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Classic City Loop
Botanical Gardens • City Walk • Cultural Dance
Pickup from Hotel
08:30 AMStart comfortably after breakfast. Your guide will pick you up directly from your Kandy hotel.
Royal Botanical Gardens
09:00 AMEscape the city heat in 147 acres of lush history. See the Avenue of Royal Palms and the giant Javan Fig tree.
Royal Palms
Bahirawakanda Statue
11:30 AMA short drive up to the 88-foot white Buddha statue overlooking the city. Best panoramic photo spot.
City Views
Lunch Break
12:30 PMEnjoy a traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry lunch overlooking the lake.
City Walk & Market
03:30 PMStroll around Kandy Lake and dive into the bustling Central Market to smell spices and see exotic fruits.
Cultural Dance Show
05:00 PMWitness a 1-hour performance of traditional Kandyan dancing, drumming, and a fire-walking finale.
Temple of the Tooth
06:30 PMEnter during the evening Tevava (ceremony). As drums beat and the shrine opens, it is the most atmospheric time.
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The Royal Heritage
Forbidden Forest • Colonial History • Sacred Relic
Udawatta Kele Sanctuary
08:00 AMStart with a nature walk in the 'Forbidden Forest of the Kings'. Spot Toque Macaques and huge lianas.
Garrison Cemetery & Museum
10:30 AMHear colonial stories at the British Garrison Cemetery, then visit the National Museum next door.
Lunch at Heritage Cafe
12:00 PMStop at The Empire Cafe or similar colonial-style venue for a relaxed mid-day meal.
Arthur's Seat Viewpoint
01:30 PMDrive to the upper lake road for the classic postcard panoramic view of the Kandy Lake.
Temple of the Tooth (Quiet)
02:00 PMA calm afternoon visit to explore the architecture, museums, and shrine room WITHOUT the heavy evening crowds.
Drop off at Hotel
03:30 PMReturn to your hotel for a relaxed evening.
Included in Price
- Private transportation (AC Car/Van/TukTuk)
- English speaking chauffeur guide
- Entrance Fees (Temple, Gardens/Forest, Dance)
- Cultural Dance Show Tickets
- Mineral water bottles
- All parking fees
Essentials
- Temple Dress Code: Shoulders/Knees covered
- Remove hats and shoes inside Temple
- Beware of monkeys with food/bags
- Traffic in Kandy can be heavy