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

“Extremely neat tour. The tour operator (Lanka Safe Tour) deserves a shout out here before I talk about Mr Fernando who was my tuktuk driver for the day. He is such a nice person to interact with and was warm enough to engage in conversatRead…”

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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

“Dimuthu was an absolutely brilliant guide in Kandy. He drove me everywhere and came up with loads of great ideas on what to see, from beautiful temples to a tea factory. To top it all off, he made sure I had a front-row seat at…”

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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.

“This is the only way to see Kandy, our guide Rohan had a list of sights that we were to see, discussed them and had one great day touring. Rohans knowledge, being a local was fantastic, his ability to negotiate the traffic safely was appreciateRead…”

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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

“Our guide Channa was amazing ! We visited so much place with him. He adapted the journey with our wishes :) Moreover he is a very talented photographer. We spend a very fantastic day in his company and we recommend him a lot ! Do…”

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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

“Very enjoyable tuk tuk trip seeing all the great spots around Kandy. It was an amazing experience to have!”

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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

“Very positive tour experience, definitely recommended! Our driver, Sajith, was very professional and kind. He also shared interesting facts with us while visiting the sites and during transfers. He was also very helpful and caring when we forgot Read more”

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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

“This tour was very flexible & well arranged. They gave a list of recommendation and we adjust along the way. Arrangement was in details. Professional. Punctual. My driver cum guide, Ish, was kind & honest. He drove carefully and took care of my belongings. A…”

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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

“Roshan was an excellent tour guide, we had an amazing day with him. He’s very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about all of the areas we went in and around Kandy which made our day really special. He went above and beyond to customize the tour…”

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15.Kandy: Sigiriya Fortress & Cave Temple Full Day Private Tour

Discover Sri Lanka’s iconic Sigiriya Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple on a full-day private tour from Kandy, with expert guides and authentic experiences.

★ 4.1

“Imran was a very good and safe driver and was flexible too as we requested to start the tour 1.5 hours later than planned and he accommodated that. Very happy with his service. He was also knowledgeable and professional answering a lot of general questions…”

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