Day Excursion to Historical Galle

5.0 (1 reviews) Colombo, Sri Lanka
Duration10h - 14h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, Korean, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Galle is one of the historical part of this beautiful country.Most beautiful beaches and historical rivers. Galle is a jewel. A Unesco World Heritage Site, this historic city is a delight to explore on foot, an endlessly exotic old trading port blessed with imposing Dutch-colonial buildings, ancient mosques and churches, grand mansions and museums. Wandering its rambling lanes you'll pass stylish cafes, quirky boutiques and impeccably restored hotels owned by local and foreign artists, writers, photographers and designers.

What's included

  • Driver and Tour Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Pick Up and Drop Off
  • Food and Drink (available for purchase)

What to expect

  1. Galle Dutch Fort
    6h · Admission ticket not included
    Meet and greet at Colombo International Airport or Pick you up From Hotels in Colombo and head to Galle .

    This tour Includes,

    Madu Ganga River Boat Safari

    Visit a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda

    Visit the ayurvedic Herbal and Spice Garden where all the herbs have detailed descriptions.also you can enjoy 10 minutes ayurvedic head massage.

    and then to Galle and visit the Dutch fort. Founded in the 16th century by the Portuguese, Galle reached the height of its development in the 18th century, before the arrival of the British. It is the best example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and South-East Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and South Asian traditions.The fort is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 423 years maintains a polished appearance.

    All Saints Church

    National Maritime Archaeology Museum

    The Dutch Reformed Church

    The Meeran Jumma Mosque

    The Lighthouse
  2. Madu River Safari by Buddhi
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Discover the unique beauty of Madu Ganga River on a boat trip. A relatively unspoiled lagoon, the Madu Ganga estuary is a 915 hectare complex coastal wetland ecosystem that opens to the Indian Ocean.
  3. stilt fishermen Sri Lanka
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The stilt fishermen of Galle. The south of Sri Lanka is known for its culture and its beaches, and if you put them together you may be lucky enough to witness this fishing phenomenon! Stilt fishing is a method of fishing unique to the island country of Sri Lanka, known as “the Pearl of the Indian Ocean
  4. Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Kosgoda Sea Turtle Protection

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up from any hotel or guest house in Colombo or Negombo

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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