Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive)
Overview
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.
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.
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Sigiriya, Sigiriya, Central Province
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”. The name comes from its palace entrance through a massive brick sculpture of a lion head. Only the paws of this sculpture remain at the foot of the rock today. Sigiriya rock fortress is a fifth-century fortified palace complex, which was used by King Kassapa (477CE-493CE). The Sigiriya rock abruptly rises 600 feet high from the surrounding plains. The ruins of King Kassapa’s royal palace are scattered on the peak rock plateau. The hike to the top is via 1200 steps. Some of them were constructed at the time of King Kassapa. The foothills and immediate surroundings of the Sigiriya rock were once an elaborate royal pleasure garden. The archaeological value of the site is immeasurable, perhaps unsurpassed in South Asia.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Dambulla, Dambulla, Central Province
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. The cave temple was abandoned at regular intervals since its humble beginnings. Yet the royals and Buddhist elite kept renovating it to appease countless faithful pilgrims.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Sigiriya, Sigiriya, Central Province
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”. The name comes from its palace entrance through a massive brick sculpture of a lion head. Only the paws of this sculpture remain at the foot of the rock today. Sigiriya rock fortress is a fifth-century fortified palace complex, which was used by King Kassapa (477CE-493CE). The Sigiriya rock abruptly rises 600 feet high from the surrounding plains. The ruins of King Kassapa’s royal palace are scattered on the peak rock plateau. The hike to the top is via 1200 steps. Some of them were constructed at the time of King Kassapa. The foothills and immediate surroundings of the Sigiriya rock were once an elaborate royal pleasure garden. The archaeological value of the site is immeasurable, perhaps unsurpassed in South Asia.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Dambulla, Dambulla, Central Province
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. The cave temple was abandoned at regular intervals since its humble beginnings. Yet the royals and Buddhist elite kept renovating it to appease countless faithful pilgrims.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
- Please bring valid passports for entering to the sites.
- Please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for visiting sacred and holy places.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Nagasinghe
December 2019
The sigiriya and dambulla tour with overa was an amazing experience which was made really special by our driver.Sri Lanka is such an amazing place and the people are so friendly and kind.Sigiriya was an amazing creation which goes back to ages and the view from the top is breathtaking. Dambulla t...
The sigiriya and dambulla tour with overa was an amazing experience which was made really special by our driver.Sri Lanka is such an amazing place and the people are so friendly and kind.Sigiriya was an amazing creation which goes back to ages and the view from the top is breathtaking. Dambulla temple also a intersting place. We would visit again both sigiriya and dambulla temple when we go again. recomond this tour to anyone who are visitng sri lanka for first time.isurum2020
January 2020
Sigiriya was an amazing place to visit. Eventhough it was a long ride, we enjoyed very much from the view from top. 360 view from the top was fascinating. Our guide explained about the heritage value of sigiriya and he was very helpfull throughout the tour. Also we were very happy with dambulla t...
Sigiriya was an amazing place to visit. Eventhough it was a long ride, we enjoyed very much from the view from top. 360 view from the top was fascinating. Our guide explained about the heritage value of sigiriya and he was very helpfull throughout the tour. Also we were very happy with dambulla temple.Rasindu P
January 2020
We were picked up early morning from our hotel and went to sigiriya. It was 1 hour climb to the top (3 hours to the site) and view was amazing. Then we had our lunch and went to dambulla. Overall it was a great tour. Must see places in sri lanka.
We were picked up early morning from our hotel and went to sigiriya. It was 1 hour climb to the top (3 hours to the site) and view was amazing. Then we had our lunch and went to dambulla. Overall it was a great tour. Must see places in sri lanka.Hansa H
January 2020
I booked Sigiriya and Dambulla tour for me and my couple of friends. It was well organized, perfect timings and fantastic experience exploring the sites. Although Sigiriya climb was bit challenging, the view from the top was incredible. Later on we were taken to visit Dambulla. We truly enjoy...
I booked Sigiriya and Dambulla tour for me and my couple of friends. It was well organized, perfect timings and fantastic experience exploring the sites. Although Sigiriya climb was bit challenging, the view from the top was incredible. Later on we were taken to visit Dambulla. We truly enjoyed and amazed with the wonderful paintings on the ceilings and gigantic caves there. Value for money and worth visit these 2 places.