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Dambulla to Kandy Transfer

Sacred connection: from golden caves to the tooth relic via spice country.

72 km
2-2.5 hours
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Private Transfer from Dambulla to Kandy

Connect Sri Lanka's most impressive cave temple to its most sacred tooth relic. This 72 km transfer takes you from Dambulla's Golden Temple (5 caves, 153 Buddha statues) to Kandy's Temple of the Sacred Tooth—from ancient Buddhist art to living Buddhist tradition. The route passes through the aromatic Matale spice valley, perfect for a tea-and-spice break. Arrive in time for Kandy's evening puja ceremony, the day's most atmospheric experience.

Distance

72 km

from Dambulla

Travel Time

2-2.5 hours

approximate

Best Time to Travel

Morning for spice garden stop; afternoon for evening Temple of Tooth puja

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Over 5,000 happy customers trust us for their journey

Meet & Greet Service

Meet & Greet Service

Driver waits with your name board at arrivals

Flight Tracking

Flight Tracking

We monitor your flight and adjust for delays

Free Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before for full refund

Child Seats Available

Free child seats on request

English-Speaking Drivers

All drivers speak fluent English

Fixed Prices

Fixed Prices

No hidden fees, no surge pricing

Route Information

Everything you need to know about your journey from Dambulla to Kandy

Your Journey

Dambulla

Pick-up location

72 km2-2.5 hours

Scenic drive with professional driver

Kandy

Drop-off at your hotel

Route Highlights

  • 1
    Cave temple to tooth temple
  • 2
    Matale spice gardens
  • 3
    Scenic hill approach
  • 4
    Cultural heartland connection

Travel Tip

Morning for spice garden stop; afternoon for evening Temple of Tooth puja

Fixed Price • No Hidden Fees

Select Your Vehicle

All vehicles include meet & greet, flight tracking, and 60 minutes free waiting time.

Comfortable SUV

Comfortable SUV

Ideal for families with extra luggage space and premium comfort.

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5
Passengers
4
Luggage
Air Conditioning
Bottled Water
Free WiFi
Phone Charger
Extra Legroom
Transfer to Kandy
$55USD
LKR 17,500
One-way
Includes: Meet & greet • Flight tracking • 60 min free waiting • All tolls & taxes

Our Premium Fleet

Modern, well-maintained vehicles for your comfort and safety

Premium Sedan

Premium Sedan

3 passengers • 2 bags

Comfortable SUV

Comfortable SUV

5 passengers • 4 bags

Spacious Van

Spacious Van

8 passengers • 6 bags

Luxury Vehicle

Luxury Vehicle

3 passengers • 3 bags

All vehicles include

Air Conditioning
Free WiFi
Bottled Water
USB Charger
Child Seat Available
English Speaking Driver

Popular Attractions in Kandy

Discover these amazing places during your visit. We can take you there!

Temple of the Sacred Tooth

Temple of the Sacred Tooth

Houses Buddha's tooth relic. Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist site. Evening puja unmissable.

Kandy Lake

Kandy Lake

Scenic artificial lake at city center. Perfect for morning or evening walks.

Matale Spice Gardens

Matale Spice Gardens

Learn about cinnamon, pepper, cloves. Free tours with refreshments and optional massage.

Royal Botanical Gardens

Royal Botanical Gardens

Peradeniya: 147-acre gardens with orchids, giant bamboo, bat trees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Kandy Transfers

Everything you need to know about traveling from Dambulla to Kandy

About 2-2.5 hours (72 km) on the excellent A9 highway. Add 30-45 minutes for a spice garden stop, which we recommend.

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