Kandy Day Tours – Local Sri Lankan Guide

Overview

Embark on an adventure that combines breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and unforgettable moments. Whether you're exploring iconic landmarks or discovering hidden gems, our experiences are designed to inspire and excite. Immerse yourself in local traditions, savor authentic cuisines, and create memories that will last a lifetime. With personalized itineraries, expert guides, and a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation, your journey will be seamless and enriching. Don’t wait—book now and turn your travel dreams into reality!

Itinerary

1. Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue

   Sri Maha Bodhi Viharaya[1] is a Theravada Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in Bahirawakanda, approximately 2 km (1.2 mi) from the city centre. The temple is known for its giant Buddha statue. The statue of Buddha is depicted in the position of the Dhyana Mudra, the posture of meditation associated with his first Enlightenment, and can be seen from almost everywhere in Kandy

   · 30 min· Admission not included

2. Royal Botanical Gardens

   The garden includes more than 4000 species of plants, including orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees.[3] Attached to it is the "National Herbarium of Sri Lanka". The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres (0.59 km2), at 460 meters above sea level, and with a 200-day annual rainfall. It is managed by the Department of national botanic gardens.

   · 2 h 30 min· Admission not included

3. Take a short journey to the neighbouring Tea Estate and there you will see how loose-leaf tea is converted into pure Ceylon tea. The different processes of withering, rolling and fermenting will all be explained to you by one of the factory workers, at the end of the factory visit you will be offered a tasting of the different kinds of tea.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

4. Sri Lanka has a long history regarding the spice industry. Being a centre for spice and relish ingredients, Sri Lanka was renowned among many countries, mainly during the colonial reign. Usually, Sri Lankans like to cook their meals by adding distinctive spices like pepper, cinnamon, cloves, ginger or nutmeg. Nevertheless, they used cinnamon, almond, Margosa, sandalwood or Jasmine as medicinal healing ingredients for day-to-day needs. Thus Sri Lankan Ayurvedic medicine is bounded by spice and herbal plantations, spice garden preserves and contributes to improving the industry by ensuring the rare varieties of herbal medicines. Significantly medicinal plants benefit to heal skin diseases. Don’t forget to smell, feel and experience the spice plantations during your tour to the spice garden.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

5. Sri Lanka is well known throughout the world for the large quantity and exquisite variety of its gemstones. These gemstones occur mainly in alluvial gravels found in valley bottoms into which flow tributary hillside streams which carry gem minerals released by weathering form the bed rock sources located at hilltops or hillsides.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

6. Sri Lanka is rightfully known as the "Wonder of Asia." Sri Lanka is a multicultural country which boasts of its unique nature as well as cultural heritage which enriches the richness of the country. The country boasts of various folk dances, today there are three distinct traditions of dances of Sri Lanka which differ from each other based on the costume, rhythm, and body movements. The three main classical dances of Sri Lanka include:

   · 1 h· Admission not included

7. Sri Dalada Maligawa[a], commonly known in English as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, is a Buddhist temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the Royal Palace Complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. The relic was historically held by Sinhalese kings. The temple of the tooth is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple and the relic.

   · 1 h 30 min· Admission not included

Pickup

Pickup included.

For bigger travel groups, we offer the option to book a bus to make your journey more comfortable.

What to know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Pricing per vehicle (up to 8 people).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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