Kandy City Day Tour Sri Lanka

Duration: Full Day Tour

07:00 AM: Meet your chauffeur at the designated meeting point.

Stop at: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)

Start your day with a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the temple complex, which houses the sacred tooth relic of Buddha, and learn about its historical and religious significance.

Stop At: Kandy View Point, Rajapihilla Mawatha, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Hike up the hill near Kandy Lake to reach the Kandy viewpoint and witness a cityscape that's hard to match. This spot is a favorite among tourists, but it attracts many street vendors, although the quality of their goods may not always be top-notch. Be cautious, as this area is known for pickpocketing, so stay vigilant and watch over your belongings. From this vantage point, you can savor fantastic views of both the lake and the city.

Stop At: Bahirawa Kanda, Kandy District, Central Province

Bahirawa Kanda Vihara Buddha Statue and Temple is a prominent Buddhist temple located in Kandy, Sri Lanka. The temple is known for its impressive Bahirawa Kanda Buddha statue, which stands tall on a hill, overlooking the city of Kandy. This iconic statue, reaching a height of 88 feet (27 meters), is a symbol of peace and serenity. Visitors can climb the hill to the temple to enjoy panoramic views of Kandy and its surroundings, making it a popular spot for both religious worship and sightseeing. The temple's peaceful ambiance and breathtaking vistas make it a must-visit attraction in Kandy.

Stop at: Embekka Devalaya

Start your day by visiting the Embekka Devalaya, a wooden temple known for its intricate woodcarvings and ancient architecture.

Stop at: Gadaladeniya Vihara

Continue to the Gadaladeniya Vihara, a 14th-century Buddhist temple with South Indian architectural influence.

Stop at: Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens

Spend your afternoon at the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, which is renowned for its vast collection of orchids, palm trees, and exotic plants. Take a leisurely walk through the beautifully landscaped gardens.

Cultural Show (optional): If time permits, you can attend a cultural show in the evening to witness traditional Kandyan dance performances and drumming.

07.00 PM: The tour ends, and you will be dropped off at the designated location or your preferred drop-off point.