Royal Ceylon Tours

COLOMBO PRIVATE CITY Tour Tuk Tuk

About Tour

Feel Colombo's pulse and discover its sights in a way difficult to do independently or by conventional car on this private half-day tuk-tuk tour. Choose a morning or late-afternoon trip and settle into your nimble 3-wheeler with your personal driver-guide. Then, soak in the city's bustle as you zip to Pettah and Galle Face Green; and stop at temples, markets, and colonial-era landmarks.
• Connect with the real Colombo on a private half-day tuk-tuk tour Absorb the city's buzz and culture in way hard to do alone or by enclosed car
• See the landmarks, from ornate temples to old churches and busy markets
Choose a morning or afternoon departure, with hotel pickup and drop-off Friendly Guides - Tuk Tuk Ride Local food/snacks/drinks Covers most visited sights in Colombo within 3 - 4 hours. No hidden charges Fulfilled, children friendly true local experience, Can be recommended for all age groups Easy to book/cancel
 
 
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Colombo Fort, Galle Buck, Colombo Sri Lanka
 
Clock Tower: Begin your adventure at the historic Clock Tower, a symbol of Colombo's colonial past.
Duration: 10 minutes
 
Stop At: Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Second Cross Street, Colombo 01100 Sri Lanka
 
The Jami - Alfar Mosque on 2 nd Cross Street is painted with red and white stripes, similar to an old-fashioned, candy-striped barber's shop. Its col scheme makes its very hard to miss amongst all the other rather shabby Pettah buildings. Over a 100 years old, the mosque was constructed in 1908. Just inside the entrance, the inscription reads the architect was H.L.Saib Lebbe. A friendly security guard may allow you inside (even if you are a women) to view the washing ponds and the rear view of the mosque's clock tower. Women's are not permitted to go inside the prayer halls our . The mosque is soon to undergo expansion to make it into a four - storey complex catering foe between 7,000 8,000 worshippers at one time. However , the façade will retain its current character. Avoid visiting on Fridays when it is at busiest

Duration: 10 minutes

 
Stop At: Colombo Fort, Galle Buck, Colombo Sri Lanka
 

Dutch Hospital: Experience the charm of the Dutch Hospital, now a lively precinct filled with shops and eateries.

Duration: 15 minutes

 
Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Last King Prison Cell: Dive into history with a visit to the Last King Prison Cell, unraveling tales of bygone royalty.
 
Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Cargills Building: Explore the grandeur of the Cargills Building, a testament to Colombo's architectural heritage.

Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Old Town Hall: Witness the architectural beauty of the Old Town Hall, a relic from the British colonial era.

Duration: 15 minutes


Stop At: Pettah Floating Market, Bastian Mawatha, Colombo Sri Lanka

Pettah market streets are the center for locals to shop everything that they want in different qualities and different prices. The place looks chaotic. Narrow market streets full of locals searching for their necessities to buy, screaming street sellers, tut tuks run all over the place, tons of hustles and bustles. You will be taken through the market streets in our Tuk Tuk on this tour which you will be able to see everything mentioned above.

Duration: 15 minutes


Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Keyman Gate: Marvel at the intricate design of Keyman Gate, a historical landmark in the heart of the city.

Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province
 
Sri Ponnampalamleswar Temple: Discover the spiritual significance of Sri Ponnampalamleswar Temple.

Duration: 10 minutes

 
Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Wolfenden Church: Experience the serene atmosphere of Wolfenden Church, offering a peaceful retreat.

Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Floating Market: Delight in the unique experience of Colombo's Floating Market, a vibrant hub on the water.

Duration: 5 minutes


Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Lotus Tower: Admire the modern architecture of Lotus Tower, offering panoramic views of the city.

Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Sri Kathirvelautha Temple: Explore the cultural richness of Sri Kathirvelautha Temple, a Hindu religious site.

Duration: 10 minutes


Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Gangarama Temple: Pay a visit to the renowned Gangarama Temple, showcasing exquisite architecture and religious artifacts.

Duration: 20 minutes

 
Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Town Hall: Enjoy the greenery and beauty of Town Hall, a well-maintained public space.

Duration: 15 minutes


Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Victoria Park: Experience the tranquility of Victoria Park, a serene escape in the heart of the city.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Independence Memorial Hall, Independence Square, Colombo 00700 Sri Lanka

Independence Memorial Hall is situated in the Independence Square (formerly Torrington Square) at Colombo 7 in the Cinnamon Gardens, this Hall was built for the commemoration of the independence from British in 1940s. The monument was built at the location where the formal ceremony marking the start of self-rule, with the opening of the first parliament by Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester occurred at a special podium February 4, 1948. This Hall is designed on the architecture of the Magul Maduwa. (meeting hall of last king of Sri Lanka) located in Kandy. The column and pillars are decorated with traditional Sri Lankan carvings and paintings. It is being one of the popular venue among travelers in Colombo. You will be stopped by there on our tour you'll learn more about the area and history. Nice place in Colombo to remember your visit to Colombo.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Galle Face Green: Unwind at Galle Face Green, a popular seaside urban park with stunning ocean views.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Old Parliament: Discover the charm of the Old Parliament building, a historic architectural marvel.

Pass By: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Lighthouse: Conclude your tour at the Lighthouse, capturing panoramic views of the coastline.

Stop At: Colombo, Colombo, Western Province

Te testing and experience

Duration: 15 minutes

 

Departure and return

Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
 
Pickup details
* All Guest Stay Place ( Colombo 01 to 15 ) * Bandaranaike International Airport Pick up & Drop by Tuk Tuk or Car - 35 USD * Negombo Hotels Pick up & Drop by Tuk Tuk or Car - 45 USD * Cruise ship passengers pick up location Kingsbury Colombo . (Due to parking regulations by the Tourist Police, we are unable to pick up by Tuk Tuk from the Port entrance. Instead, one of the drivers will escort you from the Kingsbury Hotel Colombo ( From Port entrance to Kings Bury Hotel Colombo 6 km )
 
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
 
Airport pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.

Bandaranayake Intl Airport, Colombo Sri Lanka

 
Port pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.

Port of Colombo, WRQX+FGR, 19 Chaithya Rd, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka

 

End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What's included :-

 

We take you to a local market area where you can experience how Sri Lankan coffee is made and you will taste a one for sure. Also we take you to try famous Ceylon tea at a small shop in the City

All Fees and Taxes

Private transportation

Entry/Admission - Colombo Fort

Entry/Admission - Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

Entry/Admission - Colombo Fort

Entry/Admission - Pettah Floating Market

Entry/Admission - Independence Memorial Hall

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