Why choose this Colombo tour ?
Get an intimate look at the Sri Lankan capital of Colombo during this 3.5-hour sightseeing trip by tuk tuk . Travel like Sri Lankan locals do as you weave through traffic, stopping to check out city landmarks like Colombo Harbour, the Pettah neighbourhood, Wolvendaal Church, Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple, and much more.
Make the most of your Colombo adventure
What makes Colombo City Tour By Tuk Tuk a unique experience ?
Meet up with your group in the early morning at your Hotel,
Before boarding your tuk tuk for the day, take a short walk through the city’s central business district, where you’ll admire a number of colonial buildings.
Continue aboard your motorized ride as you check out city sights like Colombo Harbour, the Fort Clock Tower, Colombo Lighthouse, and the President’s House. Then pass by Chatham Street, a now-trendy area that was off-limits for many years due to Sri Lanka’s civil war. Proceed from there to Pettah, a Colombo neighborhood that’s known for its diverse range of market stalls and the Red Mosque. Stop for 20 to 30 minutes to grab some street snacks or shop for bargains.
As your nimble tuk tuk ducks and weaves in between people, buses and bikes, you’ll zoom onward to visit Wolvendaal Church, a colonial-era Dutch structure that dates back more than 360 years. Take a look at the church’s collection of old tombstones from the city’s historic Dutch governors and then have a talk with the church keeper, who can share insights into city history and culture.
Head next to Sri Kaileshwarm Kovil (Captain’s Garden Hindu Temple), the main worship site for Colombo residents, and then proceed to Independence Square, the location where Sri Lanka proclaimed its independence from British rule in 1948.
Srilanka has its finest Gem Industry and the Island was called “Island Of Gems” at Ancient times.
You will be taken to a Gem Museum to see the History of Gem with Cutting and Polishing experience
Head to a Tea Factory where you can get the experience of pure Ceylon Tea with tasting it (Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry) are very famous flavours among them
Make the last stop of the day at Gangaramaya Temple, one of the most important Buddhist temples in Colombo.
Explore the architecture and paintings of this religious site before cross the street to Bera Lake, where you can learn more about the some of the contemporary issues like pollution facing city residents. Finish the trip with a drop-off back at your original starting point.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- As the tour visits temples, please do not wear shorts or sleeveless tops. Given the climate in Colombo, light, breathable clothes and fabrics are recommended.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Colombo City Tour By Tuk Tuk Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local English-speaking guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Tuk Tuk fare
Not Included
- Food and drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by KINGFISHER TOURS SRI LANKA.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Colombo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 3 Stars based on 15 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 4 Travelers is accepted for booking.
