Sigiriya and Dambulla from Negombo

Journey into the center of Sri Lanka and uncover ancient creations that will leave you awe-struck during this private, full-day tour of Sigiriya Rock and the Dambulla Cave temple from Colombo. Explore the legendary Dambulla Cave temple, a UNESCO-listed world heritage site and an amazing piece of ancient architecture. The temple was built for meditating monks around the 1st century BCE and is fairly secluded. Then wander around the famous Sigirya Rock Fortress and visit its museum. This private tour offers a more personalised experience.

SKU: LK60050100

Itinerary
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Stop At: Golden Temple of Dambulla, Kandy - Jaffna Hwy, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka

Your private Sri Lankan history adventure begins at 6am, when your friendly local guide will pick you up from your hotel in Colombo. Enjoy the scenery or nap in the car on the way to Dambulla, where you arrive at the famous Dambulla Cave Temple around 11 am. Here you will see ancient Buddha statutes and elaborate alfrescoes in caves that date back to the 1st-century. A UNESCO-listed World Heritage site, the temple also has a museum, which you will have the chance to visit.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka

After wandering the site you’ll have time to look for lunch nearby before taking off for Sigiriya, one of the most important archaeological sites in all of Asia. Built in the 5th-century, Sigiriya is a stunning example of innovative architecture, gardening, urban planning, hydraulic engineering and art. Also a UNESCO-listed World Heritage site, the area was formerly the royal citadel of King Kasyapa and houses an fascinating museum of the its past.

Leave Sigiriya in the early evening and begin the drive back to Negombo, where your chauffeur guide will drop you off at your hotel.

Duration: 2 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Not recommended for participants with back problems (climbing in Sigiriya)"
"Not recommended for pregnant women (climbing in Sigiriya)"
"Subject to favourable weather conditions."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Hora de Inicio: 06:00 AM
Duración: 12 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Your Hotel in Negombo

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Negombo.
• Transport in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
• Service of English-speaking chauffeur guide.
• 2 x 500 ml water bottle per person.

No Incluye

• Entrance tickets to the visiting sites. (Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple)
• Food and beverages.
• Expenses of personal nature.
• Gratuties.

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