2 Days Private Tour of Sigiriya & Dambulla with Minneriya Safari - All Inclusive

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About this activity

This tour is organized by Bentota Travel Mart (BTM) for the people who are looking to explore couple of UNESCO World Heritage Sites & a wild safari to gain an unique experience by witnessing large group of free wild Elephants in the same trip

Tour Plan

Day 1

Pick up at 5.00am & drive to Dambulla
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple
Enjoy Village Tour with Local Lunch
Enjoy Jeep Safari
Overnight Stay in Sigiriya

Day 2

Visit Sigiriya Fortress
Herbal Garden
Wood Carving Center
Drive back to drop off location

Inclusions

Private Transportation
All Entry Fees
Safari Jeep
Site Guides for Sigiriya Fortress & Dambulla Temple
Accommodation at 3 star Hotel
Lunch & Dinner on Day1
Breakfast & Lunch on Day2
Free Pick up & Drop off from anywhere in Negambo, Colombo, Mt Lavinia, Wadduwa, Kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Ahungalla, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe,Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa & nearby areas

This is an All Inclusive Package & No Hidden Costs

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Bentota Travel Mart

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional site guides for Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Dambulla Temple
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Included: Lunch on Day 1 & Day 2
Included: Overnight accommodation at a 3 Star Hotel
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Safari Jeep
Included: Breakfast on Day 2
Included: Transport by private vehicle
Included: Entry Fees to all the sites
Included: Bottled water
Included: Driver/guide
Included: Dinner on Day 1

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1 · Dambulla Rock Cave Temple & Minneriya Wild Safari

Bentota Travel Mart

Passing by

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Golden Temple of Dambulla

1 h 30 min Admission included

The Golden Temple! This world heritage site is in the central plains of Sri Lanka and within the cultural triangle. Its History dates back to the 3rd to 7th centuries BC with new evidence showing even older occupation .Its magnificent rock cave temple complexes are well preserved and leave the visitor with a sense of awe. The rock towers 160 m over the surrounding plains. There are more than 80 documented caves in the surrounding area. Major attractions are spread over five caves, which contain statues and paintings. These paintings and statues are related to Gautama Buddha and his life. There are a total of 153 Buddha statues, three statues of Sri Lankan kings and four statues of gods and goddesses. The latter include Vishnu and the Ganesha. The murals cover an area of 2,100 square metres (23,000 sq ft). Depictions on the walls of the caves include the temptation by the demon Mara, and Buddha's first sermon.
Minneriya National Park

3 hours Admission included

Minneriya national park is located 182 kms away from Colombo, in the North Central Plains of Sri Lanka. The major city closest to Minneriya National Park is Polonnaruwa. The recently renovated, the ancient Minneriya Rainwater Reservoir irrigates a considerable area of the district of Polonnaruwa and is the focal point of the Minneriya National Park.The gathering is documented as the largest known meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world. During the dry season each year, herds up to 300 elephants are seen within a few square kilometers of the vast Minneriya Reservoir. This Elephant Gathering is a thrilling spectacle that would be remembered for rest of the life of all those who were fortunate enough to witness it. 24 species of mammals and over 170 species of birds have been recorded here and out Of the 25 species of reptiles recorded in the park 8 are endemic.

Overnight stay at 3 Star Hotel

Day 2 · Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Return

Sigiriya Lion Rock

2 h 30 min Admission included

“The Lions rock” the 8th World Wonder is in our Central plains was chosen by King Kasyapa in the 5th century AD as his citadel. Jutting out of the countryside this famous rock is over 200 meters high and dominates the surrounding terrain. The King ruled for 18 yrs from this rock fortress, and is a colourful part of the Islands history .It is a marvel of engineering .The wall murals and the lions paws are a marvel of Art and architecture. The view of the surrounding countryside from the top is astounding. The Palace and its gardens on the crest and the design of surrounding landscape are beyond compare. Sigiriya has been designated an 8th wonder of the world and is listed as a world heritage site by UNESCO. A must visit for any traveller!

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Mirissa and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Weligama, Midigama and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Ahangama and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Koggala and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Talpe and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Unawatuna and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Galle and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Hikkaduwa, Rathgama and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Ahungalla, Kosgoda, Balapitiya , Ambalangoda and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Bentota, Induruwa and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Beruwala, Aluthgama, Maggona and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Kalutara and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Wadduwa, Waskaduwa and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Mt Lavinia and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Colombo and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Negambo, Katunayake and nearby areas.

End point

Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Mirissa and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Weligama, Midigama and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Ahangama and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Koggala and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Talpe and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Unawatuna and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Galle and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Hikkaduwa, Rathgama and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Ahungalla, Kosgoda, Balapitiya , Ambalangoda and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Bentota, Induruwa and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Beruwala, Aluthgama, Maggona and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Kalutara and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Wadduwa, Waskaduwa and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Mt Lavinia and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Colombo and nearby areas.
Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Negambo, Katunayake and nearby areas.

Pickup points

Tour Starts at 5.00am from the Pick-up Point
Pick up from anywhere in Negambo, Colombo, Mt Lavinia, Wadduwa, Kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Ahungalla, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa & nearby areas.
Drop off at the pick-up point or any place in between Sigiriya / Dambulla and the pick-up point.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 6 days before	100%
At least 2 days before	50%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Double and Triple rooms will be provided according to the total number of people.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required

Options

From Ahangama/Koggala/Talpe

Starting points:

Ahangama, Sri Lanka

Koggala, Sri Lanka

Talpe, Sri Lanka

Pickup included
From Colombo / Negambo

Starting points:

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Negombo, Sri Lanka

Pickup included
From Bentota/Ahungala/Beruwala

Starting points:

Ahungalla, Sri Lanka

Bentota, Sri Lanka

Beruwala, Sri Lanka

Pickup included
From Kalutara/Wadduwa/MtLavina

Starting points:

Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka

Wadduwa, Sri Lanka

Pickup included
From Mirissa/Weligama/Midigama

Starting points:

Mirissa, Sri Lanka

Weligama, Sri Lanka

Pickup included
From Hikkaduwa/Galle/Unawatuna

Starting points:

Galle, Sri Lanka

Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka

Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

Pickup included