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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!

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. • Connect with the real Colombo on a private half-day tuk-tuk tour Absorb the city's buzz and culture in way hard to do alone or by enclosed car • See the landmarks, from ornate temples to old churches and busy markets Choose a morning or afternoon departure, with hotel pickup and drop-off Friendly Guides - Tuk Tuk Ride Local food/snacks/drinks Covers most visited sights in Colombo within 3 - 4 hours. No hidden charges Fulfilled, children friendly true local experience, Can be recommended for all age groups Friendly drivers/guides See the entire city within few hours ...

This Kandy sightseeing tour visits multiple highlights of the UNESCO-listed city with a professional guide. Learn about thousands of rare plants, trees, and orchid varieties at the 147-acre (60-hectare) Royal Botanic Gardens of Peradeniya. In the afternoon, head to Kandy View Point and see the Temple of Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), followed by the Gem Museum, a woodcrafting workshop and Kandyan cultural show. Pickup and drop-off from your Kandy hotel is included.

Explore Sri Lanka’s tea country with ease on this guided full-day tour. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a vehicle with a driver and make your way through the scenic countryside to Nuwara Eliya. Visit tea plantations and tea factories in the rolling hills. Stop by Ramboda Falls and Gregory Lake and take in the views.

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.

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.

Witness the amazing tourist spots of Sri Lanka, in this tour you can experience 6 beautiful cities in three days, while traveling you can explore such things as below - Climbing a rock - Visiting the temple of the tooth - Walking through lush green tea plantations, the tea plantations which produce the leaf is a magnet for tea lovers and anyone who is interested in the colonial history of Sri Lanka or enjoys stunning landscape views. - Traveling via the coolest place in Sri Lanka – Nuwara Eliya, Viewing the breathtaking scenery at little Adam's peak - Visiting The Udawalawe National Park which is the only place in the world

Explore the fortified city of Galle on a 4-hour bike tour, led by a local guide. Designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, the Old Town of Galle and its fortifications were built by the Portuguese who arrived in the 16th century. Explore this administrative capital and fourth largest city of Sri Lanka as you pedal along a seaside path and view area attractions such as shipping warehouses, churches, temples, the clock tower and lighthouse.

Sigiriya and Dambulla are among the most visited tourist attractions in the world. They have been nominated as UNESCO World Heritage and once Sigiriya was nominated as the 8th Wonder of the World. If you love to explore rich ancient culture and heritage, this tour is an ideal option for you. Architectural design, ancient paintings, water gardens and amazing views will give you a memorable experience with a great photographic opportunity.

Discover a few of Sri Lanka’s most important sights on this full-day tour to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a safari in Minneriya National Park, and a village tour. With a private guide, take guided tours of the sights and learn about their importance to Sri Lankan culture, plus enjoy a local lunch. Your guide provides context about the history of the sights and points out the unique architecture.

Spend four memorable days on a cultural tour of Sri Lanka with a variety of sightseeing activities. Visit the Golden Temple of Dambulla, bicycle around the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, tour Sigiriya Rock Fortress and see the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) — all UNESCO World Heritage sites. Your comprehensive itinerary includes a jungle trek, tuk-tuk transport and an ox-cart ride in a rural village. Includes 3-star hotels with daily breakfast.

Take the stress out of planning your Sri Lanka vacation by booking this convenient 6-night private package, with transfers and half-board accommodation at two great-value price points. Hit cultural highlights including four UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, the heritage city of Kandy, and Galle old town—and enjoy activities from white-water rafting to tea tours. Entrance and activity fees are at your own expense.

This 5-night private tour offers the perfect introduction for first-time visitors to Sri Lanka. Your customizable itinerary includes four UNESCO World Heritage sites: the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Golden Temple of Dambulla and Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic) in Kandy. Visit a tea plantation, the New Ranweli Spice Garden and the Royal Botanic Gardens, plus enjoy a scenic train journey from Peradeniya to Nanuoya. Includes round-trip private transport from Bandaranaike International Airport or your hotel in Colombo, Mount Lavinia or Negombo.

As both a major center of Buddhism in Sri Lanka and a former capital, Anuradhapura offers rich history and culture. Explore its attractions and ruins on a private guided tour, revealing the significance of each site and offering insights to help you make the most of your visit.

Explore the cave temple complexes at Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide and head to Dambulla Cave Temple. After some time there, continue to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and admire the lion-shaped rocks and cave temples. At the end of the day, return to your hotel.

Explore the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya with ease on this guided full-day tour. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a comfortable vehicle and make your way to the Sigiriya area. Accompanied by your guide, learn about the history of the area and visit Dambulla Cave Temple, Matale Hindu Temple, the Spice Garden, and more.

Spend a day discovering Galle Fort and nearby attractions without the inconveniences of trains, buses, or cabs. After morning pickup at select southern towns, travel comfortably by private air-conditioned vehicle, with stop-offs to take in the cobbled streets, ramparts, and lighthouse at Galle Fort, and places you might not come across alone, like ocean viewpoints, a turtle sanctuary, and a tea plantation. Your driver-guide provides detail and commentary along the way: a bonus absent if exploring independently.

Experience some of Sri Lanka’s best highland scenery on a private half-day Little Adam’s Peak and Nine Arches guided hike from Ella. Climb through tea plantations to the top of Little Adam’s Peak and enjoy the sweeping views over the island’s hill country. Then, cross the Nine Arches rail viaduct to Demodara, where a colonial-era station house presides over a looping track. A relatively easy hike with a stop for breakfast (own expense) on route.

On this full-day tour, you’ll visit four of the region’s most highly rated attractions. See centuries-old Buddhist cave temples in UNESCO-listed Dambulla, climb to the top of the lion-shaped rock fortress of Sigiriya, and brave a much more strenuous hike to the summit of Pidurangala, a massive rock formation. You’ll also visit an elephant orphanage for a close-up peek at the larger-than-life rescues.

Discover Sri Lanka’s alluring southwest coast and Galle on a private day trip from Colombo. Drive along the coastal expressway and enjoy a boat ride around the wildlife-rich mangroves of the River Madhu. Later, choose to take a glass-bottom boat ride or snorkel, dive or surf at coral-ringed Hikkaduwa beach before a visit to historical Galle. Visit the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, built by the Dutch in the 1600s, and explore its cobbled lanes filled with shops and colonial buildings.

Experience the beauty of Sri Lanka on this eight day organized tour where you’ll visit national parks, ancient sites, beaches, the hill country, and much more. Your guide will arrange everything, so you can just enjoy the country. You’ll be greeted at the airport, and then you’ll be on your way to Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Yala National Park, Mirissa, and more.

Make the most out of your visits to the Dambulla Cave Temples and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress on this full-day guided tour. Planning an excursion that checks off both of these important must-sees could be stressful, but traveling with a guide and private round-trip transportation makes it easy. Learn about the history of the ancient rock fortress was built by King Kasyapa and explore the Royal Gardens, then visit Cave of the Divine King Devaraja Lena and other highlights of the cave temples. Along the way, listen to your guide's in-depth commentary to learn much more than you would exploring on your own.

Explore the Ancient Wonders of Polonnaruwa with Aaliya Tours! Join Aaliya Tours on a captivating day trip to Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle and an expert driver, knowledgeable in both local history and safe travel. Visit iconic landmarks such as Gala Vihara, Lankatilaka Temple, Polonnaruwa Ruins, and the Archaeological Museum, where you'll discover the ancient splendor of this once-mighty kingdom. After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, continue exploring Rankot Vihara, Tivanka Image House, and Thuparama Gedige. This affordable, personalized tour offers a rich cultural experience, bringing history to life without compromising comfort or safety. Book now for a day full of adventure and discovery in Sri Lanka’s ancient heartland!

Experience the beauty of Sri Lanka on this whistlestop 7-day private tour. Taking you from the airport through the jungle-studded hills and rolling tea plantations of the Central Highlands and picture-perfect tropical beaches, this transport-only tour is a great way to maximize your time in the country. You’ll also enjoy the freedom to customize your itinerary and choose your own accommodation and activities with the support of your English-speaking driver.