Tours in Kandy

Experience the perfect blend of adventure and culture on the Pidurangala Rock and Hiriwadunna Village Safari Day Tour from Kandy. What sets this tour apart is the combination of breathtaking natural beauty and authentic Sri Lankan village life. Start your day with an early morning climb up Pidurangala Rock, where you’ll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views of Sigiriya Rock and the surrounding landscape—an unforgettable sight, especially at sunrise. Following this adventure, immerse yourself in the rural charm of Hiriwadunna Village. Here, you’ll enjoy a traditional bullock cart ride, explore lush paddy fields, and savor an authentic village lunch prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Tour Highlights: Witness panoramic views of Sigiriya and the surrounding countryside. Experience a bullock cart ride and explore the village. Enjoy a meal prepared with fresh, local ingredients. Connect with local villagers and learn about their daily lives.

Your day will start with a private pick up straight from your hotel by one of our amazing local guides who will also be your driver for the day! Relax and enjoy the ride as we take you to Dambana Veddha Village, the primary home of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka and explore their unique way of life. Next you'll visit the Mahiyanganaya Raja Maha Vihararya, a temple that's steeped in history and spirituality. And that's not all! We'll then make our way to Sorabora Lake, where you can enjoy a fun boat ride and take in the stunning views of the surrounding greenery. Your day will end with a delicious high tea session by the lake, complete with a variety of delicious treats. The highlights of this tour include: -Get unique inside the life of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka -Visit the Mahiyanganaya Temple, that is believed to be the site of Gautama Buddha's first visit to Sri Lanka -Take a boat ride on Sorabora lake and enjoy a high tea

Rafting in Sri Lanka is one of the most thrilling experiences. This whitewater rafting section of the Kelani River is suitable for amateurs as well as professionals. During the river run you will experience the thrill of shooting rapids and the euphoria of making it through. You don't require a higher degree of rafting skills or swimming experience as the rapids of Kalani River are graded as 2 and 3. Some of the rapids of the Kalani River are named with unique names such as Virgin’s Breast, Killer Falls, Butter Crunch and Head Chopper.

I’m Chitra from a traditional Sri Lankan family. Government certified and award winning cooking & baking teacher since 1989, awarded the Inspirational woman of the year award in 2011. I present you a unique culinary journey that will indulge you in a hands on Sri Lankan cuisine experience. The venue is easily accessible through the Colombo-Kandy highway, nestled in a tranquil area within Kandy city limits. Please refer my featured article on New York Times (Jan 30, 2019) under Frugal traveler “Sri Lanka, an Island Nation That Is Best Savored Slowly” By Lucas Peterson who enjoyed the Flavours of Sri Lanka cooking class booked as an abnb experience.

Adventure seekers will feel the real thrill of excitement descending along with a down flowing strain of water and canyoning with jumps including 45 feet one and slides at different levels.

Explore the wild beauty of Wilpattu National Park on this half-day safari from Kandy. Wilpattu is Sri Lanka’s largest national park, famous for its natural lakes, known as "villus," and its rich wildlife. Your adventure begins with an early morning or afternoon pickup from your Kandy hotel and a scenic drive to the park. Once inside, hop into a 4x4 safari jeep and embark on an exciting journey through the park’s diverse landscapes. Keep your eyes peeled for leopards, elephants, sloth bears, deer, and a variety of bird species that call this wilderness home. The park’s unique villu ecosystems create ideal spots for wildlife sightings. After your thrilling safari, you’ll return to Kandy with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s untamed beauty.

The village is surrounded by hills and a lot of trees. In addition to everything else, this is where David Lean shot his epic, Academy Award-winning movie "Bridge on the River Kwai" in 1957. Most tourists that participate in adventure sports are from various parts of Sri Lanka. Whitewater rafting is the main draw in Kitulgala. It's also well known for activities like confidence leaping, waterfall abseiling, stream sliding, and jungle trekking. The exploration of caves and rivers comes last but not least.

Experience two of Sri Lanka's UNESCO-recorded treasures on this visit from Kandy — Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla's specialty filled cave-sanctuaries. Leave transport worries behind as you’re picked up from your hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle and travel to the two sights thus. At Sigiriya, enjoy time to move to the rocktop and examine the wall artistic creations en route, and at Dambulla, investigate the amazing caverns loaded with Buddha statues and pictures.

This is one of the best experienced tour travelers can enjoy. there are lots of places such as Water falls, Mountains, Gardens, lakes Tea factories, Food restaurants to visit on the way to Ella.

Take one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic train rides—from Kandy to Ella.After Kandy hotel pickup, take your seat—chosen for optimal views—on the Ella-bound train. Then, admire tea estates, valleys, and villages.

Kandy is where history and tradition are combined to create a culture. Capital of the last Sinhalese kingdom, which fell to the British in 1815 after defying the Portuguese and Dutch for three centuries. It took the British another 16 tough years to finally build a road linking Kandy with Colombo. Do insist on spending at least a Day in the misty hill city that looks good even when it’s raining. Some days Kandy’s skies seem perpetually bruised, with stubborn mist clinging to the hills surrounding the city’s beautiful center piece lake. This Kandy sightseeing tour visits multiple highlights of the UNESCO-listed city with our professional Chauffeur/guide

Knuckles Mountains Range have become a major tourist destination in Sri Lanka. Ability to experience the diversity of the trek while avoiding the fatigue of days of trekking. This is the best opportunity to see the endemic bird species, fauna, flora and fauna of Sri Lanka. Guided by those who make their living living in the Knuckles Mountains, the best places and everything of value can be seen. With over 12 years of experience we are a tourist destination with the best security service and the most flexible service. Knuckles Mountains Range crossing west to east medium hard exiting waterfall trek....Here we can introduce the destination of the seven waterfalls at the top of Knuckles as the most valuable and unique place in the Knuckles Mountains.After visiting this waterfall, the place is popular with many tourists for lunch and bathing.

This 2-hour village tour of Hingula gives you a complete experience of rural village life in Sri Lanka. Ride a Tuk Tuk through rubber plantations and paddy fields to reach the village. Experience a short oxen cart ride. Get to know more about village life and the history of the local temple. Watch how coconuts are harvested. Learn to prepare a meal of Roti and Pol Sambol (Coconut Sambol). Enjoy your meal in the shady confines of a thatched clay village home. Finish off with a cooling dip in a natural rock pool.

This tour takes you through the Hanthana Tea Plantation and allows you to learn more about the history of Tea in Sri Lanka. Get a chance to visit the Ceylon Tea Museum with its tea related artefacts. Cycle through Hanthana Tea Estate and watch the tea pluckers at work. Enjoy marvellous views of the landscape as you pass by. An incredible journey to remember.

Experience white water rafting in the falls of Kithulgala jungle on this private, guided tour. Learn the proper safety measures and embark on an adrenaline-pumping adventure surrounded by the gorgeous scenery on this half-day tour. Please be noted that the minimum age limit for this tour is 10 years for safety purposes.

Pick up from your hotel in Kandy and proceed to Kithulgala, a lush rainforest village nestled by the Kelani River and known as Sri Lanka’s adventure capital. On arrival, gear up for an exciting white-water rafting experience, navigating 5 major and 4 minor rapids with the guidance of professional instructors and full safety equipment. After the thrill, enjoy a refreshing dip in the river before heading to a nearby village. Here you will be treated to an authentic Sri Lankan lunch, freshly prepared in traditional style. Afterward, follow a scenic village trail that winds through paddy fields and spice plants, leading to a small hidden waterfall. Take time to splash in the cool water, dip your feet in natural pools, and enjoy simple fun activities with the locals before returning to Kandy for drop-off at your hotel.

This half-day cycling tour will take you on a thrilling and challenging ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya. Start from the Ceylon Tea Museum and cycle through verdant tea fields. Travel over steep rocky trails, gravel lanes, wide smooth concrete roads, and wilderness. Pass through Galaha, Pupuressa, Ramboda and finally end at Nuwara Eliya. Stop by the Damro Tea Factory along the way for a nice cup of hot tea.

Kandy being the last kingdom of Sri Lanka, it has many things to offer it's visitors. Historical, Archaeological places and some naturally beautiful places are among the top things to do in Kandy. We have planned this tour to enable the visitors to experience most of the key things to do in Kandy. Our driver collects you from the hotel in Kandy and ride the tuk tuk."Tuk - Tuk" has become a sub culture in Sri Lanka and it's one of the most fun, convenient and economical transport modes. Tuk Tuk is not available in most of the other countries and guests who visit Sri Lanka make it a point to enjoy the ride of this simple vehicle as well as the opportunity of taste local fruits and locals life all the way.

Explore the Ancient Wonders of Polonnaruwa with Aaliya Tours! Join Aaliya Tours on a captivating day trip to Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle and an expert driver, knowledgeable in both local history and safe travel. Visit iconic landmarks such as Gala Vihara, Lankatilaka Temple, Polonnaruwa Ruins, and the Archaeological Museum, where you'll discover the ancient splendor of this once-mighty kingdom. After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, continue exploring Rankot Vihara, Tivanka Image House, and Thuparama Gedige. This affordable, personalized tour offers a rich cultural experience, bringing history to life without compromising comfort or safety. Book now for a day full of adventure and discovery in Sri Lanka’s ancient heartland!

Unless you hire a car, visiting Sri Lanka’s UNESCO-listed ruined capital of Anuradhapura from Colombo, Negombo or Kandy in a day is impossible. This private tour delivers: with return air-conditioned transport and a driver-guide to show you around. Roam the temples, ponds, and shrines, including the Jetavanarama stupa; and hear tales of this ancient and sacred city you’d otherwise miss. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included for ease and comfort.

Discover the wonders of Kandy on this captivating day tour, exploring its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes. Your journey begins at the Royal Botanical Garden in Peradeniya, followed by the iconic Big Buddha at Bahirawakanda Temple. Visit the Kandy War Cemetery and delve into Sri Lanka's gem heritage at the Natural Gems and Gemological Museum. Experience traditional music and dance at the Kandy Lake Club Cultural Dance Show. Next, explore the Geragama Tea Factory, a Batik Factory, Gem & gemological museum, and a Wood Carving Factory to see local artisans at work. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Kandy View Point. Depending on time and guest interests, additional attractions may include the Kandy Cultural Center and local markets. Conclude your day at the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, one of Buddhism's most significant sites. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, history, and culture, making it an unforgettable experience in Kandy.

This tour takes you from your hotel in Sigiriya to Wilpattu National Park on a guided jeep safari. Get a chance to catch sight of the elusive Sri Lankan Leopard. Photograph a number of endemic and threatened wildlife within their natural habitats. Enjoy an excellent picnic lunch within the park, surrounded by nature. This is a rare opportunity to experience Sri Lanka at its wildest.

Buddhima, a warm and friendly host will pick you up from your Kandy hotel and drive you to the Kandy Central market. This bustling market is housed inside a two-storey building where you will find everything that you need to cook Sri Lankan food - fruits, vegetables, spices and dried fish. Purchase fresh ingredients for your cooking class and then drive together 30 minutes to Buddhima's home. Sri Lankan cuisine is a blend of spices, flavors and colors and Buddhima is delighted to share her passion for Sri Lankan cuisine with people visiting her beautiful country. Buddhima, her mother, and two young children Mandil and Sandun (when they are home) will welcome you into their rustic, family home in the countryside of Kandy. They live in a small village near the Gadaladeniya temple in a leafy neighborhood. Roll up your sleeves and learn to cook in her small kitchen Sri Lankan curries during your private cooking class and share the meal you helped prepare with the whole family!

We start from Kandy. On our way to Sigiriya first stop will be Matale Hindu temple. Its one of biggest & colorful Hindu temples in Sri Lanka. Then second stop will be Nalanda Gedige as known center point of Sri Lanka. Nalanda Gedige is an ancient complete stone temple .Third stop will be Cave temple Dambulla. It is also World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka. This cave temple is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka. Fourth stop will be Sigiriya . Also known as the Lion's Rock. This ruin is surrounded by gardens, ponds and other structures. Sigiriya also a World Heritage site. After visit we can stop our tour for lunch break. After that we drive you back to Kandy. This all tour will take 10hours with transportation and visits of attractions .After all we drive you back to Kandy. Then we can drop you any hotel or any place in around Kandy.