What to do and see in Central Province, Sri Lanka: The Best Bus Tours

April 10, 2022 Giuseppe Pratt

Discover the best top things to do in Central Province, Sri Lanka including Private all inclusive Day trip Kandy & with your selected attractions, 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, Day Trip to Kandy - All Inclusive Tour, Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Cave Temples Private Day Trip, Guided tour Ella & Diyaluma waterfall by car, Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive), Private Dambulla Sigiriya Tour with Lunch, Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple all inclusive Private Day Trip.
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1. Private all inclusive Day trip Kandy & with your selected attractions

Colombo, Sri Lanka Ceylenese
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Explore most popular UNESCO world heritage site last kingdom in Srilanka by comfortable vehicle with the service of a friendly professional chauffe, Attractions and places where we visit • Temple of the tooth relics • Royal Botanocal garden • city tour and street Shoppings • tea factory visit • Spice and herble garden visit

Inclusions: Entrance fee of Temple of the tooth relics, tea factory, Herbal garden, Ape gama, , Buffet lunch, Hotel pick up and Drop off, comfortable A/C Privet vehicle, English speaking chauffeur guide/Driver

Exclusions: Breakfast,dinner, Stay over nights, Other attractions fee.

Reviewed By Roaming_Rishi_18

This city tour of Colombo is highly recommend as it offers you the chance visit many places of interest like Independence square, Gangaramya temple, Colombo downtown, light house etc. Super friendly guide and welcoming locals make for the tour to be all the more worth remembering!

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. Day Trip to Kandy - All Inclusive Tour

Colombo, Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Vacation Tours
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Kandy is a large city in central Sri Lanka. It's set on a plateau surrounded by mountains, which are home to tea plantations and biodiverse rainforest. The city's heart is scenic Kandy Lake (Bogambara Lake), which is popular for strolling. Kandy is famed for sacred Buddhist sites, including the Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa) shrine, celebrated with the grand Esala Perahera annual procession.

Inclusions: Pick-Up and Drop-Off to the hotel, Transportation by Luxury Vehicle, English Speaking driver/guide, Buffet Lunch, All Government taxes, Entrence Tickets

Exclusions: Gratuities, Any other service

Reviewed By Marquestraveller

Very nice trip! I am portuguese so it was particularly interesting for me to visit the portuguese (not Dutch!!) fort in Gale - this is the place where our brave sailors arrived in 1502. The guide, Mahesh, is very good, friendly and helpful in any way! I do recommend this day trip.

6. 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 ????????

7. Guided tour Ella & Diyaluma waterfall by car

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Select my tour if you are interested in seeing some of the sights around Ella. I will show you to unpopular places with tourists. And if you want customize your tour please don't hesisate to contact me.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Home made local foods, Use of bicycle

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Reviewed By Adrianan30

It was the best experience ever! Athula is not only a driver, but also a perfect tour guide! He showed us a looooot of beautiful and also hidden places, he told us about Sri Lankan culture and let us try the REAL Sri Lankan kitchen. He did his best to make our adventure special, despite the difficult times (COVID). We had so much fun together. Athula is a really friendly and good person and an amazing travel companion. We will never forget this trip <3 thank you Athula!

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.

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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. Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple all inclusive Private Day Trip

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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.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Colombo, Buffet lunch, Bottled water, Light refreshments, All taxes, fees, and handling charges

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section

Reviewed By darsram

We began our trip from Colombo and headed to the east coast of the country. Our driver Mr Anura De Zoysa arrived at our hotel on time for us to be picked up. He was friendly, caring and accommodating to all our needs as we were traveling with a 2yr old. He even took care of our daughter a few times when we had to step into stores or when we were having our meal. He was very knowledgeable of the roads , drove safely and knew what the fastest route was without having to use google. We thoroughly enjoyed an 8 day trip across the country and it was in large part due to Mr. Zoysa.

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