South Coast Highlights Tour from Colombo

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(3 reviews) Colombo, Sri Lanka

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11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

An independent day trip to Galle from Colombo means a long train, bus, or cab ride, and the problem of getting around once there. Make the most of UNESCO-listed Galle Fort and the round-trip journey on this private day trip. Travel by private vehicle, delve into the colonial-era fort as your guide shares its history, and tour a tea factory on route. hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

What's Included

Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
Hotel Pick & Drop from Colombo Hotels, Mt. Lavinia Hotels.
Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
1 Liter of Bottled Mineral Water Per Person.
Food and Beverages.
Expenses of Personal Nature.
Entrance fees (if any)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We picks you up from your Hotel in Colombo

OR
Meeting point

We picks you up from your Hotel in Colombo

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Handunugoda Tea Estate

    You will be picked up at your hotel in Colombo at 0700 hrs. Ensure that you bring a packed breakfast with you if you are unable to have your meal at the hotel. You will reach your first destination, Handunugoda Tea Factory by approximately 0930 hrs. (Travel Time 1 ½ to 2 hrs) Handunugoda Factory is famous for its Virgin White Tea, which is one of the most expensive teas in the world. The tea is plucked and made without being touched by humans, partially following an ancient Chinese tea plucking ritual. You will be guided around the factory and given an opportunity to try and buy Virgin White Tea, along with many other tea types. Handunugoda is also one of the only tea factories in Sri Lanka which is close to the coast.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Galle Dutch Fort

    Galle’s natural harbour has long been a hub of trade dating back to ancient times.The accidental arrival of the Portuguese Lorenzo de Almeida in 1505,when his fleet of ships steered off course following a storm at sea,changed the history of this island nation.The Portuguese were followed by the Dutch and then the British in 1796.With each occupation,Galle’s landscape changed and the cultural influences remained.Galle Fort covers nearly four sq. km's and is protected by 12 bastions and connecting ramparts. Wander the maze of narrow cobblestone paved roadways lined with colonial period buildings still in use and old merchant houses where generations of Moorish families still live.Take a walk along the sturdy ramparts looking out to sea and visit colonial period churches,the lighthouse,and museums.Along the way, stop by for a cup of Ceylon Tea or fresh king coconut.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Travceylon Leisure

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
Eco Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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