Central Province
Kandy
The Sacred Kingdom of the Last Kings
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CULTURAL & SPIRITUAL EXPEDITION
Kandy Sacred Kingdom & Cultural Heritage
Cultural & Spiritual Journey through Sri Lanka
3 Days / 2 Nights
Airport Pick-up & Drop-off Included
Private Chauffeur Guide
Handpicked Boutique Stays
Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Travel Style
Cultural & Spiritual
Physical Pace
Easy
Best Season
December to April
Price From
LKR 54,000
per person sharing
The Journey Overview
Curated private exploration with dedicated chauffeur service & boutique comfort
Expedition Highlights & Character
A short cultural immersion into Kandy, Sri Lanka's last independent kingdom. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Royal Botanical Gardens, Kandy Lake, Bahirawakanda Buddha Statue, and Udawatta Kele Sanctuary. Perfect as a standalone tour or add-on to a beach or hill country trip.
Roundtrip Airport Pick-up & Drop-off Included3 Days / 2 Nights Private JourneyHandpicked Boutique Stays & Scenic LodgingChauffeur-Driven Air-Conditioned ComfortFlexible Itinerary with 100% Tailor-Made Options
Optimal Season & Climate Recommendation
December to April (Mild weather; Esala Perahera festival in July/August)
Private tours depart daily on your selected dates with flexible itineraries.
Private Transport
Roundtrip Airport Pick-up & Drop-off (Colombo CMB); Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide.
Fuel, highway tolls, and driver allowances fully included.
Meal Arrangements
Breakfast and dinner daily.
Special dietary requirements and vegetarian preferences accommodated.
Traveler Notes & Preparation Tips
Practical recommendations from our destination experts
Dress modestly for Temple of the Tooth; white clothing recommended.
Remove shoes and hats before entering temples.
Attend at least one pooja (dawn, noon, or evening) for the full experience.
Udawatta Kele trails can be muddy; wear sturdy shoes.
Kandy is cooler than the coast; bring a light jacket.
Destinations Visited
The iconic regions and sanctuaries you will traverse on this journey
Tour Route & Regional Location
Route coordinates centered on Kandy
Experiences & Highlights Included
Every stop is accompanied by verified admission and private guiding
Nature & Scenic
Royal Botanical Gardens Peradeniya
Located just a few kilometers west of the city center along the winding Mahaweli River, the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya is the la...
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Culture & Temples
Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue
Perched on the steep slopes of the Bahirawakanda hill, the Sri Maha Bodhi Vihara is home to one of the most visible landmarks in the city: ...
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Nature & Scenic
Kandy Lake
Dominating the center of the city, Kandy Lake (historically known as Bogambara Wewa) is a beautiful, man-made body of water that acts as a ...
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UNESCO Heritage
Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
The crowning jewel of the city, the Sri Dalada Maligawa is a grand royal palace complex that houses the most sacred object in the Buddhist ...
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Nature & Scenic
Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
Located just up the hillside behind the Temple of the Tooth, the Udawatta Kele Sanctuary is a historic forest reserve that offers a quiet e...
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Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
A thoughtfully balanced pace designed for private comfort
Day 01
Arrival & Kandy City
- Arrive in Kandy; check in. - Afternoon: Visit **Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa)** — attend evening pooja. - Evening: Walk around **Kandy Lake** and the Cloud-Drift Wall. - Optional: Traditional Kandyan dance performance.
🛏️Overnight:Handpicked verified retreat/hotel (as per package options)
🍽️Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Day 02
Royal Botanical Gardens & City Viewpoints
- Morning: Visit **Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya** — Orchid House, Avenue of Royal Palms, Javan Giant Fig Tree. - Afternoon: Visit **Bahirawakanda Vihara Buddha Statue** — 88-foot seated Buddha and panoramic city views. - Late afternoon: Explore **Udawatta Kele Sanctuary** — forest trails, birdwatching, Pus Wela, Kodimale. - Evening: Cultural show or free time.
🛏️Overnight:Handpicked verified retreat/hotel (as per package options)
🍽️Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Day 03
Departure
- Morning: Visit Kandy Market or a gem museum. - Transfer to Colombo, airport, or onward destination.
🛏️Overnight:Handpicked verified retreat/hotel (as per package options)
🍽️Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Inclusions & Transparency
Everything covered upfront with zero hidden fees
What's Included
- Roundtrip Airport Pick-up & Drop-off (Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport - CMB)
- 2 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide
- Temple of the Tooth entrance ticket
- Royal Botanical Gardens entrance ticket
- Bahirawakanda entrance ticket
- Udawatta Kele entrance ticket
- Bottled water
Verified admission tickets & English-speaking chauffeur included.
What's Excluded
- International flights and visa
- Lunches
- Kandyan dance show ticket (optional ~USD 10)
- Personal expenses, tips
- Travel insurance
Travel insurance, international airfare, and discretionary gratuities.
💡 USD 180 (approx. LKR 54,000) per person sharing twin/double.
100% Tailor-Made Flexibility
Want to Customize This Journey?
Every itinerary can be adjusted to match your preferred travel dates, pace, hotel tier, or specific bucket-list stops. Our Sri Lanka specialists will tailor every detail for you.
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