Private Day Trips in Kandy

Situated on the banks of a tree-lined lake against a backdrop of wooded mountains, Sri Lanka's picturesque capital of Kandy contains its own irresistible charm. This private, full-day tour with a personal guide includes a visit to the golden-roofed Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Tooth), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then travel by private vehicle to the Royal Botanic Gardens, stopping at the Spice Garden, Silk Factory, and the Gem Museum, with time for shopping and a cultural show.

Visit the ruins of two medieval Sri Lankan capitals on this private 12.5-hour Panduwasnuwara and Yapahuwa tour from Kandy. Delve into 12th-century Panduwasnuwara to see its crumbled palace, tower, and one-time sacred Buddha tooth temple, and climb to Yapahuwa, a 13th-century rock fortress with a near-intact staircase. Learn about both kingdoms' history and legends, and finish with a lunch stop and visit to Elephant Rock. Private driver-guide and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Rewind to ancient and medieval Sri Lanka on this full-day private trip to three of its early capitals from Colombo. With a personal guide to show you around, visit the crumbled palace and Buddha tooth temple of 13th-century Dambadeniya and the rock fortress of Yapahuwa. After lunch (own expense), tour medieval Panduwasnuwara, seeing its museum, palace, temple, and reservoir - considered one of the world's first irrigation systems. Includes private transport and hotel pickup and drop-off.