Immersive Colombo Sightseeing Tour
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Hassle-free
Cancellation
4 hours (approx.)
Private Tour
Overview
Your tour representative meets you at the cruise port ready to introduce you to the best of the city.
The itinerary says it all, expect an immersive discovery and enjoy the mix of colonial past to the modern cityscape and cultural vibe!
You will truly enjoy passing by the sites and attractions and learning about the history all the way to modern day.
Begin at the Independence Memorial Hall, see Gangaramaya Temple premises. Pass by the Galle Face Green, the Old Parliament Building, and the Dutch Hospital complex before arriving at the bustling Pettah Market.
Enjoy a short stop at the Hindu Temple (remember to dress appropriately to enter the temple) and along the way there are numerous photo opportunities. There is free time to pick up a local souvenir or perhaps try a sample of local snacks before your return drive to your cruise port.
Tour Itinerary:
- • Meet at Colombo Cruise Port
- • Pass by Colonial Houses
- • Dutch Hospital Pass by or a very quick photo opportunity
- • Twin Towers - Pass by or a very quick photo opportunity
- • Jami UI-Alfar/Red Mosque Photo Stop
- • Colombo Pettach Market (30 minute stop and walk)
- • Colombus Photo Stop - You can purchase entrance tickets locally for 20 USD (if needed)
- • Sri Ponnambalavaneswarar Kovil (Historic stone Hindu temple with intricate carvings, sculptures and colorful shrines (30 min stop)
- • Colombo Town Hall - Pass by
- • Independence Hall Arcade (30 minutes stop)
- • BMICH - Pass by
- • Nelum Pokuna Theatre - Pass by
- • National Museum - Pass by
- • Souvenir Store - (45 minutes stop)
- • Viharamahadevi Park - Pass by
- • Gangaramaya Temple and Seemamalaka, Bere Pool (50 mins stop)
- • Old Parliament - Pass by
- • Galle Face Green (15 minutes stop)
- • Colombo Galbokka Lighthouse (10 minutes stop)
- • Return back to Colombo cruise port
This tour has flexible departure times suited to your cruise ship schedule.
- • Return back to Colombo cruise port
- • Colombo Galbokka Lighthouse (10 minutes stop)
- • Galle Face Green (15 minutes stop)
- • Old Parliament - Pass by
- • Gangaramaya Temple and Seemamalaka, Bere Pool (50 mins stop)
- • Viharamahadevi Park - Pass by
- • Souvenir Store - (45 minutes stop)
- • National Museum - Pass by
- • Nelum Pokuna Theatre - Pass by
- • BMICH - Pass by
- • Independence Hall Arcade (30 minutes stop)
- • Colombo Town Hall - Pass by
- • Sri Ponnambalavaneswarar Kovil (Historic stone Hindu temple with intricate carvings, sculptures and colorful shrines (30 min stop)
- • Colombus Photo Stop - You can purchase entrance tickets locally for 20 USD (if needed)
- • Colombo Pettach Market (30 minute stop and walk)
- • Jami UI-Alfar/Red Mosque Photo Stop
- • Twin Towers - Pass by or a very quick photo opportunity
- • Dutch Hospital Pass by or a very quick photo opportunity
- • Pass by Colonial Houses
What's Included
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Air Conditioned Transportation
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English Speaking Driver/Guide
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Gangaramaya and Seemamalaka Temples Entrances
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Bottled water
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Taxes and Fees
Considerations
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Entrance fees (Colombo Lotus Tower 20 USD
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Per Person – optional).
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Food and drink is not included
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash
Special Instructions
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes and suitable footwear - closed toe shoes.
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Bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, sunhat and water bottle.
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To visit the temple, appropriate clothing must be worn - no short trousers or short skirts,
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covered shoulders. Shoes and headwear
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has to be taken off before entering the
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temple.
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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