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Sigiriya & Hiriwaduna Village Tour From Sigiriya

From $159 • 6 hours • Ceylon Travel Dream • Hiriwadunna, Matale, Sigiriya • Pickup available • Free until 1 day before

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Why we love it?

The Sigiriya & Hiriwaduna Village Tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the cultural and natural beauty of Sri Lanka in a 6-hour experience. Ideal for travelers seeking an immersive cultural experience, this tour includes visits to Hiriwadunna and the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, providing insights into local traditions and history. Participants will enjoy guided exploration with an English-speaking guide, ensuring a rich understanding of the sites visited. The tour is distinctive for its blend of historical landmarks and authentic village life, allowing visitors to engage with the local community while enjoying the scenic landscapes of the Matale region.

Inclusions

Transportation in a A/C Vehicle
English speaking guide for the entire tour
Mineral Water Bottle
All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges
Entrance fees
Lunch

Exclusions

Usage of guide beyond mentioned timings or anything beyond the itinerary
Any tours to cities not mentioned above
Any other services not mentioned above

Itinerary

Step 1

• Sigiriya, also called Lion Rock Situated in central Sri Lanka consisting of the ruins of an ancient stronghold that was built in the late 5th century on a remarkable monolithic rock pillar. Sigiriya was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1982. The rock, which is so steep that its top overhangs the sides, rises to an elevation of 1,144 feet above Sea level and is some 600 feet above the surrounding plain. The Sinhalese king Kashyapa built a palace in the shape of a monumental lion on the several acres of ground at the summit, intending it to be a safeguard against his enemies. However, the king was defeated in 495, and the palace fell into ruin. The site soon became a pilgrimage destination, however, and it is now a popular tourist spot. Visitors begin the final ascent to the top through the open paws of the lion, one of the few remaining portions of the palace that are still intact.

Step 2

• A village where trees outnumber people and enjoy a trek across natural trails
• After arriving to hiriwadunna, you can start a village trail on this beautiful village
• Hiriwadunna is a beautiful village shaded on either side by a dry zone shrub forest, with unpaved gravel paths and humble village folk will give you a chance to witness the environment of a typical Sri Lankan village life and spot a few unique species of birds . A ride on a bullock cart along a dirt track and through rice paddies down to the picturesque Hiriwadunna Lake will leave you with a sense of peacefulness. This is an unforgettable experience for visitors and will most definitely be one of the places they feel most at peace, during the time spent in Sri Lanka.