Tuk-tuk ride in inner streets of Colombo is like a real-life video game. Because that’s what it feels like to navigate Colombo by tuk tuk! Head down narrow streets, past monuments, and into some of the city’s most significant spots, exploring the way locals get around by tuk tuk! You won’t see this side of Colombo on your own!

Your private Colombo trip in small-groups of 02-03 passengers in tuk tuk   kicks off with a brief walk through the heart of the city and its old colonial buildings. After a quick brief description of history from your local guide, it’ll be time to hop in to  tuk tuk and hit the road! It’s one of the best ways to see a lot of Colombo in a little bit of time and all from a local perspective .

Our first stop will be near the Colombo harbor. Swing past the President’s House, the Fort Clock Tower, and the Colombo Lighthouse. From there,  pass through Chatham Street, which keeps adding new restaurants, pubs, and bars to its scene. This section of Colombo is particularly fascinating as it was closed to the public for more than 30 years due to civil war and security considerations. We’ll stop briefly in front of the former passenger terminal gate in the Colombo harbour before moving on to the heart of the trading district in Colombo  the busy streets of Pettha.

Hop off the tuk tuk and spend 20-30 minutes exploring the busy streets of Pettah, from the Red Mosque to the market stalls. Meander around, sampling local food and drinks, or shopping in the colourful shops of the market .

Back into your  tuk tuks, continue navigating through the narrow streets of Pettah has been likened to a video game; it’s nonstop dodging people, buses, lorries, bullock carts, bikes, other tuk tuks, porters with their loaded chariots. You will smell scents of fruits , sweets , vegetables, fuel , garbage everything at once in your noses the noises of  screaming venders , and nonstop honking of vehicles. Amazing all together it would give you unforgettable memories .

Next stop at Wolvendaal Church, which at more than 360 years old is the oldest Dutch reformed church in Sri Lanka, one of the most significant reminders of the various colonial occupations throughout Sri Lanka’s history. Walk through the church, filled with old tombstones of Dutch governors and maybe even talk to the keeper of the

Church to better understand its history and current issues .

Our tuk tuk tour of Colombo continues along to the Captain’s Garden Hindu Temple, the Sri Kaileshwarm Kovil, and the main place of worship for the many Hindus of Colombo. Walk around the temple, marveling at the colourful paintings and murals, talk to devotees, and witness a special blessing if you are in the temple during the ‘pooja’ ceremony time .Back in the tuk tuks, we’ll set off for Independence Square, where Sri Lanka claimed independence from the British in 1948. The monument and park here are of great significance to Sri Lankans.

Our last stop of the day will be the famous Gangaramaya Temple. This temple complex is situated near the Beira Lake and one of the most beautiful Buddhist temples in Colombo. . The temple is most attracted by its museum with huge collections of treasures like Ivory, gold , silver , diamonds statues  old Ola  leaf manuscripts  and the valuable antiques. Inner walls of temple are covered with many painting which are depicting the life of Lord Buddha.

Before leaving you can spend few minutes to visit ‘Sima Malaka’ site to take few photos to make your journey memorable.

Before ending the tour you can have free time in hospital street to walk around and enjoy free shopping.

INCLUSIONS

• Local English-speaking guide
• Tuk Tuk fare
• Bottled water
• Taste of King Coconut.
• Entrance permission & fees to Gangarama Temple & Hindu Temple .

EXCLUSIONS

• Food and drink
• Items of personal nature
• Gratuities