The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Sigiriya, Central Province

August 21, 2021 Moriah Teneyck

Discover the best top things to do in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka including Sigiriya and Dambulla from Kandy , 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, 7 nights 8 days land tour of Sri Lanka, Beauty of Lion's Rock of Sigiriya and Golden Caves of Dambulla , Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Cave Temples Private Day Trip, Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive), Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour (All Inclusive), Private Dambulla Sigiriya Tour with Lunch.
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1. Sigiriya and Dambulla from Kandy

Lakpura LLC (Kandy)
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(SKU: LK60021100) This 10-hour private day trip takes you through the world of the ancient king Kasyapa, a world filled with advanced architecture in a rock palace and vivid paintings. It also takes you through the cave temple of Dambulla, with its awe-striking art and sculptures. Take this opportunity to see two of the most important places in Sri Lanka’s history.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Kandy., Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle., Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide., Entrance tickets to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple., Bottled water (per person).

Exclusions: Food and drinks., Gratuities (optional).

Reviewed By armyshanaka

#Leather craft Sri Lanka #Kadugannawa Sri Lanka. On your way to Colombo you can see this unique place on to your left hand side. Reasonable rates. #Souvenirs gifts

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

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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. 7 nights 8 days land tour of Sri Lanka

Jagath Tours & Travels
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This tour includes visits to the historical sites of Sri Lanka as well as wildlife safaris and the beach.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Parking Fees, Meet and Greet at airport on arrival.

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By harshimanu

Super friendly, well arranged..They had given best facilities to us..thanku so much..must referred travel agent.

6. Beauty of Lion's Rock of Sigiriya and Golden Caves of Dambulla

Joy Boat Service, Sangaraja Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka Merit Lanka Tours
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This Experience offer you great chance to learn about hidden history of Lion's Rock of Sigiriya . You will gain cluster of knowledge from entrance to exit . You can explore Outer Rampart , Outer Moat , Inner Rampart , Inner Moat , Water Gardens , Boulder Gardens , Terraced Gardens , Frescoes , Mirror Wall Graffiti , Lion's Paw , King Kashyapa's Palace and more ... After Sigiriya you can have Lunch and relax your self . Then we can proceed to Dambulla Cave Temple which built in 1st Century BC .You can explore 5 caves with Accurate details of Buddha Statues , Buddhism , Buddhist Philosophy , Meditation and Paintings . I will offer you time to solve your questions related to Buddhism while this walk . Most of my guests appreciated my detailing inside of Dambulla . You can visit Hindu Temple when we are returning from Dambulla .

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Qualified Guide and Driver, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, Breakfast

7. Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Cave Temples Private Day Trip

Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka
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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 ????????

8. 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.

Exclusions: Gratuities., Any thing not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By 698susannee

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

9. 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.

Exclusions: Gratuities., Any thing not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By 698susannee

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

10. 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.

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