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Kandy Private Guided City Tour by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 605 reviews
10/10
605 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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From Kandy: Sigiriya Rock & Dambulla Cave Temple Adventure
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 341 reviews
10/10
341 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Luxury Day Trip from Colombo to Pinnawala and Kandy Highlights
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Modern Colombo City Tour with Local Food Experiences
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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From Sigiriya To Kandy Drop Tour - Sri Lanka
Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
6h 30m+
10.0 out of 10 with 36 reviews
10/10
36 GetYourGuide reviews
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Kandy City Tour From Colombo
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
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From Kandy: Ambuluwawa Tower & three Temple Tour by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
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Kandy Cooking Class With Nilu (Free pick up & Drop)
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 46 reviews
10/10
46 GetYourGuide reviews
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Kandy: Nuwara Eliya Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 79 reviews
9.8/10
79 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy Day Tour from Colombo , Negombo , Bentota or Kalutara Area
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
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Adventure & outdoor
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Kandy City Tour by TukTuk with Laka
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Sri Lanka All-inclusive Day Tour: Hiking & Activities Farmers Village Kandy
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Udawalawe Safari - Private & Customise Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 Viator review
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Knuckles Mountains Range 8 hours day tours from Kandy city
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Sigiriya & Dambulla: All-inclusive Day Tour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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09 Days Heritage Trails of Sri Lanka
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy To Dambulla and Sigiria City Full Day by Laka Tours
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Ella Day Tour from Kandy with tea factory
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Kanneliya Rain Forest Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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Knuckles Leopard trail Trek from Kandy
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
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Classes & workshops
See all 37 activitiesFrom Kandy: Ambuluwawa Tower & three Temple Tour by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
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Kandy Cooking Class With Nilu (Free pick up & Drop)
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 46 reviews
10/10
46 GetYourGuide reviews
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per adult*
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Ella-Haputae Tea Plantation Safari By Tuk Tuk & Liptons Seat
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
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Private Kandy Authentic Cooking Class
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
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Authentic Sri Lankan Cooking Class in Kandy with Local Family
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy: Sigiriya Village Life Experience with Lunch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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From Kandy: All-inclusive Nuwara Eliya Day Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Bentota Private Village Tour All-Inclusive
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy: Traditional Cooking Class (Free pick up & Drop)
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
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Kandy Market Fruits Tasting Guided Tour
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
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Spa & wellness
See all 13 activitiesSigiriya & Dambulla: All-inclusive Day Tour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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From Kandy: 2-Day Adam’s Peak Hike & Drop to Ella
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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Kandy Tea Factory & Tea Testing Tour by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Tuk-Tuk Tales of Kandy: A Sensory City Tour with Local Guide
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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From Kandy: B&B One Night Stay & Train Ride to Ella
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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From Kandy: Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Caves & Nalanda Heritage
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy: Heritage and Architectural by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
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From Kandy: Sigiriya & Dambulla Tuk-Tuk Heritage Adventure
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
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Kandy: Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Sacred Tooth Tuk-Tuk Tour
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kandy Tea Factory visit & Tea Tasting with Pickup & Drop
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
10/10
5 GetYourGuide reviews
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Shows & concerts
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Private Kandy City Tour by Tuk-Tuk with Local Guide
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.8 out of 10 with 45 reviews
9.8/10
45 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kandy: City Tour with Temple of the Tooth & Tea Garden
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kandy: All-day Ambuluwawa and Kandy City Tour by Tuk-Tuk
Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
12h 30m
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Kandy: Beer TukTuk City Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
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Exciting evening with Fire Dancing cultural show
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
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Exclusive: Overnight adventure camping in Knuckles & Meemure
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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Habarana: Pure Village Life and Cultural Experience Day Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
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From Kandy: All-inclusive Full-Day Tour in Kandy - Private
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
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What to do in Gankewala
Frequently asked questions
Is Gankewala worth visiting?
Gankewala has a unique blend of culture, local charm and attractions. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or traditional food, there's plenty here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Gankewala?
Kick your day off with a visit to Royal Palace of Kandy and Victoria Dam Viewpoint. Then, check out different parts of Gankewala for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Gankewala?
Royal Palace of Kandy is one of the top tourist attractions in Gankewala and deserves a spot on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Gankewala?
Book a break in Gankewala for three days and you'll comfortably be able to tick off its key sights and experience the local way of life. For the chance to see attractions in the surrounding areas and venture off the tourist trail, consider hanging around for seven to ten days.
What are some activities to do in Gankewala with kids?
If you are after tours and attractions for all ages, have a look at these fabulous ideas for what to do in Gankewala with kids.
What to do in Gankewala for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Gankewala, with experiences for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Kandy Garrison Cemetery or Kandy War Cemetery.
Are there free things to do in Gankewala?
There are many great things to do in Gankewala. Unwind in the parks or join in on free events and festivals. Gankewala offers lots of budget-friendly experiences that let you discover this area without taking your wallet out.
