Colombo Trip Overview
Immerse in Colombo’s multicultural past and present on this private half-day tour that’s tailor-made for history buffs. Discover sights from the British and Dutch colonial periods, such as historic Wolvendaal Church and the Old Parliament Building, explore cultural landmarks such as Ayurvedic stores and Buddhist temples, and shop for souvenirs in the open-air markets of Pettah. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees and guiding. Check off historic and contemporary highlights of Colombo in just half a day See Wolvendaal Church, Galle Face, Pettah Market, and more Experience the city in style: just you, your group, and your driver Enjoy private transfers to and from the Colombo locations of your choice
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Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Shopping & Fashion >> Shopping Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Immerse in Colombo’s multicultural past and present on this private half-day tour that’s tailor-made for history buffs. Discover sights from the British and Dutch colonial periods, such as historic Wolvendaal Church and the Old Parliament Building, explore cultural landmarks such as Ayurvedic stores and Buddhist temples, and shop for souvenirs in the open-air markets of Pettah. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees and guiding. Check off historic and contemporary highlights of Colombo in just half a day See Wolvendaal Church, Galle Face, Pettah Market, and more Experience the city in style: just you, your group, and your driver Enjoy private transfers to and from the Colombo locations of your choice
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Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province
Explore the many influences of Sri Lanka’s capital on a 4-hour private tour of Colombo, and see all the major highlights of this multicultural capital. Enjoy a drive around the city to see landmarks, cultural sites, historical buildings, and more. Such attractions include Galle Face Green, the Dutch Hospital, Old Parliament Building, the Lighthouse, Colombo Harbour, the Slave Island area, oldest kovil (Hindu temple), Sri Kailawasanathar Swami Devasthanam, dedicated to the gods Shiva and Ganesh. Gangarama Temple,ayurvedic herbal and spice place, the War Memorial, Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Viharamahadevi Park, Town Hall, the race course shopping area, Independence Square, Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, and a replica of the Aukana Buddha statue. Before the tour ends, you will be taken back to you hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
