Kandy Day Tour from Colombo

The primary aspect of this experience to show you the most iconic & must see sites of famous Kandy Sri Lanka, where you can experience a religious, cultural & scenic atmosphere together. We will pick you from Colombo, Negombo & suburbs around 5 AM in order to grab the best & our itinerary will be Nelligala temple > Geragama tea factory > Royal Botanical Gardens > Authentic Lunch at a local restaurant > Temple of Tooth Relic > Bahirawakanda Temple & Out of Kandy Cultural dance show (entrance fee not included) or E W Balasooriya gem shop/museum & Arthur's seat viewpoint: you may select one option to finish the interesting time had in Kandy. Later on we will drop you back where we started along with the nice memories grabbed throughout the day.

1. 1

   Nelligala International Buddhist Center

   1 hour

   A scenic, spacious & peaceful temple built in top of a Hill, where you can see Golden Buddha Statues & other Buddhist cultural icons while enjoying it's peace & natural beauty of the surroundings.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   1 hour

   One of oldest tea factories operates in Sri Lanka (built in 1903), specially where you can see machines from early 19's still functioning. Therefore it will be an informative, must see place where you can learn & taste newly how Ceylon tea processing prior to come as your cup of energy.

3. 3

   Royal Botanical Gardens

   2 hours

   The iconic destination of peace & nature lovers in central hills of Sri Lanka that's having a history up to 13th century & also recorded remarkable events in British colonial era as well. Bordering River Mahaveli, rich with 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants, palm trees & more.

4. 4

   Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

   1 hour

   The sacred Temple of Tooth is a world renowned place of worship where the left canine tooth of the Lord Buddha is placed. This holy place, which is venerated by local & foreign devotees every day, was named as a world heritage in 1988 by UNESCO.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   50 min

   Rising from a hill adjoining the sacred city of Kandy. The statue was built in 1972 & represents the Nirvana pose of lord Buddha. The view of the entire city of Kandy from here is a must see.

6. 6

   Kandy Lake Club Cultural Show

   2 hours

   Kandyan dancing is a celebration of the rich traditions of Sri Lankan culture. The dance which traces its origin from the ancient rituals focuses on dynamism, powerful footwork, leaps & whirls that imitate several movements from birds & animals. The whole performance is graced by colorful costumes, masked dances, and thrilling fire acts.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   30 min

   One of recognized & reputed gem shop & museum in Sri Lanka having a history up to 1984.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   30 min

   Arthur's seat is the famous viewpoint situated southwest end of Kandy Lake where you can enjoy the beauty of Kandy city prior to sunset.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.