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Explore the highlights of Sri Lanka’s southern coast on this private full-day tour from Bentota / Ahungalle / Balapitiya / Hikkaduwa / Colombo / Weligama / Mirissa and many more places. Travel in comfort private air-conditioned vehicle and discover scenic beaches, colonial history, local wildlife, and tea culture - all in one unforgettable day. Visiting Places Tea Garden And Tea Factory Stilt Fishermen in Koggala Sea Turtle Hatchery Unawatuna Beach Japanese Peace Pagoda Jungle Beach Galle Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Start your Galle day tour from Bentota or any place and explore Sri Lanka’s stunning southern coast. Visit a Tea Garden and Tea Factory, see the famous stilt fishermen in Koggala, and stop at a Sea Turtle Hatchery. Enjoy lunch at a seaside restaurant on Unawatuna Beach, then visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda and hidden Jungle Beach before exploring Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Sri Lanka is famed for its tasty and fresh cuisine, but many of the country’s best cooking practices take place in rural surroundings—far off the usual tourist track. During this private, half-day village immersion tour in Sigiriya, travelers will learn how to prepare a traditional meal from scratch in the home of a local family. Then, sit down and enjoy dishes like lake fish curry or coconut roti together.

From Kandy : 6.30 am From Sigiriya starts at : 5.00 pm (You may have to wait till 5.00 pm even though you are ready to leave early since this is a group tour) Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave temple are iconic places in Sri Lanka and any traveler who visit Sri Lanka would love to see them. This tour provides you the opportunity for such travelers to fulfill their requirements within a short period of time and at an affordable price. A vehicle of very good condition will be arranged and the size of the vehicle depends on the number of bookings. It can be varied from minivan to luxury tourist coach. We will be picking up the travelers from a few pick-up points and you can contact us and get advice about the nearest location based on the hotel you are staying in Kandy.

Cooking with a local provides insights videos just can’t provide. Join your host and a small group for this Galle cooking class. Take a tuk-tuk to the Dutch Market, hear its history, and buy fresh vegetables, then visit the fish market for fresh fish. Next, learn about spices, how to cook rice, and how to make five different curries. Finally, eat a buffet lunch with your fingers, the local way.

SL Tuk Tuk Travels stands out as a reputable and well-established tour company in Kandy. Our specialty lies in delivering tailored Tuk Tuk tours that promise distinctive and genuine glimpses of the city. Backed by experienced drivers, a commitment to comfort and safety, competitive pricing, and a sterling reputation, we guarantee an unforgettable and pleasurable tour experience for all our clients.

Navigating Colombo’s sights can seem challenging for first-time visitors due to the city’s sprawling size and busy streets. Rather than bury your nose in your phone or guidebook, make things easy on a private city tour by air-conditioned vehicle. Tailor the itinerary around your interests, and absorb the city’s buzz as you experience landmarks such as the Parliament and Gangaramaya Temple. Door-to-door transfers and flexible departures complete the convenience.

Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s lush central and southern highlands on a 2-night trip from Colombo to Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Udawalawe National Park. Save yourself the effort of planning your own itinerary, and simply relax each day as you’re transported to the attractions and your included hotel for the night. Discover the mystical hill capital of Kandy, spot wild elephants on a Udawalawe safari (own expense), and absorb the exotic scenery at Sigiriya, Ella, and Nuwara.

The Handmade Tea Tour offers three primary experiences, beginning with tea plucking at our tea estate. 1. Tea Plucking: Start with a tea-picking session, including traditional worship at a nearby kovil. Participants receive a basket and can wear traditional tea plucker attire. 2. Tea Crafting: Visit a mini facility to see handmade tea crafting, followed by a brief overview of the tea-making process at the factory and the packaging of your selected tea. 3. Tea Tasting: Enjoy a tea tasting at Sky Cafe. The tour accommodates up to 6 visitors at a time, with six daily slots: Handmade Tea Tour Time Slots: (Sri Lankan Time). 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 a.m. For more details, contact the tea factory resource person.

Experience traditional village life on this private tour. Depart from your hotel in a tuk-tuk and make your way to the village. Accompanied by a guide, take an oxen cart ride through the village. Admire the views on a catamaran ride over a reservoir and try to spot the local wildlife. Observe a cooking lesson from a local villager share a traditional lunch.

Marvel at two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single tour with this all-inclusive day trip that saves time with private round-trip transportation from a number of pick-up locations plus fees and lunch. Stop at both the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and Dambulla Golden Rock Cave Temple for guided tours, plus opt to visit an Gem Museum & Showroom and Wood Carving Center along the way.

Scout the forests and lagoons of Yala, Sri Lanka’s second-biggest national park, on a private safari tour, with local hotel transfers and admission included. Choose your preferred safari, join a driver-tracker in a luxe 4WD, and watch for leopards—Yala has one of the world’s highest densities of them—plus elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, birds, and more. Upgrade for a full-day leopard-spotting or standard full-day safari, both with refreshments.

Anuradhapura’s many sights are spread out, making it difficult to cover the area on foot. With this private tuk-tuk tour, go beyond passive sightseeing with a provided audio guide to gain insights into the many landmarks. Get taken between highlights like Ruwanwelisaya stupa, the Kuttam Pokuna bathing pools, and Isurumuniya Temple with a private driver. Half-day tours are flexible and include pickup and drop-off from any surrounding hotel.

Visiting UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock and the Dambulla Cave Temples from Colombo is unmanageable in a day if you’re using Sri Lanka’s public transport. This private day trip makes it possible and comfortable, and adds an interesting stop at the Sigiriya Craft Village—somwhere you might not discover alone. Added benefits include door-to-door transport by WiFi-enabled vehicle; a driver-guide’s tips and commentary; and an included traditional Sri Lankan lunch.

Spend a day exploring some of the most significant cultural and historical sites in the Kandy area with this private day tour. You'll visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Dambulla Cave Temple, the Polonnaruwa Ruins, and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, all in your own private vehicle. You'll also get a chance to stop off at the recently constructed Sri Muthumariamman Temple along the way.

Visit the historic Galle Fort at a leisurely pace with this guided walking tour. Your local guide will be on hand to take you around the fort, answering any questions you might have and showing you areas and points of interest you might not have otherwise found on your own.

Embark on an enchanting journey through Colombo, where history merges seamlessly with modernity! Join Vinoth Blaze on our comfortable Blaze cabrio Tuk Tuk. With over a decade of expertise, expect an extraordinary exploration of hidden gems. Glide through labyrinthine streets, conversing in English, Sinhala, or Tamil, unraveling the tales of Colombo's suburbs. Experience Pettah market's vibrant chaos, savoring centuries-old trade. Delve into Sri Lanka's cultural heritage, marveling at ancient temples. With insider insights and practical assistance, let us be your trusted companion on this unforgettable odyssey. Step aboard, fellow traveler, and unlock the treasures of Sri Lanka with us!

Discover the history and culture of Colombo with this half-day tour. Get picked up at your hotel in the Sri Lankan capital and set out on a tour to see city highlights including the National Museum of Colombo and an urban park called Galle Face Green. Cover ground quickly with transportation by private vehicle.

Feel Colombo’s pulse and discover its sights in a way difficult to do independently or by conventional car on this private half-day tuk-tuk tour. Choose a morning or late-afternoon trip and settle into your nimble 3-wheeler with your personal driver-guide. Then, soak in the city’s bustle as you zip to Pettah and Galle Face Green; and stop at temples, markets, and colonial-era landmarks. Admissions are at your own expense.

Explore some of the most important places in Sri Lanka with this six day guided, private tour. Relax and enjoy the sites, since the day’s activities will be organized by your guide, and you’ll have a private driver. Note that accommodation is not included, so book that on your own. Each day will be full of experiences in nature, or learning about Sri Lanken culture, or both.

The largest animal in the world, majestic blue whales can reach up to 100 feet (30 meters) long—and in season Mirissa offers a great chance to see them. Go whale watching the responsible way on this large, stable trimaran, with full safety equipment. The professional crew will ensure you are always a respectful distance from the whales. Your package includes pickup from Mirissa area hotels, breakfast, Wi-Fi—and even sea-sickness pills.

Rounding up inland Sri Lanka’s sights from Colombo by yourself means self-driving or hopping between trains, buses, and cabs. This private 3-day tour takes away the transport hassles: providing a private chauffeured vehicle to ferry you from sight to sight. Discover Kandy’s must-sees, and explore a tea plantation, Nuwara Eliya, and Sigiriya, all in one tour, with two nights' 3-star accommodation and breakfasts and dinners included.

Visit Sri Lanka's old hill capital on this day tour from Colombo. No need to rent a car, as all transportation is included; you can enjoy the scenery on the way there and back. Your tour guide will tailor the tour and their commentary to your interests and you'll have plenty of time to ask questions. Highlights include the Kandy Market, the Temple of the Tooth, and the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens.

Have a seat in a first-class tuk tuk with a dedicated guide for a private tour of Colombo. You'll travel efficiently through the city, weaving through traffic to see the maximum number of sights in a single day. This overview is great for first-time visitors, and your guide can focus on sites and narrative that interest you. Stops can include the Pettah market, the Galle Face Green, Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist temple, and others.