Culture of the Hills

From Hikkaduwawhich is in the deep south of Sri Lanka we embark on a short two day journey tothe centre of culture and pride, the hill capital of Kandy. Enjoy a two hourlong tour visiting some small industries such as gem crafting, batiks andwoodcarving which are famous in Kandy. You can enjoy a cultural extravaganzathat showcases some of the most traditional and popular art forms in Sri Lanka.The second day will be full of peacefulness and reverence since we will bevisiting about four of the most famous temples in Kandy including the Temple ofthe Tooth. Stop by at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya and headtowards the sunny beaches of Hikkaduwa.

2 Day Tours

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SKU:LK10238011

Kultur af bakkerne Tour fra Hikkaduwa (2 Dage)

$301.00 USD

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Inklusive skatter. Levering beregnes ved betaling.

Vehicle: by Standard Car by Standard Van by Large Van

Number of Passengers: 1-2 3-4-5 6-7-8

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(SKU: LK10238000) Kultur af bakkerne Tour fra Hikkaduwa (2 Dage)

Ancient Wonders er en kort, enkelt nat, 2-dagstur ind i hjertet af Sri Lankas naturskønne, køligt og kulturelt rige bakkeland. Fra Kandys helt egen UNESCO World Heritage Site, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of

Lord Buddha.

Inkluderer

Transport i et privat køretøj, Brændstof, Parkering & Motorvejsafgifter.
Service af engelsktalende chaufførguide.
Alle gældende skatter og serviceafgifter.
2 x 500 ml vandflasker pr. Person pr. Dag.

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Hotel Indkvartering og måltider.
Chauffør Guide"s indkvartering.
Entré til de respektive websteder.
Eventuelle udgifter af personlig karakter.
Visa og relaterede udgifter.

Hvad kan man forvente

Dag 1

hikkaduwa > Kandy

2 Stopper

Kandy Centrum

Gå på en bytur og tekniske ture relateret til kunst såsom perlehåndværk, træskærerarbejde og batiks.

Varighed: 2 timer
Entrébillet ikke inkluderet

Kandyan Kulturcenter

Kandy Cultural Show giver mulighed for at opleve nogle af Sri Lankas traditioner. Nyd denne times lange ekstravaganza, da nogle af de mest populære kunstformer på øen tager scenen. Bliv wowed af branddansere og sværddansere. Se de farverige Kandyan-dansere tage luften til trommernes primale

slag.

Varighed: 1 time
Entrébillet ikke inkluderet

Dag 2

Kandy > Hikkaduwa

5 Stopper

Embekke Devalaya

Embekkes træbearbejdning er unik og perfekt udført, og flere detaljerede træskærerplader dekorerer søjler, vægge og tag.

Varighed: 30 minutter
Entrébillet ikke inkluderet

Gadaladeniens tempel

Gadaladeniya-templet blev bygget lige før Embekke i det tidlige 14. århundrede. Det var oprettelsen af en sydindisk arkitekt, og den storslåede kæmpe gyldne Buddha-statue, let slidte, men stadig synligt detaljerede skulpturer og malerier og den interessante vigtigste stupastruktur med sine fire satellitstupaer er en

historisk fest for dine øjne.

Varighed: 30 minutter
Entrébillet ikke inkluderet

Degaldoruwa-templet

Dette tempel blev bygget i en hule gravet ind i en stor klippe. Du får se de farverige malerier om buddhismen i Kandyan-æraen, der dækker templets inderside

helt.

Varighed: 30 minutter
Entrébillet ikke inkluderet

Tempel af den hellige tand Relic

Besøg Temple of the Tooth Relic en UNESCO World Heritage Site, som blev bygget i det 16. århundrede som stedet for ærbødighed og beskyttelse for Lord Buddhas hellige tand. Gå gennem de smukt pyntede passager og kunstfærdigt malede haller, udført i rødt, creme og sort. Lounge mod fint udskårne søjler og bliv forbløffet over de smukke gyldne statuer. Få en uforglemmelig oplevelse af historie og kunst

Varighed: 1 time 30 minutter
Entrébillet ikke inkluderet

Royal Botanisk Have

Besøg den berømte Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, som blev dannet i begyndelsen af det 19. århundrede. Gå gennem det store område, der indeholder over 4000 arter af planter. Nyd at lære mere om orkideer, krydderier og lægeplanter. Vandre ned ad veje skygget af store og sjældne træer, eller omkranset af blomstrende planter. Nyd at se kanonkugletræet, gå over den wobbly hængebro og gennem de korte hæk labyrinter eller endda klatre de snoede

træer, der gør vidunderlige jungle fitnesscentre.

Varighed: 1 time 30 minutter
Entrébillet ikke inkluderet

Yderligere info

Bekræftelse modtages ved reservationen.
Ikke tilgængelig for kørestolsbrugere.
Komfortabelt tøj og hatte anbefales.
Anbefales ikke til rejsende med rygproblemer.
Ingen hjerteproblemer eller andre alvorlige medicinske tilstande.
Dette er en privat tur/aktivitet. Kun din gruppe vil deltage.

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Day 1 Hikkaduwa > Kandy

You will be travelling from Hikkaduwa to Kandy to start off the first day of your tour. Kandy, which is also known as the hill capital is a busy hill side town centre that is well known for its religious landmarks and the regal atmosphere that the people itself present. Being the last capital of Sri Lanka before invasions from foreign countries, Kandy has always been a preferred holiday destination due to its vibrant culture. You will enjoy a 2 hour city tour that is related to various arts and crafts that the city is known for and then you will enjoy a cultural show that will showcase many traditional art forms.

Kandy City Centre

Go on a city tour and technical tours related to arts such as gem crafting, woodcarving and batiks.

Duration: 2 hour
Admission: Ticket not included

Kandyan Cultural Centre

The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.

Duration: 1 hour
Admission: Ticket not included

Day 2 Kandy > Peadeniya > Hikkaduwa

Day 2 will take you to the Embekke Temple which is famed for its intricate woodcarvings as well as the Temple of Gadaladeniya which has a magnificent golden Buddha statue as well as ancient stupas. You will also head towards the Degaldoruwa Temple which is a cave temple and also the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic which is also a World Heritage Site. Once the temple visits are done and you will be taken to the Royal Botanical Gardens which has thousands of species of plants. From Peradeniya, you will be back in Hikkaduwa to end your tour.

Embekke Devalaya

The woodworking of Embekke is unique and perfectly done and several detailed woodcarving panels decorate the pillars, walls and roof.

Duration: 30 minutes
Admission: Ticket not included

Temple of the Gadaladenia

Gadaladeniya Temple was built just before Embekke in the early 14th century. It was the creation of a South Indian architect, and the magnificent giant golden Buddha statue, slightly worn but still visibly detailed sculptures and paintings and the interesting main stupa structure with its four satellite stupas are a historic feast for your eyes.

Duration: 30 minutes
Admission: Ticket not included

Degaldoruwa Temple

This temple was built in a cave dug into a large rock. You will get to see the colorful paintings on Buddhism in the Kandyan era, which cover the insides of the temple entirely.

Duration: 30 minutes
Admission: Ticket not included

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission: Ticket not included

Royal Botanical Gardens

Visit the famous Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya, which were formed in the early 19th century. Walk through the vast area containing over 4000 species of plants. Enjoy the learning more about the orchids, spices and medicinal plants. Wander down avenues shaded by large and rare trees, or bordered by flowering plants. Enjoy seeing the cannonball tree, walking over the wobbly suspension bridge and through the short hedge mazes or even climbing the twisty trees that make wonderful jungle gyms.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minute
Admission: Ticket not included

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