Overview
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Galle is a jewel. A Unesco World Heritage Site, this historic city is a delight to explore on foot, an endlessly exotic old trading port blessed with imposing Dutch-colonial buildings, ancient mosques and churches, grand mansions and museums. Wandering its rambling lanes you'll pass stylish cafes, quirky boutiques and impeccably restored hotels owned by local and foreign artists, writers, photographers and designers.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Flag Rock Bastion- Galle
Flag Rock, at the southernmost end of the Fort, was once a Portuguese bastion. Today it is easily the most popular place to catch a sunset. During daylight hours you may see daredevil locals leaping into the water from the rocks. Numerous vendors sell good street food such as fresh papaya with chili powder from carts.
Old Gate - Galle
Beautifully carved British coat of arms tops the entrance to the Old Gate on the outer side. Inside, the letters VOC, standing for Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie (Dutch East India Company), are inscribed in the stone with the date 1669, flanked by two lions and topped by a cockerel. A section of the fortifications here also served as a spice warehouse.
Options
Day Tour Galle from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
Bandaranayake Intl Airport
Colombo Sri Lanka
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Najlepszy przewodnik na Sri Lance – niezapomniane dwa dni
Ana W,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the absolute pleasure of spending two days in Kandy and the surrounding areas with Laxman Liyanage, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Sri Lanka! Laxman is an outstanding guide — professional, incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely passionate about what he does. From the very beginning, everything was flawlessly organized — punctual pick-up, a well-thought-out itinerary, comfortable transportation, and excellent communication. Laxman shared not only historical and cultural insights but also local stories, personal experiences, and useful travel tips. Thanks to him, we felt we were experiencing the real soul of Sri Lanka, far beyond the usual tourist path. His kindness, attention to detail, and positive energy made us feel truly cared for every step of the way. It’s clear that he loves what he does — and it shows in every moment of the tour. We wholeheartedly recommend Laxman to anyone wanting an authentic, smooth, and memorable experience in Sri Lanka. Thank you for the unforgettable memories!
Amazing Tuk-Tuk Tour in Kandy!
Pioneer24131703393,Mar 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic tuk-tuk tour in Kandy! Our driver was friendly, knowledgeable, and took us to all the must-see spots, plus some hidden gems. The ride was smooth, and he made sure we were comfortable the whole time. Perfect way to explore the city—highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
1 day trip with our guide lovely person, lucky to have him,thank you for everything.
Konrad123456789,Jan 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00That’s one of the best days I had in a long time thank you for sharing all the information and kindness. What a wonderful person
Fantastic tour
elenamU2911BQ,Nov 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was super nice and happy to help either everything during our trip 🙏🏻 we enjoyed a lot our tour and learned about sri lanka culture
The best tour guide we had in Sri Lanka
adva855,Jan 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laxman is amazing tour guide, he took care of all our needs (from A-Z) and kept on adding options that will suit our needs. We came to Kandy from Ella by train (ask Laxman to get your tickets in advance and he will book them for you, it's better to do it than the same-day ticket) We had only one day in Kandy and we went to: - Kandy viewpoint - Royal botanical flower garden - Ranawana holy temple - British tea factory that still works with the same machine (100 years old) - Bahirawakanda big buddha temple - must see! - Epalek viewpoint He planned everything in advance for us according to what we wanted at the same time he was very flexible during the tour and attentive to our needs and desires. I had a flight from Colombo the following night and he also helped me a lot and took care of everything. Fair price, great English, very attentive and caring. Next time I'm planning to hire him for 10-14 days across the island I definitely recommend checking with him before any plans to visit Sri Lanka. Thanks for everything! Adva
Great experience
Dmitry Proskurnin,May 29, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect! It was a good ride from Kandy to Galle with a nice driver. We made a few stops during the trip
Amazing day with lakshman
Farhad vbs,Mar 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very respectful,local guid was ver good,he take we every where in kandy,and many information about Sri Lanka,he has many friend s in Sri Lanka to help you
Best tour guid
AminaSoliman,Feb 2, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kandy the city is amazing and our tour guide was the best. He is a kind helpful gentleman. His name is Laxman Liyanage. We highly recommend him. He took us everywhere in a short time, helped us a lot getting around and finding the best prices and free areas that are hidden gems. He also carried my friends heavy bags long ways. From east to west Laxman is the best.
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