The 8 Kandy Temple Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Kandy to Sigiriya Day Tour and Dambulla cave temple with private vehicle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 232 reviews · from $42Our pick

Travel from Kandy to Sigiriya in a private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup, stopping at Matale’s Hindu temple, a spice garden, Sigiriya Rock, and Dambulla Cave Temple. Drivers such as Fazeel, Dinesh, Laliy, and Shaming have been praised for safe driving and flexible stops, but site guides and entrance fees cost extra.

“Travelled from Kandy to sigarya, our driver picked us up in a mini van and was really good, not too fast and was comfortable. He was knowledgeable, helpful & provided water for us (family of four). Sigarya was amazing and well worth a visit but not for anyone who can’t manage lots of steps! We then visited the Buddha temple caves which was also brilliant (more steps though! As it’s up a hill) finally we had a pleasant drive back stopping at some supermarkets for drinks and snacks. A brilliant day out thank you !”

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2.Sigiriya Fortress & Cave Temple Full Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 29 reviews · 12 hours · from $75

Leave Kandy early for Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple in a private, chauffeur-driven vehicle. You’ll have an English-speaking guide, lunch, water, snacks, and a Matale spice garden visit with a 10-minute herbal foot massage. Imran has been praised for safe, flexible driving, though site guides may cost extra.

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3.Private Kandy City Tour: Temple of the Tooth & Lake Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $6

Spend about eight hours touring Kandy by private tuk-tuk or van with a local driver-guide. Visit Asgiriya, Nelligala, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Royal Botanical Gardens, Bahirawakanda, Kandy Lake viewpoints, and a cultural show. Tony and Rohan are names associated with the guiding team.

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4.Temple of The Sacred Tooth Relic Entrance Ticket with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · from $30

Meet at Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy for a one-hour guided visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Your English-speaking guide helps explain the shrine’s beliefs, rituals, and 16th-century setting. Admission is included, but you must exchange your booking voucher for the official ticket at the meeting point.

“Visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic was one of the most special moments of our trip. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and knew exactly what to see and the best timing to experience the morning puja, which made a huge dRead more”

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5.Three Temples Loop In Kandy Day Tour By Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 6.5 hours - 1 day · from $10

Set out from your Kandy hotel at 8:30 a.m. with an English-speaking driver such as Terrence, Tony, or Rohan. Travel by tuk tuk to Gadaladeniya, Lankathilaka, and Embekka temples, then add tea, crafts, gardens, viewpoints, and optional cultural stops. The route is private or small-group and can be adjusted to your interests.

“Terrence was great! He was super knowledgeable and the day was jam packed with great activities and stops. Highly recommend the tour!”

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6.City Tour with Temple of the Tooth & Tea Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 1 day · from $3Cheapest good one

Spend about 5.5 hours with English-speaking guide Harsha in a small group of up to three. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, Royal Palace, botanical garden, tea garden, university, temples, scenic river spots, and hilltop viewpoints, with local food and a traditional dance show along the way.

“Our experience in Kandy was truly wonderful, made all the more special thanks to Harsha, our guide. From the moment we met him, he was warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems. He made every place come alive with engaging stories, whether it was about the Temple of the Tooth or the beautiful scenic spots around Kandy. Beyond just being a guide, Harsha went out of his way to ensure we were comfortable, helped us with local tips, and made the whole journey smooth and enjoyable. His genuine care and passion for sharing the best of Kandy left us with unforgettable memories, and we…”

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7.Private Tuk Tuk Tour with Temple of the Tooth

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours · from $6

Ride through Kandy in a private tuk-tuk with a local guide such as Thara or Fernando. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, Asgiriya Temple, Kandy View Point, Royal Botanical Garden, tea and spice stops, a gem showroom, and a cultural dance programme. The advertised tour lasts four hours, though longer outings may be available.

“El guía ha sido maravilloso. Se ha adaptando a todas nuestras necesidades. Íbamos con 4 adolescentes y todo ha sido sonrisas y ayuda. Recomendable 100%”

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8.Morning Sunrise Tour/Evening Sunset Tour To Nelligala Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $8

Join Roshan or another English-speaking local guide for a private tuk-tuk ride from Kandy to Nelligala International Buddhist Centre. The 2 to 2.5-hour outing includes hotel pickup, a one-hour temple visit, wide views over mountains and valleys, and time for photos. Choose a morning sunrise or evening sunset departure.

“It was a beautiful morning. Roshan, our driver/guide, picked us up at 5 AM and we arrived at the temple just in time for the sunset.. it was beautiful, the view is breathtaking. Roshan was really nice, he explained some things about the statues and the temple, very interesting!”

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