Kandy City Tour
$56 USD per person
Package Details:
1. Pickup from Your Homestay or Hotel
- Time: Morning pick-up around 8:30 AM (or as per your preference)
- Enjoy a comfortable SUV ride from your homestay or hotel, with an experienced driver who will provide an introduction to the cultural highlights of Kandy.
2. Visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Duration: 1 hour
- Description: Explore one of the most sacred Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka, home to the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. Learn about the temple’s rich history and its significance to the local and global Buddhist community.
- Cost: Entry Fee to Temple (Approx. 10 USD per person)
3. Kandy Lake
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Description: Take a leisurely stroll around Kandy Lake, a peaceful spot right in the heart of the city, with a beautiful view of the surrounding hills and temples. You can also take a short boat ride (optional, not included in the price)
- Cost: Free (Boat ride – optional, extra charge of 3-5 USD per person)
4. Kandy View Point
- Duration: 20 minutes
- Description: Visit the Kandy View Point, which offers a panoramic view of the city and surrounding mountains. This spot is perfect for photos and is an excellent opportunity to see Kandy from a higher vantage point.
- Cost: Free
5. Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya
- Duration: 1 hour
- Description: Explore the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, which is about a 20-
minute drive from Kandy city. Discover a wide variety of tropical plants, including
orchids, medicinal plants, and spices. - Cost: Approx. 10 USD per person for entry
6. Visit to a Local Spice Garden
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Description: Learn about Sri Lanka’s famous spices with a visit to a nearby spice
garden. You’ll get to see how spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and pepper are grown and
processed, and even try out some traditional herbal remedies. - Cost: Free (spice sales optional)
7. Kandy Market Visit
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Description: Stroll through the local Kandy Market where you can shop for souvenirs,
fresh fruits, spices, and handicrafts. This is a great opportunity to experience local life
and pick up unique gifts to take back home. - Cost: Free (shopping at your own discretion)
8. Return to Your Homestay or Hotel
- Time: Around 1:30 PM
- Relax and enjoy the comfortable drive back to your homestay or hotel, where your tour
concludes.
What’s Included:
- SUV Vehicle with a professional driver/guide (for the entire day, including fuel and insurance)
- Private Tour of Kandy’s main attractions (Temple of the Tooth, Royal Botanical Gardens, Spice Garden, Kandy View Point, etc.)
- Pick-up and drop-off from your homestay or hotel
- Water during the tour
- Local insight and commentary from your driver-guide
- Entrance Fees to Kandy Lake, Kandy View Point, and Kandy Market (free of charge)
What’s Not Included:
- Entrance Fees: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Approx. 10 USD) and Royal Botanical Gardens (Approx. 10 USD)
- Optional Boat Ride on Kandy Lake (approx. 3-5 USD)
- Spice purchases or souvenirs from the market
Lunch or snacks
Total Cost:
- Per Person: $56 USD (This includes the SUV transport, guide, water, and all planned activities except for the optional entrance fees and additional purchases.)
Booking Information:
- Booking: Please contact us at [phone number/email] at least 1 day in advance to confirm your tour and pick-up details.
- Payment: Cash on the day of the tour (USD or Sri Lankan Rupees accepted).
Notes:
- If you’re traveling with a group, the cost may be adjusted based on the number of people in your party.
- This package is designed to provide a mix of cultural, historical, and natural highlights of Kandy.
- We aim to provide an authentic and personal experience while keeping the cost affordable.
Feel free to adjust the details to match your homestay’s offerings, as well as any other specific features you may want to add to the package!
