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Excellent
We had a fantastic day and our guide was amazing. Full of fantastic information and we felt he went out of his way to add more to the trip. We really enjoyed ourselves
Galle sightseeing tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- Price from
- $98 / person
- Location
- Galle, Sri Lanka
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Shehan C Tours
Description
It's the best opportunity to see the one of few world heritage sites in sri lanka and spend some time there , not only the galle fort but also you can see few more important places on the way to galle,
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 18–60)
- $98
- Senior (ages 61–80)
- $85
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $62
- Child (ages 6–11)
- $26
- Infant (ages 2–5)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Galle Dutch Fort
Galle fort was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, it was named as a world heritage by UNESCO in 1988.
Sea Turtle Farm and Hatchery - Habaraduwa
It'sa home to disabled turtles and baby turtles, here you can see 4 types of turtles ,
Unawatuna Beach
Unawatuna is a coastal town in Galle district of Sri Lanka. Unawatuna is a major tourist attraction in Sri Lanka and known for its beach and corals. Unawatuna is one of the best places for snorkeling and diving
Wewurukannala Vihara
A 50m-high seated Buddha figure – the largest in Sri Lanka – is a highlight of this somewhat gaudy temple, which is often thronged with worshippers. Before reaching the Buddha you pass through a hall of horrors full of life-sized models of demons and sinners. The punishments depicted include being dunked in boiling cauldrons, sawn in half and disembowelled.
Coconut Tree Hill
Coconut Tree Hill is a beautiful hill perched into the Indian Ocean lined with sky high palm trees overlooking the Mirissa bay. Presumably one of the more well-known hotspots of Mirissa, locals and tourists alike flock to this gorgeous hill to catch a sunrise, or sunset, all while staring out into the vast ocean before it.
Handunugoda Tea Estate
This exquisite tea plantation in the hills above Koggala offers (free) highly informative tours of the estate. You'll sample and learn how they produce over 25 varieties of tea here, including the fabled Virgin White tea, a delicate brew made from the tiniest and newest leaves. Where the average large plantation worker will pick 23kg of black tea in a day, the workers here manage but 150 grams of virgin white leaves
What's included
Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Not included
Lunch
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from any hotels in southern Province of sri Lanka
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
16 reviews
How it compares in Galle
- Starting price $98 is close to the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Galle
Excurgo comparison of 530 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Galle sightseeing tour take?
Galle sightseeing tour lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Galle sightseeing tour cost?
Prices start at $98 per person for this Galle experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $170. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Galle sightseeing tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does Galle sightseeing tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $26, adults from $98. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Galle sightseeing tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from any hotels in southern Province of sri Lanka Pickup points include Taru Villas Rampart Street - Galle Fort, Peacock Beach Hotel Unawatuna.
What languages is Galle sightseeing tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Galle sightseeing tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Shehan C Tours.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
D
Highly recommended.!
The best day trip you could have in south Sri Lanka .shehan is so smart and friendly guy who knows the area very well. He even stopped few places interesting which was not even on the plan. Like stilt fisherman and dondra lighthouse. All over it was an amazing experience, we highly recommend Shehan as a Exceptional tour guide.!
2 people found this helpful
S
Fort ramble
Fort is worth a visit for the history and architecture . A few coffee shops - coffee is average only . But the walk around is interesting
2 people found this helpful
Operator response
Hi Simon I haven't done a trip to a galle fort with you, I think you were mistaken with a review. you can just place this review to Galle fort in TripAdvisor. I hope you will have some time to place it to right place. Thank you so much.
U
Galle and area sightseeing day trip
Randee, our guide and driver was knowledgeable about the places we visited, his English was excellent and he was a lovely fella too, would recommend this trip and this guide
1 people found this helpful
T
Galle and surrounding area
Randee, our guide and driver was knowledgable about the places we visited, his English was excellent, and he was a lovely fella too, would recommend this trip and this guide
J
Must do in Mirissa!
One of the best and most informative tours I went on while I was in the south of Sri Lanka! I learned something new at every stop and the guides were very friendly! I would definitely recommend this tour!
J
Must do!
A very informative and fun tour! I learned something new at every stop and everyone was very friendly, with great recommendations! Thank you!
J
A must do trip
We loved this trip , we saw so much and our guide spoke good English . Think he thought he had two mad English people for the day . Excellent value for money
V
Excellent day!
This would be a great tour. Our third trip with Shehan and as always everything went great! We visited a lot of great places. Advice - order traditional Sri Lankan dishes at a restaurant in Galle, but make sure they are not spicy (it will be anyway).
J
Day well spent
Meeting the owner of the tea plantation and seeing the rescued turtles were amazing. Had a really great day.
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