Colombo City Break — Private 3-Day Tour
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About
Discover the vibrant capital of Sri Lanka on this private 3-day tour. Explore the bustling Pettah market, the iconic Gangaramaya Temple, the colonial Fort District, and the modern Port City. Your private English-speaking chauffeur-guide handles everything — you just enjoy.
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Ages: 3–99
Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Guide language: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Ticket type: Mobile ticket accepted
Highlights
- Explore the historic Fort District and colonial architecture
- Visit the famous Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple
- Walk through the colourful Pettah street market
- See the modern Colombo Port City waterfront
- Visit Viharamahadevi Park — Sri Lanka's oldest park
- Taste authentic Sri Lankan street food with your guide
What's included ▾
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking chauffeur-guide
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- All local taxes and fuel charges
- Bottled water in vehicle daily
- Local SIM card on arrival
What's not included ▾
- Hotel accommodation (can be arranged separately +Get a Free Quote/night)
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Food & drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting & pickup ▾
- Driver meets you at Bandaranaike International Airport arrivals with name board
- Hotel pickups available from Colombo or Negombo
- Drop-off at Colombo airport on departure day
- Driver's WhatsApp shared 48 hours before arrival
Cancellation policy ▾
- Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before start
- Free reschedule up to 48 hours before
- No refund for cancellation within 24 hours
Additional information ▾
- Confirmation sent within 24 hours of booking
- This is a private tour — no other travellers join your vehicle
- Itinerary can be customised around your interests
- Dress modestly when visiting temples (sarongs provided)
- Sri Lanka e-visa required — apply at eta.gov.lk (Get a Free Quote)
📋 Private tour — itinerary fully flexible. Below is our recommended plan. Contact us to customise.
1
Airport → Colombo City
Airport pickup with name board · Colombo Fort District walk
- Airport pickup with name board
- Colombo Fort District walk
- Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple
- Pettah Market
- Hotel check-in
Dinner on own
2
Colombo Deep Dive
National Museum · Viharamahadevi Park
- National Museum
- Viharamahadevi Park
- Independence Square
- Port City waterfront
- Galle Face Green sunset
Breakfast included
3
Negombo → Airport
Negombo fishing village · Dutch Canal
- Negombo fishing village
- Dutch Canal
- St. Mary's Church
- Airport drop-off
Breakfast included
Tour details & pricing
Vehicle options
- 1–3 passengers: Toyota Prius / Premio (A/C sedan)
- 4–6 passengers: Toyota KDH van (A/C minivan)
- 7–12 passengers: Rosa Coaster (A/C minibus)
- Luxury upgrade: Mercedes / BMW (+Get a Free Quote/day)
Hotel upgrade options
- 3-star standard: Included in base price
- 4-star upgrade: +Get a Free Quote–300 depending on duration
- 5-star luxury: +Get a Free Quote–700 depending on duration
Group size pricing
| Group size | Vehicle | Price/person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | Sedan | Get a Free Quote + 20% |
| 2 people | Sedan | Get a Free Quote |
| 3–4 people | Minivan | Get a Free Quote - 15% |
| 5+ people | Minivan/bus | Get a Free Quote - 25% |
4.8
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124 reviews
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3 ★2%
James & Sarah M.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
March 2025
★★★★★
"Absolutely unforgettable"
Our driver-guide was exceptional from start to finish. Sri Lanka exceeded every expectation — the landscapes, the people, the food. Velona Travels handled every detail perfectly. Cannot recommend enough!
Klaus & Marie H.
🇩🇪 Germany
February 2025
★★★★★
"Perfekte Organisation"
Alles war perfekt organisiert. Unser Fahrer sprach hervorragendes Englisch und war unglaublich hilfreich. Sri Lanka ist ein wunderschönes Land — wir kommen definitiv wieder!
Raj & Priya P.
🇦🇺 Australia
January 2025
★★★★★
"Sri Lanka will change your life"
We've travelled to 35 countries and Sri Lanka is genuinely in our top 3. Everything Velona Travels arranged was perfect. Our guide's knowledge and warmth made it truly special. Already planning to return!
