Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Negombo
Description
Don't miss Sigiriya rock fortress and Dambulla cave temple when you are in Sri Lanka. Both places are nominated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Sigiriya rock fortress is the most visited tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is sometimes known as the Sigiriya Lion Rock, after its original name “Sinha-Giri”. Dambulla golden rock cave temple was home to thousands of meditating monks since its monastic beginnings in the first century BCE. Today the same cave temple hosts a massive collection of Buddhist murals and sculptures belonging to a pan-Asian artistic tradition. Explore Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel at Negombo in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide.
Tour Options
Itinerary
06.00 AM - You will be picked up from your chauffer guide from most closely located hotels in Negombo. 09.30 AM - Reach Sigiriya and climb Sigiriya Rock. Sigiriya rock fortress is the most visited tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is sometimes known as the Sigiriya Lion Rock, after its original name “Sinha-Giri”. Thereafter you will be taken to have lunch. 01.00 PM - You can have lunch at a local restaurant.
02.00 PM - Reach to Dambulla Rock Cave Temple which was home to thousands of meditating monks since its monastic beginnings in the first century BCE. Today the same cave temple hosts a massive collection of Buddhist murals and sculptures belonging to a pan-Asian artistic tradition. 04.30 PM - Leave from Dambulla Temple and proceed back to Negombo. 09.00 PM - You will be dropped off to your hotel in Negombo.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up and drop off will be provided from most closely located hotels in Negombo.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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
- Please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for visiting sacred and holy places.
- Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
- Please bring valid passports for entering to the sites.
- Entrance fees to Sigiriya US$30.00 and Dambulla Temple US$10.00 per person (Approximately).
