Explore tea plantations, ancient temples, and mountain villages within 2 hours of Kandy. Popular destinations include Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Nuwara Eliya tea country, and Dambulla Cave Temples. Best for: active travellers, photographers, nature lovers.
What to Expect
Difficulty ranges from moderate to easy. Group sizes are typically max 15. Tours available in English, Sinhala, Tamil.
Our Top Picks
5 hand-picked activities for this trip
Ambuluwawa Tower and Gardens
Best for photographers and panoramic view seekers
- Climb the 48-meter spiral Ambuluwawa Tower
- See 360-degree views of hill country
Ancient Temples Triangle Tour
Best for archaeology enthusiasts and spiritual seekers
- Visit cave temple where Buddhist scriptures were first written
- See unique stone architecture at Nalanda Gedige
Nuwara Eliya Tea Country Tour
Best for scenic train lovers and tea enthusiasts
- Ride the historic Kandy-Nuwara Eliya mountain railway
- Visit working tea factory with tasting session
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Tour
Best for families and animal lovers
- River bathing session with 50–90 elephants at 10:30am
- Up-close observation of mahout training and care techniques
Sigiriya Rock Fortress Day Trip
Best for history enthusiasts and active climbers
- Climb the 5th-century Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- See ancient frescoes of the Heavenly Maidens
Booking Advice
More on Kandy
For sights rather than tours, see the things to do in Kandy. The Kandy guide covers where to stay and how to get around.
We arrange all of these for our guests. Tell us which one and when you are in Kandy.