Kandy City Day Tour with a verified tour guide

4.9
(8 reviews)

6 to 10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Here we are offering you a verified tour guide. So that he will explain you everything you want.

Kandy is one of the most scenic cities in Sri Lanka and lies in the midst of hills. It is the capital of the Central Province. It is both an administrative ad religious city. Kandy is the second-largest city in the country and is frequently visited by Buddhists especially of the Theravada School.

Kandy is very famous among tourist for three main reasons: It is home to the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha (Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic; Dalada Maligawa ), The Botanical Gardens ( Located in Peradeniya) and it always has a special place when it comes to festivities such as the Esala Perahara.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Snacks
Landing and facility fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance Tickets for the Attractions / Places to Visit

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Kandy

Just mention where you are staying in Kandy. We come to pick you

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Royal Botanical Gardens

    The Botanical Gardens in Kandy are renowned for their beautiful flowers and trees; orchids in particular. The name Royal comes in because they were once upon a time only open to the Kandyan royalty. With 60 hectares of land, covering 2500 square feet, this is Sri Lanka’s largest and most impressive Botanical Gardens.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Kandy Lake

    This is an artificial lake in the heart of the hill city of Kandy, next to the Temple of the Tooth. Over the years, it was reduced in size. It is a protected lake, with fishing banned

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

    Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Kandy View Point

    Kandy, the Cultural City of Sri Lanka, known for its natural beauty and traditional ways, Kandy will definitely be one of the best highlights of Sri Lanka. Take a sightseeing tour around the wonderful city of Kandy and grant yourself an awesome view of the heart of Kandy.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    A place to learn about the history of Tea in Sri Lanka. Overall process of the tea making is explained with demostrations.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue

    This massive buddha statue in white is a treat to the eyes from Kandy lake during sunset. The statue appears in different colors as the sun goes down. This staute is visible from anywhere in Kandy and the view from the top especially after sunset is too good. This is a must do in Kandy.

    40 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Kandyan Cultural Centre

    The Kandyan, or up-country (udarata natum), dances, are regarded as the classical dance tradition of Sri Lanka. Kandyan dancers are traditionally performed only by male dancers. The technique, partly derived from South India, focuses on dynamism, powerful footwork, leaps and whirls

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Take Me Sri Lanka

Tags

Day Trips
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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