Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple (Private Day Trip)
Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple (Private Day Trip)
By Lankan Detours
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Start your journey with pickup at 5am from your accommodation in Colombo to embark on a journey to
Dambulla, which is approximately a 4-hour drive.
At 7am, eat a delicious breakfast in Kurunegala.
Visit Sigiria Lion Rock and Sigiriya Museum
After spending sometime at the museum and eating lunch, at 2pm, visit Dambulla Cave Temple with
your guide. The Seated Buddha Dambulla Cave Temple is located about 30 minutes
At 5 pm, you will head back to Colombo, which is approximately a 4-hour drive.
At around 09 pm – 10 pm, you will arrive back to your accommodation in Colombo.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 1-70
Duration: 12–15 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Lunch (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Colombo
- Local taxes, parking and highway charges
- Private, air conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Sigiriya (if option selected)
- Entry/Admission - Dambulla CaveTemple (if option selected)
- Breakfast (if option selected)
- Entry/Admission - Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
- Entry/Admission - Dambulla Cave Temple
What's not included- The personal spending (Tips, Laundry, Mini Bar, Telephone, Internet, Fax etc)
- Any other services not specified above
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Medical Expenses, Insurance, International Flights and Accommodation
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Start:
- Colombo, Sri LankaWe can pickup from anywhere in Colombo OR Negombo.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 90837P4- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A significant amount of walking is involved
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Each traveller is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking, however, Infant meals not included
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions & pregnant women
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 90837P4
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$134.34
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Itinerary
- Colombo, Sri LankaWe can pickup from anywhere in Colombo OR Negombo.
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About the operator
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- jaapinamsterdam0 contributions🐘 great trip with Lankan Detours! 🛺We have travelled a lot, but never this comfortable and relaxed. At first we got a concept itinerary and hotel suggestions for our trip (25 days in total), which we amended to our liking and interests. Communication about this was flawless. The destinations and hotels were well chosen and all booked, as was the requested mini van. For our daily program the itinerary gave many suggestions, but we were completely free in what we eventually did. In mr. Prasad we found the best driver possible. He is a relaxed, yet very confident driver, who guided us safely through traffic in the most impossible places. He also took us to the nicest local food places, and occasionally he acted as our interpreter. He would pick us up at any place and any time we wanted, and made sure the van was clean and provided with drinking water and umbrellas against the hot afternoon sun. Prasad: thank you very, very much! Because of all this we were able to fully enjoy wonderful and colourful Sri Lanka. We truly recommend Lankan Detours - and oh: no detours we're needed ;) Jaap and Nicholas, Amsterdam (NL)Written January 23, 2024
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- NadineAusi0 contributionsLankan detours, a reliable and excellent tour company.We had used Lankan deTours Tours (LDT) in 2017 from a one day visit to Colombo, where we visited Kandy and the Elephants in transit. LDT were prescribed by others on our companions, who had used them previously. They were on schedule on time, proficient and considerate, and a private visit for 5 of us, turned out a lot less expensive than a organized tour. So in Jan this year, we had no hesitation in reaching them once more, for our one week visit to Sri Lanka, on our arrival from the Singapore They were again and as expected, very professional in the design of our custom tours for 5 people and we went on 4 separate tours with them. Costs were very reasonable and we would have no hesitation suggesting them and using them once more. we were fortunate to get both Singapore and Sri Lanka in, before this frightful virus had increase. NadineWritten April 17, 2020
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- Fabian_HN_Ko0 contributionsUdawalawe Safari experienceThe day started with a very prompt pickup from the hotel at 7 am, where we were greeted by a friendly driver and off we went on our road trip towards the Udawalawe National Park. Two large bottles of chilled water were provided, but as it was a long drive, travellers should probably best watch their water consumption during the ride, but luckily it was not the driver's first rodeo so he knows exactly where to go for toilet breaks when nature calls. Upon the end of the first leg of the journey, we arrived at a resort near the National Park, where we had a local buffet lunch; obviously it was not a five star hotel buffet, but it was definitely better than any packed lunch, and was genuinely above our expectations. After lunch, we got onto the sightseeing off-road-er and entered the park. Long story short: elephants, peacocks, eagles, buffaloes...yidi yada...The driver from the road trip also got on, and became the second spotter of animals together with the off-road-er driver. They were quite knowledgeable as to what the animals were, but did not go on to give a lecture about them, which we thought was very appropriate. For the next few hours, we spot different animals, stop for pictures...the usual touristy things. The driver was very accommodating for us and quite observant to how much time to stop for each occasion. When it rained during the Safari visit, the driver literally stopped and jumped out to install the rain guards for us, and roll them back up when we prompted him when we thought the rain was small enough to resume normal open viewing. After the park, we went back to the resort to change cars, and off we went again for the homeward bound journey. The entire day was planned and very well executed. Note to travellers who are worried about waking up early: don't be! You will have plenty of opportunities (and time) to sleep on the journey to and from the park. Great experience; 5/5.Written September 19, 2019
- Andersonthetraveller0 contributionsAgain, they proved they are the bestAgain we have traveled with Lankan DeTours. These people mean good business! All From Staff to Driver are Thorough professionals and punctual.Our driver was a fantastic guy, who was extremely polite, knowledgeable and careful about the passenger's requirements. We were traveling with old parents and young children but he made sure that everyone's taken care of. The car was in excellent condition and he drove very well too. I'd definitely recommend them to everyone visiting Sri Lanka and would surely use their services.Written August 22, 2019
- Andersonthetraveller0 contributions4 Weeks Fantastic Tour with DeTour - Sri Lanka.We used Lankan DeTours to help us to plan our tour of Sri Lanka.Firstly we have to mention that Communication was excellent, which is really important when trying to make a tour plan. Truly we had amazing experience in Sri Lanka with a large group of friends. We were very fortunate to have Niroshan as driver. These gentleman was professional at all times and provided good insight as to what sightseeing our group should do in Sri Lanka. He was extremely flexible and accommodating allowing for us to have complete control of our schedule. Would extremely recommend these drivers to anybody looking to explore Sri Lanka!Written May 21, 2019
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- charleside0 contributionsgreat and lovely 3 weeks through Sri LankaMy partner and I had an excellent opportunity to get to know well, and fully enjoy, the beautiful landscapes, historical sites, ancient temples plus fabulous beaches of Sri Lanka, thanks to the perfect assistance of the management of Lankan Detours, mr. Prasanthan, and the efficient and loyal help of the designated driver, mr. Prasad, who managed to get us safely to all the sites and through the sometimes very hectic traffic on the Island. Great travel agent who organized everything splendidly. they even took care of things we by accident left behind in hotel rooms to be brought back to us!! The company, mr. Prasanthan, and our driver, mr Prasad, are to be recommended. Perfect service before and during our travels... Thank’s to them we had a good time and we will fondly remember our stay in Sri Lanka. Ronald and CharlesWritten February 1, 2019
- Wander645909549830 contributionsBest Tour operator in Sri Lanka.Recently we did an amazing 15 days tour with Lankan Detours. Contacted Lankan Detours after contacting two other companies, I found online and was very pleased to receive a fantastic tour plan within one hour time. Mr. Roshan made us a very good tour plan to visit all major sites around Sri Lanka in our 15 free days. The itinerary included starting from Colombo airport - Sigiriya - Pasikuda - Kandy - Ella - Udawalawa - Mirissa and Bentota before our late night departure. It was a all included package with hotels and everything we needed like Entrance tickets, parking fees etc. Mr. Niroshan was our tour guide and driver for the whole trip. And Niroshan was amazing throughout. He shared many historical facts and many information about his beautiful country. He showed us many good places to eat and pointing out wild life on our funny drives around Sri Lanka. The car was lovely and very comfortable. We felt very safe in the car every time. Also with Niroshan, his driving was very good. We would definitely recommend Niroshan and Lankan Detours as Best tour company in Sri Lanka ! Thanks for making our holiday so special. Anna AltonWritten November 1, 2018
- Trek191156369470 contributionsA Dream Tour Ever in my LifeHi, Lankan Detours I have just visited Sri Lanka for week time with Lankan Detours. It was absolutely pleasant tour and Lankan Detours team had arranged everything so nicely that I couldn’t have to look for any options starting from airport pick up to end drop off at airport. Would especially thanks to Prashanthan and other team members who has made my holiday one of the most memorable pleasant. Majority places were covered nicely so that i can make maximum visit to places and spend maximum time at the places. Besides these, as it was personal customized tour which had covered Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara eliya, Bentota, Galle, Colombo and off course the places which are nearby these cities as well. Whatever I had spent for this it was really worth it. Any tour cannot be pleasant if we do not have the friendly guide and driver. I had my driver names “Sam” who gave me all his support as and when I required. Moreover he was very friendly so that my trip became like I was not visiting there as a tourist but I felt that I moved to meet one family and together with family I spent very memorable time. I must say that if tour of Sri Lanka then without any doubt it must be with LANKAN DETOURS. Thanks to Lankan Detours team. Hope to see you once again. Thank you S.TironeWritten October 31, 2018
- ahmedali44520180 contributionsIncredible tour in Sri Lanka with familyThank you for your services, both you and we we're lucky to have Sam as our driver, is the really very very reliable, treated the car like a rolls Royce and my family like his own I will recommend him and you to my family for any future trips to Sri Lanka My wife and child we're very comfortable with him and he really became part of our family also. You should be proud to have such a beautiful country with such beautiful people. Regards AhmedWritten October 28, 2018
- tonss20180 contributionsOutstanding service - going beyond expectationsHello Lankan Detours!!!!.We wanted to say thank you for the amazing trip. Our driver Prasad was the best driver we could have wished for! He was always on time, super polite and organized everything we wanted for us. He is a very safe driver and knows the country and every street very well.Discovering your beautiful country with his service was just amazing. Thank you very much for the good service and a special thanks to Prasad! Kind regards,Written September 9, 2018
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