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Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple Day Trip from Kalutara
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12 to 13 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
Explore World Heritage UNESCO cultural corridor in Sigiriya Lion Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple, we will pick up you at the hotel in a private air conditioned vehicle with the expert English speaking guide around at 5.30am. Firstly, we are visiting Sri Lanka’s large cave temple of Dambulla Cave Temple and you will be able to explore accompanied by the guide. Later proceed to a cultural sign of Sigiriya Lion Rock and start to climb up to Sigiriya and you will bring a rich historical past when you are exploring the rock. Later visti an essance of herbal village in Matale.End of the trip we will drop off your hotel in Kalutara.
We should spend about 6hrs Transport time for Kalutara to Sigiriya & Comeback to your hotel in Kalutara
What's Included
- 500ml 02 water bottles per person
- King coconut refreshment
- Private air conditioned confirmable vehicle
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- All government taxes and service charges
- Entrance Fees (Sigiriya Lion Rock - USD $ 30, Dambulla Rock Temple - USD $ 10)
- Optional transfers and activities
Meeting And Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Dambulla Cave Temple
Dambulla is part of the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka. Five caves made of living rock and decorated with sculptures and murals are the most significant heritage. Pre-Brahmi inscriptions dating back to the third century BC, and murals from the eighteenth centuries, show human activity over a long time. This site was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1991. The Dambulla Project, Central Cultural Fund, was responsible for mural conservation from 1982 to 1998. The Dambulla Project, which is the only research center for murals and headquarters for mural conservation, also maintains Sri Lanka's only mural museum. This Project is also responsible for mural conservation in the surrounding temples. It is located at Dambulla Cave Temple. Please take note: We should spend about 6hrs Transport time for Kalutara to Sigiriya & Comeback to your hotel in Kalutara
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
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 rock approximately 180 metres (590 ft) high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Cūḷavaṃsa, this area was a large forest, then after storms and landslides it became a hill and was selected by King Kashyapa (477 – 495 AD) for his new capital. He built his palace on top of this rock and decorated its sides with colorful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure; Sīnhāgiri, the Lion Rock (an etymology similar to Sinhapura, the Sanskrit name of Singapore, the Lion City) Please take note: We should spend about 6hrs Transport time for Kalutara to Sigiriya & Comeback to your hotel in Kalutara
4 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- 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
Operated by Ceylon Travel Dream
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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