Kandy City Sightseeing and Ambuluwawa Tower by Tuk Tuk Tour
Description
A scenic drive from Kandy leads to the unique Ambuluwawa Tower, where stunning 360-degree views await. After exploring the tower, dive into the world of Ceylon tea at a lush tea garden and factory, witnessing the traditional tea-making process. Visit the Royal Botanical Garden in Peradeniya, featuring over 4,000 plant species, and discover Sri Lanka’s gem-mining heritage at the Gem Factory and Museum. Experience the tranquility of the historic Asgiriya Rajamaha Viharaya, learn about healing traditions at a spice garden, and marvel at the Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue. Conclude with an engaging Kandyan Cultural Dance Show for a vibrant taste of Sri Lankan culture. - Scenic drive from Kandy to Ambuluwawa Tower with panoramic views - Visit a tea garden and factory to learn about traditional tea-making - Explore the Royal Botanical Garden and Gem Factory & Museum - Enjoy a vibrant Kandyan Cultural Dance Show to end the tour
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Itinerary
Ambuluwawa Tower is a unique multi-religious tower located on a mountain near Gampola, Sri Lanka. It offers stunning 360-degree views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The spiral staircase to the top is narrow and adventurous, making it a popular spot for both nature lovers and thrill-seekers.
Temple of the Tooth OR Sri Dalada Maligawa is a sacred Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha, making it one of the most important religious sites in the country. The temple features beautiful Kandyan architecture and attracts pilgrims and visitors from around the world. It is also part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Bahirawakanda or Big Buddha Temple is a peaceful hilltop temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka, known for its giant white Buddha statue. The statue stands about 26 meters tall and can be seen from many parts of the city. Visitors can climb to the top for panoramic views of Kandy and its surrounding hills. It’s a quiet spot ideal for reflection and photography.
Herbal and spice gardens in Sri Lanka offer visitors an immersive experience into the country's rich traditions of Ayurveda and natural healing. These gardens showcase a diverse array of plants, including cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, and various medicinal herbs, providing insights into their cultivation and uses in traditional medicine and cooking. Visitors can enjoy guided tours where knowledgeable staff explain the benefits of different plants, often accompanied by demonstrations of how these herbs are processed into oils, teas, and remedies. Some gardens also offer opportunities to purchase these natural products, allowing guests to take a piece of Sri Lanka's herbal heritage home with them.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer free hotel pickup and drop-off within a 7 km radius of Kandy city. The Kandy Railway Station is also included as a designated meeting point.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(38)
Very nice experience. The driver was very nice and knew a lot about the city! He took his time for us.
Thorough enjoyed the experience, the guides made us feel at ease and were easing going. They had good general knowledge and history
Amazing experience. Higly recommend
This was a great day trip, so good we went back again the next day. Our driver knew the shortcuts to beat the heavy Kandy traffic, was knowledgeable about each place we went and wasn’t offended when we opted to not do a few of the side ventures such as a wood carving shop.
nice driver and visited many places，The tour guide was very patient and friendly, and I had a wonderful time.
It was good because I was able to go to the tourist destination I wanted to go to in Sri Lanka.
I did this tour in February 2026. I only had one day to tour Kandy and this seemed like the best available option. It was an excellent tour and I highly recommend it.
I have just finished this tour on Tuesday 24th February 2026. My tuk tuk driver and tour guide was Thiwanka. He shared his excellent knowledge of the various sites and Sri Lankan history. He's also a very good driver on those crazy roads. I enjoyed the tour and I learned A LOT from Thiwanka. If you visit Kandy and want to see and learn plenty, this tour is a great option.
We found ourselves with a free day in Kandy, had already visited the Temple of the Sacred Tooth and the Royal Botanical Gardens, and just wanted a general tour of the city and to visit Ambuluwawa Tower. The weather forecast wasn’t favourable, but Rohan got us to the tower before the rain began, and then did his utmost to make the best of the rest of the tour. The rain, however, got heavier and heavier as the day progressed, and we decided to cut the tour short. Rohan was clearly disappointed, wanting to showcase the best of his city and deliver full value for money for the booking. It wasn’t his fault the weather proved unsociable, and his driving in heavy rain and heavy traffic is to be applauded. I can certainly recommend this tour, and Rohan for his safe driving, knowledge of the area, willingness to tailor the tour to our needs, and narrative as we travelled.
We had a free day in Kandy, had already visited the Temple of the Sacred Tooth and the Royal Botanical Gardens, and just wanted a general tour of the city, and to visit Ambuluwawa Tower. The weather forecast wasn’t great, but Rohan got us to the tower before the rain began, and then did his utmost to make the best of the rest of the tour. The rain, however, got heavier and heavier as the day progressed, and we decided to cut the trip short. Rohan was clearly disappointed, wanting to show off the best of his city and deliver value for money for our booking. It wasn’t his fault the weather proved unsociable, and his driving in heavy rain and heavy traffic was to be applauded. I can certainly recommend this tour, and Rohan for his safe driving, knowledge of the area, willingness to tailor the tour to our needs, and narrative as we travelled.
