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3 Day Buddhist Heritage

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Package Overview

Kandy & the Cultural Triangle's essentials in three days. A pilgrimage curated by Nelum across Kandy โ†’ Dambulla โ†’ Kelaniya, weaving 3 sacred sites with thoughtful pacing, modest-dress guidance, vegetarian options where requested, and a chauffeur-guide briefed on the faith traditions of each shrine.

Kelaniya
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$285
person ยท 3โ˜… pilgrim comfort ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
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Tour Highlights

What makes this trip unforgettable

โœฆ Temple of the Toothโœฆ Dambulla Cave Templeโœฆ Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaโœฆ Kandy Lakeโœฆ Peradeniya Botanical Gardensโœฆ Bahirawakanda Buddha Statueโœฆ Modest-dress guidance at every shrineโœฆ Chauffeur-guide briefed on local faith practice
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Where you'll go

Kandy

Temple of the Tooth โ€” The most revered Buddhist site in Sri Lanka. Whoever holds the relic was historically considered the rightful ruler of the island. The annual Esala Perahera procession in July-August is one of Asia's most spectacular religious festivals.

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Dambulla

Dambulla Cave Temple โ€” The largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka โ€” five caverns containing 153 Buddha statues, three royal statues and 2,100 sq metres of vivid ceiling murals.

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Kelaniya

Kelaniya

Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara โ€” The most accessible of the three Buddha-blessed sites and home to the spectacular Solias Mendis murals that depict the history of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.

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Itinerary

Day-by-day

  1. 01

    Day 01 โ€” Colombo โ†’ KandyColombo / Airport โ†’ Kandy

    Visit Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara en route. Evening puja at the Temple of the Tooth.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  2. 02

    Day 02 โ€” Kandy โ†’ DambullaKandy โ†’ Kandy

    Climb to the Dambulla Cave Temple. Overnight near Sigiriya.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
  3. 03

    Day 03 โ€” Dambulla โ†’ ColomboDambulla โ†’ Dambulla

    Morning at Dambulla Golden Temple, return drive via Matale spice gardens.

    โฑ On-site exploration๐Ÿš™ Private Chauffeur
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Included sacred sites & optional add-ons

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โœ“ Included sacred sites

  • Kandy
    Temple of the Tooth โ€” The most revered Buddhist site in Sri Lanka. Whoever holds the relic was historically considered the rightful ruler of the island. The annual Esala Perahera procession in July-August is one of Asia's most spectacular religious festivals.
  • Dambulla
    Dambulla Cave Temple โ€” The largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka โ€” five caverns containing 153 Buddha statues, three royal statues and 2,100 sq metres of vivid ceiling murals.
  • Kelaniya
    Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara โ€” The most accessible of the three Buddha-blessed sites and home to the spectacular Solias Mendis murals that depict the history of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.

๏ผ‹ Optional sacred sites & attractions

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Choose your comfort

3โ˜… ยท 4โ˜… ยท 5โ˜… options

3โ˜… Pilgrim Comfortโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $325 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Kandy ยท 1N
    Hotel Suisse Kandy
    MID ยท BB
  • Dambulla ยท 1N
    Amaya Lake Dambulla
    MID ยท BB
  • Kelaniya ยท 1N
    Cinnamon Red Colombo
    MID ยท BB
4โ˜… Heritageโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $475 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Kandy ยท 1N
    Mahaweli Reach Hotel
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Dambulla ยท 1N
    Sigiriya Village Hotel
    PREMIUM ยท BB
  • Kelaniya ยท 1N
    Cinnamon Grand Colombo
    PREMIUM ยท BB
5โ˜… Sacred Luxuryโ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…
From $705 pp ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB
  • Kandy ยท 1N
    Kings Pavilion Luxury Hotel
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Dambulla ยท 1N
    Water Garden Sigiriya
    LUXURY ยท BB
  • Kelaniya ยท 1N
    Shangri-La Colombo
    LUXURY ยท BB
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Kandy
1 recommended
Dambulla
1 recommended
Kelaniya
1 recommended
Pricing

Per-person rates

OccupancyBasisPrice / person
2 pax โ€” sharing doubleperson ยท 3โ˜… pilgrim comfort ยท 2 pax sharing ยท BB ยท 3 Days / 2 Nights$285
Single supplementSolo travellerOn request
Child (under 12)Sharing with 2 adultsOn request

โœ“ What's Included

  • โœ“Personalised airport meet & greet
  • โœ“2 nights pilgrim-grade accommodation
  • โœ“Daily breakfast (vegetarian options on request)
  • โœ“Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
  • โœ“Chauffeur-guide briefed on faith traditions
  • โœ“Modest-dress sarongs / shawls available in vehicle
  • โœ“Entrance offerings at major shrines where customary
  • โœ“Bottled water & light refreshments in vehicle

ร— What's Not Included

  • ร—International flights & Sri Lanka eVisa
  • ร—Lunch, dinner and beverages unless specified
  • ร—Personal pooja / offerings beyond standard
  • ร—Personal expenses, tips & gratuities
  • ร—Travel insurance
  • ร—Early check-in / late check-out beyond complimentary
Add-ons

Optional excursions

Add any of these to your itinerary โ€” price per person.

Attend a morning or evening pujaat Kandy
Walk the lake promenade after duskat Kandy
Visit the World Buddhism Museum within the complexat Kandy
See the Royal Palace and Audience Hallat Kandy
Explore all five cavesat Dambulla
Examine the rock-fold murals of Cave 2at Dambulla
Visit the Golden Temple and museum at the baseat Dambulla
Pair with a sunset climb at Pidurangalaat Dambulla
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Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa)
buddhist
Kandy

Temple of the Tooth (Sri Dalada Maligawa)

The most revered Buddhist site in Sri Lanka. Whoever holds the relic was historically considered the rightful ruler of the island. The annual Esala Perahera procession in July-August is one of Asia's most spectacular religious festivals.

๐Ÿ•’ 2 nights in Kandy๐Ÿ›ฃ 3 hrs from Colombo
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Dambulla Cave Temple
buddhist
Dambulla

Dambulla Cave Temple

The largest, best-preserved cave temple complex in Sri Lanka โ€” five caverns containing 153 Buddha statues, three royal statues and 2,100 sq metres of vivid ceiling murals.

๐Ÿ•’ 2 nights in the Triangle๐Ÿ›ฃ 2.5 hrs from Colombo
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Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
buddhist
Kelaniya

Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara

The most accessible of the three Buddha-blessed sites and home to the spectacular Solias Mendis murals that depict the history of Buddhism in Sri Lanka.

๐Ÿ•’ Half day๐Ÿ›ฃ 30 min from Colombo
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