Private day trip to Galle - from Colombo
1 day
Private
Full Day
Instant confirmation
About this activity
A chauffeur guide will pick you up from your hotel (only in Colombo city) or in front of Dutch hospital (Colombo 01) at 07:30 a.m. and travel to Galle via southern expressway.
Arrive Galle after around 2 hours and move to Galle Fort. Walk on the wall of the fort to see Clock tower,Flag rock, Lighthouse, beach and the sea area. Thereafter, move to the inside of the fort where there are many colonial type buildings which were built in 16th,17th centuries. Further visit Maritime Archaeology Museum, and the National Museum. You can enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the fort. (Your cost)
After lunch, visit a mask museum at Ambalangoda and see how the traditional masks are made in the factory.
Next, stop at the Madu river for a boat safari.You can see some animals and birds on the river bank.
Thereafter, transfer to Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Kosgoda. You can observe how sea turtles are being conserved and the hatchery program.
After that, move to Bentota beach and feel the breeze of Indian ocean while walking on this beautiful beach.
Finally, transfer back to Colombo and you will be safely dropped at your hotel or at the place where you picked up.
Arrive Galle after around 2 hours and move to Galle Fort. Walk on the wall of the fort to see Clock tower,Flag rock, Lighthouse, beach and the sea area. Thereafter, move to the inside of the fort where there are many colonial type buildings which were built in 16th,17th centuries. Further visit Maritime Archaeology Museum, and the National Museum. You can enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the fort. (Your cost)
After lunch, visit a mask museum at Ambalangoda and see how the traditional masks are made in the factory.
Next, stop at the Madu river for a boat safari.You can see some animals and birds on the river bank.
Thereafter, transfer to Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Kosgoda. You can observe how sea turtles are being conserved and the hatchery program.
After that, move to Bentota beach and feel the breeze of Indian ocean while walking on this beautiful beach.
Finally, transfer back to Colombo and you will be safely dropped at your hotel or at the place where you picked up.
Included
- Hotel Pick-up and drop-off by an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Service of a chauffeur guide.
- 1 liter bottled water
- Fuel surcharge
Not included
- Entrance fees of the places visits and boat ride charges.
- Lunch or any other meals and drinks (available to purchase)
- Video & Camera fees, Permit fees.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips (for Guides,Drivers, Porters & waiters),Laundry, medical bills, telephone calls,personal travel insurance etc.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child supplement will be added when sharing with parents.
- A formal Dress code is required both men and women when entered in to Temples and National Museum. Your knees and shoulders must be fully covered by the dress. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
65%
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