Hill Country
Kandy
The last royal capital, home to the Temple of the Tooth and a lakeside town ringed by hills.
Private day tour
Kandy City Tour
A day exploring Kandy with your own vehicle and driver: the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, viewpoints over the city, the lake and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, with an optional evening dance performance.
- 1 day
- Private vehicle & driver
- Private day tour
Tour at a glance
- Length
- 1 day
- Type
- Private day tour
- Starts from
- Your hotel in Kandy
- Places
- Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Dambulla Cave Temple
- Transport
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Price
- Personal quote based on dates, group size and hotels
Who it suits
- Travellers spending a night or two in Kandy
- Culture lovers
- Families
Highlights
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Kandy Lake walk
- Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya
- City viewpoint
- Optional: Kandyan dance performance
- Optional: three medieval temples outside the city
How the day runs
Start with a walk around Kandy Lake and a visit to the Temple of the Tooth, ideally timed with a daily ceremony. After lunch, explore the Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya. Then head to a viewpoint over the city, or join an evening Kandyan dance performance.
We can also add a tea factory, a spice garden or a gem museum.
What to wear
For the temple, wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, preferably in light colours. You'll need to remove your shoes, so socks are useful.
What's usually included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Fuel, parking and tolls
Not included
- Entrance and activity fees
- Meals
- Tips
Final inclusions are confirmed in writing with your quote.
Getting there
Travel times and transport options for this trip:
More ideas: all day tours from Kandy.
Places on this route
Frequently asked questions
What should I wear to the Temple of the Tooth?
Clothing covering shoulders and knees. You'll remove shoes before entering.
Can we add a tea factory?
Yes, there are tea experiences within reach of Kandy.
When is the Esala Perahera?
Usually around July or August; exact dates follow the lunar calendar.
How long does a Kandy city tour take?
A relaxed half to full day covers the Temple of the Tooth, the lake, a viewpoint and the botanical gardens at Peradeniya.
What is included?
Usually: private air-conditioned vehicle with driver; hotel pick-up and drop-off; fuel, parking and tolls. Not included: entrance and activity fees; meals; tips. Final inclusions are confirmed in writing with your quote.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. It's just you and your travel companions with your own vehicle and driver, so timings and stops can be adjusted to suit you.
How much does this tour cost?
It depends on your dates, group size, vehicle and the hotels you choose. Send us an enquiry and we'll reply with a written quote.
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