1 DAY Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Village Tour

Discover the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya and the Dambulla Cave Temple on a guided tour. Visit the village of Nilagama and learn about traditional Sri Lankan life.
Visit 2 world heritage sites, the biggest cave temple complex and the rock fortress of the ancient king Kashyapa in the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka. Explore the village of Nilagama and experience traditional Sri Lanka with all its authenticity.

Start the day with a visit to Sigiriya, an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of granite approximately 180 m high.

Next, visit the Dambulla cave temple, also known as the Golden Temple of Dambulla, a World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, situated in the central part of the country. This site is situated 148 kilometers east of Colombo, 72 kilometers north of Kandy, and 43 kilometers north of Matale.

Then, head to the village of Nilagama, only a few miles from the Galewela Town. Spend time with the villagers and understand village life. Engage in many village activities that form everyday life, such as an oxen cart ride, a catamaran ride, and a walk through the fields.

Learn to cook traditional Sri Lankan food. Finish off with an exceptionally delicious buffet lunch, served in classic Sri Lankan style.

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.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.