Guided Colombo Half-Day City Tour Colombo: Half-Day City Tour
ID: GYG252337-437292
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Colombo like many capital cities in developing countries is fast changing its face. The journey of your tour will be Highlights of Colombo. Explore Colombo City.
Discover both the modern and traditional areas of Colombo and learn more about the city's colonial past on this tour, from a 100-year-old clock tower to British colonial-era buildings.
During this tour, visit the Old Parliament, explore the affluent residential areas and admire the Bandaranaike memorial international conference hall, a gift to Sri Lanka from the people’s republic of China. Immerse yourself in a fascinating blend of cultures, religions, and socioeconomic classes and experience daily life for Sri Lankan residents.
You will see attractions such as the Sambodhi Chaithya Buddhist Temple, the lighthouse, Red Mosque, the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, the Town Hall, and Independence Square. You may also choose to visit a handicrafts emporium for a spot of shopping if you wish. Get dropped off back at your hotel at the end of the tour.
Highlights
- Discover the best of Colombo's architecture
- Admire panoramic views of the city
- Immerse yourself in the Sri Lankan way of life
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• You must remove footwear and hats and cover shoulders and knees when in religious temples
• A valid passport will be required on the day of travel
• This tour is subject to favorable weather conditions — if canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
• If you are arriving by cruise ship, please use the shuttle bus and meet your guide near gate number 1A, where they will be waiting with name board
• Entrance fees, gratuities, food and drinks are not included
• When you entering to Hindu temple or Buddha temple, shoes and slippers must removed
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
