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A rock formation with dense greenery, labeled 'SIGIRIYA'. 2
Four people holding coconuts in an outdoor setting with a building in the background. 3
A large golden Buddha statue, a white pagoda, and a building with a traditional roof. 4
A large rock formation with trees in the foreground. 5
By Recharge Travels Tours

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Overview

  • Discover two of Sri Lanka's most important cultural landmarks on a private full-day journey. Climb Sigiriya Lion Rock and explore the ancient fortress complex, then continue to the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple to see its historic Buddhist statues and murals. Travel in a private vehicle with an English- or Tamil-speaking driver-guide. Hotel pickup from selected areas, lunch, bottled water, light refreshments and applicable taxes are included.

Activity location

  • Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
    • 21120, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
    • 21120, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Light refreshments
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    Buffet lunch
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    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    All taxes, fees, and handling charges
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in Colombo
  • Exclusions
    Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Exclusions
    Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking, however, infant meals not included
    • A significant amount of walking is involved during the climb up Lion's Rock
    • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions
    • Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Activity itinerary

Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Sigiriya Rock, a granite outcrop rising from scrubland areas that transform into water gardens during the rainy season. Then, climb the metal steps to the rocktop: home to a ruined fifth-century fortress. View the frescoes en route and explore the relics on the summit, the remnants of a royal citadel built by King Kasyapa.

Dambulla Cave Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
UNESCO-listed Rock Temple of Dambulla: five hill caves converted into a temple in the first century BC and filled with Buddha statues. Inspect the caves with their stunning wall and ceiling murals as your guide shares Dambulla's history.

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Activity location

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    Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
    • 21120, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

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    Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
    • 21120, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

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