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Private Half-Day Colombo City Tour

124 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 124 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 94% of reviewers |
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Colombo, Sri Lanka
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On average, this is booked 14 (0) days in advance.

4 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Choose this tour to get a detailed picture of the capital of Sri Lanka with your own licensed private tour guide. Customize it to match your curiousities like tasting local street food etc.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Entrance Fees
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tips, gratuities and expenses of personal nature
  • Foods and drinks
  • Airport pickup fee 15 USD. Pickup & drop off after tour 25 USD
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Meeting and Pickup

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All guest houses, homestay units and AirBnB.

What To Expect

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Old Parliament Building (pass by)

Old parliament building
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Beira Lake (pass by)

A lake in the heart of Colombo
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Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

The mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Colombo and a popular tourist site in the city.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

Gangaramaya Buddist Temple
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Pettah

The chaotic Pettah markets definitely worth a visit to see the ordinary disorderliness
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

Now a shopping area
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pettah Floating Market (pass by)

A floating market
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New Kathiresan Kovil

Hindu Kovil
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

St Lucia's Cathedral

This 1887 built enormous cathedral is Sri Lanka's biggest church. The cathedral's outer looks are inspired by St. Peter's in Rome.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Premadasa & Co. (Jewellers) Ltd

Gem & souvenir shop
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Kathiresan Temple

Hindu Kovil
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please advise TOUR START TIME you prefer would like to secure at the time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Half-Day Colombo City Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+0530). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-17652P21

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Average 4.75 out of 5 stars based on 124 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Entrance Fees
  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Tips, gratuities and expenses of personal nature
  • Foods and drinks
  • Airport pickup fee 15 USD. Pickup & drop off after tour 25 USD
  • Colombo City Tour
  • Port entrance fee $ 20 USD per tour payable directly to the guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please advise TOUR START TIME you prefer would like to secure at the time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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