Private Dambulla Sigiriya Tour from Kandy

Embark on a private day trip from Kandy to explore the iconic Sigiriya rock, the fascinating Dambulla caves, and the breathtaking Minneriya National Park. Enjoy a comfortable journey with a personal driver-guide and experience the wonders of Sri Lanka’s cultural and natural heritage.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sri Muthumariamman Temple - The Muthumariamman Temple, also known as Arulmigu Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil, is a Hindu temple located in Matale, Sri Lanka. The prefix “Muthu” translates to “pearl,” “Mari” means rain, and “Amman” signifies mother in Tamil. This temple is devoted to Mariamman, the goddess of rain and fertility.
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What's Included
  • All taxes and fees for the vehicle and chauffeur
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle (Car/Van) + Fuel surcharge
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Safari jeep
Additional Information

This exclusive trip enhances your experience with a personal guide cum driver explaining the attractions and landscapes, complemented by the comfort of a private vehicle. Discover the art-filled grottoes of Dambulla. Examine the mountain-top ruins of Sigiriya, and embark on a 4x4 wildlife tour to spot the elephants of Minneriya or tour a local village….

Location
Sri Muthumariamman Temple
680 17 Kandy-Jaffna Highway
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sachin_mathias
Feb 22, 2025
Friendly and helpful tour host - Janaka is a nice, genuinely helpful guy. No stress, and no pushiness. My dad got car-sick on the trip, and he did whatever he could to help out. Thank you Janaka!
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Sarahclare_c
Feb 19, 2025
By far the best tour yet - I can’t recommend this tour and guide enough. Picked up on time and excellent communication. The itinerary is amazing. The elephant park is more than I could ever have dreamed of. If wildlife is your thing then book this tour without hesitation. Not only is the guide friendly as advertised, he is so knowledgeable. I got a history lesson in between each stop and it was truly fascinating. We also went to a lovely place for lunch and the entire trip is catered to your needs - nothing is too much trouble. If like me you read lots of reviews before booking, rest assured you can book this tour without any doubts or hesitation. In addition to saying thank you for such an amazing tour, I’d also like to say thank you so much for going above and beyond in helping me with other aspects of my trip. Not done for any personal gain but because you are truly a kind and lovely human being. As a lone female travel I am especially grateful 🙏🏻
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477javierk
Feb 14, 2025
Awesome guide, will make your trip much better - Janaka was a great guide and a fun travel companion, and I can strongly recommend him. He is not just friendly, but has a good sense of humor and knows Sri Lanka very well. I contacted him with a request that's different from his normal itinerary, and he was very flexible. He adjusted to my style and preferences, and involved me in the decisions, which I really appreciate. I also appreciate that he always responded quickly, because he is so busy with work. His English was also quite good, and we even practised some Mandarin together.
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Dana_h
Feb 14, 2025
Amazing day trip from Kandy! - Amazing day trip to Dambulla Caves, Sigiriya and Minneriya National Park for a safari tour. Our guide, Janaka, was fantastic and shared great knowledge of the sites we visited. I would highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Kandy! Thank you Janaka for a memorable day on our tour of Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
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Robert_w
Feb 13, 2025
One World Tours Sri Lanka with Viator - We had an absolutely amazing day with Janika. We experienced so much in one day without it feeling rushed. From start to finish we were looked after like family and Janika went above and beyond to inform us about all the parts of our trip in a knowledgeable and fun way as well as helping us after the tour with what we wanted to do later in our holiday. We felt so cared for and looked after in a truly genuine and kind way. He helped us with a change of plan for the next day by organising his colleague Bandana (we may not have spelt their names correctly) to help us with our last minute change of plans. He too went above and beyond to ensure we had the very best experience. These guys were fantastic and really put our wants first and did everything possible to help us. As a result we saw great sites, saw many elephants, ate awesome food, had a wonderful train ride, learned loads and had brilliant contacts for the rest of our trip. My only regret is we didn’t know them before coming to Sri Lanka. They really made our trip so very special. I can’t recommend them enough!
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Cathandstephen
Feb 9, 2025
A great day out. - Janaka picked us up at 6:30 and took us to what we wanted to see and do. We went from Kandy to Sigira and Dambulla but also visited other places along the way. His car was clean and his driving; excellent. When I lost my husband (!), Janaka went above and beyond to find him. A highly informative guy with a great sense of humour. Highly recommend.
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Pierre
Feb 2, 2025
An immersive day trip into the cultural triangle - Janaka offers a very comprehensive program, which is clearly and thoroughly detailed in the announcement. I don’t have much more to add compared to other reviews—this experience is absolutely worth it, especially if you’re passionate about local history, theology, and biology. That said, you don’t need a PhD in history or biology to appreciate the beauty of the temples, Sigiriya, and the elephants. His car is very comfortable, but be prepared for a long day trip. Make sure to bring sportswear, water, sunblock, a hat, and sunglasses (or a raincoat if rain is forecasted). Also, don’t forget to carry enough cash, especially if you plan to do the safari.
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Julia
Jan 28, 2025
A fantastic day out in the cultural triangle - What an amazing day we had. Our driver was at our hotel on time and made sure we had plenty of time at each stop. The highlights of our day were the Dambulla Cave temples, the climb up Pidurangala Cave Temple and the optional safari where we were lucky enough to see plenty of elephants . We were looked after along the way including a delicious buffet of rice and curry for lunch. We were out for over 12 hours- excellent value . Thoroughly recommend.
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Robertcm2563yw
Jan 22, 2025
Day Tour - I had an incredible tour of Kandy and Sigiriya! The climb to Pidurangala Rock near Sigiriya was a true highlight, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the iconic Lion's Rock in the distance. Janaka our driver and guide shared fascinating insights into the history and significance of the area, and he was exceptional—friendly, knowledgeable, and always going the extra mile to ensure our comfort. The local food was delicious, and the hospitality was top-notch. This tour truly captures the essence of Sri Lanka’s beauty and culture—highly recommended!
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Vincentth7588wb
Feb 25, 2025
Very good day trip with lots to see - We had an excellent day trip at a very reasonable price. The day was a long one because of the time to drive to the various attractions, so it can get little tiring, but the good thing is that you get to see important attractions in a single day. The driver was friendly and helpful.
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