The Ultimate Sigiriya Rock Day Trip
Our locals for this tour
Buddhima, Chandana & 1 other local
Experience details
Destination
Kandy
Category
Day trips
Duration
10 hours
Mode of transport
Car
Available languages
English • Sinhala • Tamil
What's included
Private Guide • A/C car • Guest pick up and drop off • Entrance tickets
Here’s an overview of your tour
Right outside Kandy, there's a cultural gem ready to be discovered. Get ready and hit the road with your favorite local and prepare to be amazed; your Sigiriya Rock day trip awaits!
On this private Sigiriya Rock day trip, forget about those big tour groups and audio guides. With so much to see and learn, there's no better way than to have a knowledgeable local by your side. Check out its best-known spots as well as those little details that only a local expert knows about, like Dambulla cave temple and Buddhist statues. Because in this experience, it's just you and your local host!
Embark on an enriching journey where you'll get to know everything about this must-visit attraction with its ins and outs, its incredible history, insights, and fun facts. The more you explore, the more you'll discover why this place is so important to the locals and its cultural relevance. Thanks to this private Sigiriya Rock day trip, you'll be able to say that you got an exclusive experience from an authentic perspective.
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
The Journey Begins!
Meet your host and get ready to hit the road. Whether it is by car or public transportation, your host will be there by your side to make the journey a more pleasant and enjoyable experienceSigiriya Rock
Let your local host show you around and find must-sees, hidden gems, history, cultural treasures, and more! Your host will make sure to provide you with all the answers and insights you might have along the wayLike a Local
The best part about this private day trip is that you get to experience Dambulla cave temple, and, Buddhist statues from a different perspective - away from the big tourist groups, audio guides, and through the knowledge of a local!Ask Away!
Your day trip is 100% private, meaning that it’s only you and your local host. Take advantage of this opportunity and get all the answers and insights to your questions as you embark on your Sigiriya Rock day trip
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Buddhima
The Journey Unraveler
Buddhima5.0241 reviewsI speakEnglish • SinhalaChandana
The History Buff
Chandana4.79 reviewsI speakEnglish • SinhalaMohamed Faizal
Tour Guide Lecturer
Mohamed Faizal5.00 reviewsI speakEnglish • Tamil • Sinhala
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private Guide
- A/C car
- Guest pick up and drop off
- Entrance tickets
Not included
- Lunch
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Great
"We went to Sigiriya with Dushan and had a great day exploring. Dushan got in contact before to arrange pick up and make sure we had everything in place. He also asked us what else we might want to se...
- 5.0
Sehr lehrreich
"Rohana ist eine sehr angenehme, ruhige Person, die mir im Laufe des Tages den Buddhismus nahe gebracht hat. Sauberes, desinfiziertes Auto und es ist auch regelmäßig das Fenster geöffnet worden. Rohan...
- 5.0
Great tour with a wonderful tour guide
"We went on a couple of tours during our time in Sri Lanka and we must say that our tour with Ranil was definitely the best one. Ranil was very knowledgable, attentive and super friendly. He knew how ...
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
100% customizable
Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
Private guided tours
No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.
Responsible
Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.
Questions?
We are here to help!
What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
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Buddhima, Mohamed Faizal & 1 other local
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