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Kandy City Tour from Dambulla

Explore Kandy's Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, local artisan workshops, and the Royal Botanical Gardens on a 12-hour private day tour from Dambulla.

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About this experience

Your private, air-conditioned vehicle collects you from your Dambulla hotel and heads south to Kandy, Sri Lanka's last royal capital. First stop is the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic — walk through its gilded corridors, take in the ornate shrines, and appreciate the architecture that has drawn pilgrims for centuries. Your English-speaking chauffeur guide explains the history at every turn, and two 500 ml water bottles per person keep you comfortable on the road.

After the temple, visit local artisan workshops — gem crafters, woodcarvers, and batik makers — where you can watch the craft up close and pick up a meaningful souvenir. The tour rounds off at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, home to one of Asia's most celebrated collections of rare and tropical plant life. The full day runs to 12 hours; entrance tickets, meals, and gratuities are not included.

Duration12 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Group typePrivate — your party only
Min age7 years
ReferenceLKYRPNQNJ8

What’s included

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of English-speaking chauffeur guide.

Not included

  • Entrance tickets to the visiting sites.
  • Food and beverages.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • Gratuities.

Please note

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour. Wearing well-covered attire along with Sandals or Flip Flops are recommend for Temple of the Tooth Relic and to all other religious sights of Sri Lanka.
  • Your hotel in Dambulla

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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