Private Colombo City Tour: Explore Top Sights with an English Speaking Chauffeur
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Embark on a private Colombo city tour and discover the top sights of the nation's capital with an English-speaking chauffeur. Visit iconic landmarks, including Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple and Independence Square, and explore the historic Colombo Fort and Galle Face Green.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Colombo - The tour departs at 9 am from your booked Colombo city area hotel or the Colombo Port and start for Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple.
  • Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple - The excellent Gangaramaya Temple is renowned for its monumental structures, and is finished with a chetiya, bo tree, image house, Simamalaka, relic chamber containing the relics of the Buddha and Arahat Seevali, exhibition hall, library, pirivena, and private, instruction and aid corridors.
  • Independence Square - Next you’ll head to Independence Square. Independence square is one of Colombo’s numerous tourist spots to be found. Independence Memorial Hall situated at the Independence square is a Sri Lankan Heritage site among the Sri Lankan Tourism. Many travelers visit the place and stroll in the inside of the Hall. This lobby was built to remember and the triumph picked up from the British guideline in 1948.
  • Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara - After having lunch at local restaurant, it’s time to Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara experience. Kelaniya Temple built on the banks of the Kelaniya River is a standout amongst the most sacrosanct destinations of Sri Lanka. It is trusted Buddha together with 500 Arahats (Supremely edified creatures) visited Kelaniya on the week day of the Buddhist Era 2531 and clarifying of the Dhamma, the Buddhist precept to the occupants of the island.
  • Old Parliament Building - Later on you’ll visit Old Parliament Building. The Old Parliament Building is a home to presidential Secretariat of Sri Lanka. It is situated in Colombo fortress confronting the ocean and is in closeness to the President’s home, Colombo. The building houses the council of the island for more than 53 years until the opening of New Parliament Complex at Sri Jayewardenepura in the year 1983, alongside General Treasury Building.
  • Colombo Fort - Afterward, pay a visit to Colombo Fort. Colombo city is an energizing spot particularly where the Colombo Fort District is concerned. The Fort was basically built by the Portuguese and created by the Dutch subsequent to attacking the Portuguese administration. The Colombo Fort and the Colombo Harbor have a long history. This was basically utilized by Greeks, Egyptians and Arabian vendors until the point that 1506 for their delivery purposes.
  • Galle Face Green - Your last stop will be Galle Face Green. Galle confront green was at first built in 1859 by Governor Sir Henry George ward and was utilized as a football, rugby, cricket, tennis, polo, fairway ground and furthermore for steed hustling. It is the greatest open area of Colombo and is one of the notable goals for investing energy with family and companions.

Conclude your tour back at your hotel.

What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Parking & tolls Charges
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off at Colombo City Center Area or Colombo Port
  • Sightseeing as described
  • English-speaking Chauffeur guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Entrance Fees
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

During this Exclusive City Tour of Colombo, you have the opportunity to experience the main attractions of the national capital in a single day. The tour encompasses a scenic overview of important landmarks such as Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple and Independence Square. Additionally, the schedule includes visits to Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, the Old Parliament Building, Fort of Colombo, and Galle Face Green.

Location
Colombo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Abdul
Jan 3, 2019
Colombo City Tour - We had an enjoyable day with Ayesh. He was knowledgeable and friendly and would recommend him to other tourists.
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