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Sigiriya to Kandy

106 km ~2h 39m by car

Travel from Sigiriya to Kandy with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. Home to the iconic 5th-century rock fortress rising 200 m above the jungle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cultural heart of Sri Lanka, set among misty hills and home to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

106 km

Estimated Travel Time

~2h 39m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

Things to Do in Sigiriya

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Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sightseeing

Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya3hTicket $30

Ascend the 5th-century citadel past ancient frescoes and the famous mirror wall to panoramic summit views.

Elephant Back Safari
Nature

Elephant Back Safari

Sigiriya1hTicket $30

A gentle ride through the forest on a rescued elephant — an unforgettable cultural experience.

Pidurangala Rock Hike
Adventure

Pidurangala Rock Hike

Sigiriya2hTicket $5

Hike the nearby Pidurangala Rock for the best view of Sigiriya Lion Rock — a favourite at sunrise.

Sigiriya Village Cycling Tour
Cultural

Sigiriya Village Cycling Tour

Sigiriya2.5hTicket $20

Cycle through rural Sri Lankan villages, paddy fields, and jungle paths with a local guide.

Things to Do in Kandy

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Kandy Lake & City Walk
Leisure

Kandy Lake & City Walk

Kandy1h

A pleasant walk around the scenic lake in the heart of Kandy, with views of the cloud-capped hills.

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens
Nature

Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens

Kandy2hTicket $8

Stroll through 147 acres of stunning gardens featuring giant bamboo, orchids, a spice garden, and a famous Java fig tree.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Nature

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Kandy3hTicket $25

Visit the world-famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. Watch baby elephants being bottle-fed and see the entire herd walk to the nearby river for their daily bath — a truly magical experience just a short drive from Kandy.

Spice Garden Tour
Cultural

Spice Garden Tour

Kandy1hTicket $5

Learn about cinnamon, cardamom, and other native spices at a working plantation outside Kandy.

Temple of the Tooth Relic
Religious

Temple of the Tooth Relic

Kandy1.5hTicket $10

Visit Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist site, housing the revered tooth relic of the Buddha within a beautiful golden shrine.

Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show
Cultural

Traditional Kandyan Cultural Dance Show

Kandy1.5hTicket $15

A colourful evening performance of ancient Kandyan drumming, fire walking, and classical dance.

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