• Matale Herbal and Spice Garden - Explore a spice and herbal garden in Sri Lanka, renowned for its spices, and experience them in a man-made forest.
• Golden Temple of Dambulla - Visit the Cave Temple in Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC, and recognized as the most impressive cave temple in Asia. It features five caves beneath a large overhanging rock, designed with a drip line to keep the interiors dry. In 1938, the architecture was enhanced with arched colonnades and gabled entrances. Inside, the ceilings are adorned with intricate patterns of religious images that follow the rock’s contours. The caves house images of Lord Buddha, bodhisattvas, and various gods and goddesses. (Entrance fee is Rs.2000/- per person)
• Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress - Next, travel to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, approximately a 30-minute drive from the Golden Temple of Dambulla. This UNESCO World Heritage site is one of Sri Lanka’s most significant historical locations. Known locally as the eighth wonder of the world, this remarkable fortress and temple complex sits atop a high volcanic plateau. The main entrance is shaped like a giant stone lion, with its feet still intact. The palace complex, which also served as a monastery for many years, is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and unique water and boulder gardens. The western wall of Sigiriya is decorated with stunning frescoes.
• Minneriya National Park - Minneriya Park is recognized as one of Sri Lanka’s 70 important bird areas. The park features a variety of habitats, including canopy forests, scrubs, grasslands, rocky outcrops, and wetlands. It spans 88.9 sq km and is home to a diverse range of plants, both rare and common, such as teak and eucalyptus. The park’s main attraction is its herd of wild elephants, which can gather in large numbers, sometimes up to 200. Additionally, the park is home to around 24 species of mammals, 160 species of birds, 9 species of amphibians, 25 species of reptiles, 26 species of fish, and 75 species of butterflies. If lucky, visitors might spot one of Sri Lanka’s two endemic monkeys: the Purple-faced Langur and the Toque Macaque. The park also hosts some endangered species, including the Sri Lankan Leopard and Sri Lankan Sloth Bear.

• Entrance tickets to all mentioned sites
• Bottled water
• English-speaking local guide/driver
• All fees and taxes
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• On-board WiFi
• Gratuities

This guided tour is perfect for budget-conscious travelers. It offers a unique chance to explore Sigiriya from Kandy as a day trip. Travelers can enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned private vehicle, starting from their hotel in Kandy. Brochures detailing the tour plan are provided. The tour includes major attractions along the route from Kandy to Sigiriya.

The second main attraction is the Minneriya Wildlife Sanctuary. Minneriya National Park is renowned for its large gatherings of wild elephants, sometimes numbering up to 200. Experts suggest visiting the park between May and September, when the tank dries up, revealing greenery that attracts the park’s playful and occasionally rare animals.

A dedicated tour guide will accompany travelers throughout the tour, ensuring a memorable experience. Upon returning to Kandy, travelers will be dropped off at their hotel.

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