Explore Colombo’s hidden gems with a private tour from Negombo. Enjoy personalized insights and authentic encounters with our expert guide. Book your adventure today.
Explore Colombo’s hidden gems with a private tour from Negombo. Enjoy personalized insights and authentic encounters with our expert guide. Book your adventure today.
- Colombo Lotus Tower - Upon entering Colombo via the airport expressway, you will pass by the Lotus Tower, a prominent landmark in the city.
- Sri Kailawasanatan Swami Temple - This 18th-century Hindu shrine stands opposite the Lotus Tower. Hindu temples are renowned for their vibrant entrances adorned with intricate statues of religious figures…
- Colombo Lotus Tower - Upon entering Colombo via the airport expressway, you will pass by the Lotus Tower, a prominent landmark in the city.
- Sri Kailawasanatan Swami Temple - This 18th-century Hindu shrine stands opposite the Lotus Tower. Hindu temples are renowned for their vibrant entrances adorned with intricate statues of religious figures (Gopuram). Photography is permitted with the purchase of a small ticket.
- Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple - After visiting the Hindu Kovil, you will drive through well-known areas such as Pachikawatta, famous for motor parts, and Slave Island, to reach the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple in central Colombo. Inside, a guide will assist you in exploring the temple’s fascinating sections and explain the local culture and rituals. This visit is very convenient. Please note, Hindu shrines have specific opening and closing hours. Photography is allowed at this shrine for a fee.
- Independence Memorial Hall - You will travel to Independence Square via the Colombo Municipal Council building and Vihara Mahadevi Public Park. Your guide will provide insights into Sri Lanka’s administrative and political history and present at the Independence Memorial Hall. If the heat is too intense, you can enjoy the view from your car while listening to the guide.
- Galle Face Green - Driving through the elegant streets of Colombo, passing Kollupitiya and Bambalapitiya, you will arrive at Galle Face. Here, you can visit the Galle Face Hotel (established in 1864) and Galle Face Green, offering a chance to admire colonial architecture and visit the hotel museum. This visit is very convenient.
- Colombo Fort Clock Tower - As you pass the modern skyscrapers and the port city of Colombo, you will head towards the heritage colonial building area, including the Colombo Clock Tower and the Center Point Building.
- Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - Turning right onto the paved streets of the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, you will drive along colonial backstreets to reach the main road, showcasing more iconic colonial heritage buildings of Colombo, including the red Cargill’s Ceylon Department Store building.
- Pettah - After passing the heritage section of Colombo, you will park at the Custom House car park (an interesting experience to see how parking works in Colombo) and take a 20-minute walk through the vibrant and bustling Pettah street market among locals.
- Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque - At the end of the market walk, you will discover the impressive and towering 7-story red mosque of Colombo markets. It is a popular photo spot, especially due to its central location in the market.

- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Licensed tour guide
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Licensed tour guide
- Bottled water
- Bottled water
The private Colombo city tour starts with a convenient pickup from Negombo, led by a highly experienced and friendly professional guide. With extensive knowledge of Sri Lanka’s culture, history, and hidden treasures, the guide ensures each moment of the journey is meaningful and enriching. What distinguishes this tour is its flexibility and dedication…
The private Colombo city tour starts with a convenient pickup from Negombo, led by a highly experienced and friendly professional guide. With extensive knowledge of Sri Lanka’s culture, history, and hidden treasures, the guide ensures each moment of the journey is meaningful and enriching. What distinguishes this tour is its flexibility and dedication to creating a personalized experience, adapting to the guest’s pace and interests while providing insightful stories and authentic encounters. The focus is on crafting an unforgettable, guest-centered exploration of Colombo.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.