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15 Best Sigiriya & Kandy Day Trips from Colombo

These day trips chase two heavyweights at once: the Sigiriya rock fortress and Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth. Be realistic about the distance; done together from Colombo this is a twelve hour day at minimum. Sigiriya’s summit takes about 1,200 steps, so you want that climb early, before the heat builds.

1.From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari

Discover the majestic wonders of Sigiriya and Dambulla on a thrilling day trip from Colombo. Uncover ancient secrets, explore stunning caves, and embark on an unforgettable safari adventure.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“The trip was amazing our guide Dhanesh was incredible, I organised with him for me to stay in sigiriya instead of going back to Colombo. Dhanesh organised a transfer for me to hotel and even checked in with me to make sure I make it…”

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2.From Colombo: Sigiriya / Dambulla & Safari Day Tour

Hike through Sri Lanka's stunning landscapes and uncover hidden gems on the Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour—what unforgettable experiences lie ahead?

★ 4.7

“Really great trip, stopped at a nice bakery on the way, for the temple try to bring change in slr. The rock is 1200 steps but it's not bad at all. Added safari was superb and we saw dozens of elephants up close. Jani our…”

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4.From Colombo: Discover Elephant Orphanage and Kandy Day Tour

Discover Sri Lanka’s highlights on this full-day Colombo tour visiting elephants, Kandy’s sacred temple, spice gardens, and tea factories for an authentic experience.

★ 4.6

“I had a fantastic trip with my guide Aadil, he was very insightful of all the local landmarks and places and ensured he provided the best service. He always checked in with us to know if we were okay and ready for the next stops…”

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5.Private Day Trip to Sigiriya, Cave and National Park Safari Tour

Discover the wonders of Sigiriya, delve into ancient caves, and embark on an unforgettable safari adventure. Book your private day trip now!

★ 4.5

“Completed this tour with Anaz our driver and had an excellent time. Anaz was an amazing driver, super friendly and knew lots about all the places we went too making him an excellent guide. It’s all very well organised making it the perfect tour”

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6.From Any Cities :Sigiriya And Dambulla Private Full-Day Tour

Discover the ancient wonders of Sigiriya and Dambulla on a private full-day tour. Uncover the secrets of these mesmerizing cities and embark on an unforgettable journey today.

★ 4.3

“Yapa took me to this wonderful full day trip. He is a very good driver. He showed me different sights, accompanied me even to climb up Sigiriya lion rock, join the ox-ride and boating in the village tour, and visit Dambula cave.”

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7.From Colombo: Kandy, Pinnawala and Tea Factory Full-Day Trip

Discover Sri Lanka’s cultural and natural highlights on a full-day trip from Colombo to Kandy, Pinnawala, and a tea factory — great value and authentic experiences.

★ 4.4

“The trip was absolutely worth it. I enjoyed how Rahim, my tour guide, maximized the tour and suggesting more places I should visit while I was in the area, though we covered all places to visit in the tour. I guess it was Rahim who…”

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8.Kandy City Tour by Lux Tours Lanka

Discover the hidden treasures of Kandy on a thrilling city tour with Lux Tours Lanka. Unveil ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. Join us today!

★ 5.0

“Had a fantastic experience with this company. First a Kandy city day tour and then a driver through the cultural triangle, elephant safari and drop off in Trincomalee. Very reasonable prices, great English speaking and very informative and personable guides. Highly recommend.”

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9.All-Inclusive Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temples Private Day Trip

Navigate through Sri Lanka's ancient mysteries on a day trip, but what lies beyond the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temples?

★ 4.5

“The tour took forever to get there. I would suggest staying in Sigirya for an overnight stay so you don't have to get up at 6am and get back by 7:30pm. If you could't like our situation then it is still worth it. Unique place…”

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10.Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Tour From Colombo or Kandy

Discover the ancient wonders of Sigiriya and Dambulla on a private tour from Colombo or Kandy. Uncover hidden treasures and delve into the rich history of Sri Lanka.

★ 4.5

“This was a great way to see Sigiriya Rock if you are staying in Colombo. My driver Ajantha also took me to a fantastic local restaurant for lunch, where the food was so yummy and the proprietors very kind. Just note that the included lunch…”

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11.Private 2-Night Sri Lanka Tour With Kandy, Ella and Udawalawe – Colombo

Experience the best of Sri Lanka in just 2 nights! Discover the stunning beauty of Kandy, Ella, and Udawalawe on a private tour. Book your adventure now.

★ 5.0

“This was an amazing 3 day tour from the moment we were picked up at our hotel to the time we were dropped back 3 days later. Primarily, what made it a wonderful experience from start to the finish was the efforts of our tour…”

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12.Dambulla & Sigiriya Day Tour From Colombo / Negombo With Lunch

Discover the ancient wonders of Dambulla and Sigiriya on a thrilling day tour from Colombo/Negombo. Immerse yourself in history and indulge in a delicious lunch. Don't miss out!

★ 4.5

“What an amazing day! I had a great time celebrating Christmas with this company. The tour guide was amazing and very personable. His English was perfect. I also asked if they would drop me off in Kandy instead and they did for a fair price.…”

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13.Private All Inclusive Day Trip Kandy & With Your Selected Attractions

Discover the best of Kandy with our private all-inclusive day trip! Explore selected attractions and make unforgettable memories. Book now for an adventure of a lifetime!

★ 5.0

“This was a very busy, but great day! The tour guide accommodated my requests and we were able to see everything on my list. He was very informative and I had a wonderful experience.”

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14.Kandy Day Tour From Colombo

Discover the hidden gems of Kandy on an unforgettable day tour! Immerse yourself in culture, history, and natural beauty. Book your adventure now!

★ 4.5

“This was a great day trip to Kandy for people with limited time. I enjoyed the temple with the history about the tooth and the botanical gardens.”

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15.5 Day Sri Lanka Tour : Including Temple of Tooth & Sigiriya Trip

Explore Sri Lanka in 5 days with visits to Sigiriya, Temple of the Tooth, Nuwara Eliya, and Bentota, guided by knowledgeable locals for a balanced adventure.

★ 5.0

“I visited sri lanka for my honeymoon and it was a wonderful trip. Travco adventure delivered all that was promised and more. Special shout out to our driver/guide Mr.Dominda. The people were warm and the places were exceptionally beautiful :)”

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5.0Private 1-Way Colombo Airport Arrival Transfer to Kandy Hotels$27.00 5.0Day Tour From Colombo to Sigiriya, Pidurangala Rock & National Park Safari$67.00 4.6From Colombo/Negombo to Sigiriya, Dambulla Day Trip & Safari14 hours$60 5.0From Kandy : Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage & Ambuluwawa Tower8 hours$20 5.0All Inclusive Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour From Colombo$180.00 4.5Full-Day Private Tour to Sigiriya and Dambulla$83.34 4.53 Days Tour to Kandy Nuwara Eliya & Sigiriya From Colombo$250.00 4.5Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)$18.00 5.04 Days Tour to Kandy, Sigiriya & Nuwara Eliya$325.00 5.0Last Kingdom of Sri Lanka- Kandy Private Day Tour From Colombo$65.00 4.5Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa & Dambulla “Trilogy” Day Tour From Colombo$92.00 3.8Colombo: Sigiriya, Dambulla Caves, & Wildlife Day Tour14 hours$60 5.0All Inclusive Private Day Trip Sigiriya and Dambulla Caves With More$70 5.0Private Sigiriya Day Tour and Authentic Sri Lankan Lunch Buffet$83.00 4.6From Negombo: Private Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Minneriya Tour1 day$84 5.0Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Pidurangala Rock & Village Tour (Private Day Tour )$150.00 4.5Day Tour From Colombo to Sigiriya and Pidurangala Rock & Cave$92.00 5.0From Colombo to Sigiriya Lion Rock & Minneriya Half Day Safari$75.00 4.5Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple Day Tour$60.00 5.0Best of Sri Lanka Tour (06 Days 05 Nights) – Kandy- N.Eliya -Bentota-Colombo$366.00 4.0The Last Kingdom Private Day Tour in Kandy$105.00 4.5Sigiriya and Pidurangala Rock From Colombo14 hours$50 4.0From Colombo: Kandy and Pinnawala Orphanage Short Excursions14 days$75 3.9From Colombo: Kandy & Pinnawala Orphanage Short Excursions$68