Galle Private Day Trip

Discover one of Sri Lanka's most spectacular destinations on this private tour of Galle: explore the fortified city with your exclusive English-speaking guide.

Galle Private Day Trip

You will be picked up from your accommodation at 7 am and travel to Galle, a historic city on Sri Lanka's southern coast. Upon arrival, a guided tour will include the Galle Fort, one of Asia's oldest fortresses and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, originally built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later fortified by the Dutch, showcasing well-preserved ramparts.

You will visit local beaches and a turtle sanctuary, observing traditional stilt fishing practiced by locals along the coastline. Additionally, you will tour the Tsunami Museum to learn about the devastating events of 2004. Also included in the itinerary are visits to the Moonstone mines, where the gemstone is excavated, and a herb and spice garden to experience Sri Lankan cuisine.

The tour concludes with your return to Colombo around 7 pm.

Personalise your tour

This is a private tour, allowing for itinerary modifications to suit your interests. Indicate preferences during reservation. Entrance fees to monuments and sites visited are not included in the tour price; fees must be paid for entry on the day of the tour.