sigiriya are special sites, and finishing the day with a Minneriya safari (and spotting a 10‑day‑old baby elephant — wow!) sounds absolutely unforgettable. I’ll also pass your praise to the driver for navigating the roads and making you feel safe and comfortable. Hearing this makes our day — thank you for taking the time to tell us. If you’d like, we’d love for you to leave this as a review on our listings so other travellers can find Ilham and our team. And of course, whenever you’re ready to explore more of Sri Lanka, we’d be delighted to plan another trip for you. 🐘✨ Best regard, Zameek
The Dambulla Temple , Sigiriya Lion Rock , and Minneriya National Park Safari Tour was wonderful. Dear Irfan guided us and took care of everything. We thank him very much. The best activity to do from Kandy
Dear Furkan, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time exploring Dambulla Temple, Sigiriya Lion Rock, and the Minneriya National Park Safari. These are truly some of the highlights of Sri Lanka, and we’re glad you enjoyed them. A big thank you from all of us to you — and especially from Irfan, who was happy to guide and take care of everything for you. We’re so pleased to know it was the best activity during your stay in Kandy. Hope to see you again for more adventures in Sri Lanka! Best regards, Zameek
