10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Central Province That You Shouldn't Miss

January 19, 2022 Cedrick Jardin

Discover the best top things to do in Central Province, Sri Lanka including Private Kandy Day Tour from Colombo, Sigiriya and Cave Temple with Pidurangala Rock - Full Day Private Tour, Day Tour from Colombo to Sigiriya, Pidurangala Rock & National park safari , Day Excursion from kandy to Sigiriya, Pidurangala Rock & National park safari, Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Cave Temples Private Day Trip, Day Tour from Dambulla to Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive), Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour (All Inclusive), Private Dambulla Sigiriya Tour with Lunch, 3 Days Tour to Kandy Nuwara Eliya & Sigiriya from Colombo.
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1. Private Kandy Day Tour from Colombo

Colombo, Colombo, Western Province Mam Holidays
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This is a private, Kandy Day Tour from Colombo to visit some of the most attractive destinations including the Susantha Spice and Herbal Garden, Embilmeegama Tea Factory, Lunch, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue and Kandy View Point.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off at Colombo City Center Area or Colombo Port, Professional English speaking Chauffeur or guide, Transportation in Private A/C vehicle, Private tour, Sightseeing as described, Bottle of water, Tasty Lanka Lunch at local restaurant, Lunch, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Any item not included in inclusions

Reviewed By Enidxx

A wonderful overview of Colombo from our delightful, knowledgable and accomodating guide, Gayan. He adapted the tour to our requirements. Highly recommended!

2. Sigiriya and Cave Temple with Pidurangala Rock - Full Day Private Tour

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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

Inclusions: Afternoon tea, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By Chrlesde

Great and perfect tour for the price and also we would like thank our guide lakmal who guided us for the attractions.Everything was perfect and highly recommend.

3. Day Tour from Colombo to Sigiriya, Pidurangala Rock & National park safari

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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. Minneriya safari takes you on an exclusive ride through the Minneriya National Park which is highly famed for its elephants and wildlife.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Entrance Tickets, Price for Safari Jeep hire

Reviewed By Aeskulap1

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.

4. Day Excursion from kandy to Sigiriya, Pidurangala Rock & National park safari

JK Travels
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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. Minneriya safari takes you on an exclusive ride through the Minneriya National Park which is highly famed for its elephants and wildlife.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, EntranceTickets, Price for Safari Jeep Hire

Reviewed By Aeskulap1

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.

5. Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Cave Temples Private Day Trip

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Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple are two of Sri Lanka’s top sights, but impossible to visit in one day by public transport. This private tour from Colombo, Negombo or Kandy takes you to both in a day by private air-conditioned vehicle. Explore Sigiriya’s fifth-century Rocktop ruins and visit Dambulla’s Buddha-filled caves, all with insights from your driver-guide, and with lunch included

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, All Local Taxes & Charges

Exclusions: Food & Drinks except Lunch, Entrance Fees

Reviewed By 123Tx4

Ashiq Aswar is a superb tour guide! Him and Rizni took my family around on a tour of Colombo that included shopping and then a tour of the outskirts of a bee farm, spice gardens a private tour visiting and riding elephants. We had a great lunch in a clean and air-conditioned restaurant. The van was clean and comfortable. They picked us up and dropped us back. This trip was actually in the early part of last year in spring, but the calendar on Trip Advisor only goes back to summer of last year. They were very attentive, very caring and personable. I would highly recommend Ashiq and Kingfisher tours to anyone visiting Colombo, Sri Lanka ????????

6. Day Tour from Dambulla to Sigiriya & Polonnaruwa

Dambulla, Sri Lanka Travel with krishan
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If you get this tour with us no need rent bicycle we have special licence for going to inside city with our personal vehicle. So do you get our best service we are ready to give you unforgettable tour for you. on the way from Sigiriya to polonnaruwa we can show you maybe wild elephant in jungle and some animals. We have very good knowledge about this area.

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Reviewed By samihatraveling

On the recommendation of Krishan we spontaneously decided to go on a Tuk Tuk Safari and it was amazing! We saw many wild Elephants. Krishan was very patient and always kind. We stayed at Sandras Guesthouse and his family were always warm. Thank you and best regards from Germany

7. Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive)

Kalutara, Sri Lanka Overa Tours
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Don't miss Sigiriya rock fortress and Dambulla cave temple when you are in Sri Lanka. Both places are nominated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sigiriya rock fortress is the most visited tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is sometimes known as the Sigiriya Lion Rock, after its original name “Sinha-Giri”. Dambulla golden rock cave temple was home to thousands of meditating monks since its monastic beginnings in the first century BCE. Today the same cave temple hosts a massive collection of Buddhist murals and sculptures belonging to a pan-Asian artistic tradition. Explore Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel at Colombo or Mount Lavinia in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off to most closely located hotels in Kalutara or Wadduwa., Air conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver., Mineral water during the tour., Lunch at a local restaurant., Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Temple., All government taxes.

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Reviewed By 698susannee

So much more than what we expected!! A great place to visit if you are crazy over elephants and leopards

8. Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour (All Inclusive)

Colombo, Sri Lanka Overa Tours
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Don't miss Sigiriya rock fortress and Dambulla cave temple when you are in Sri Lanka. Both places are nominated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sigiriya rock fortress is the most visited tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is sometimes known as the Sigiriya Lion Rock, after its original name “Sinha-Giri”. Dambulla golden rock cave temple was home to thousands of meditating monks since its monastic beginnings in the first century BCE. Today the same Dambulla cave temple hosts a massive collection of Buddhist murals and sculptures belonging to a pan-Asian artistic tradition. Explore Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel at Colombo or Mount Lavinia in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off to most closely located hotels in mentioned locations., Air conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver., Mineral water during the tour., Lunch at a local restaurant., Entrance fees to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Temple., All government taxes.

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Reviewed By 698susannee

So much more than what we expected!! A great place to visit if you are crazy over elephants and leopards

9. Private Dambulla Sigiriya Tour with Lunch

Mahaweli Tours & Holidays
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Sigiriya Rock Fortress the 8th Wonder of the World is considered as a placed not to be missed by anybody who visits this beautiful Island. Pidurangala rock another historical place located next to Sigirya and has become a trending place with among both locals and foreigners. Dambulla Cave Temple is known as one of the oldest and biggest rock temples in the world. The Safari at Minneriya National Park will make your trip complete. This 04 hour off road trip will allow you to see hundreds of Elephants in their natural behavior at their own place. Tour in a traditional village is another interesting item you can add for the day.  These key places are located within close proximity. Situated in the Matale District, Central Province of Sri Lanka, situated 148 km (92 mi) north-east of Colombo and 72 km (45 mi) north of Kandy.

Inclusions: All taxes and fees for the vehicle and chauffeur, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private small-group tour, Transport by private air-conditioned minivan, Landing and facility fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, A very good Sri Lankan lunch with Rice & Curries and tropical salads. Complimentary fruit juice is included too.

Exclusions: Entrance fees for Sigirya, Minneriya National Park, Dambulla Cave Temple, Cost for the off-road Jeep for the safari

Reviewed By shahenai2020

The hike to Knuckles Mountain range was well organised by Mahaweli Tours. We were provided with a good guide who knew his way about well and we felt safe throughout the trek. We were also looked after well and enjoyed the experience. There was fun and entertainment and chatter to keep us motivated to go up the mountains and we got to experience a nice cold waterfall bath too! 5 stars to both Prasad and Ajith for providing us with this experience.

10. 3 Days Tour to Kandy Nuwara Eliya & Sigiriya from Colombo

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Come fall in love with Sri Lanka's best tourist spots within 3 days. You can witness more than 3 beautiful cities in this tour while traveling you can explore such things as below  Visit Kandy is a bustling city built around a lake in central Sri Lanka. It is listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO and is considered one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist World. It can be beautiful, loud and peaceful, depending on where you go.  Experience the coolest place in Sri Lanka – Nuwara Eliya, view the breathtaking scenery.  Climbing a rock - if you’re in good shape and don’t stop to look at things, it’ll take you less than 30 minutes to climb all the way to the top of the rock. If you need a few breaks along the way or simply want to stop often to take photos and admire the view, it’ll take an hour and a half to two hours to climb up and go back down

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by air-conditioned (Bus/ Van/ Car), Hotel pickup and drop-off, English Speaking Dinner Cum Guide, Bottle Water, Complimentary WiFi Excess During the Travel (Subjected To Availability)

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Reviewed By 203senuria

It’s a great experience. The ambiance is very welcoming and charming. Amazing food and service. Staff are extremely polite and friendly and I just want to say that, in addition to awesome food, we had a delightful waiter, “Dhanushka”. He had just the right balance of friendliness and efficiency. He recognized that we wanted time to visit and made certain that we had everything we needed.

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