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Cultural Discovery of Kandy & Sigiriya
Ideal For: Travelers on Short Trips, Business Visitors, Culture Seekers
Duration: 4 days 3 nights
Itinerary Overview
This 4-day journey highlights Sri Lanka’s cultural heartlands, blending heritage, tradition, and authentic encounters. Explore Kandy’s sacred and artistic treasures, Sigiriya’s iconic rock fortress, and the golden cave temples of Dambulla. A short yet enriching escape into Sri Lanka’s essence, filled with history, nature, and hospitality.
Tour Highlights
Gem, craft & silk shopping experiences
Sacred temples (Temple of the Tooth, Dambulla.)
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Village encounter in the Cultural Triangle
What’s Included?
Half-board hotels (breakfast & dinner)
Private transport with English-speaking driver-guide
Entrance fees for listed attractions
Airport welcome & transfers
Your Journey At A Glance?
01. Bandaranayaike Airport
02. Sigiriya
03. Kandy
04. Bandaranayaike Airport
”Discover Sri Lanka’s cultural gems in just 4 days.
From Kandy’s sacred temples to Sigiriya’s iconic rock fortress book your journey today.”
DAY 01: Kandy
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be greeted with a warm Sri Lankan welcome. Travel to Kandy, the island’s cultural capital, where you will check in to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Royal Botanic Gardens of Peradeniya, renowned for its orchids and expansive tropical landscapes. If time allows, stop by a gem and craft shop to discover local artistry. In the evening, enjoy a colorful cultural dance show, showcasing traditional music and performances.
Amaya Hills, Kandy
Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 02: Kandy to Sigiriya
The morning begins with a visit to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, an important Buddhist site. On the way north, stop at a Hindu temple in Matale and continue to a spice garden, where travellers are introduced to Sri Lanka’s long-standing spice heritage. Later, visit the Dambulla Cave Temples, filled with murals and ancient statues. By evening, arrive in Sigiriya and check in to your accommodation.
Amaya Lake, Sigiriya
Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 03: Sigiriya
Today is dedicated to exploring Sigiriya. In the morning, climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering sweeping views of the plains below. Later, immerse in a village tour, where travellers encounter rural hospitality and traditions in a natural setting. In the afternoon, visit a silk boutique, where vibrant fabrics and handwoven designs showcase Sri Lanka’s artistic heritage. This stop offers an opportunity to appreciate the elegance of locally crafted textiles, with patterns inspired by the island’s culture and nature.
Amaya Lake, Sigiriya
Breakfast & Dinner
DAY 04: Departure
After breakfast, travel back to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure, concluding your short but memorable cultural journey through Sri Lanka.
Breakfast
Your Journey At A Glance?
01. Bandaranayaike Airport
02. Sigiriya
03. Kandy
04. Bandaranayaike Airport
”Discover Sri Lanka’s cultural gems in just 4 days.
From Kandy’s sacred temples to Sigiriya’s iconic rock fortress book your journey today.”
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