Galle: Dutch Fort Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG811025-1292847
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore the historic Galle Dutch Fort on a guided walking tour. Learn about the fort's history and its cultural influences from your guide.
Join a walking tour of Galle Dutch Fort, where history comes alive in vibrant hues beyond mere dates and facts. Follow your expert local guide through the fort's ancient walls, revealing the rich tapestry of its colonial past.
Immerse yourself in the Dutch, Portuguese, and British eras, bringing their stories to life through engaging anecdotes and insightful discussions. As you wander past the fort’s stunning bastions and architectural marvels, delve into the unique cultural influences that shaped this historic gem.
From intriguing architectural details to the tantalizing local cuisine, this tour offers a multi-sensory exploration of Galle. Discover the fort’s secrets, taste its flavors, and engage with its diverse heritage in a journey that transcends time and place.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the historic Galle Dutch Fort
- Learn about the fort's history and its cultural influences from your guide
- Discover the architectural marvels and bastions of the fort
- Engage with the diverse heritage of the fort in a journey that transcends time
- Taste the tantalizing local cuisine and discover the fort’s secrets
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Bring a hat and sunscreen for protection
Stay hydrated - bring a water bottle
Be prepared for varying weather conditions
Respect the local customs and regulations..Additionally keep some fabrics to cover your shoulder & knees since we will finish the tour from the Buddhist temple and we have to be prepared before entering the temple.
Meeting point will be the Old Gate Entrance (you can see the British coat of arms above the entrance)..search for “Hall De Galle” in maps which is near the Old Gate.
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.