Kandy Full Day Tour from Colombo and Negombo and CMB Airport

Kandy Full Day Tour from Colombo and Negombo and CMB Airport

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16h
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Overview

Explore the cultural heart of Sri Lanka on this full-day tour to Kandy, featuring a selection of iconic attractions. Begin the journey with convenient pickup from your hotel in Colombo or Negombo, and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the renowned Temple of the Tooth Relic, stroll through the stunning Royal Botanical Garden, or experience the vibrant Kandy culture dance show. Enjoy insights into local tea production at a tea estate, and savour the beauty of Kandy Lake. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, ensuring a rich experience of Kandy's offerings.

Convenient pickup from Colombo or Negombo hotels in a private vehicle
Visit key attractions including the Temple of the Tooth and Royal Botanical Garden
Enjoy free entry to various sites, including the Spice Garden and Kandy Lake
Opportunity to witness a captivating Kandy culture dance show
Visit Pinnawala Millenium Foundation

Activity location

Millennium Elephant Foundation
- Kegalle, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Millennium Elephant Foundation
- Kegalle, Sri Lanka

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By AC Toyota KDH High Roof Van in English

16h
Opening hours: Mon 00:00-23:30
English

AC Toyota KDH High Roof Van
Duration: 15 hours
From Negombo or Colombo: Pick up from Colombo or Negombo & process your Kandy day tour & return to Colombo or Negombo
AC Toyota KDH High Roof Van
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

€219.30 x 1 Adult€219.30

Paid at activity€64.50

Total

By AC Toyota KDH Flat Roof Van in English

16h
Opening hours: Mon 00:00-23:30
English

AC Toyota KDH Flat Roof Van
Duration: 15 hours
From Negombo or Colombo: Pick up from Colombo or Negombo & process your Kandy day tour & return to Colombo or Negombo
AC Toyota KDH Flat Roof Van
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

€193.50 x 1 Adult€193.50

Paid at activity€64.50

Total

By Shared Transport in English

16h
Opening hours: Mon 00:00-23:59
English

Shared Transport
Duration: 15 hours
From Negombo or Colombo : Pick up from Colombo or Negombo & process your Kandy day tour & return to Colombo or Negombo
Shared Vehicle : The vehic will be select by operator according daily bookings

1-3 Pax by Car
3-7 Pax by Toyota KDH Van
7- 9 Pax by Kdh Van
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

€103.20 x 1 Adult€103.20

Paid at activity€64.50

Total

By Private AC Mini Car in English

16h
Opening hours: Mon 00:00-23:30
English

Private AC Mini Car
Duration: 15 hours
From Negombo or Colombo : Pick up from Colombo or Negombo & process your Kandy day tour & return to Colombo or Negombo
Air Conditioned Mini Car: The vehicle will be a Suzuki Specia, or Suzuki Wagon R, or a Similar Car
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

€134.16 x 1 Adult€134.16

Paid at activity€64.50

Total

BY Saloon Type AC Car in English

16h
Opening hours: Mon 00:00-23:30
English

BY Saloon Type AC Car
Duration: 15 hours
From Negombo or Colombo : Pick up from Colombo or Negombo & process your Kandy day tour & return to Colombo or Negombo
Saloon Type AC Car : The vehicle will be a Toyota Axio or Honda Fit shuttle, or a Similar car
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

€159.10 x 1 Adult€159.10

Paid at activity€64.50

Total

What's included, what's not

One Water Bottle per person (500ml)
Toll Gate Fees
All Taxes
Guide
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Entrance fees to mentioned sightseen

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Specialised infant seats are available
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Millennium Elephant Foundation

1h
Admission ticket not included

The Millennium Elephant Foundation is an organisation and charity established to rescue and care for captive Asian elephants in Sri Lanka. The foundation is situated on a 15-acre estate by the name of Samaragiri, which is located 10 km northwest of Kegalle, within the Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka

Susantha Spice and Herbal Garden

Susantha Spice and herbal garden is a tourist-based ayurvedic company founded more than 3 decades ago. We pride ourselves on being the best, offering the highest quality service and products to clients. Clients are treated to warm local hospitality and shown around the garden through a small walk with one of your local guides, who are experts in the local Ayurvedic lore. Customers are welcomed with a hot spiced tea. They are then explained about the various medicinal benefits derived from the vast array of herbs & trees in the garden. They are then explained about the various medicinal benefits derived from the vast array of herbs & trees in the garden. All guests are then directed to the nearest available demonstration hut, where they can all witness the usage demonstrations of the medicines produced from the plants and trees shown and explained to them earlier.

Dawson Tower

Dawson Tower is located on Kadugannawa in the Kadugannawa Pass next to the Colombo - Kandy Road, the first modern highway on the island. Work began on the Colombo-Kandy Road in 1820 under the direction of Captain William Francis Dawson, who died during the project. The Dawson Tower was erected in memory of Dawson.

National Railway Museum

1h
Admission ticket not included

The National Railway Museum of Sri Lanka is located in Kadugannawa, west of Kandy. The museum is owned by Sri Lanka Railways. The museum was opened on 27 December 2014 in order to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the railways in Sri Lanka. Previously, the museum was located in Colombo; 2 the old museum was opened in May 2009.[3] The museum has old engines, locomotives, rail cars, trolleys, carriages, machinery, and equipment that have been used since the beginning of the Sri Lanka Railway.

New Giragama Tea factory & Restaurant

Welcome to New Giragama Tea, where centuries of tradition and craftsmanship meet the lush beauty of Sri Lanka’s highlands. Nestled near the historic city of Kandy, estate has been cultivating premium Ceylon tea, renowned for its unparalleled quality and rich flavour. Each leaf is carefully hand-picked from verdant fields, ensuring that every cup you enjoy embodies the essence of dedication. At New Giragama, we believe that tea is more than just a drink—it’s a connection to nature, culture, and a timeless way of life. Your journey began with a promise to honour the legacy of Ceylon tea while innovating for the future. From sustainable farming practices to the meticulous art of tea-making, we are committed to preserving the integrity of craft.

Royal Botanical Gardens

1h
Admission ticket not included

Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya are about 5.5 km to the west of the city of Kandy in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. In 2016, the garden was visited by 1.2 million locals and 400,000 foreign visitors.[1] It is near the Mahaweli River (the longest river in Sri Lanka).[2] It is renowned for its collection of orchids. The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants, and palm trees.[3] Attached to it is the "National Herbarium of Sri Lanka". The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres (0.59 km2), at 460 metres above sea level, and with a 200-day annual rainfall. It is managed by the Department of National Botanic Gardens.

Tiesh by Lakmini Jewelry

The expansive space also includes a theatre which screens an informative film on the history and the arduous mining process of gems in Sri Lanka. There is also a replica mineshaft, which is a great attraction to the tourists as they get to see first-hand what a gem mine looks like. Additionally, there is also an interactive workshop where guests are encouraged to walk through the workshop and see the process of making jewellery. Thepiècee de résistance is, however, the gem and jewellery showroom which is situated on the ground floor of the building. With a keen eye for detail, the one-of-a-kind jewellery is crafted to international standards and designed to mesmerise.

Kandy Lake

Kandy Lake (Sinhala: නුවර වැව), also known as Kiri Muhuda or the Sea of Milk, is an artificial lake in the heart of the hill city of Kandy, Sri Lanka.

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

1h
Admission ticket not included

Sri Dalada Maligawa, commonly known in English as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic] is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the Royal Palace Complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. The relic was historically held by Sinhalese kings. The Temple of the Tooth is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple and the relic.

Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show

1h
Admission ticket not included

The Kandy Lake Club Cultural Dance Show is a stimulating Sri Lankan Arts, Dance & Cultural Heritage Show that is a must-see for any visitor who visits the historic city of Kandy. The Kandy Lake Club Dance started in 1982 with the view of having a cultural dance performance bringing together all Sri Lankan dance types to one platform. It is the first Cultural Dance Show of its kind to be established in Sri Lanka. It has since become a tourist attraction for many people visiting the country and keen on a glimpse of its rich cultural heritage. Hence, it has been performing continuously for the last 35 years. Dance techniques unique to areas of the island are usually passed on from generation to generation. These Dances are performed at local ceremonies and rituals using drums and costumes that are unique to each area. Among the attractions are the Dances depicting the majestic walk of the elephant, colourful performance of the peacock, and the mystical movements of the cobra.

Kandy View Point

Kandy Viewpoint is one of those exceptional spots that offers a panoramic embrace of the historic city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. Nestled up in the hills, this vantage point gives visitors the chance to soak in sweeping views of the entire city, the serene Kandy Lake, and the surrounding misty mountain range that hugs the city in a picturesque backdrop. For those who seek the perfect snapshot or a moment to take in the beauty of Kandy from above, this is the spot where we locals love to come and bask in the city’s scenic glory, just as the sun dips below the horizon or when the city lights begin to illuminate the evening.

Location

Activity location

Millennium Elephant Foundation
- Kegalle, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Millennium Elephant Foundation
- Kegalle, Sri Lanka

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