Sigiriya Lion Rock and Dambulla Cave Tour From Colombo

3.0/5
Srilanka, Colombo

Highlight
  • Guided tour to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Sigiriya Lion Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple.
  • Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, enjoy panoramic views from the summit, and visit the Sigiriya Museum.
  • Explore Dambulla Cave Temple, Sri Lanka's largest and best preserved cave temple, home to over 150 Buddha statues.
  • Enjoy a scenic countryside drive via the Colombo–Kurunegala Expressway.
  • Travel comfortably with hotel pick up and drop off from Colombo in an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Savor an authentic Sri Lankan lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Visit a spice and herbal garden to learn about Sri Lanka's traditional herbs and spices.
  • Explore the Dambulla Wholesale Economic Centre, Sri Lanka's largest fruit and vegetable market.
  • Tour timing: 5:30 am - 8 pm
  • Duration: 14 hrs approximately
  • Inclusions
    • Professional Chauffeur Guide
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
    • Transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
    • Spice and herbal garden visit
    • Dambulla Wholesale Economic Centre visit
    • Lunch (optional, if you have selected the option while booking)
  • Exclusions
    • Sigiriya fortress ticket (Adult: $35 / Child: $20)
    • Dambulla cave ticket (Adult: $10 / Child: $5)
    • Personal expenses and gratuities
    • Optional breakfast (payable on site)
    • Souvenirs
  • Description

    Discover two of Sri Lanka's most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a full day guided tour from Colombo. Climb the magnificent Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, explore the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple, and learn about Sri Lanka's traditional herbs and spices at a spice and herbal garden. You'll also visit the Dambulla Wholesale Economic Centre, the country's largest fruit and vegetable market, and enjoy an authentic Sri Lankan lunch at a local restaurant.

    Travel comfortably with hotel pick up and drop off in an air conditioned vehicle, accompanied by a professional English speaking guide. This tour offers a convenient, affordable, and well rounded way to experience some of Sri Lanka's most famous cultural attractions in a single day.

    Itinerary

    05:30 AM – Pick-up from your hotel/residence in Colombo
    Begin your journey to Sigiriya via the Colombo–Kurunegala Expressway.

    08:00 AM – Breakfast Stop (optional)

    09:30 AM – Visit the Sigiriya (Lion Rock Fortress)

    Climb the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site.
    See the famous Sigiriya Frescoes and Mirror Wall.
    Explore the ancient royal palace ruins.
    Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the summit.

    12:30 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant. (optional)

    02:00 PM – Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple

    Explore Sri Lanka's largest and best-preserved cave temple complex.
    Admire centuries-old Buddhist murals and over 150 Buddha statues.
    Enjoy scenic views from the temple entrance.

    03:30 PM – Visit a Spice & Herbal Garden

    Learn about Sri Lankan spices and Ayurvedic herbs.
    Opportunity to purchase authentic local products.

    04:00 PM – Visit the Dambulla Wholesale Economic Centre

    Experience Sri Lanka's largest wholesale fruit and vegetable market.

    04:30 PM – Depart for Colombo.

    08:00–08:30 PM – Arrive in Colombo and drop off at your hotel.

  • Child Policy
    • Infants aged 0-2 will not be charged.
    • Everyone else will be charged according to the adult rates.
  • Departure & Return
    Departure Point

    From our given pickup area point

    Departs

    See Availability

    Departure Time

    PickUp Time Start: 05:30| PickUp Time End: 05:30 | Booking Cutoff: 08

  • Additional Info
    • Please book this tour 8 hrs in advance
    • Please provide your hotel's address in advance
    • We will confirm your hotel's address and pick-up time one day in advance.
    • In case of any questions, you can contact us at sunleisureworldteamsrilanka@gmail.com 
    • We only provide pick up from hotels located within Colombo
    • Please carry sun protection, hats, sunglasses, and some cash for tickets with you during the tour.
  • How to Use
    • Please show your ticket to your tour guide.
    • This ticket is only valid for the booked date.
  • Cancellation Policy

    Pre-Paid Booking

    To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start date in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.

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Reviews

Mr.KLARA DYTRYCHOVA

So well organized - great extra touches.

Mr.AHMAD HMDAN

Great tour! I would gladly recommend it for anyone interested in Thai temples and food. Our guide was really knowledgeable and kind.

Mr.Octav Zlatior

This was a great tour! Our tour guide was great (sorry i dont remember her name but she was so nice and answered all of our questions).

Mr.Jon Larson

You will see everything food at local markets temples food blocker restaurant (passing the queue) free water and the tour guide explains everything fantastic to start Bangkok.

Mr.Veronika Mittermeier

We visited Thailand and our trip was well organized. Our experience was very nice. All the services were good and the hotels were also good. Well spent Thai Evening

Mr.Arefin Ahmed

We booked this tour based on reviews and everyone was right, it is great.

Mr.Shauket Waja

An amazing way to discover Bangkok. In krabi the stay was good.. Travel to nearby places were very good.. Hotel staff were very good.. In Phuket (Patong) the place was horrible.. The hotel you suggested was very bad..

Mr.Nishi Sharma

I’ve been to Bangkok 3 times now and never really been that in love with the city but going on this tour gave a whole new appreciation for it, I saw places I’d never been, the temples at night are just amazing and so different to the crowded day scen

Mr.Rosemila Camama

Just beautiful! I would highly recommend this tour!

Mr.Sabine Pieritz

We joined this tour on the first day of our trip to Thailand after landing the night before. It was perfect to have someone guide us around the city that first night as we were getting our bearings and experiencing a new place for the first time. Our