Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple all inclusive Private Day Trip
Description
Spend 15-hours on this private day trip exploring Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Sigiriya Museum with your friendly guide. Visit the Seated Buddha 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. This tour includes meals, transportation and entrance fees.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sigiriya Rock, a granite outcrop rising from scrubland areas that transform into water gardens during the rainy season. Then, climb the metal steps to the rocktop: home to a ruined fifth-century fortress. View the frescoes en route and explore the relics on the summit, the remnants of a royal citadel built by King Kasyapa.
UNESCO-listed Rock Temple of Dambulla: five hill caves converted into a temple in the first century BC and filled with Buddha statues. Inspect the caves with their stunning wall and ceiling murals as your guide shares Dambulla's history.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pickup from anywhere in Colombo,Dehiwela,Mt-Lavania,Negombo, and Kandy, anywhere from colombo we can pickup
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking, however, infant meals not included
- A significant amount of walking is involved during the climb up Lion's Rock
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Reviews(13)
Monumental, there are no other words, this site is of course too popular but how can it be otherwise. So breathtaking, at the time when it was built with the means at their disposal we can hardly imagine the scale of the work even if we are told that the rock was a little drowned in dirt that facilitated access... you have to go early to avoid the large crowd but do not expect to be alone.
thanks
On the day of the tour, nobody picked up and we had a wasted day. The tour company said it had not heard from Viator. I will never use Viator again.
sorry for the inconvenience, hopefully you get the full refund.?
I found the visit to Dambulla Cave Temple somewhat underwhelming, and the repeated attempts to squeeze rupees out of us tourists irritating and tainted the visit. Appreciate that money is needed to maintain a historic site like this, but I'd rather pay more on the door and be left alone inside! Sigiriya Rock did not disappoint, however. The climb is challenging - especially if you suffer from even mild vertigo - but the scenery is truly breathtaking, even before you reach the summit. Word of advice - make sure you bring a hat or a brolley - the sun was punishing on my climb and there’s not a lot of shade once you get going. Also - a shout out to my driver, Anthony who was excellent (as was the transport). Thank you, I had a terrific day.
I went sigiriya with my friends. We choose Recharge travels for our trip. The van was very very comfortable 7 seater KDH van . Driver also very friendly person we got. Nicely they arranged the trip. Recharge travels make a unforgettable tour . Thankyou for the all team.
由於我這次是出差的關係並沒有兌換當地貨幣，所以這個全包價令你旅行期間幾乎全程不需要支付任何額外費用。除了司機遲到半小時這一點，整個行程都很棒。在我要求的時間早上7點從酒店接我，並在晚上7點左右送我到機場乘坐午夜航班回國。 兩個到訪過的地方都非常好，是你不應該錯過的, 否則不要說你去過斯里蘭卡。記得要穿長褲或裙，因為他們需要你蓋上膝蓋。在進入Dambulla Cave Temple的入口之前，您需要脫鞋。記得準備Rp25做鞋子的保管費。司機會帶你到入口並給你買門票, 之後就會返回者上等你。在錫吉里耶岩石景區的入口區會有人問你是否需要導遊，但因為我比較喜歡獨自自由地四處走走，所以我沒有問他們收費要多少。 也許這次到訪是在上次炸彈恐襲之後不久，這兩個景點的遊人都沒太多，這使反而使得我這次旅程變得非常放鬆和安靜。
<p>So happy I got the chance to visit Sri Lanka: a beautiful small country with warm and welcoming people. Both Sigiriya rock and Dambulla Temple are must sees. From the capital, took us about 4h to reach Sigiriya by private deluxe mini-van. The history around Sigiriya is quite nice and the views are breathtaking. So are the more than 1000 steps to climb up to the top... All worth to see the view and the paintings in the caves. <br/> Dambulla temple is also a place not to be missed. The statues, the temples beneath the rocks, the monkeys... <br/> Our driver Mohammed did his best to drive us safely and comfortably in the long itinerary from Colombo. The guide in Sigiriya was also very knowledgeable and patient. 10 out of 10.</p>
I was staying in Colombo for a few days, and at the last minute booked this tour. For what other companies were trying to charge me, I got much more out of this one. My tour guide (Yogen) was exceptionally helpful and very informative. Once at Sigiriya he checked me into the park and cautioned me about what some people might do to try and swindle me. The sights were incredible, the food was delicious, and the guide was acceptional. Don't look at other tours, this is the one you want.
<p>The trip was fantastic. My drive/guide, Sugantan, was fantastic. I was traveling alone, and he graciously kept me company and was flexible enough to adapt the itinerary during the day. He was open and happy to entertain any questions I had about Sri Lanka.</p>
<p>I booked this tour during my business trip to Sri Lanka. Overall, the experience was great. Big thanks to my tour guide and driver, Anthony from Recharge Tours who was punctual, helpful, and friendly. One of the greatest thing he did was trying to arrange the journey in order to give me enough time to cover all the point of interests with sufficient time. He also has good local knowledge of the attractions, and has a great sense of humor. Thanks to Anthony. I will definitely recommend Anthony to my friends who plans to visit Sri Lanka.</p>
<p>Very nice tour. Totally recommended for people who donot have much time. The driver was super helpful and friendly. My only concern was the lunch, it was not the best ... not bad but not good. but overall I enjoyed the day. The view from the top is incredible</p>
