Colombo City Tour

“The Journey Not The Arrival Matters .” – T.S. Eliot

Description

Cosmopolitan Colombo, the gateway to the wonder of Sri Lanka, boasts a rich colonial heritage, featuring a melting pot of races, religions and cultures.  A city of contrasts, it is both an eclectic mix of shiny hotels and swanky office blocks, neighbouring beautiful red-tiled colonial-era buildings. Sprawling bustling street markets brim with fragrant spices, colourful silks, cotton and fresh fruit and vegetables. Discover Colombo’s multi-ethnic legacy with churches, mosques and temples congregating on the same streets, and delve into iconic sites including Fort Station, the Red Mosque, and the Khan clock tower. Plunge into Colombo’s enticing street food scene, eat like a local, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and aromas of the whirling Pettah Bazaar. This seaside city offers a plethora of exciting adventures, experiences and places to visit. Delight in an exhilarating tuk-tuk ride around the city, relish high tea at a magnificent colonial-style hotel overlooking the azure ocean and play a round of golf on scenic green courses. A shopper’s paradise, exquisite boutiques feature international brands, and charming shops offer colourful local art and textured fabrics. The home of the famed Ceylon tea, delve into the vast array of fragrant flavoured teas, including banana and brandy. Featuring a fascinating heritage and enticing culture, Sri Lanka‘s capital is one of Asia’s most favoured travel destinations. Offering a vast selection of accommodation options, including rustic beachside shacks lavish colonial mansions and stunning hotels, your every taste and desire for where to stay is fulfilled.

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Itinerary & Highlights

We pick up our clients from Hotel or a convenient place. Our first stop would be BMICH building and then we cover all the highlighted tourist attractions in Colombo. Travelers can taste the street food and walk around the Pettah and Galle Face Green. the tour will be finished after dropping back the clients at Hotel in Negombo/Colombo. 

  • Bandaranaike Memorial international conference Hall
  • Independence Square
  • “Nelum Pokuna” Theatre
  • “Vihara Maha Devi” Public Park
  • Colombo Town Hall
  • National Museum
  • Gangaramaya and Seema Malakaya Buddhist Temple
  • Beira Lake
  • Galle Face Hotel & Galle Face Green
  • Colombo Fort city and Southern Expansion of the Harbour
  • Old Parliament Building
  • Colombo Light House
  • Prison cell for the last king of Sri Lanka
  • Dutch Hospital
  • Dutch Heritage Museum
  • Red (Jami Ul Alfar) Mosque
  • Old Town Hall
  • Hindu Temple 
  • Wolfendale Church
  • Lotus Tower

Inclusions

  • Service of English-speaking Registered National Guide.
  • Pick up from the hotel and Drop off at Hotel.
  • Cool water bottles & refreshments.

Exclusions

  • Entrance Fees for the Tourist Attractions

Duration & Schedule

  • Around 9/10 Hours.
  • Morning 8.00 or before 11.00 am will be a perfect time
  • Price per Adult 40$ (02 People), Kids under 13 Free.

 

Preparation & What to Bring

Light white clothes are preferable, need to cover the shoulder and knees when you are entering the temples please oblige. Bring your Sunscreen and Hat as well.