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A Tale of Two Cities

7 days/6 nights

Private Tour
Guide Price €1,725 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)

Experience the contrasting cities of Colombo and Galle. Start with a few days in Sri Lanka's sprawling capital city before travelling by train down the coast to charming Galle Fort.                            

Highlights:
  • Colombo
  • Galle
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Itinerary

Day 1 Colombo                                
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.                          

Day 2 Colombo                    
Start today with a morning tour of the city by tuk tuk. Visit colourful Pettah market before exploring some of the city's historic sites and finishing your tour at the iconic Galle Buck Lighthouse. After some time to relax, head out late afternoon to meet your knowledgeable guide for a fascinating foodie walking tour. Visit a number of eateries to sample some of the flavours of Sri Lanka from authentic traditional cuisine to more modern fusion dishes.                          

Day 3 Colombo                
This morning discover the city by bike. Learn about the history the Kotte Kingdom played in shaping the future of Sri Lanka and cycle through side streets and residential areas away. Visit historic archaeological sites and a local bird sanctuary before finishing your ride with a visit to the Kotte Museum. The afternoon is free for you to explore more of the city at your leisure.    

Day 4 Colombo to Galle                        
Depart Colombo by train and travel down the west coast to Galle. On arrival transfer to your hotel in atmospheric Galle Fort.

Day 5 Galle                          
Spend the morning visiting a tea plantation situated just outside Galle which is famous for its unique white tea. Later take a shared walking tour of Galle Fort with a local resident to see its beautiful colonial buildings and learn about its history.
           
Day 6 Galle                                
Today head out to the surrounding countryside and discover the ingredients and techniques of Sri Lankan cuisine. Learn to cook some delicious local dishes which you then enjoy for lunch. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 7 Galle to Colombo              
Return to Colombo and transfer to the airport.    

Departs: Daily              

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A Tale of Two Cities

Price & Inclusions

Guide Price €1,725 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)

Inclusions
  • Private vehicle & driver/guide
  • Train as detailed
  • 6 nights hotel accommodation
  • 6 breakfasts & 1 lunch & 1 dinner
Not Included
  • International flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/10/2024 to 30/04/2026. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.
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