Dambulla, Sigiriya and Pidurandala Day Tour: Exploration of Majestic Sri Lanka with a Verified Guide

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Kandy

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Embark on a day tour of Dambulla, Sigiriya, and Pidurangala in Sri Lanka. Explore ancient cave temples, visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and uncover the fascinating history of this majestic destination.

Duration: 12 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Dambulla Cave Temple - Its the glory is recognized and that is why it holds the title of a world heritage site, Dambulla Cave Temple lies in the central part of the country and is also known as the Golden Temple. People from faraway places come to see cultural beauty with their own eyes.
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - Sigiriya also is…

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Snacks
In-vehicle air conditioning
Parking fees

What's Not Included

Entrance Tickets for the Attractions / Places to Visit
Lunch

Additional Information

We provide a certified tour guide at no extra cost to share his knowledge and answer any inquiries you may have.
To see a glimpse of Sri Lanka’s grand history, a one-day journey to Sigiriya and Dambulla is perfect. Depart at 8 a.m for a beautiful four-hour ride to the two cities. Witness the Golden Rock, a cave temple that harks back to the 1st Century…

Location

Kandy

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Aleks_j

Mar 19, 2025

This tour was great,... - This tour was great, Nadith was an excellent guide and made me feel at ease even though I was just by myself. He was very flexible with times and visits and made sure to tell me all about Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Caves! He even helped me by dropping me off at a station I needed to be at afterwards too. I would definitely recommend this tour.

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Chiharu_f

Mar 12, 2025

Nadith was a very... - Nadith was a very knowledgeable tour guide. We had enjoyable day. He was very nice and flexible as well. Before the tour started, he was always reachable and very fast to reply my questions. He came on time on the tour day too. I really recommend this tour. シギリヤ、タンブッラへ行かれる方、こちらのツアーぜひおすすめです！

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Ashleyeatsalot

Feb 6, 2025

A big thank you to Nadith! - Our Itinerary, starting from Kandy: • Sri Muthumariamman Hindu Temple • Spice Garden (Though not part of the original plan, it was nice. We learned about indigenous plants, and there was absolutely no pressure to make any purchases. We spent about 30 minutes there.) • Sigiriya • Pidurangala Rock • Dambulla Royal Cave Temple By the time the trip was booked, Nadith would reach out via WhatsApp to ensure all our questions were answered. The day we started at 8:30am, it was gloomy, with rain pouring down in buckets. I was nearly convinced we’d have to skip Sigiriya, but I was so grateful that Nadith didn’t suggest canceling the plan due to the weather. Just as we entered the Sigiriya entrance, the clouds began to clear, and the weather gradually improved as we climbed. It was as if the day had decided to turn around in our favor. Thank you, Nadith, for keeping the spirits high and encouraging us to go forward despite the storm! Nadith shared with me that even in the rain, he had brought other clients to Sigiriya and they still climbed it, as the tickets aren’t exactly cheap (though, of course, you could opt out if you really wanted to). His dedication was evident! Throughout the day, Nadith was thoughtful, approachable, and incredibly knowledgeable. I gained a deep understanding of Sri Lanka’s rich history as we explored each site together. What a truly unforgettable day! A big thank you to Nadith for making it all so special!

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Francesco_d

Jan 31, 2025

Highly recommended! - Our guide Nadith was incredibly informative and knowledgeable! Communication 10/10, pickup on time, and we received _lots_ of information about the sites, their history and the religious aspects and details of the temple. He also did the extra mile to accommodate a brief stop to the pharmacy and toilet. Highly recommended!

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Shak_b

Dec 27, 2024

This tour was great... - This tour was great ticking off 3 amazing sites in one trip. Nadith was very knowledgeable and all round nice which made it a very pleasant experience.

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Guide59947821515

Sep 9, 2024

Nadith was 10/10 - My sister and I arrange this tour through our hotel and had an incredible day trip. Nadith, our guide was such a lovely man and really made our day. He was extremely knowledge about everything and was great fun. We had a laugh! We would 10/10 recommend this tour and especially Nadith. :)

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Laus1995

Jun 1, 2024

What a great day! - Nadith was an excellent guide, so flexible and accomodating for our needs. Very knowledgable and passionate about the history and culture of Sigiria and Sri Lanka. We absolutely loved our day! Would highly recommend :)

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Lea_w

Apr 2, 2024

Excellent guide and amazing places! - Nadith was an excellent driver and guide. He was very knowledgeable and happy to share all his insights and information with a wonderful smile. Nothing was a problem and we took another trip from Kandy to Yala National Park also. A safe driver who was also wanting us to see the best Sri Lanka has to offer.

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James

Mar 26, 2024

Breathtaking Sigiriya and Dambulla caves - What an amazing day. Can’t believe we managed to fit so much in. I chose this tour because of the addition of Pidurangala rock as I heard the view of Sigiriya from the top is breathtaking. It didn’t disappoint. And Sigiriya and Dambulla caves were incredible, a combination of amazing scenery and fascinating history. I still can’t understand how they built on top of the rock! The climb up to the top of Sigiriya is an adventure but the view from the top is rewarding. Make sure you take a hat as it is hot. And the caves! So many Buddhas and cave paintings. Very special to learn about Buddhism in such an incredible setting. Nadith is an incredible tour guide. He’s extremely knowledgeable and obviously very proud of Sri Lanka and the Kandy region. He also had a good sense of humour and was easy to talk to. It made the tour even more special to have a local as the guide. I would highly recommend Nadith and Take Me Sri Lanka.

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Flyer36370446062

Mar 23, 2024

Great tour with great view - The trip was great and our guide was very friendly and gave us lots of information about the places and about sri lanka. It was a very long day but worth it. The view was great. We can absolutely recommend this tour.

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