Sigiya City Tour by Tuk Tuk – Full Day Experience

Here’s a polished, travel-friendly version of the Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk designed for a website listing:Duration: Full Day
Style: Cultural · Heritage · Guided · Eco-Friendly
Best For: Culture lovers, first-time visitors, solo travelers, couples




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Day 01

 Arrival & Dambulla Cave Temple

  • Meet your personal Ceylon eyeful Tours representative at Bandaranaike International Airport.
  • Begin your journey with a visit to the Golden Cave Temple of Dambulla — a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 2,000-year-old cave shrines and over 150 Buddha statues.
  • Drive to Sigiriya and check into your hotel for a peaceful evening.

Overnight in Sigiriya

Day 02

  Ancient Capitals & Elephant Safari

  • Explore Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s second capital city with impressive ancient ruins, royal palaces, temples, and sacred sites.
  • Visit the Shiva Devale, Parakramabahu’s palace, and audience hall adorned with lion carvings and elephant sculptures.
  • In the afternoon, go on an exciting safari at Minneriya National Park, famous for its elephant gatherings and diverse wildlife.
  • Return to Sigiriya for your overnight stay.

Overnight in Sigiriya

Day 03

 Sigiriya Fortress & Cultural Trail to Kandy

  • Climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress (Lion Rock), a royal citadel with panoramic views and ancient frescoes.
  • Visit the rural Hiriwadunna village for a cultural experience: bullock cart rides, boat safaris, and a traditional Sri Lankan lunch.
  • Stop at a Spice Garden in Matale to learn about natural herbs and spices.
  • Visit Matale Muthumariamman Hindu Temple, known for its vibrant Dravidian architecture.
  • Continue to the hill capital, Kandy, for dinner and rest.

Overnight in Kandy

Day 04

Explore Historic Kandy

  • Tour the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) – a spiritual and cultural icon.
  • Visit Bahirawakanda Temple, Kandy Lake, and Kandy Viewpoint.
  • Shop and explore the local market and Gem Museum.
  • Walk through the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens – home to 4,000+ plant species.
  • End the day with a colorful Kandy Cultural Dance Show

Overnight in Kandy

Day 05

  Scenic Highlands & Romantic Train Ride

  • Begin your journey toward Ella, stopping at:Ramboda Falls , Damro Tea Estate & Factory – with a complimentary tea tasting
  • Visit Gregory Lake and the iconic Nuwara Eliya Post Office in “Little England”.
  • Board the famous train from Nanu Oya to Ella — considered one of the most scenic rides in the world.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of tea plantations, jungles, and mountain passes.

Overnight in Ella

Day 06

 Waterfalls, Peaks & Wild Safari

  • Hike Little Adam’s Peak for sweeping vistas of the Ella valley.
  • Visit the Nine Arch Bridge, a colonial marvel known as the “Bridge in the Sky”.
  • Stop at Ravana Falls, associated with the epic Ramayana.
  • Journey to Yala National Park for an evening safari, where you may spot elephants, leopards, and exotic birds.

Overnight in Yala

Day 07

 Mirissa Coastal Escape

  • Drive to the tropical paradise of Mirissa.
  • Visit Coconut Tree Hill, a famous Instagram-worthy spot overlooking the ocean.
  • Enjoy the laid-back charm of Mirissa and its beautiful beaches.

Overnight in Mirissa

Day 08

  Galle Fort • Turtle Hatchery • Madu River Safari

  • If time allows before departure, visit: Galle Fort – a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Portuguese and Dutch. Sea Turtle Hatchery – supporting turtle conservation efforts. Madu River Safari – cruise through a serene mangrove ecosystem filled with islands and local life.
  • Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your flight.

End of Tour – Safe Travels!

 Duration: 08 Days / 07 Nights


Destinations: Sigiriya • Polonnaruwa • Minneriya • Kandy • Nuwara Eliya • Ella • Yala • Mirissa • Galle • Bentota

Tour Inclusions

Bottled water

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Driver/guide

Tour Exclusions

Drinks

Lunch

Food and drinks

 Want to Book This Tour?

  • Airport pickup/drop-off and all transportation in a private vehicle
  • English-speaking chauffeur guide
  • Accommodation in handpicked hotels (B&B or Half-Board available)
  • Entry tickets to all major attractions, safari, and train ride
  • Madu River boat safari, cultural shows, and village experience