Colombo Trip Overview
Make the most out of your visits to the Dambulla cave temples and the Sigiriya Rock fortress on this full day. Planning an excursion that checks off both of these important must sees could be stressful, but traveling with a private round trip transportation makes it easy. Learn about the history of the ancient rock fortress was built by king kasyapa and explore the royal gardens, then visit cave of the the divine king Devaraja lLena and other highlights of the cave temples. Along the way depth commentary to learn much more than you would exploring on your own.
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Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Make the most out of your visits to the Dambulla cave temples and the Sigiriya Rock fortress on this full day. Planning an excursion that checks off both of these important must sees could be stressful, but traveling with a private round trip transportation makes it easy. Learn about the history of the ancient rock fortress was built by king kasyapa and explore the royal gardens, then visit cave of the the divine king Devaraja lLena and other highlights of the cave temples. Along the way depth commentary to learn much more than you would exploring on your own.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
You will be picked up from your hotel at approximately 6 am and transported to Sigiriya, a granite outcrop rising from scribbled areas that transform into water gardens during the rainy season. Then climb the metal steps to the rocktop. Home to a ruined fifth century fortress. View the frescoes en route and explore the relies on the summit, the remnants of a royal citadel built by king Kasyapa.
After lunch visit the UNESCO listed rock temple of Dambulla. Five hill caves converted into a temple in the first century and filled with Buddha statues. Inspect the caves with their stunning wall and selling murals as your guide shares Dambulla’ s history.your trip finish at the original departure point
Duration: 12 hours
