We had an excellent private tour to Sigiriya. Everything was well organized, comfortable, and stress-free from start to finish. Our driver was punctual, friendly, and very knowledgeable about Sri Lanka, which made the long drive enjoyable. Sigiriya Rock Fortress was absolutely breathtaking, and having a private tour allowed us to explore at our own pace without feeling rushed. We also appreciated the helpful explanations about the history and local culture along the way. The vehicle was clean and air-conditioned, water was provided, and we always felt safe and well taken care of. Overall, it was a smooth, memorable experience and great value for a private tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sri Lanka and wanting a personalized, comfortable trip to Sigiriya.
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What's Included
Includes
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- A lunch buffet freshly arranged for you by a native family at an authentic village house in the midst of farming fields
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Entrance Fees for Cave Temple & Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Pidurangala Rock
- Stop on the way can be arranged
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
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A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest, best-preserved cave-temple complex in Sri Lanka. As this is situated around around 160 km away from Colombo it might take up to 3 hours 15 mins to reach.
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of granite rock approximately 180 m high. 30 mins from Dambulla Royal cave temple.
Pidurangala Rock is a towering rock popular as a hiking spot which is situated a few kilometers north of Sigiriya. It is a suitable destination for moderate hikes & climbs to the top of the rock and popular for panoramic views, especially of Sigiriya along with the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. There is a giant reclining Buddha statue about halfway up the rock, which is partially reconstructed out of brick. At the base of the rock is the Pidurangala Sigiri Rajamaha Viharaya which is a white temple by the road. 15 mins ride from the Sigirya rock fortress
From typical wooden elephant ornaments to the more intricately carved wooden traditional masks, Oak Ray Wood Carving boasts of one of the more comprehensive wood carving collections in Sri Lanka. A go-to establishment to find that perfect memento of your journey around the Paradise Island of Sri Lanka.
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We had an excellent private tour to Sigiriya and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Everything was well organized, comfortable, and perfectly paced. Our guide was outstanding — extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, with great explanations of the history and significance of Sigiriya. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying the day, and his insights really brought the site to life. This tour exceeded our expectations in every way. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Sri Lanka.
We had an excellent private tour to Sigiriya and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Everything was well organized, comfortable, and perfectly paced. Our guide was outstanding — extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, with great explanations of the history and significance of Sigiriya. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying the day, and his insights really brought the site to life. This tour exceeded our expectations in every way. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Sri Lanka.
The tour guide/driver was very nice. English is good. Very gentleman and friendly. Very helpful to my needs and a good team for my limited time.
I loved this tour and guide so much that I booked multiple tours! Excellent English!! Great sense of humor. Always on time. Looks out for the well being, comfort and enjoyment of his guests. Fantastic recommendations. Flexible and able to accommodate requests including helping me find and purchase needed products from a pharmacy and recommending local foods I never would’ve found on my own. I really enjoyed climbing the rock fortress and learning all the history. Don’t worry it’s a lovely climb with incredible views and plenty of rest stops if needed. The safari, boat ride, village tour and village lunch were INCREDIBLE!! OMG!!! I was debating between this tour and another tour company and I’m SO PLEASED that I chose this tour!! It’s not guaranteed and the safari guides do their best, but thankfully I saw a TON of elephants. The village family cooked an amazing and flavorful traditional meal and taught me how to separate rice from the hull, open coconut and shave it, and make rice flour. I think this may have been my favorite part!! The Buddhist temple was calm and serene. But mostly Sanchitha makes the tour!! He’s a fantastic guide!! I highly recommend this tour and company! I am a solo female traveler and I felt safe throughout and had a fantastic time!
I enjoyed the trip a lot. It was fascinating to see so many elephants living in the nature park. The rock fortress climb was a great experience too. Thanks to our fantastic guide who was able to adjust the agenda we also avoided the busy times there. I recommend the visit😀
This was the best tour we had over a three week period in India and Sri Lanka. Sigiriya was an excellent experience, so beautiful and loved the ascent!! The most unique aspect of this tour was visiting the village Kayanwela where we were hosted by Erandi & Kumuduni (mother & daughter) for a farm-to-table lunch. The food was excellent, gourmet!!! The flavors and presentation were a highlight of our trip!
Sanchitha @ Colombo provided an Amazing trip and local tour guide expertise which costomized to limited visiting time. He showed care, being nice and friendly and easy to go out with. We felt comfortable to stay in car for long period of time like being one of our friends and also back to hotel safely.
Very efficient and enjoyable Sigiriya tour. We were able to flexibly change our destination and adjust the time to return to Colombo city.
I spent nice time to visit Buddhist temple and Sigiriya Rock. Sanchitha, the driver and guide, is so kindfull that he tells me not only informations of spots and also industries of Sri Lanka.
We initially booked this trip but ended up doing so much more tours. This is highly recommended to all faller travellers out there. It was such a relaxing holiday but we’ve seen everything. So many amazing suggestions but nothing was forced. Can’t put it words how happy I was with this trip. Thank you so much again! You made Sri Lanka one of my highlight destinations in Asia ♥️
We had an amazing experience traveling from Colombo to Sigiriya and Dambulla areas. Our driver, Sanchita, was an absolute delight - he was punctual, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about our well being. He went over and above to make sure we had a memorable and safe trip, and he even provided us with additional tips and transportation leads before we met up for the big trip! Please book your excision with Amazing Getaways, you won’t regret it!
We had a great experience on our tour to Sigiriya! Everything went smoothly and the sites were incredible. The views from the top of Sigiriya are truly breathtaking. Our driver Sanchitha was one of the best parts of the trip. He spoke great English, was very punctual, super friendly, and truly cared about our well-being. He made the 3-4 hour drive each way feel like no time and took a stop when we needed it. We would definitely encourage everyone to go on this tour!
I went with my partner on this tour. Our driver had a great personality, excellent tour guide and very informative. He picked us up from our hotel and got us home safely. The car is clean and comfortable, and we had great conversations. The tour itself was great and definitely a must when in Sri Lanka. We highly recommend!
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Sri Lanka. Mr Sanchitha is very hospitable and courteous. The bonus was also going to visit the villages (cost USD15) and taking a boat ride out to the lake. My tip: make sure you carry cash so you can tip (give gratitude) to the locals who provide a service to you. These people are humble and honest and are very deserving of it. We’ll definitely be back for other tours!
Our excursion to Dambulla and Sigiriya was truly elevated by the outstanding service provided by our guide from Amazing Gateways. Their in-depth knowledge and engaging commentary enriched our exploration of these historical wonders. From insightful tips to a personable approach, the guide played a pivotal role in making this journey unforgettable. I wholeheartedly recommend Amazing Gateways for a remarkable tour experience, where expert guidance and exceptional service converge seamlessly.
Unforgettable day! Sanchita was very kind and attentive, and made sure we were good the entire time. The lunch was very tasty and healthy.
It was a awesome trip, the person is pure gentleman. Started as a guide but ended as good friend. Guided us well and also suggested the best. Enjoyed the trip 😎😍places are crazy to visit.. I hope we visit again! 🇱🇰 ❤️
I planned a solo travel to Sri Lanka and booked my guide with Amazing Getaways, had the best experience of my life on tour. The guide was flexible to my liking as a solo traveler and accommodated accordingly. Very professional, friendly, and safe. Driving around Sri Lanka can be tricky, but the guide made me felt safe in his car throughout my trip. Highly recommend this tour and guide.
We went to Sri Lanka in April of this year and booked two tours with San. He was the perfect guide, his English was perfect, he knew lots about the places we went to and was passionate about showing us his beautiful country. He was really friendly and helpful, he extended the tour, drove 2 hours out of his way to drop us off at our next overnight stop in Kandy and did the same for our second tour with him as well. I know he's only recently set up on his own hence the low amount of reviews. Don't be afraid of booking with him you'll have an amazing experience. If I went back to Sri Lanka he'd be the first person I'd call to show me more.
Sanchitha is so kind and friendly and made this tour so enjoyable. He is very knowledgable about Sri Lanka and he is always happy to answer any questions that you have. Overall the experience was so relaxed and we would definitely book with Sanchitha again!
素晴らしいプライベートツアーの経験でした。 運転手の方は時間を守り、丁寧な説明をしてくれました。 ランチの場所もスリランカの農村の雰囲気が楽しめて最高でした 車も良い車で快適に過ごすことができました。
During our trip to Sri Lanka, we had four different guides, and our experience confirmed to us that much more than the activities themselves, it is the guide that makes all the difference in the quality of the stay. Sanchitha particularly stands out for her warm approach and sincere attention to her clients. It goes well beyond expectations by offering authentic experiences, far from the usual tourist traps. Many thanks to Sanchitha for making our excursion so memorable with her dedication and kindness.
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