Classic Kandy City Tour

⏰ Full-day journey through Kandy’s timeless heritage
🙏 Step inside sacred temples and centuries-old shrines
🌿 Wander lush botanical gardens and hidden hilltop sanctuaries
🎭 Witness the heartbeat of Kandyan culture in a live performance
🌄 Panoramic viewpoints revealing Kandy’s charm from above

What’s Included

Transport throughout the tour in a private air-conditioned vehicle
Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide
Hotel pickup & drop-off from your hotel in Kandy
Entrance to: Royal Botanical Garden (Peradeniya), Temple of the Sacred Tooth, Bahirawakanda Vihara, Lankatilake, & Kandyan Cultural Show when " + Tickets" is selected
Bottled water per person

What’s Not Included

Meals and drinks
Entrance Tickets when "Transport Only" is selected
Entrance fees not listed above
Gratuities
Expenses of personal nature.

Meeting Point

Pickup Time: 08:00 am
Pickup Location: Your hotel in Kandy
Drop-off: Return to your hotel in Kandy (evening)

Tour Overview

The Classic Kandy City Tour offers the ultimate immersion into Sri Lanka’s cultural capital. This full-day exploration brings together sacred temples, ornate gardens, architectural marvels, and vibrant traditions. From the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic to the artistry of Embekke, Lankatilake, and Gadaladeniya, every stop reveals another layer of Kandy’s enduring spirit. Perfect for travelers seeking both history and heart.

Itinerary

Your journey begins at 8:00 am with pickup from your Kandy hotel. The sequence of visits may vary depending on your location, but your tour typically includes:

Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, renowned for orchids and rare tropical flora.
Explore the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and spiritual heart of Kandy.
Discover the artistry of the Lankatilake, Embekke, and Gadaladeniya Temples, each with unique cultural significance.
Pause at the Kandy View Point for breathtaking vistas over the city.
Climb to the Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue, a towering landmark of peace and devotion.
Conclude your day with a vibrant Kandyan Cultural Show, alive with drumming, dance, and fire displays.

Time permitting, you may also stop at a local woodcraft workshop or gem shop to see two of Kandy’s artisan traditions. After the tour, return to your Kandy hotel by evening.