Shore Excursion Colombo City tour
Overview
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Discover Colombo City with New Eyes. Colombo serves as the country's city, executive, and judicial capital. On the west coast of the island, just south of the Kelani River, is Colombo, a significant port on the Indian Ocean. There, which has one of the largest artificial ports in the world, is where the majority of Sri Lanka's international trade is carried out. On this tour, you'll see the most well-known attractions in Sri Lanka's capital to learn more about it and the locals' way of life. The family-friendly tour is highly advised for first-time guests.
• As you wander the city's streets and experience its distinct atmosphere.
• Visit the crowded, busy cities around Colombo to see the locals' daily
routines, historical sites, and markets.
• The pleasant and trustworthy drivers will make your trip even more
memorable.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
What To Expect
Colombo Lighthouse
Old Colombo Lighthouse or Colombo Fort Clock Tower is a clock tower and was a lighthouse in Colombo. The lighthouse is no longer operational, but the tower remains and functions as a clock tower. It is located at the junction of Chatham Street and Janadhipathi Mawatha in Colombo fort
Gangaramaya Temple
Gangaramaya Temple is one of the most important temples in Colombo, Sri Lanka, being a mix of modern architecture and cultural essence
Options
Shore Excursion Colombo City tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Gangaramaya Temple- Entrance tickets
Wifi access upon request
Pickup & Drop Service by Air conditioned vehicle
Professional & expert English Speaking Driver
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Optional Activities
Entrance to the sights
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Go for the private tour option
Ingrid R,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00There was some discrepancy in the descriptions on Viator. One part indicated the admission to the temple was included and in another section it stated that it was not. It was not a lot of money, but it should be corrected. The guide/driver communicated well and described many of the attractions we were seeing. We asked for a recommendation for a shop that sold Ceylon tea and he took us to a good store that also had tastings. But he then suggested a gem store. Unfortunately we had to go to that store since the other couple on the tour were interested. This is always a problem with a group tour. Next time we'll choose a private tour.
Let Down
Rospaulhatdenrospaul,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Ship was 2 hrs late docking so no one to meet us. Went back on board and ship allowed us courtesy call t office who said they would organise an afternoon tour but only gave us 30 mins to get off ship get on coach to drop us at Port gate 1A. Asked driver to stop there - he drove straight through and stopped way down the road. My husband walked back to Gate 1A no one there. I walk with a stick we are in our late 70s. Had to resort to tuk tuk. Told non-refundable. Never use you again
Great insight to Colombo
Ann L,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00VJ our guide was very knowledgeable and had a great personality. Not only did he guide us through interesting places but was able to answer all our questions about SriLankian history and living there.
Highly recommend this tour, with this guide.
Z4586DKallanr,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. The guide was knowledheable, caring and friendly..We learnt so much about Colombo in such a short period of time.
A good introduction to Colombo
David D,Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A good tour with our excellent driver who took us in 4 hours around all the main sights in Colombo in his air conditioned car.
Just the right trip for the city
Ebby1953,Feb 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good 4 hour trip seeing all the sights in the city centre. Driver was good on extremely busy city. Looked after the guests with care and comfortable van
Great Colombo Tour
Connector12813953103,Dec 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall, we had a great time in Colombo. We arrived by cruise and this particular bus was not allowed to pick us up at disembarkation, so we had to ride a shuttle to the entrance of the terminal. There was a little bit of miscommunication concerning this. Also, this is not a car/private tour, it's a small group riding on a small bus. The tour itself was great. Our guide Dhan did an amazing job taking us to the must-see spots in Colombo. He was very courteous, knowledgeable and accommodating and even helped our group stop at a bank to get cash out for shopping. Our driver was a safe driver and maneuvered through the city with ease.
Great city tour
Scotlandonholiday,Dec 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The city tour was good even though the traffic was manic, the guide very informative and the lunch was exceptional.
Beautiful!
5family2010,Nov 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were picked up from our ship, and had a fabulous day in Colombo, with so much to see and do, it was a small bus of around 12 people and our driver and guide were happy for to request photos stops as needed. Brilliant day, with many happy memories to take home to NZ ( we have suggested that the correspondence via whatsapp should you know to make your way out to the main terminal gates, as we wasted a bit of time to work this out, ended up phoning the whatspp number when couldn't find the group)
Great things to see
mark b,Nov 14, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00We had a good time and saw some lovely sights 😀. The communication could have been better as we did not know we had to meet the tour guide outside the cruise port. The tour guide was friendly and stopped whenever we wanted to get a photo! He only gave us very basic knowledge about the places we visited. Overall a good experience 😀
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