15 Best Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips In Colombo

Colombo, Full-Day, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Tour Reviews, Tours

From Colombo: Kandy Temples and Pinnawala Full-Day Tour

/ June 4, 2026

1.From Colombo: Kandy Temples and Pinnawala Full-Day Tour

A long, well-paced Kandy day from Colombo/Negombo: Tooth Relic Temple, Bahirawa Buddha, elephants at Pinnawala, tea tasting, plus optional factories.

From Colombo: Kandy, Pinnawala and Tea Factory Full-Day Trip

/ June 4, 2026

2.From Colombo: Kandy, Pinnawala and Tea Factory Full-Day Trip

Colombo to Kandy day trip: Pinnawala elephants, UNESCO Tooth Relic temple, and tea factory tasting plus shopping stops.

★ 4.4

“Our driver Ishan was brilliant and very accommodating. He made sure we were comfortable and went out of his way to make sure we enjoyed the experience. The elephant experience was unforgettable”

99 reviews12 hoursFrom $55by Leisure Sri Lanka

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Colombo, Ella & Tea Country Day Trips, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trips, Sri Lanka Wildlife Safaris, Tour Reviews

03 Days Highlights Of Sigiriya,Kandy,Nuwara Eliya ,Ella & Udawalawe

/ June 4, 2026

3.03 Days Highlights Of Sigiriya,Kandy,Nuwara Eliya ,Ella & Udawalawe

3 days from Colombo to Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Udawalawe. Lion Rock, tea stops, falls, and an elephant safari.

★ 5.0

“This was an amazing 3 day tour from the moment we were picked up at our hotel to the time we were dropped back 3 days later. Primarily, what made it a wonderful experience from start to the finish was the efforts of our tour guide, RukshRead more”

61 reviewsFrom $265.00by Apple Vacations Pvt Ltd

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Private Day trip Kandy & pinnawala with your selected attractions

/ June 4, 2026

4.Private Day trip Kandy & pinnawala with your selected attractions

Private Kandy and Pinnawala day trip from Colombo with the Temple of the Tooth, spice garden, viewpoints, tea factory, lunch, and visits.

★ 5.0

“The whole trip to Kandy was really memorable and since it is a private tour, it suits our needs perfectly. The guide brought us to interesting places along the way to discover more about Sri Lanka.”

53 reviewsFrom $65by ceylenese

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5-Day Experiences, Colombo, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Multi-Day Sri Lanka Tour Packages, Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trips, Tour Reviews, Tours

5 Day Sri Lanka Tour : Including Temple of Tooth & Sigiriya Trip

/ June 4, 2026

5.5 Day Sri Lanka Tour : Including Temple of Tooth & Sigiriya Trip

5-day private Sri Lanka tour from Colombo: Sigiriya Lion Rock, Temple of the Tooth, Kandy, tea country, Bentota and Colombo culture.

★ 5.0

“🇱🇰 Exploring Sri Lanka: A Serene Journey with Exceptional Guides”

51 reviewsFrom $470.00by Travco Adventures

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Kandy Day Tour From Colombo

/ June 4, 2026

6.Kandy Day Tour From Colombo

Colombo to Kandy in one day with air-conditioned transport, guided Temple of the Tooth visit, and Peradeniya Botanical Gardens.

★ 4.5

“Tour driver was amazing, very professional great work driver! The tour itself was a little 'sales' heavy with the medicinal garden, tea factory etc, there was a feeling of obligation to buy products and tip local guides during the tour which was not enjoyable. There was not enough freedom to enjoh the locations without the…”

51 reviewsFrom $55.00by Apple Vacations Pvt Ltd

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Airport Transfers, Colombo, Colombo Airport Transfers & Taxis, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Tour Reviews

Airport to Kandy Drop

/ June 4, 2026

7.Airport to Kandy Drop

Private, air-conditioned transfer from Colombo Airport to Kandy with driver help, 24/7 service, bottled water, and smooth hotel drop-off.

★ 5.0

“We asked for a transfer from Colombo to Kandy, but we were able to drive safely and without any trouble. What’s more, they stopped right in front of the hotel and called the hotel before they arrived, which made me feel kind. We were a little Read moreAuto-translated”

44 reviewsFrom $27.00by Mahaweli Tours and Holidays

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From Kandy : Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage & Ambuluwawa Tower

/ June 4, 2026

8.From Kandy : Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage & Ambuluwawa Tower

A full Kandy day mixing Pinnawala elephants, temple-and-garden breaks, craft stops, and a 360° climb to Ambuluwawa Tower.

★ 5.0

“It was so amazing to travel and having time with Rohan. He showed all over the city so incredible places. He was so amazing guide. I have tried/used a lot of different touristic guides so can compare. Recommended for 100 % to choose them! You will not be disappointed in any time. Thanks so much…”

37 reviews8 hoursFrom $20by Travel with Masi

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Colombo, Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

/ June 4, 2026

9.Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

Prebook reserved 2nd-class seats from Colombo Fort to Kandy. Skip ticket hassle, ride past tea estates, and go stress-free.

★ 4.5

“A very stress free experience. Received the E-ticket well in advance. First class! Great snacks an cool drinks available and the best coffee ever.”

28 reviewsFrom $18.00by Mahaweli Tours and Holidays

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3 Days Tour to Kandy Nuwara Eliya & Sigiriya from Colombo

/ June 4, 2026

10.3 Days Tour to Kandy Nuwara Eliya & Sigiriya from Colombo

Private 3-day tour from Colombo featuring Kandy’s temples, tea country in Nuwara Eliya, and Sigiriya, with transfers and meals included.

★ 4.5

“It was a last minute plan to visit this part of the world, in conjunction with our 18th year anniversary. The private tour itinerary is arranged to suit our request and flexible timing is what we liked most. A good introductory trip to start with in Sri Lanka.”

28 reviewsFrom $250.00by Apple Vacations Pvt Ltd

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Kandy and Pinnawala Private Day Tour from Colombo/Negombo

/ June 4, 2026

11.Kandy and Pinnawala Private Day Tour from Colombo/Negombo

Private day trip from Colombo to Pinnawala and Kandy. Hotel pickup, bottled water, tea factory and spice garden included.

★ 5.0

“Great customized tour with excellent communication with the operator. Since we had to be back on our cruise ship by 5pm, arrangements were made to meet our tour guide/ driver, Anas, at 6:30am for a private tour to go to several places tRead more”

27 reviewsFrom $65.00by JK Travels sri lanka

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4-Day Experiences, Colombo, Ella & Tea Country Day Trips, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Multi-Day Sri Lanka Tour Packages, Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trips, Tour Reviews, Tours

4 Days Tour to Kandy, Sigiriya & Nuwara Eliya

/ June 4, 2026

12.4 Days Tour to Kandy, Sigiriya & Nuwara Eliya

4 days from Colombo covering Kandy, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Minneriya elephants, and Nuwara Eliya tea country with a private English chauffeur.

★ 5.0

“Sri Lanka arrived today 15 April 2022”

27 reviewsFrom $325.00by KINGFISHER TOURS SRI LANKA

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Kandy Full-Day Tour

/ June 4, 2026

13.Kandy Full-Day Tour

Kandy day trip from Colombo: Temple of the Tooth, Ayurvedic spice garden, tea and gems, scenic Kandy Lake, lunch, and pickup.

★ 4.5

“Full day of activities. The best way to see Kandy if you have limited time.”

24 reviewsFrom $120.00by Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd

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Airport Transfer to Colombo Ella Galle Sigiriya Kandy and More

/ June 4, 2026

14.Airport Transfer to Colombo Ella Galle Sigiriya Kandy and More

Private transfer from Colombo airport to Colombo, Ella, Galle, Sigiriya, Kandy and more. A/C, English driver, tolls included.

★ 5.0

“I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the excellent service provided during my recent trip. The driver was extremely friendly, caring, and supportive throughout the journey. I also received great assistance from Mr. Fernandes, wRead more”

24 reviewsFrom $65.00by Travco Adventures

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From Kandy: Sigiriya, Dambulla and Minneriya Private Tour

/ June 4, 2026

15.From Kandy: Sigiriya, Dambulla and Minneriya Private Tour

Private Kandy day trip to Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Minneriya with UNESCO sights and a 4x4 safari drive for wildlife spotting.

★ 4.6

“The tour specified a english speaking guide however we only got a driver who drove us to the sites and stayed in the car. We had to find a guide and pay extra at the sites. This was unexpected and disappointing. Better description of the tour is needed to avoid confusion”

22 reviews1 dayFrom $84by srilankabycar

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