Day Trips from Anuradhapura to Kandy

Explore the rich culture and heritage of Sri Lanka on this Kandy City Tour, complete with a scenic transfer to Ella. Begin your adventure at the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, filled with ancient murals and statues. Discover the beauty of Kandy, visiting the sacred Temple of the Tooth and enjoying a serene stroll around Kandy Lake. Don't miss the panoramic views from Bahirawa Kanda Temple and the exotic flora at the Royal Botanical Gardens. Conclude with a delightful Ceylon tea tasting at Damro Tea Factory, followed by a picturesque journey through lush tea plantations and misty mountains to Ella. - Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Dambulla Cave Temple - Explore Kandy's Temple of the Tooth and Kandy Lake - Enjoy a scenic transfer to Ella through stunning landscapes - Experience a Ceylon tea tasting at Damro Tea Factory

Enjoy an ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in Sri Lankan nature and encounter local wildlife—and make your sightseeing logistics seamless—on this private, full-day safari tour of Wilpattu National Park. Following pickup directly from your hotel (locations including Colombo, Kandy, and more are served), set off via Jeep. Benefit from your guide's knowledge as you go in search of elephants, leopards, and other elusive animals.

Marvel at two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single tour with this all-inclusive day trip that saves time with private round-trip transportation from numerous pick-up locations including Pasikuda and Kalkudah, plus fees and lunch. Stop at both the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and Dambulla Golden Rock Cave Temple for guided tours, plus opt to visit a Gem Museum & Showroom and Wood Carving Center along the way.

Kandy, the final capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka, has much to offer. Get your culture fix at the famous Temple of the Tooth, explore the Royal Botanical Gardens, and visit a tea factory to learn all about what happens to the leaves before they land in your pot. This tour includes private transfers from various beach towns on the west coast, a chauffeur-guide and licensed guide at the Temple of the Tooth.

Explore the cave temple complexes at Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide and head to Dambulla Cave Temple. After some time there, continue to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and admire the lion-shaped rocks and cave temples. At the end of the day, return to your hotel.