Shore Excursions Colombo
As Sri Lanka’s metropolitan and largest port is on your cruise plan, shore excursions Colombo deliver a range of landmarks, amenities, culture, and history to incentivize you to land. From gorgeous beaches to ancient temples, you’re ready to take an experience to keep you happy throughout your holidays.
These excursions provide an outstanding opportunity to witness the interesting blend of colonial cultures from the British, Dutch, and Portuguese of the region. On a relaxing trip, you’ll see the country’s most popular sights, such as the Pettah Bazaar Area, Town Hall, and Viharamahadevi Park, previously known as Victoria Park, the city’s botanical gardens. You will encounter Cinnamon Gardens, once a flourishing cinnamon farm with 289 acres of cinnamon trees, now a state-of-the-art residential and governmental office hub. You’ll even see the red-and-white textured Jami-ul-Alfar Mosque.
Shore Excursions Colombo - Our Packages
Colombo Half-Day City Tour
This is an exciting trip through the feelings and sounds of a multicultural, multi-religious capital. Throughout the tour, you have busy street markets, shantytowns, and the city life of the war-torn region to explore. We take you to explore Colombo as it is, through the Victorian architecture.
Galle Day Tour
Explore the wonders of Galle and Sri Lanka’s southern shore on a day trip from Colombo with a professional driver/guide. Spend time with the protected turtles at the Habaraduwa Turtle Hatchery; visit the Handunugoda tea estate, witness stilt fishermen at koggala.
Kandy Day Tour
This tour includes some of the most popular attractions in Kandy. The town sits in the center of the mountains of the Kandy Plateau, which spans a field of tropical plantations, mostly tea. Kandy is indeed an administrative and a religious town and is also the headquarters of the Central Province.
Overview of excursions
To have a closer look at the city and know about Sri Lankan culture, follow Colombo on a guided city tour. Indulge yourself in the views, sounds, and events of markets where retailers sell everything from local goods to gadgets. Listen to the revival of the region and the significance of the port as part of the East-West trading road. Take a tour of the markets and vibrant alleys, and listen to the stories of the city’s eclectic history and current. Rest for a drink at a nearby café as a fitting end to a vibrant walk.
For an excellent summary of Sri Lankan history and its culturally rich past, book sightseeing tours to visit the outstanding galleries of the Colombo National Museum, founded in 1877 by the British Governor of Ceylon. See paintings from portraits to painted demon masks, plus weaponry, knives, antique chairs, and the throne and crown of the last Kandian king.
Colombo Shore Excursions – Why so special
Colombo acts as a cosmopolitan portal to the riches of Sri Lanka. This area is a melting pot lined with lights from beautiful hotels, old-fashioned red-colored houses, historic temples, and mosques. Moreover, its rich community has also been unveiled in busy local markets full of vivid spices, delicate silks, and new tropical fruits. Situate yourself in a peaceful setting, Colombo’s shore excursions encourage you to discover the highlights of the city.
Starting with an enthralling drive to numerous famous attractions. At the first glimpse of your excursion, you will see many tuk-tuks moving around futuristic skyscrapers. Then visit little by little old colonial architecture-style buildings, dynamic street markets, and Buddhist temples.
Colombo in Sri Lanka
The biggest and busiest port in both Sri Lanka and South Asia. Situated in Colombo, on the southwest coast of the Kelani River, the port of Colombo is a significant terminal in Asia owing to its strategic position in the Indian Ocean. In the 1980s, the port experienced accelerated modernization with the introduction of Cranes, Gantries, and other modern terminal specifications.
At present, with a potential of 4.1 million TEUs and a dredged depth of more than 15 m (49 ft), Colombo Harbour is one of the significant ports in the world and ranked amongst the top 35 ports in the world. It is also one of the major artificial ports in the country. The Port of Colombo is host to the second tallest building in South Asia and is the hub of several business interests. The port provides exceptional services to cruise operators. The city also provides a broad range of facilities to travelers entering the harbor.
Down South Highlights:
- Ocean facing the urban park of Galle Face Green
- Buddhist temple of Gangarama
- National Museum
- Old Parliament
- Independence Memorial Arcade & Independence Square
- Independence Square
- Beira Lake
- Shopping Excursion
- Shopping at state-owned Handicrafts shops
Best time to visit Colombo
The average temperature in Colombo hardly changes at all. Taking into consideration the humidity, temperatures feel high all year long, with the likelihood of rain for most of the year. The region has much less temperature than others – the fourth percentile for pleasant weather – relative to tourist attractions across the world. Weeks with the perfect conditions are indicated above. If you’re searching for the warmest season to visit Colombo, the warmest months are May, June, and April.
Why us for Colombo Shore Excursions
Your tour would be structured according to your travel requirements and holiday wishes. It could also be longer or shorter based on your expected stay. The normal Colombo city tour lasts from 6 to 8 hours, and your guide can easily pick you up at the harbor. Your tour will start with places that are considered to be the most famous and significant, and then, if time permits, cover other touristic spots.
We have years of work experience and we know every part of delivering a fantastic tour that goes beyond the standards. We are constantly informed of potential updates and are highly versatile to work with weather patterns and work during high traffic hours. Once you’ve confirmed your booking, you may contact us to tailor your tour to suit your unique requirements and taste.