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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
A unique experience for travelers staying for a short while in Negombo. A great way to explore Colombo at it's best. A splendid way to do a quick round of last minute shopping that you missed out on and see the bustling city of Colombo.
The time duration of this tour is entirely up to you to decide as we are flexible and can accommodate any changes.
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
WiFi on board
Restroom on board
Rs.400 entrance fees to Gangaramaya Temple
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We can pick up from any hotel in Negombo. Please provide us with exact name and location of hotel and we will pick up on time.
We will page for you with your name board.
Traveler pickup
Bandaranayake Intl Airport, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Old Parliament Building, Colombo, Sri Lanka The Old Parliament Building, is the building that houses the Presidential Secretariat of Sri Lanka. Situated in the Colombo fort area facing the sea, it is in close proximity to the President's House, Colombo and adjacent to the General Treasury Building. The building housed the island's legislature for 53 years until the new parliamentary complex was opened at Sri Jayawardenepura in 1983.
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, Colombo, Sri Lanka The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, is a convention center located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Built between 1970 and 1973, the convention centre was a gift from the People's Republic of China in memory of Solomon Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike, Prime Minister. 30 minutes
Independence Square, Colombo, Sri Lanka Independence Memorial Hall (also Independence Commemoration Hall) is a national monument in Sri Lanka built for commemoration of the independence of Sri Lanka from the British rule with the restoration of full governing responsibility to a Ceylonese-elected legislature on February 4, 1948. It is located in Independence Square (formerly Torrington Square) in the Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo. It also houses the Independence Memorial Museum.
The monument was built at the location where the formal ceremony marking the start of self-rule, with the opening of the first parliament by the HRH Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester occurred at a special podium February 4, 1948.
Located at the head of the monument is the statue of the first prime minister of the country Rt. Hon. Don Stephen Senanayake "The Father of the Nation". Most of the annual National Independence Day celebrations have been held here. Apart from a monument it served as the ceremonial assembly hall for the Senate of Ceylon and the House of Representatives of Ceylon until the parliament was moved to the new parliament complex. Currently it is the venue for religious events and annual national day celebrations. 15 minutes
Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Colombo, Sri Lanka The Nelum Pokuna Theatre is a newly built theatre in the shape of a lotus flower which is used for performing arts productions.
Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo, Sri Lanka Viharamahadevi Park (formerly Victoria Park) is a public park located in Colombo, next to the National Museum in Sri Lanka. It is the oldest and largest park of the Port of Colombo. Situated in front of the colonial-era Town Hall building, the park is named after Queen Viharamahadevi, the mother of King Dutugamunu. The park was built on land donated to the Colombo city by Charles Henry de Soysa during the British rule of Sri Lanka, and used to be named "Victoria Park" after Queen Victoria. During World War II it was occupied by the British Army with Australian 17th Brigade based at Victoria Park. After the war the park was restored and open to the public in 1951.
There used to be a cricket ground in the park, which was used for first-class cricket between 1927 and 1995. Ceylon played against a touring English team there in 1927 and against an Australian team in 1935.
The park features include a huge Buddha statue and a series of water fountains. It also includes a mini zoo, a children's play area and a BAC Jet Provost.There are Muscovy ducks in the park. They swim in the lake and walk on the grass beside it.
Viharamahadevi Park is the only large-scale public park in Colombo, and is maintained by the Colombo Municipal Council. Located at its western end is the Cenotaph War Memorial, Colombo and the Colombo Public Library. The Vihara Maha Devi Park Open Air Stadium is a venue for concerts and public events. 30 minutes
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, Colombo, Sri Lanka The Old Colombo Dutch Hospital (known as The Dutch Hospital) is considered to be the oldest building in the Colombo Fort area dating back to the Dutch colonial era in Sri Lanka. It is now a heritage building and a shopping and dining precinct. 30 minutes
Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil, Colombo, Sri Lanka Sri Ponnambalavaneswarar Temple is located in Kochchikade area in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This Hindu Temple was built in the year 1915 by the Indian sculptures with Black Stone(Granite). The temple is fully erected with Black stones and a place worth to see and worship. The will reminds you of the India's Tamil Nadu temples. The temple is based on the human body structure where 9 doors can be found on the entrance of the temple on the top of the structure.
You don't need to pay any entrance fee or for entrance ticket. There are two main entrances for the temple. To keep your expensive footwear pay up to Rs 10/- at the entrance and get the token with number to get back your footwear. On special Pooja days male visitors will be requested to remove their T-Shirts and Shirts.
Before you enter in to the main temple, wash your legs with tap water which is available on the left side of Temple’s inner entrance. 30 minutes
Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple, Colombo, Sri Lanka Gangaramaya Temple is one of the most important temples in Colombo, Sri Lanka, being a mix of modern architecture and cultural essence. Located on the Beira Lake, it was completed in the late 19th century 60 minutes
St Lucia's Cathedral, Colombo, Sri Lanka St. Lucia's Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Colombo in Sri Lanka. The cathedral is located at Kotahena, in the north east of Colombo, on 18,240 sq. ft. of land. It traces its origins to a small structure for worship built during the Dutch occupation 15 minutes
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Colombo, Sri Lanka Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque , (known colloquially as the Samman Kottu Palli, Rathu Palliya, Red Masjid or the Red Mosque) is a historic mosque in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is located on Second Cross Street in Pettah. The mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Colombo and a popular tourist site in the city.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Patricia_M
31 Jul 2023
Very interesting tour and knowledgabel guide, got to see a lot and could take a lot of pictures, I really enjoyed it and would recommend this tour.
Jennifer_A
30 Nov 2022
We had a very interesting tour from Negombo to Colombo with Nishantha. He provided us with lots of information and saw many sights. Nishantha's car was very comfortable and he had water available for us. It was a really enjoyable day.
BeckyC409
24 Apr 2022
I thoroughly enjoyed this tour, it covered key sites in Colombo. There was a good variety and very flexible. Nishantha was very knowledgeable, extremely friendly and good company. I really recommend the tour
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