Southern Coast Highlights from Colombo Seaport
ID: GYG714049-1165532
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover the Handunugoda Tea Factory and the Fort of Galle on a guided tour. Learn about the history of the fort and its importance from a local resident.
Discover the highlights of the southern coast of Sri Lanka on a private tour from Colombo. Visit the Handunugoda Tea Factory, one of the only tea factories in Sri Lanka located close to the beach. Then, explore the Fort of Galle with a local guide.
Begin your tour with a visit to the Handunugoda Tea Factory, the only tea estate and factory in the coastal belt of Sri Lanka. Learn about the artisanal production of luxury teas, including the Signature Virgin White, Ceylon Souchong, Saphire Oolong, and Flowery Cammellia.
Next, head to the Fort of Galle, a fortification first built by the Portuguese on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. Learn about the extensive modifications made by the Dutch in the 17th century, making it one of the most important archaeological, architectural, and historic monuments in the country.
Explore the fort's ramparts and parts of the original town that have importance. Enjoy an original experience with a local resident whose family has lived and worked in Galle for generations.
Highlights
- Discover the Handunugoda Tea Factory, one of the only tea factories in Sri Lanka
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Fort of Galle, its ramparts, and the original town
- Learn about the history of the fort and its importance from a local resident
- See the only tea factory in the coastal belt of Sri Lanka, surrounded by forest
- Savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy a bottle of water
Guiding languages
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.
