Secrets of Sri Lanka: Private Day Trip to Matale Including Cooking Class and Lunch
The Secrets of Sri Lanka 10.5-hour tour takes you to three lesser knowns, but amazing, locations in the area of Matale. You will first view the beautiful, historic and completely mysterious Nalanda Gedige. Then you will have a fun-filled visit in the form of the Euphoria Spice and Herbal Gardens in Matale, where you learn more about spices and watch a traditional cooking demo that puts them to good use. You will then move onto a serious note with the secretive and ancient rock temple Aluvihara. Finally, you will visit the spectacular Sembuwatta Lake at sunset, making for some amazing views.
SKU: LK60020600
SKU: LK60020600
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In Brief
Location:
Matale, Sri Lanka
Country:
Sri Lanka
Duration:
9 to 10 hours
Operates:
Daily
Highlights:
Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
Day trip (destination A to B)
Lunch included
Instant Confirmation
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple, Matale, Aluvihara Aluvihara Junction, Matale Rd, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka
Aluviharaya cave temple in Sri Lanka is a rock-cave temple close to Matale where Buddhist monks wrote the Tripitakas during King Walagamba’s rule. These Tripitakas originally had come down by mere word of mouth by being committed to memory by Buddhist monks of the time.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Euphoria Spice and Herbal, Kandy Dambulla Road Arunaloka Farm, Madawala Ulpotha, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka
Euphoria Spice and Herbal is located 12 km away from Matale (The spice capital of Sri Lanka). Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tour around the garden, which we call “The Spice Tour”, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Nalanda Gedige, Matale 21152 Sri Lanka
Nalanda Gedige is an old Dravidian (Pallava era) structure believed to have been built between the 8th to 10th century. At first view it’s an obviously Hindu temple from the detailed wall and roof architecture, to the little windowless main shrine. However, the ruins of the erotic tantric sculptures, and plain moonstone point to a more Buddhist origin.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sembuwaththa Lake, Elkaduwa, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka
. Sembuwatta is an artificial lake made from a natural spring in the area. It’s famed for its amazing views and natural swimming pool. You will be spending a relaxing hour here, allowing you to take some spectacular photos with the setting sun.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple, Matale, Aluvihara Aluvihara Junction, Matale Rd, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka
Aluviharaya cave temple in Sri Lanka is a rock-cave temple close to Matale where Buddhist monks wrote the Tripitakas during King Walagamba’s rule. These Tripitakas originally had come down by mere word of mouth by being committed to memory by Buddhist monks of the time.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Euphoria Spice and Herbal, Kandy Dambulla Road Arunaloka Farm, Madawala Ulpotha, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka
Euphoria Spice and Herbal is located 12 km away from Matale (The spice capital of Sri Lanka). Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tour around the garden, which we call “The Spice Tour”, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Nalanda Gedige, Matale 21152 Sri Lanka
Nalanda Gedige is an old Dravidian (Pallava era) structure believed to have been built between the 8th to 10th century. At first view it’s an obviously Hindu temple from the detailed wall and roof architecture, to the little windowless main shrine. However, the ruins of the erotic tantric sculptures, and plain moonstone point to a more Buddhist origin.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sembuwaththa Lake, Elkaduwa, Matale 21000 Sri Lanka
. Sembuwatta is an artificial lake made from a natural spring in the area. It’s famed for its amazing views and natural swimming pool. You will be spending a relaxing hour here, allowing you to take some spectacular photos with the setting sun.
Duration: 1 hour
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Cooking demo
- Tuk Tuk Ride to Sembuwatte Lake
- Entry/Admission - Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple
- Entry/Admission - Euphoria Spice and Herbal
- Entry/Admission - Nalanda Gedige
- Entry/Admission - Sembuwaththa Lake
Exclusions
- Entrance Fees where Not Specified.
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Departure Time
8:00 AM
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Your Hotel In Kandy
Returns To
Returns to original departure point
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Comfortable walking shoes and hats are recommended
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
Booking Information
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation Terms
This trip is fully refundable up to 96 hours prior to the commencement of your trip.
Booking Terms and Conditions
When you book this trip, you need to read and accept the terms and conditions for booking our day trips in excursions.
In Brief
Location:
Matale, Sri Lanka
Country:
Sri Lanka
Duration:
9 to 10 hours
Operates:
Daily
Highlights:
Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
Day trip (destination A to B)
Lunch included
Instant Confirmation
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