Kandy

15 Best Kandy City & Temple of the Tooth Tours

Here I’ve collected the city tours that treat the Temple of the Sacred Tooth properly. Time your visit to a puja ceremony, when the drumming starts and the relic chamber opens; cover shoulders and knees, shoes off at the door. The lake loop and the market fill out a half day.

1.Kandy to Sigiriya Day Tour and Dambulla Cave Temple With Private Vehicle

Discover the wonders of Sri Lanka on a Kandy to Sigiriya Day Tour with a private vehicle. Explore the magnificent Dambulla Cave Temple and create unforgettable memories.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“I was impressed with how much we managed to cram into one day! It was so much fun, especially climbing Sigiriya, which is an experience I will never forget. Shout-out to Wicky, he was an enthusiastic vibe, open to any suggestion and kept our spirits…”

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2.Kandy: Guided City Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Discover Kandy's top sights on a personalized tuk-tuk tour, exploring temples, gardens, and viewpoints with expert guides for a memorable experience.

★ 4.9

“A fantastic experience with Vish as our driver and guide. He's very attentive and a great guy. We saw the city's various points of interest, making the most of our time and even having the flexibility to change the original plan. Highly recommended.”

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3.Explore Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk

Discover Kandy on a private tuk tuk tour, blending cultural highlights, stunning views, and local insights—all at an affordable price for a personalized experience.

“The guide-driver was prompt, efficient, curteous, kind , knowledgeable and careful. I would recommend him to anyone, unreservedly.”

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4.Kandy City Tour With Ambuluwawa Tower

Discover Kandy’s highlights on this guided tuk-tuk tour, including Ambuluwawa Tower, botanical gardens, and the Temple of the Tooth for just $13.

★ 4.8

“Roaming with Mr. Terrence is like roaming with the most knowledgeable, safe and friendly family member. He knows in and out of Kandy and will keep giving you interesting trivia of every inch of the road as he safely navigates his Tuk Tuk through the…”

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5.Kandy City Tour by Lux Tours Lanka

Discover Kandy’s highlights with this customizable private tour. Visit temples, botanical gardens, scenic viewpoints, and more for a memorable Sri Lankan experience.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful experience in Kandy. The driver was professional, friendly, and always willing to help. The tour was fantastic and allowed us to really enjoy the beauty of the city. Highly recommended!”

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6.Kandy City Tour with Ambuluwawa by Tuk Tuk

Discover Kandy’s highlights on a guided tuk tuk tour, from Ambuluwawa Tower to cultural shows, offering authentic sights with local insight.

★ 5.0

“What a wonderful day! My tuk tuk driver Dhanu provided excellent guidance and organised the itinerary brilliantly. Dhanu was very helpful and provided very good information about the sites we visited. Great choice of a local restaurant for traditional Sri Lankan food too. Thanks again…”

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7.Kandy Heritage City Tour by tuktuk

Discover Kandy's highlights in a charming tuk tuk tour featuring scenic views, cultural sites, and local flavors—an authentic way to explore Sri Lanka’s cultural heart.

★ 5.0

“A very fun and interesting tour, a great way to see a lot of what Kandy has to offer in just one day!”

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8.Kandy City Tour in a TukTuk

Discover Kandy in a fun, eco-friendly tuk-tuk tour blending temples, scenic viewpoints, cultural shows, and local flavors—perfect for a quick, authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“I booked the Tuk Tuk tour in hopes of having an opportunity to squeeze in a few sights in Kandy before my husband and I had to head to the airport in Colombo. We only had 4 hours. Lasantha was great in accommodating our shortened…”

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9.I Day Kandy City Tour

Explore the hidden gems of Kandy with our I Day Kandy City Tour. Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of this enchanting city. Book now!

★ 5.0

“I had a really nice Kandy tour with Sajith. Even though it was a little rainy, Sajith could time the tour well, and I didn't miss anything. Thank you!”

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10.Explore Kandy Full Day Tuk Tuk City Tour

Discover Kandy in a practical and authentic way with this full-day tuk tuk tour, visiting key sites, markets, and cultural experiences for just $10.

★ 5.0

“We spent an amazing day with Sura! He knows so many places that we probably wouldn’t have discovered on our own. He’s very flexible — he can fit a lot of attractions into a short amount of time and tailor the itinerary to your preferences.…”

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11.Private Kandy City Tour by Tuk-Tuk with Local Guide

Discover Kandy comfortably on a private Tuk-Tuk tour with a friendly guide. Explore temples, gardens, and hidden gems at your own pace for a personalized experience.

★ 5.0

“Superb experience with this very friendly and attentive driver. He explained everything to us, advised and showed us the most beautiful places in Kandy. I highly recommend for future travelers 👍🏼”

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12.Kandy City Tour By Best Guide Lanka Tours

Experience the best of Kandy with this 8-hour private tour covering temples, gardens, markets, and cultural shows, all guided by expert locals.

★ 5.0

“I absolutely loved my day with Athula! He was incredibly kind and showed me all the best spots in Kandy. He’s extremely knowledgeable and had an answer to every single question I asked. I felt super safe on the tuk-tuk, which I know many pRead…”

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13.Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk with sana

Discover Kandy with this highly-rated tuk tuk tour led by Sana, exploring temples, viewpoints, gardens, and cultural sites—all at a budget-friendly price.

★ 5.0

“Sana really took care about all our needs. He is helpful, nice and friendly 😀 And can organize everything, you want. I highly recommend him, if you want to make a Kandy city tour or visit whole Sri Lanka.”

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14.Kandy City Tour – Cultural Heart of Srilanka

Discover Kandy's highlights on this guided 7-hour tour, featuring temples, gardens, markets, and panoramic views—perfect for culture and history lovers.

★ 4.9

“I had Rohan as my guide / driver for the day and couldn’t recommend him highly enough. He was really knowledgeable, his driving was good. And we also customised the tour for what wanted to see: He was so good I asked him to come…”

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