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Trincomalee City Tour from Sigiriya

A private 12-hour day trip from Sigiriya to Trincomalee, taking in Pigeon Island, Thirukoneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick, Kinniya hot wells, and Marble Beach.

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About this experience

Board your air-conditioned vehicle from your Sigiriya hotel and head east to Trincomalee, one of Sri Lanka's great natural harbours. Your English-speaking chauffeur guide leads you through the day's highlights: the vivid gopurams of Thirukoneswaram Temple perched on Swami Rock, the colonial-era ramparts of Fort Frederick, and the steaming geothermal pools of Kinniya's hot wells. Stretch out on the powdery white sands of Marble Beach before the afternoon sun peaks.

The centrepiece of the day is a boat safari out to Pigeon Island, where coral reefs and clear turquoise water sit just minutes from shore. A one-litre water bottle per person keeps you refreshed throughout. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; entrance tickets and meals are arranged independently. The tour runs for 12 hours and is entirely private, making it ideal for families — minimum age seven — or small groups who prefer their own pace.

Duration12 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Group typePrivate — your party only
Min age7 years
ReferenceLKV3DG55B7

What’s included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
  • 1 Boat Safari to Pigeon Island.

Not included

  • Food and beverages.
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance tickets.

Please note

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Your hotel in Sigiriya.

Cancellation policy

  • More than 24 hours notice: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours notice: no refund

To cancel, reply to your booking confirmation email or message us on WhatsApp.

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4.1 of 5 bubbles on TripAdvisor
4.1 / 5 · 92 reviews
#9 of 41 things to do in Trincomalee
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A Pristine Coastal Paradise on the East Coast!
Trincomalee Beach is Absolutely Stunning with Its Wide Stretches of Clean White Sand and Calm, Clear Blue Waters. It’s a Fantastic Destination for Relaxing, Swimming, and Enjoying the Serene Environment. The Beach is Per…
hasthitoursbylala · May 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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Ideal place for relaxing and swimming
Beaches like Nilaveli and Uppuveli are frequently praised. They tend to be more peaceful than the more crowded south coast beaches in Sri Lanka. White sand, clear turquoise waters — ideal for relaxing and swimming.
srilankanr2025 · Oct 2025 · via TripAdvisor
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Don’t come to Trincomalee save your holiday
If anyone suggest you to go to Trincomalee in August because the weather is good DON’T TRUST HIM! it’s not raining okay, but it’s cloudy and windy all of the day. Totally not worth it
Andrepoz · Aug 2025 · via TripAdvisor

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