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From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari

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Golden Temple, Dambulla , Srilanka
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Overview

Climbing a rock - if you’re in good shape and don’t stop to look at things, it’ll take you less than 30 minutes to climb all the way to the top of the rock. If you need a few breaks along the way or simply want to stop often to take photos and admire the view, it’ll take an hour and a half to two hours to climb up and go back down again. and then Visit The beautiful Royal Rock Temple complex sits about 160m above the road in the southern part of Dambulla. Buddha images were first created here over 2000 years ago, and over the centuries subsequent kings added to and embellished the cave art.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Complimentary Wifi Access During the Travel Subject To Availability
  • Seasonal fruits - subject to available
  • Breakfast Coffee, Juice and etc need to pay as per your choice
  • Lunch Coffee, Beer, Juice and etc need to pay as per your choice
  • Food and Beverages, unless specified
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* Pick up offered for Colombo city only, if you need pick other than Colombo city, Please contact the operator. pick up can be made with additional charge * Operator for further Assistance-Additional charges may Apply * If the drop off location different from pick up location, please contact the operator additional charges may apply * Kindly provide the WhatsApp contact details - for Better and fast communication * Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time * Operator will reconfirm your pick-up time in advance * This is a shared transfer and early or late pick-up is not possible

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Colombo (pass by)

Our Driver will meet your at the lobby from your pickup location choose we recommended to be at lobby 10 mins before activity. if you able to get the Packed breakfast from hotel
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Cafe Amakie

Get Refresh your self with some coffees can assure you that this is the best coffee and cafe you’d find Such great service and it’s a very clean set up
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla cave temple also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla is a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometres east of Colombo and 72 kilometres north of Kandy. Dambulla is the largest and best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Golden Temple of Dambulla

The Rock Temple of Dambulla, called Jumbukola Vihara (Dambulla Cave Temple) in the (Mahavamsa)-the principal Pali Chronicle of Sri Lanka, is situated about forty seven miles north west of Kandy, the last capital of the Sinhalese kings, on the main road to Anuradhupura. Dambulla is a scent of unique interest. Its rock temples are the most extensive in the Island, and one of the most ancient, and in the highest state of preservation and order.(photo Stop only)
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre (pass by)

Located in the Dambulla SecretariatDivision of Matale District, in the center of Dambulla town started in 1999 to establish a wholesale market for vegetables and fruits. One important feature of the DDEC is thus more direct participation of the farmers is selling farm produce.
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Sigiriya Museum (pass by)

The Sigiriya Museum known to be the most beautiful museums in all of South Asia is managed by the central Cultural Fund. This museum represents the cultural, technological and archeological value of Sigiriya. The Sigiriya Museum allows its visitors to explore three decades of archeological research on Sigiriya. The design of the Sigiriya museum was inspired by the complex design systems evident in Sigiriya itself. Most importantly the cleaver use of water, where it both enhances the beauty and quality of the environment as well as the conservation of it for the purpose of irrigation is been replicated here at the Sigiriya Museum. (combine with Sigiriya rock fortress )
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Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

Sigiriya is the most exquisite example of ancient Sri Lankan art, architecture and landscaping. Built over 1,600 years ago, the now sinister-looking 600 ft high black rock once appeared like a massive dazzling white cloud floating above the surrounding forests. Its sides were painted with beautiful frescoes of semi-naked nymphs. A large gatehouse in the form of a lion guarded the entrance to the innermost sanctum of the city – the Sky Palace on top of the rock. Sigiriya burst briefly into pre-eminence and was then abandoned and lay hidden in the forests for nearly 1,500 years. The climb to the top is strenuous but it is worth it. Definitely a must visit site!
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Oakray Woodcarvings

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. The ‘Oak Ray’ brand, primarily catering to the hospitality needs of tourists has diversified its name into the niche of handicrafts and has quickly become a go-to establishment to find that perfect memento of your journey around the Paradise Island of Sri Lanka.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+0530). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+0530).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Complimentary Wifi Access During the Travel Subject To Availability.
  • Seasonal fruits - subject to available.
  • Hotel pickup and drop off by air conditioned vehicle.
  • King Coconut - subject to available.
  • English Speaking Driver cum Guide.
  • Guide Assistance in Sigiriya Lion Rock ( English,German, French, Spanish ).
The following is NOT included:
  • Breakfast. Coffee, Juice and etc need to pay as per your choice.
  • Lunch. Coffee, Beer, Juice and etc need to pay as per your choice.
  • Food and Beverages, unless specified.
  • Gratuities.
  • Entrance Fees Sigiriya USD 36 & Cave Temple USD 8.
  • Sigiriya lion rock.
  • Dambulla Cave Temple.
  • National Park safari.
Apr 2025
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Apr 2025
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Accessibility information for the From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Complimentary Wifi Access During the Travel Subject To Availability
  • Seasonal fruits - subject to available
  • Hotel pickup and drop off by air conditioned vehicle
  • King Coconut - subject to available
  • English Speaking Driver cum Guide
  • Guide Assistance in Sigiriya Lion Rock ( English,German, French, Spanish )
  • BreakfastCoffee, Juice and etc need to pay as per your choice
  • LunchCoffee, Beer, Juice and etc need to pay as per your choice
  • Food and Beverages, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees Sigiriya USD 36 & Cave Temple USD 8
  • Sigiriya lion rock
  • Dambulla Cave Temple
  • National Park safari

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour.
  • All visitors to Buddhist and Hindu temples are expected to remove footwear and hats. Also shoulders and knees should be covered
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
  • Entrance need to pay directly and please bring cash to avoid the delay
  • If you need to withdraw cash by ATM please advice to Driver or Guide about that earlier
  • Cave temple - 2000 must pay by local rupees / card payment and USD cash not accepted
  • Sigiriya 11,000 rupees (around 35 USD) in payment can be done by card and USD cash
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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