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Kandy to Sigiriya-Dambulla Tour with Elephant Safari This exciting full-day tour offers a mix of culture, nature, and adventure. Here’s the detailed itinerary: Departure from Kandy • Start Time: 7:30 AM • Your journey begins with a comfortable drive from Kandy in an air-conditioned vehicle. Itinerary 1. Matale Hindu Temple • Explore the vibrant Sri Muthumariamman Temple, known for its intricate architecture and cultural significance. 2. Matale Spice & Herbal Garden • Visit a renowned spice garden to learn about Sri Lanka’s exotic spices, their cultivation, and their medicinal uses. 3. Dambulla Cave Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Discover the ancient rock caves filled with stunning Buddha statues, frescoes, 4. Sigiriya Rock Fortress or Pidurangala Rock • Pidurangala Rock • Choice depends on your preference. 5. Minneriya National Park (Optional) • Traditional Village Tour Safari • Lanka Silk & Batik Factory • Woodcarving Factory • Gem Museum
What makes Sigiriya Rock , Dambulla Cave From Kandy with Ranweli Tours a unique experience ?
The Dambulla Cave Temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the central part of Sri Lanka. It is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in the country, with a history dating back over 2,000 years.
A Minneriya National Park safari is a popular wildlife experience in Sri Lanka, located near the town of Habarana. The park is famous for its large population of Asian elephants, especially during the dry season when herds gather around the Minneriya Tank. The safari offers the opportunity to observe a variety of wildlife, including deer, wild boar, monkeys, and numerous bird species. The park’s diverse landscapes, from wetlands to forest, make it an excellent spot for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Spice Garden Matale is a popular attraction in the town of Matale, Sri Lanka. It is a garden where visitors can explore a variety of spices grown in the region, such as cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, and cloves. The garden offers guided tours where you can learn about the history, uses, and cultivation of these spices, and often includes demonstrations on how they are processed. It’s a great spot for those interested in Sri Lanka’s rich agricultural heritage and traditional herbal medicine.
A woodcarving factory in Sri Lanka is a place where skilled artisans craft intricate wooden items using local woods like teak and rosewood. Visitors can observe the traditional art of carving detailed designs, such as furniture, sculptures, masks, and religious figures. The factory often offers guided tours to explain the techniques and history behind woodcarving, and there is usually a shop where visitors can purchase handcrafted wooden products as souvenirs.
Sigiriya is an ancient rock fortress and one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic landmarks. Located in the central part of the island, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sigiriya is famous for its towering rock, which rises nearly 200 meters above the surrounding landscape, offering stunning views. The site features the ruins of a royal palace, intricate frescoes, and a large lion’s paw entrance. Sigiriya is also known for its historical significance, believed to have been the stronghold of King Kassapa in the 5th century AD. It’s a popular destination for history enthusiasts and hikers.
Sri Lanka’s Silk and Batik Factories are renowned for producing high-quality, handcrafted textiles using traditional and modern techniques. Silk Factory: • Sri Lanka produces pure silk from locally cultivated silk farms. • Visitors can witness the silk-making process, from rearing silkworms to weaving and dyeing. • Silk fabrics are used to create sarees, scarves, shirts, and other garments. Batik Factory: • Batik is a traditional fabric art where designs are created using wax-resist dyeing techniques. • Skilled artisans handcraft vibrant patterns inspired by Sri Lankan culture, nature, and heritage. • Products include clothing, wall hangings, sarongs, and accessories. These factories offer live demonstrations and the opportunity to purchase authentic, handcrafted Sri Lankan textiles.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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- Sigiriya Rock , Dambulla Cave From Kandy with Ranweli Tours
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Pickup included
- spice garden
- Tour guide
- wood carving factory
- lanka silk and batic factory
- entrance ticket
- sigiriya site guide 15USD(We are not allowed to enter Sigiriya. You can go as normal. No problem.)
Special Instructions:
sigiriya 36 USD,dambulla cave 6 USD, Village tour 20 USD,Minneriya jeep and ticket 80USD
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- This Tour is Provided by Ranweli Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Colombo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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