Immerse yourself in the religious and cultural heritage of Kandy a UNESCO World heritage city with a visit to Sri Lanka's most significant temple. See Sri Lankan Buddhism in action of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic steeped in ceremony and a 1000 years of ritual before moving on to a modern Buddhist Temple where you will see an 88 foot tall seated Buddha statue that overlooks Kandy town. Tea is the bedrock of Sri Lankan culture and economy: you will see where tea cultivation was developed along with the development of machines used to create a perfect "cuppa." Royal Botanical Gardens has thousands of species of plants with a spice garden, an orchid house, a massive bamboo grove and many...
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Temple of the Tooth
Royal Botanical Gardens
Ceylon Tea Museum
Lunch
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Immerse yourself in the religious and cultural heritage of Kandy a UNESCO World heritage city with a visit to Sri Lanka's most significant temple. See Sri Lankan Buddhism in action of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic steeped in ceremony and a 1000 years of ritual before moving on to a modern Buddhist Temple where you will see an 88 foot tall seated Buddha statue that overlooks Kandy town. Tea is the bedrock of Sri Lankan culture and economy: you will see where tea cultivation was developed along with the development of machines used to create a perfect "cuppa." Royal Botanical Gardens has thousands of species of plants with a spice garden, an orchid house, a massive bamboo grove and many...
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Temple of the Tooth
Royal Botanical Gardens
Ceylon Tea Museum
Lunch
Itinerary
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Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
This sacred complex offers a. glimpse into Sri Lankan Buddhism through temple experience and through a museum dedicated to the development and spread of Buddhism. The site has small exhibitions as well including a museum dedicated to temple elephants, a museum dedicated to the history of the temple, and lovely spots for reflection scattered through the site. Proper attire required: covered legs above shins and covered shoulders -- men and women.
2 hours
2
Royal Botanical Gardens
This lovely and historic garden is the place where tea made its debut on the island. You can also see samples of tropical plants that now fill your gardens and homes that were originally cultivated here. Enjoy a spice garden, an orchid house, a massive bamboo grove and a large colony of fruit bats.
2 hours
3
Bahiravokanda Vihara Buddha Statue
This new temple features a lovely 88 foot tall seated Buddha and a stupa filled with lovely mural. The view of Kandy is quite lovely as well.
30 minutes
4
Ceylon Tea Museum
This museum offers a free guided tour or a self-guided tour where you can understand how the processing of tea was developed in the Kandy area. You can also enjoy a cup of tea and discount in the tea shop.
1 hour
5
Kandy View Point
Enjoy a spectacular view of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic from his viewpoint on the hills overlooking town.
