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Negombo to Colombo: Hamilton Canal Boat Ride & City Tour

Negombo, Sri Lanka
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Personalize your sightseeing itinerary during a custom tour of Colombo, the ideal way for first-time visitors to orient themselves in Sri Lanka’s capital city. Taking a private tour means you’ll receive the undivided attention of your guide, have ample time to ask questions, and benefit from commentary that’s tailored to your interests. Plus, hassle free hotel pickup and drop-off, and air-conditioned transport between attractions are included.
  • Discover Colombo your way on a private custom sightseeing tour
  • A great choice for travelers visiting Sri Lanka for the first time
  • Travel between attractions in air-conditioned comfort without getting lost
  • Benefit from the insider knowledge and recommendations of a guide

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off by an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Boat ride from Negombo via the Hamilton Cannel to Wattala
  • Transportation by Air Conditioned Car
  • 4-5 Hours Colombo City Tour
  • Water Bottles
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Itinerary

Dutch Canal (Pass By)

1

Colombo

4 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • If you intend to visit temples, please wear clothes to cover your knees and shoulders.
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0
based on 3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fantastic

Carol_G, Jun 2026
Great tour and guides highly recommend! Well organised and very informative. We could decide what we wanted to see more or less of .

From $95.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 18 days in advance.

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