Discover the wonders of Colombo on a guided sightseeing tour through the heart of Sri Lanka’s capital city. See some of the city’s most iconic sights, and admire elegant colonial buildings which rise in tandem with shiny new constructions.

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Duration 5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: You will be picked up from your Colombo hotel.
Private group

Highlights

Try street food in Galle Face Green
Embark in an adventure that shows you the wonderful secrets of Colombo
View elegant colonial buildings rising in tandem with shiny new business constructions
Visit the ancient temples that create havens in the midst of all the city madness
Get to know Colombo's history and legends through some of its most interesting landmarks

Full description

Your tour will begin as you are picked up by your chauffeur at 8:30AM from your Colombo hotel. From there you will journey into the heart of Sri Lanka with a private city tour which will enable you to witness spectacular sights whilst enjoying memorable experiences. From the elegant colonial buildings to the sprawling metropolis of the city, Colombo has a multitude of sights and sounds for you to experience. With all of its spectacular scenery, this wonderful city will never cease to amaze you. Visit amazing historical landmarks with captivating stories, and learn the history behind one of the richest cultures in Asia. Embark in an adventure like never before, becoming a part of the city with this private tour. You will encounter the Colombo Lighthouse, the Prison Cell of the last Sri Lankan King, Galle Face Promenade (which has cannons from World War II), the south expansion of the Colombo Harbour, York Street (which has remnants of British Colonial Architecture, and many more. At the end of your tour, you will be dropped off back to your Colombo accommodation.

Includes

Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fees for the National Museum or Gangarama Temple
Services of an English-speaking chauffeur guide
1 liter of bottled mineral water per person
All taxes and service charges

Food or drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Expenses of a personal nature
Meals not specified

Not suitable for

Pregnant women

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Important information

What to bring

Passport or ID card
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Sunscreen

Not allowed

Pets

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Please note that no lunch or dinner is included on this tour

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4.7 /5

based on 3 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.7/5
Transportation
3.7/5
Value for money
4.3/5

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It was perfect, new car with air conditioning, very friendly driver, ideal for visiting the city in one morning and not missing anything! I recommend.

January 6, 2020

Perfect. The guide showed up in perfect time with A / C car and showed us the best of the city explaining its history.

March 4, 2020

With 7 people booked on the tour , the van was very very small The guide was good though But the van size was cramped

March 14, 2020

Colombo: Private City Sightseeing Tour

Colombo: Private City Sightseeing Tour

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