Temple Run Tour from Kandy
- Visit 5 iconic Kandyan temples in one immersive cultural journey
- Travel comfortably with a private vehicle and expert chauffeur guide
- Discover historic architecture, sacred relics, and traditional Kandyan art
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Overview
Explore the sacred heritage of Kandy on a full-day temple tour visiting five remarkable Buddhist sites. From intricate wood carvings to ancient cave paintings, each temple reveals a unique chapter of Sri Lanka’s spiritual and architectural history. Travel in comfort with a private guide while experiencing the culture, history, and peaceful beauty of the Kandyan region.
What's included?
Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Kandy.
Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
Water bottle (per-person).
Entrance tickets to the visiting sites.
Food and drinks.
Gratuities (optional).
What to expect?
Your journey begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Kandy. Travel through scenic countryside to the historic Embekke Devalaya, famous for its intricate wooden carvings
Continue to Gadaladeniya Vihara, known for its South Indian architectural influence, before visiting the impressive hilltop temple Lankatilaka Vihara.
Next, explore the beautiful cave shrine Degaldoruwa Cave Temple, home to detailed Kandyan murals depicting Buddhist stories.
The tour concludes with a visit to the sacred Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world. Your guide will share fascinating cultural insights throughout the day, making this an enriching journey through the spiritual heart of Sri Lanka.
Tour Highlights
Visit the sacred Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Sri Lanka’s most revered Buddhist shrine
Discover the remarkable wooden carvings of Embekke Devalaya
Explore the South Indian–influenced architecture of Gadaladeniya Vihara
Admire the majestic hilltop temple Lankatilaka Vihara with panoramic countryside views
See beautiful Kandyan-era murals inside Degaldoruwa Cave Temple
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Travel notice
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Hats and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Hats and comfortable shoes are recommended
Pick from Your hotel in Kandy