Stand before Buddhism’s most sacred relic, stroll beside a glittering royal lake and unlock the legends of Sri Lanka’s last ancient kingdom – Kandy is culture, history and soul in one magnificent city.

Kandy, the last capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka and a UNESCO World Heritage City, is the cultural heart of the island, a city of historical significance set around a glittering lake in the folds of the Central Highlands. This comprehensive Heritage Day tour explores Kandy’s rich tapestry of sacred sites, royal gardens, artisan traditions and living cultural performances, with your expert guide weaving together history, legend and personal insight to bring the city fully to life. The centrepiece of the day is a visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most important Buddhist sites in the world, followed by a leisurely walk around the Kandy Lake and an exploration of the city’s hidden laneways and local markets.