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Private Sigiriya Day Tour and Authentic Sri Lankan Lunch Buffet

4.9(23)Colombo1 hour
VIATOR4.8(6)TRIPADVISOR4.9(17)

Description

Embark on a captivating small-group tour from Colombo or Negombo, journeying into Sri Lanka's lush heartlands. Begin with an exploration of the awe-inspiring Buddha-statue-packed caves of Dambulla. Then, conquer the ancient ruins atop Sigiriya Rock or meander through its serene gardens. Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned vehicle and a knowledgeable chauffeur, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience. Discover the beauty and history of these iconic landmarks without the usual stress, making memories that will last a lifetime.

Tour Options

Private Sigiriya Day Tour and Authentic Sri Lankan Lunch Buffet
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included40 min

A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka. As this is situated around around 160 km away from Colombo it might take up to 3 hours 15 mins to reach.

Admission not included90 min

Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of granite rock approximately 180 m high. 30 mins from Dambulla Royal cave temple.

Admission not included60 min

Pidurangala Rock is a towering rock popular as a hiking spot which is situated a few kilometers north of Sigiriya. It is a suitable destination for moderate hikes & climbs to the top of the rock and popular for panoramic views, especially of Sigiriya along with the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. There is a giant reclining Buddha statue about halfway up the rock, which is partially reconstructed out of brick. At the base of the rock is the Pidurangala Sigiri Rajamaha Viharaya which is a white temple by the road. 15 mins ride from the Sigirya rock fortress

30 min

From typical wooden elephant ornaments to the more intricately carved wooden traditional masks, Oak Ray Wood Carving boasts of one of the more comprehensive wood carving collections in Sri Lanka. A go-to establishment to find that perfect memento of your journey around the Paradise Island of Sri Lanka.

Highlights

Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
A lunch buffet freshly arranged for you by a native family at an authentic village house in the midst of farming fields

What's included

Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
A lunch buffet freshly arranged for you by a native family at an authentic village house in the midst of farming fields
Not included
Gratuities
Entrance Fees for Cave Temple & Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Pidurangala Rock
Stop on the way can be arranged

Pickup Locations & Times

We pickup any guest from anywhere in Srilanka at any time needed depending on the tour time period

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews(23)

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katerinkagavriluk
December 24, 2025
Amazing private tour

We had an excellent private tour to Sigiriya. Everything was well organized, comfortable, and stress-free from start to finish. Our driver was punctual, friendly, and very knowledgeable about Sri Lanka, which made the long drive enjoyable. Sigiriya Rock Fortress was absolutely breathtaking, and having a private tour allowed us to explore at our own pace without feeling rushed. We also appreciated the helpful explanations about the history and local culture along the way. The vehicle was clean and air-conditioned, water was provided, and we always felt safe and well taken care of. Overall, it was a smooth, memorable experience and great value for a private tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sri Lanka and wanting a personalized, comfortable trip to Sigiriya.

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XanderCaron
December 24, 2025
Fantastic tour! Highly recommend!

We had an excellent private tour to Sigiriya and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Everything was well organized, comfortable, and perfectly paced. Our guide was outstanding — extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, with great explanations of the history and significance of Sigiriya. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying the day, and his insights really brought the site to life. This tour exceeded our expectations in every way. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Sri Lanka.

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Alexandre_C
December 23, 2025
Fantastic!

We had an excellent private tour to Sigiriya and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Everything was well organized, comfortable, and perfectly paced. Our guide was outstanding — extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, with great explanations of the history and significance of Sigiriya. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying the day, and his insights really brought the site to life. This tour exceeded our expectations in every way. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Sri Lanka.

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Lailani_H
July 28, 2025
Very good for a solo traveler woman

The tour guide/driver was very nice. English is good. Very gentleman and friendly. Very helpful to my needs and a good team for my limited time.

Operator response

Dear Maam, Greetings from Amazing Getaways. Thankyou so much for the wonderful comments. Of course it is our duty and moto to make our guests feel like home. Your words mean a lot and will go a long way. Thankyou for visiting my Amazing Country. Hope to see you again. Stay Blessed

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kimworldtraveler
March 13, 2025
I loved this tour and the guide was fantastic!!

I loved this tour and guide so much that I booked multiple tours! Excellent English!! Great sense of humor. Always on time. Looks out for the well being, comfort and enjoyment of his guests. Fantastic recommendations. Flexible and able to accommodate requests including helping me find and purchase needed products from a pharmacy and recommending local foods I never would’ve found on my own. I really enjoyed climbing the rock fortress and learning all the history. Don’t worry it’s a lovely climb with incredible views and plenty of rest stops if needed. The safari, boat ride, village tour and village lunch were INCREDIBLE!! OMG!!! I was debating between this tour and another tour company and I’m SO PLEASED that I chose this tour!! It’s not guaranteed and the safari guides do their best, but thankfully I saw a TON of elephants. The village family cooked an amazing and flavorful traditional meal and taught me how to separate rice from the hull, open coconut and shave it, and make rice flour. I think this may have been my favorite part!! The Buddhist temple was calm and serene. But mostly Sanchitha makes the tour!! He’s a fantastic guide!! I highly recommend this tour and company! I am a solo female traveler and I felt safe throughout and had a fantastic time!

Operator response

Hello Maam, Thankyou so much for your lovely words. Of course it is our duty to make our guests feel like home. Your words will motivate us to facilitate our guests even better. I hope you will visit again and we meet again.

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Zdenka M
March 3, 2025
Great trip to experience Sri Lanka .

I enjoyed the trip a lot. It was fascinating to see so many elephants living in the nature park. The rock fortress climb was a great experience too. Thanks to our fantastic guide who was able to adjust the agenda we also avoided the busy times there. I recommend the visit😀

Operator response

Dear Maam, Greetings from Amazing Getaways. Thankyou so much for the wonderful comments. Of course it is our duty and moto to make our guests feel like home. Your words mean a lot and will go a long way. Thankyou for visiting my Amazing Country. Hope to see you again. Stay Blessed

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Venus-David
November 3, 2024
Farm to table lunch made this a unique tour!

This was the best tour we had over a three week period in India and Sri Lanka. Sigiriya was an excellent experience, so beautiful and loved the ascent!! The most unique aspect of this tour was visiting the village Kayanwela where we were hosted by Erandi & Kumuduni (mother & daughter) for a farm-to-table lunch. The food was excellent, gourmet!!! The flavors and presentation were a highlight of our trip!

Operator response

DearSir, Greetings from Amazing Getaways. Thankyou so much for the wonderful comments. Of course it is our duty and moto to make our guests feel like home. Your words mean a lot and will go a long way. Thankyou for visiting my Amazing Country. Hope to see you again. Stay Blessed

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717muimuim
April 14, 2024
Sigiriya

Sanchitha @ Colombo provided an Amazing trip and local tour guide expertise which costomized to limited visiting time. He showed care, being nice and friendly and easy to go out with. We felt comfortable to stay in car for long period of time like being one of our friends and also back to hotel safely.

Operator response

Dear Maam, Greetings from Amazing Getaways. Thankyou so much for the wonderful comments. Of course it is our duty and moto to make our guests feel like home. Your words mean a lot and will go a long way. Thankyou for visiting my Amazing Country. Hope to see you again. Stay Blessed :)

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Tomosuke_T
April 9, 2024
Flexible and good guide

Very efficient and enjoyable Sigiriya tour. We were able to flexibly change our destination and adjust the time to return to Colombo city.

Operator response

Dear Sir/Maam, Greetings from Amazing Getaways. Thankyou so much for the wonderful comments. Of course it is our duty and moto to make our guests feel like home. Your words mean a lot and will go a long way. Thankyou for visiting my Amazing Country. Hope to see you again. Stay Blessed :)

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KAZUYA_I
March 24, 2024
I spent nice time to...

I spent nice time to visit Buddhist temple and Sigiriya Rock. Sanchitha, the driver and guide, is so kindfull that he tells me not only informations of spots and also industries of Sri Lanka.

Operator response

Dear Sir, Greetings from Amazing Getaways. Thankyou so much for the wonderful comments. Of course it is our duty and moto to make our guests feel like home. Your words mean a lot and will go a long way. Thankyou for visiting my Amazing Country. Hope to see you again. Stay Blessed :)

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