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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.

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.

Your full-day Guided tour to Kandy Sri Lanka will take you to most Popular Travel Destinations in and around Kandy, Travelers Can Customize This Tour As They want Discussing With Your Guide While You Travel. • The Sacred Temple of Tooth Relic. • Tea Factory and Tea Gardens. • Bahirawakanda Samadhi Buddha Statue. • Kandy View Point. • Udawatta Kele Sanctuary. • Kandy Lake. • Herbal Gardens. • Upper Lake. • Handcrafted Wood Carvings. • Gem Museum and Handmade store. To safeguard from hidden Dangers you will be Traveling with an Experienced & Trustworthy Guide.

For Sri Lankans, as for Italians, dining remains a ritual to be treasured. Immerse in the spicy delights of Sri Lankan cuisine, from market shopping to dining etiquette, during this hands-on private cooking course. Led by a professional chef in a charming villa, learn the tricks of authentic Sri Lankan home cooking, and feast on a 5-course lunch or dinner you’ve prepared yourself.

No Sri Lanka vacation is complete without visiting mountain-framed Ella, but a DIY trip from the south coast can be daunting. This private tour makes it easy, with a private vehicle and driver-guide to ferry you around. Tour the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adams Peak, enjoy a Hill Country train ride, visit a tea factory and plantation, see Rawana Waterfall, and more, all during an action-packed, yet stress-free day. Lunch, plus hotel pickup and drop-off from select areas are included.

Experience Sri Lanka in your own way for anything from one day to 20 with this flexible private tour from Colombo with a private driver-guide. Create your own itinerary, with optional recommendations from your driver-guide, and depart each day from your hotel by private chauffeured vehicle for your allocated-mileage explorations. Along the way, enjoy your chosen sights, cities, beaches, regions, and activities, with admissions and activity fees down to you. Hotel accommodation and meals are at your own expense.

Experience a mesmerizing day trip from Colombo or any city to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple. Marvel at sacred Buddha images in the caves and enjoy breathtaking views from the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Immerse in Sri Lanka's rich cultural heritage. *The UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple can be visited, which consists of a series *Experience a comprehensive private tour of Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave temple *The 1st-century caves are filled with Buddha statues and elaborate frescoes. *If you like, explore Sri Lanka's interior with visits to traditional villages and a safari jeep tour of Minneriya National Park, where you can see over 100 forest elephants.

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.

Travel through Sri Lanka like a local—by train—to take in the sights on your journey. Departing from Kandy, the journey to Badulla (Ella) is considered one of the country's most scenic journeys and departs twice per day to fit your schedule. Second or third class tickets include reserved seats.

Climb to the ruins on Sigiriya Rock and explore the Buddha-statue-packed caves of Dambulla—this small-group tour from Colombo removes the stress from visiting two of Sri Lanka’s highlights. Settle into an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide, and admire the scenery on route into the island’s lush heartlands. Visit Dambulla and then stop at Sigiriya, where you can climb the rock or just stroll its gardens. Admissions are at your own expense.

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.

Prepare to ‘get wild’ on this full-day safari in Sri Lanka’s Udawalawe National Park. Scout for elephants, crocodiles, birds, and more, and take an optional side trip to Udawalawe Elephant Orphanage. All national park fees and a safari jeep with a driver-guide are included.

See wild elephants and other wildlife of Udawalawe National Park on a private safari with hotel pickup. Located just south of the Central Highlands, the park offers prime opportunities to see herds of wild elephants and other animals like water buffalo, wild boar, and leopards. This private tour provides an intimate experience with informative commentary, making it a must-do while visiting Sri Lanka.

Taking the train is one of the most scenic ways to get from Colombo to Kandy, and these 2nd-class intercity tickets will make everything stress-free. Avoid the hassle of purchasing your own tickets, receive them before your chosen journey date, and travel independently to Colombo Fort station to board and take your reserved seat. Then, simply soak in the views as you trundle by thick jungle, picturesque villages, and tea plantations to Kandy—easy!

Travel to Sigiriya and Dambulla with ease on this day tour from Kandy with a round-trip transfer. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a private vehicle with a driver-guide. Explore the temples and statues at Sigiriya. Next, continue to Dambulla, where you can admire the large ancient cave temple complex.

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.

Bundala National Park may be known for its birds—some 200 species use this spot as migratory grounds—but this less-touristed national park also boasts something else: crowd-free safaris. On this private tour, follow your guide’s keen eye across incredible landscapes, scouting for wild creatures from cormorants and kingfishers to elephants, monkeys, and golden jackals.

Discover the highlights of the Central Highlands including the Peradeniya Botanical Garden, Kandy, and Pinnawala Ape Gama on this private day trip from Negombo. Squeezing plenty of sightseeing in one day, this trip includes a visit to a tea plantation, a spice garden, and Sri Lanka’s second-largest city, Kandy. You’ll also have the chance to visit Pinnawala Ape Gama, a historical and cultural theme park modeled on an ancient Sri Lankan village.

Half day tour to explore different seaside attractions with a ride through the Dutch Canal, Negombo lagoon and Muthurajawela wetland and beautiful Mangroves. You will see the Negombo town and surrounding areas and witness the fishermen in the lagoon and do a memorable bird watching tour.

Visit the royal ancient city of Polonnaruwa with ease on this private full-day tour. Depart from your hotel with your driver-guide and make your way to Polonnaruwa. Learn about its history and wander through its well-preserved archaeological ruins. Explore the wide array of tombs, temples, statues, and stupas. At the end of the day, transfer back to your hotel.

Negombo is a charming city situated on the North West coast of Sri Lanka. It is steeped in history, with the remains of a Dutch Fort dating back to the 20th century. The city has a beautiful waterfront and is surrounded by scenic views and historic landscapes. Enjoy a private tour of this beautiful city with an experienced chauffeur and friendly tour guide, who will ensure you get the most out of your trip. Because there are no other travellers on the tour, you can tailor the itinerary to your own interests and needs and spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop.

Short on time in Galle? Then this private, family-friendly tour covers the city and its coastal highlights in one day, making it ideal for short-stay visitors and cruise passengers. Admire UNESCO-listed Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse, trace the coast to the Hikkaduwa Turtle Hatchery and Tsunami Museum, and take a wildlife-watching cruise on the Madu River. Private transport and Galle hotel and cruise port pickup and drop-off included.

Combine Colombo sightseeing with the breezy buzz of tuk-tuk touring on this private excursion. Swap an enclosed car for an open-sided 3-wheeler with a driver-guide, and feel the heartbeat of Sri Lanka’s capital as you discover its top sights and hidden gems beloved by locals. See the Gangaramaya Temple and other landmarks, zip by beaches, explore markets, refuel with local coffee, and enjoy traditional Sri Lankan dishes—all without your having to plan anything yourself.

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.