Tours/Anuradhapura/Private Day Trip to Sigiriya , Dambulla and Pidurangala Rock
Viator · Private tour

Private Day Trip to Sigiriya , Dambulla and Pidurangala Rock

4.6(9)Anuradhapura1 hour
VIATOR3.7(3)TRIPADVISOR5.0(6)

Description

Pidurangala is a massive rock formation located a few kilometers north of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka. It has an interesting history closely related to that of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Climbing to the top of Pidurangala Rock is more strenuous than climbing Sigiriya. If you are fit and adventurous it is a climb worth making. It will take you about two hours. There is far less to see on this site than Sigiriya

Tour Options

Pick up From Colombo Hotels
  • Tour to Dambulla and sigiriya from colombo visit Cave temple,Dambulla temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Pickup included
Pick up from Negambo Hotels
  • Tour to Dambulla and sigiriya from Negambo.visit Cave temple,Dambulla temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Pickup included
Pick up from Mount Lavinia
  • Tour to Dambulla and sigiriya from Mount Lavinia.visit Cave temple,Dambulla temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Pickup included
Pick up from sigiriya/Dambulla
  • Pickup included
Pick up from Kandy Hotels
  • Tour to Dambulla and sigiriya from kandy.visit Cave temple,Dambulla temple and Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included120 min

Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo and 72 kilometres north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka

Admission not included180 min

Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres high

Admission not included120 min

Pidurangala is a massive rock formation located a few kilometers north of Sigiriya in Sri Lanka. It has an interesting history closely related to that of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Climbing to the top of Pidurangala Rock is not much easy like sigiriya.

Highlights

English speaking Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Transport by private vehicle

What's included

Included
English speaking Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks
Lunch

Pickup Locations & Times

pick up all travelers from their hotels

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Reviews(9)

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siatlen
May 22, 2026
Best ro go with Wasa, Great Sigiriya !

Truly amazing and no wonder about their service . Sigiriya hike was great and we hired a guide for 20 $ which was worth to get more information sigiriya. It waslong journey and 3 activities. Best to go with wasa for all 3 activities .

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amadej0
January 24, 2026
A Solo Day Journey Through Sri Lanka’s Ancient Wonders That Felt Like Inner Peace and Discovery.

I joined the Private Day Trip to Sigiriya Dambulla and Pidurangala Rock as a solo traveler expecting a normal tour But the day turned into something much deeper and unexpectedly personal The journey started early and the calm morning drive itself felt like a reset When I reached Sigiriya the giant rock rose ahead like a silent guardian Climbing slowly I felt the place’s history around me and the view from the top made me pause in a way I didn’t expect It was not just sightseeing it was a moment of quiet awe Next Dambulla Cave Temple offered a completely different energy Inside the caves the air was cool and still and the ancient statues felt like they were watching over everything I spent time just standing there letting the silence sink in and it felt like a peaceful conversation with history Finally Pidurangala Rock was the highlight for me The climb was peaceful and at the top I watched the sunset over Sigiriya That view simple wide and golden felt like the perfect ending to the day As a solo traveler I didn’t feel alone This trip felt like a personal journey where every place gave a new feeling and every moment brought calm Iwas a complete day of discovery, peace and unforgettable beauty.

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semionif
November 18, 2025
Highly recommend Tour from Colombo

Great and wonderful journey. Sigiriya is amazing and I really love that place. Great view from the top. My guide was excellent and got many information. Really enjoyed and safe driving at all. Highly recommend!

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Johanna_H
November 12, 2023
Sigiriya is amazing

Sigiriya is absolutely one of the great sights in the world, containing the ruins of a 5th century CE castle on a massive monolith, and surrounding gardens. Two levels of challenge- at the very top are the ruins of the palace, but for those of us who are a little less agile and energetic, half way up are 18 original fresco paintings. To make any of this possible or meaningful, get a guide in addition to the entrance fee - $US20 + a tip (minimum 5000 rupiah I think (but I find the tipping culture very confusing ) Before that we went to Dambulla Temple, an amazing Buddhist temple or series of chapels built into the rock, decorated with Buddhist statues and ceiling paintings. As well as the ticket you have to pay for someone to mind your shoes and then you walk bare footed on the one-hot rocks. There were monkeys! The tour is private and the driver is an escort rather than a guide so you need to get most of your information elsewhere. Driving is according to the cultural norm, fast, smooth, lots of overtaking and hand-held phone conversations. My driver Vilan was courteous, helpful, warm, and observant so that he didn't push me into places I wasn't interested in (much appreciated!) but helped me get the best day I could have.

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Aeskulap1
February 27, 2020
A must see site

One of the most valuable historical monuments of Sri Lanka, this ancient palace and fortress complex has significant archaeological importance.Rock plateau formed from magma of an extinct volcano, 200 m high, 1200 steps to the top, since 3th century BC served as a monastery. Once you climbed the top, you enjoy a magnificent view of the surroundings.

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386owenl
January 15, 2020
Amazing trip

Our guide Solitha was honestly amazing. The sites were excellent and his hospitality first class. He invited us to his house afterwards. Best day of our time in sri lanka

Operator response

Thanks for the review. It was a pleasure to serve our hospitality.Our drivers are honestly and well experienced. Hope you will recommend us for your colleagues and friends. Please contact us anytime if you need further assistance on regarding srilanka holiday tours. Thanks

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Chrlesde
January 13, 2020
Great Day Excursion to Sigiriya

Thanks for the team here who arranged a great day out for us.visited Sigiriya and Pidurangala and that was an adventurous tour.Thanks for the everything.Hoping to come back for a full tour with you guys.

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