Dambulla: Cave Temple and Village All-Inclusive Tour
ID: GYG206970-322131
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple and experience traditional Sri Lankan village life. You will also enjoy a traditional cooking demonstration in a rural village house, before sitting down for an authentic Sri Lankan lunch.
You will begin your day as you are picked up by tuk-tuk and driven to the Cave Temple of Dambulla. Once there, you will be able to explore the complex of five caves, with over 2,000 square meters of painted walls and ceilings.
The cave temple has the best-preserved ancient paintings found in Sri Lanka. Containing over 150 images of the Buddha, the highlight is the colossal figure of Buddha carved out of rock, which spans 14 meters.
Following some time exploring the cave, you will arrive at the rural village of Dambulla and start the the bullock cart ride. Passing some wonderful paddy fields and other countryside attractions, you will arrive at a beautiful lake where you will experience an unforgettable traditional catamaran ride. Throughout your tour you will also enjoy an authentic Sri Lankan village lunch. Later on at 3:00PM, you will be returned back to your hotel by tuk-tuk.
Highlights
- Explore the most impressive cave temple in Sri Lanka
- Discover the ancient paintings and Buddha statues in the caves
- Trek through a rural village and experience village life
- Enjoy a traditional catamaran ride over a lake
- Taste an authentic Sri Lankan lunch
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Roundtrip transportation is available from most centrally located Dambulla, Sigiriya and Habarana hotels (please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation)
• You must wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for visiting sacred or holy places
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones
Centrally located hotels in Sigiriya, Dambulla, Habarana and Kandalama.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
