Top Colombo Historical Tours - page 4

Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this private tour of Wilpattu National Park from Colombo. With convenient round-trip transportation, there's no need to rent a car and you can relax on the transfers to and from Colombo. Once in the park, take a jeep safari to see the local wildlife and learn about their biology and behavior through guided commentary. A private tour means you can move at your own pace and enjoy a flexible itinerary.

Discover top attractions along Sri Lanka’s stunning southern coast on this private shore excursion. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle between locations, with complimentary port transfers. Highlights include a boat ride through biodiversity-protected Madu Ganga, a visit to the UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, and leisure time to enjoy the palm-fringed shores of Hikkaduwa Beach.

Even if you are traveling alone, as a couple, family or with a set of friends, there are certain important things you should cover in Sri Lanka. We have included all the key sites / places and pack them to cover within a period of 06 days time. We have made it carefully by adding nature and wild life, history, religious places, culture and traditions, local industries, life style of Sri Lankan, amazing beaches and some unique experiences. Also not forgetting the shopping, foods and some nigh life too. Will be an ideal option for travelers who want to experience everything within a short period of time.

The Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, are over four hours’ drive from Colombo. Let your driver do the work as you spread out in the comfort of a private vehicle on this convenient tour. Besides the fortress and temple, get the chance to watch local craftsmen in action and maybe buy some of their wares. Please note: Entrance fees are at your expense.

Witness the amazing tourist spots of Sri Lanka. During this tour you can: Explore 5 beautiful cities in 5 days; Experience rock climbing and visit the temple of the tooth; Walk through lush green tea plantations, that are a magnet for tea lovers and anyone who is interested in the colonial history of Sri Lanka or enjoys stunning landscape views; Travel via the coolest place in Sri Lanka – Nuwara Eliya; View the breathtaking scenery at little Adam's peak and visit the Udawalawe National Park, which is the only place in the world where an elephant sighting is guaranteed on every game drive.

Spot elephants at Udawalawe National Park on this full-day tour from Colombo. Depart from your hotel in a private vehicle and make your way to Udawalawe. Accompanied by a guide, ride a jeep through the national park and see the wide variety of wildlife that lives there, possibly including wild buffalo, spotted deer, crocodiles, and butterflies.

End your Sri Lanka stay in style with a luxury private transfer from your Colombo city hotel to Colombo International Airport. Meet your driver at your hotel, let them assist with your luggage, settle inside your air-conditioned vehicle, and enjoy a comfortable and worry-free direct journey. Plus, ask your driver for a free local SIM card and 5% discount voucher for the airport Flemingo Duty-Free shop—both are included.

Make the most of your limited time in Colombo with a half-day private shore excursion that includes port pickup. Travel via air-conditioned private transportation and skip the hassle of crowds or multiple pickups and drop-offs. Follow a comprehensive itinerary showcasing top city sights such as the National Museum, Gangaramaya Temple, Beira Lake, and Jamiul Alfar Mosque, with commentary from your English-speaking chauffeur.

Forget hunting for cabs last-minute with this prebookable private 1-way transfer from or to Colombo International Airport. Book an arrival or departure ride to or from your hotel in Colombo, Negombo, Galle, Kandy, or select resorts; and enjoy a worry-free start or end to your Sri Lanka vacation. Your driver will assist with your luggage, provide commentary on local sights, customs, and transport options, and offer hotel pickup for added convenience.

Get a comprehensive tour of Galle combined with personalized attention on this private tour. Perfect for those short on time, traveling with a private guide means you can move efficiently through the city and see as much as possible. Listen to commentary on the local culture, history, and architecture as you make stops at the local sea turtle hatchery, the stilt fishermen, local mosques, Dutch-Colonial buildings, and other highlights.

The Colombo City Tour takes you on a journey into the heart of the capital city of Sri Lanka, to show you its most spectacular sights. View elegant colonial buildings rising in tandem with shiny new business constructions in the sprawling metropolis. Visit the ancient temples that create havens in the midst of all the bustle and hustle. Get to know Colombo's history and legends through some of its most interesting landmarks. Embark in an adventure that shows you the wonderful secrets of Colombo.

The ruins of Anuradhapura are one of South Asia’s most evocative sights. The sprawling complex contains a rich collection of archaeological and architectural wonders: enormous dagobas (brick stupas), ancient pools and crumbling temples, built during Anuradhapura’s thousand years of rule over Sri Lanka. Today, several of the sites remain in use as holy places and temples; frequent ceremonies give Anuradhapura a vibrancy that’s a sharp contrast to the museum-like ambience at Polonnaruwa.

Kandy, the final capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka, has much to offer. Get your culture fix at the famous Temple of the Tooth, explore the Royal Botanical Gardens, and visit a tea factory to learn all about what happens to the leaves before they land in your pot. This tour includes private transfers from various beach towns on the west coast, a chauffeur-guide and licensed guide at the Temple of the Tooth.

Experience Kandy, Sri Lanka's historic hill capital, on a full-day, privately guided excursion from Your Hotel. Discover the enormous palm trees, orchids, and exotic plants at the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens. Spend the day in the picturesque, UNESCO-listed Kandy, seeing the gold-roofed, UNESCO-listed Temple of the Tooth, Kandy market, and a cultural performance following some free time for lunch (at your expense). On your way back to Hotel, stop for dinner (at your own).

Get a comprehensive tour of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, a World Heritage site, on this excursion from Colombo. By booking a private tour, you'll ensure efficient travel and personalized attention from your guide. Enjoy a private tour of the city, dating from the 11th century, with guided commentary tailored to your interests.

What comes to your mind when you think of Kandy? A charming city surrounded by mountains? You will begin to experience a day like no other. Filled with cultural glory, scenic beauty, hidden treasures, and Sri Lankan traditions. Spend the day visiting the golden roofed temple of tooth, royal botanical gardens, Kandy market, and the stunning views of the city. Whether you're a foodie, history lover, or a traveling family, you can find what you are looking for in this wonderfully fascinating city!

The journey of your tour starts from your Hotel in Colombo or Bandaranayake International Airport (CMB) & short tour of 3 days is specially designed for a quick yet descriptive overlook of the great history of Sri Lanka. Explore the ruins and highlights of the glorious ancient capitals of Sri Lanka where you would see the pure reflections of the proud Sri Lankan history.

The Kandy one day tour will give you the chance of visiting the most important attractions in Kandy City and a Tea Factory where produced the world's best tea. Kandy is the second most populated city in Sri Lanka. It is a heartland city surrounded by misty mountains and a winding river. Lush green forests, spice lands and tea plantations dominate the Kandyan landscape. Historically, the ancient city served as the last Sinhalese capital until 1815. Today, it continues to be a bastion of Sri Lankan culture and way of life. During this tour, you will visit, Giragama Tea Factory, Peradeniya Botanical Garden, Temple of the tooth relic, upper lake drive, Market Square and Gem Lapidary.

Cover up two major National Parks in Sri Lanka and also get the wonderful knowledge of Ancient Dutch building in Galle with this short 2 Days Tour, Walk along the Costal Area and visit the Light House, Get on a 4x4 Jeep to spot Wild Elephants and many Wild Animals. Enjoy and explore Sri Lanka ease with this 2 days tour.

Combine two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a wildlife jeep safari on this full-day private tour from Colombo. Visit the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya and the cave temple complex of Dambulla, look for wildlife on a jeep safari at Minneriya National Park, and learn about spices at the Rawana Spice & Herbal Garden. Includes private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, some entrance fees, snacks, and bottled water.

Combine visits to Sigiriya and Pidurangala with personalized attention on this private tour. Your guide will provide commentary tailored to your interests on the history of the fortress and its surrounding environment. Those who want a challenge will enjoy the climb to the top of Pidurangala, which takes a few hours and gives great views. Booking a private tour means you'll be able to move at your own pace and ask plenty of questions.

Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Colombo, the bustling capital of Sri Lanka. An informative guide takes you to major highlights such as the ocean-facing urban park of Galle Face Green; the Buddhist temples Gangaramaya and Seema Malaka and the War Memorial, Independence Square and more. End your tour with some bargain hunting on a shopping excursion.

Explore the highlights of southern Sri Lanka with ease with this private tour from Colombo, Bentota, or Negombo. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off and commentary from your guide as you visit the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Galle, Ariyapal Mask Museum in Ambalangoda, and the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, and enjoy a boat ride on the Madu River.

This private day trip to Galle is perfect for those staying in the Colombo areas. Visit the city's most famous monuments attractions. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in this package.