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Private Colombo City Tour With Guide
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Private Colombo Half Day City Tour

By OTN WORLD PVT LTD
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is €79 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Explore Colombo City in different Eyes. Sri Lanka's city, administrative, and judicial capital is Colombo. Colombo is a major port of the Indian Ocean and is located on the west coast of the island, just south of the Kelani River. The majority of Sri Lanka's international trade is conducted there, which has one of the biggest artificial ports in the world. Visit the best-known sights in the capital of Sri Lanka during this tour to discover more about it. For first-time visitors, the family-friendly tour is strongly recommended.

Activity location

  • Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
    • 61 Sri Jinaratana Road,
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
    • 61 Sri Jinaratana Road,
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

Check availability


Private Colombo Half Day City Tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 10:00
Price details
€79.47 x 1 Adult€79.47

Total
Price is €79.47
Until Thu, 13 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedKing Coconut
  • What's includedWhat's includedWater Bottle
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional & English speaking Expert Driver
  • What's includedWhat's includedFree Wifi Onboard (Upon Request)
  • What's includedWhat's includedSeasonal Fruits
  • What's includedWhat's includedPickup & Drop Service by Air conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood & Drinks Other than Specified
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedOptional Activities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance to sights

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Littering & smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
  • Please observe proper dress code when visiting the temples as a form of respect. The basic rule is to wear clothing that covers the shoulders, and knees (Participants are advised dress appropriately for this activity (long pants, long-sleeved shirt or scarf to cover shoulders, and closed shoes)
  • Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue
  • The exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
  • Pickup will be commenced prior to start the tour time; you must contact us to verify your exact pickup time.
  • Deposit trash in designated receptacles
  • What to Bring - Sun cream, Caps or hats, , Camera, Sunglasses
  • If pick-up and drop-off locations are outside Colombo city, additional charges may apply.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Colombo is the most famous in Sri Lanka. It was built just over 120 years ago and is dedicated to Buddhism. The temple is celebrated for its lavish architecture and statues showcasing Sri Lankan, Chinese, Thai, Burmese and other artistic styles.
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
  • 10m
Its architecture is Indo-Saracenic, incorporating pomegranate-shaped domes. But the most extraordinary feature is that each brick is painted red or white and used in contrasting designs.(Photo Stop)
Independence Square
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Independence Square is in the prestigious Cinnamon Gardens district of Colombo, Sri Lanka. It takes its name from the Independence Memorial Hall built there to commemorate the independence of Sri Lanka from British rule in 1948. Close to the Square is the Arcade, a modern shopping centre housed in former colonial government buildings.
Viharamahadevi Park Bus Stop (Pass by)
Viharamahadevi Park or formally known as the Victoria park is the largest, oldest and most colourful park situated in the heart of Colombo. It is a perfect place to relax, for shady walks, picnics and most of all a great place to spend your time with your family.
Colombo Fort Railway Station (Pass by)
The railway line was started over a 150 years ago by the British. The old Fort region of Colombo is one of the busiest areas of the city. In 1877 the Coastal Railway Line was created and that is when the first station was opened. At the time, the Central Terminus was in a place near Maradana, The location can still be seen as it is now serving as the Sri Lanka Railway Museum.
Pettah (Pass by)
Pettah is one of the oldest districts in Colombo. It is the most ethnically mixed place in the country. Large religious buildings represent a plethora of faiths, while more earthly pursuits can be found in market stalls and shops. The crowds in Pettah can become overwhelming during the morning and afternoon rush hours.
St. Anthony's Church Shop (Pass by)
St Anthony's Church is a monument of love and devotion to St. Anthony raised by all, rich and poor, in Colombo, as well as in the whole of Ceylon. May Anthony protect this City and this Island and all his devout is and lovers therein.
Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil (Pass by)
Sri Ponnambala-waneswaram Temple is one of Sri Lanka's finest examples of Dravidian architecture. This temple in Kotahena, northeast of Pettah, is built of South Indian granite. It is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva; while not being too old, it is still a peerless example of ancient Dravidan architecture.
Old Parliament Building (Pass by)
The new building for the Secretariat, Council Chamber, and Government offices will be completed in Colombo later this year. It will replace the current building, which was built during the British colonial era.
Bmich
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall is one of the foremost convention centres found on the island. BMICH has over 16,000 square feet of floor space. The construction of this convention centre was a joint project between Sri Lankan and Chinese workers.
Nelum Pokuna Art Street (Pass by)
Sri Lankans purchase art to adorn their homes, hotels, offices, and as gifts. Nelum Pokuna street artisans have contributed their might to this endeavour. For tourists to take home, a painting depicting a local theme is the best memento.
Colombo Galbokka Lighthouse
  • 15m
The Lighthouse is one of the few lighthouses of the colonial era still operational to this date. The d in the lighthouse was commissioned so that worker in that area of Colombo can be more punctual since personal watches could not be afforded by everyone back in the day.
Khan Clock Tower (Pass by)
The tower was built in the early 20th century by a Parsi (hailed from Bombay) family of the name Khan. The four-story tall tower remains there to this day on a landscaped roundabout. Water fountain that's attached to it has long stopped working, but clock tower continues to function.
Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
The temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil is one of the most beautiful and lovely attraction places of Sri Lanka. There are many beautiful and elegant paintings of God and Goddess. Also there are an beautiful carvings of an astrology chart. The inner roof of this temple is decorated with magnificent paintings. It is said that the temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil is the most ancient Hindu temples in Colombo.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
    • 61 Sri Jinaratana Road,
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
    • 61 Sri Jinaratana Road,
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

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