Embekka Wood Carving

Day-trip from Kandy to 6 historical temples - Off the beaten path

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600 minutes
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This tour is designed for heritage travelers who like to see not only the famous "Three Temples" to the west of Kandy but also three temples of the beaten path, namely in Hindagala, Danthure, and Dodanwala. Though much smaller in size, each of them is special and of some historical significance.

Our knowledgeable drivers have 5 years experience at least. They will provide historical background information about the heritage sites you visit on this tour.

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Day-trip from Kandy to 6 historical temples - Off the beaten path

Pickup included

FromAUD $120.55Per Vehicle
Available from 1st Aug 2025

What's included in Day-trip from Kandy to 6 historical temples - Off the beaten path

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Itinerary

Hindagala is a typical cave temple from the Kandyan period. But there is something special about it. This is one of the very few places with original Anuradhapura-period temples.

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The Embekka Devalaya is famous for the island's most excellent wood carvings from the Kandy period.

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This is Sri Lanka's most beautiful temple from the Gampola period, the impressive shrine room is decorated with murals from the Kandy period.

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Inclusions

  • Total Parking charges
  • Knowledgeable English speaking driver
  • Road Tax & Insurance Tax
  • Air-conditioned Car
  • Cup of Herbal Tea
  • Cup of Black Tea
  • 1000 ml bottled drinking water per person
  • Passenger Insurance cover 500,000 LKR P.P
  • Total fuel cost
  • Replacement vehicle in case of unlucky events - with new driver
  • Entry fees of visiting site or activities
  • Extra person in vehicle other than those who booked
  • Extra excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Food, meals, other beverages than water
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Pickup and Dropoff

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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

We will be welcoming you in the lobby of your hotel or for your convenience at a meeting point of your choice in Kandy City. In case all travelers are picked up at the same hotel pickup times is the same as departure time.

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Lanka Excursions Holidays