Sigiriya Rock and Village Tour from Negombo
(SKU: LK60050400) Rising from the central plains, the iconic rocky outcrop of Sigiriya is perhaps Sri Lanka's single most dramatic sight. Near-vertical walls soar to a flat-topped summit that contains the ruins of an ancient civilization, thought to be once the epicenter of the short-lived kingdom of Kassapa, and there are spellbinding vistas across mist-wrapped forests in the early morning.
Highlights
- Visit the 8th Wonder of the World
- Embrace the marvels of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- A tour through the traditional village in Sigiriya
- Enjoy a Sri Lanka village lunch during the village tour.
Includes
- Transport throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur
- Authentic Sri Lankan village lunch.
- Local guide.
- Traditional catamaran safari.
- A walk through the fields
- Hotel pickup & drop-off from/to Negombo
- 1 Liter of bottled mineral water per person
Excludes
- Entrance fees (Sigiriya Rock Fortress)
- Food or Drinks.
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Expenses of Personal Nature.
What to Expect
Rising from the central plains, the iconic rocky outcrop of Sigiriya is perhaps Sri Lanka's single most dramatic sight. Near-vertical walls soar to a flat-topped summit that contains the ruins of an ancient civilization, thought to be once the epicenter of the short-lived kingdom of Kassapa, and there are spellbinding vistas across mist-wrapped forests in the early morning.
Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ' the Lion Rock'. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.
Thereafter proceed to Sigiriya to experience a village tour. (Travel Time 20 to 30 mins)
The trek begins with an awesome walk along a bund of a “Wewa” or man-made reservoir. Your next phase of adventure will be a “Catamaran Safari” (Double paired canoe joined together with seating facility) at the scenic lake.
Finally enjoy Traditional Lunch at a local house prepared by the village women. This is arranged on a typical & traditional Buffet style (Clay pots – buffet) served on a Lotus leaf and a cane thatched flat holder. You will also have the opportunity to witness the traditional meal preparation methods by the local women and to partake in the preparation of a curry. In the end, visitors will be having a Tuk-Tuk (three-wheeler) tour back to the starting point. The total tour will be 8 km.
Later that evening returns back to your hotel in Negombo.
Additional Note
-
Comfortable Walking Shoes Recommended for this tour.
