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Kandy All-Inclusive City Tour by Tuk-Tuk

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Kandy, Sri Lanka

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Overview

Discover the heart of Sri Lanka's last Sinhalese kingdom on a 6-hour private tuk-tuk ride through Kandy, visiting iconic landmarks including the sacred Temple of the Tooth, Bahirawakanda Temple, the Royal Botanical Gardens, and bustling local markets.

Step into the rich history of Kandy — Sri Lanka's last Sinhalese stronghold — on an all-inclusive city tour guided by a friendly and knowledgeable local tuk-tuk team. Set amid cool, refreshing highland air, this 6-hour private journey takes you through the city's most treasured sites at a relaxed, personal pace.

Your adventure begins with a hotel pickup right in Kandy. You'll first arrive at the revered Dalada Maligawa, or Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, where one of Buddhism's most important relics is enshrined. Wander through the Audience Hall with its distinctive Kandyan architecture, admire the carved moonstones and guardian stones, and explore the Royal Palace and its archaeological museum.

Next, make your way up to the Bahirawakanda Temple, a hidden hilltop gem crowned by a massive seated Buddha statue visible from across the city. The panoramic views of Kandy town from the summit are simply breathtaking.

Your tuk-tuk then winds out to the world-famous Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya — a lush 147-acre paradise home to rare orchids, towering bamboo groves, and a spectacular avenue of royal palms. A refreshing lunch at a local restaurant is included, giving you a true taste of Sri Lankan cuisine.

The afternoon brings a leisurely ride around the scenic Kandy Lake, followed by an exploration of the vibrant local markets, where the colors, aromas, and energy of everyday Kandyan life unfold around you.

All entrance fees, refreshments, and transport throughout the tour are taken care of — simply bring your curiosity and an appetite for discovery.

Highlights

  • 9:00 You will be picked-up from your hotel in Kandy by tuk-tuk and then moved
  • 10:30 Leave Kandy temple and the ride to visit Bahirawakanda temple
  • 11:30 Continue your Tuk ride to visit flourishing Royal Botanical garden in
  • 13:00 After shopping for sometime, you will witness an unforgettable show of
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What's Included

Refreshments during the ride
All government taxes
Lunch in an outside restaurant
Entrance fee during sightseeing tours
Roundtrip transportation to and from your Kandy hotel via Tuk-tuk
English language speaking guide during sightseeing
Meals
Expenses of personal nature
Gratuities (Recommended)

Itinerary

Hotel Pickup & Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

  • 9:00 – Hotel Pickup: Your tuk-tuk driver meets you at your Kandy hotel and whisks you off to begin the city sightseeing tour.
  • 9:30 – Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic): Pay your respects at this revered Buddhist temple, enshrining the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha. Admire the Audience Hall's distinctive Kandyan architecture, the carved moonstones and guardian stones, and explore the Royal Palace and its archaeological museum.

Bahirawakanda Temple

  • 10:30 – Bahirawakanda Temple: Ride up to this hilltop gem where a large seated Buddha statue stands watch over the city of Kandy. From the summit, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Kandy valley below — one of the tour's most memorable moments.

Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya & Lunch

  • 11:30 – Royal Botanical Garden, Peradeniya: Wander through the lush 147-acre garden, celebrated for its diverse collection of orchids, spices, medicinal plants, tropical flora, and the spectacular Palmyra Avenue. Your local guide provides insights into the region's unique plants and natural heritage.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a satisfying meal at a local restaurant, included in your tour package.

Traditional Kandyan Cultural Show & Local Markets

  • 13:00 – Traditional Kandyan Dance Show: Be captivated by a spectacular one-hour performance featuring drummers, fire dancers, and vibrant displays showcasing various aspects of Sri Lankan art and culture.
  • Local Markets: After the show, explore the energetic local bazaars and street markets of Kandy, taking in the colors, aromas, and everyday rhythm of city life before your tuk-tuk returns you to your hotel.

Location

Sri Dalada Maligawa
Kandy, Central Province
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