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Best Day Trips from Colombo

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Sigiriya Lion rock
12h to 14h

From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari

Climbing a rock - if you’re in good shape and don’t stop to look at things, it’ll take you less than 30 minutes to climb all the way to the top of the rock.

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From $70 a person
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8h to 10h

Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Day Trip From Colombo & Negombo

This tour covers the best part of Sri Lanka’s South Coast.

  • 4.5★ · 140 reviews
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From $85 a person
sigiriya
9h to 12h

Private Trip to Sigiriya, Dambulla & safari from Colombo/ Negombo

Sigiriya today is a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site.

  • 4.7★ · 57 reviews
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From $68 a person
Stilt fishermen in koggala
5h to 11h

Day trips to Galle from colombo Visiting Its Highlights

It presents an excellent occasion to visit one of the limited UNESCO World Heritage sites in Sri Lanka and spend valuable time there.

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From $80 a person
10h to 12h

Kandy Day Tour From Colombo

Experience Sri Lanka’s historic hill capital, Kandy, on a full-day excursion from Colombo.

  • 4.7★ · 50 reviews
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From $70 a person
12h

Galle day tour - Colombo to Galle trip - All Included

Experience the vibrant charm of Galle on this immersive 12-hour tour.

  • 4.8★ · 97 reviews
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From $120 a person
9h to 10h

Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle from Colombo/Negombo

Your Tour will cover the highlights of Sri Lanka’s south coast on this day trip from Colombo, Negombo.

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From $65 a person
1h

Private Transfer from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Colombo

You can relax in this private transfer from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and Colombo City( 1 to 15).

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From $18 a person
VEHICLE
05 to 7 hrs

Pinnawala private day trip from colombo or negombo

your chauffeur guide meet you at the hotel or any location and drive to pinnawala ape gama traditianal style of village.

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From $68 a person
12h to 14h

Sigiriya Day Trip from Colombo: Lion Rock, Dambulla Cave Temple

Visit Sigiriya Rock Forest and Golden Temple of Dambulla on a day tour from Colombo.

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From $65 a person
10h to 13h

Luxury Day Trip from Colombo to Pinnawala and Kandy Highlights

Experience the best of Kandy and central Sri Lanka on this private, personalized tour designed for comfort, convenience, and authentic cultural discovery.

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From $130 a person
Colombo
6h

Colombo City Day Tour

Join our 6-hour Colombo tour to visit the city's must-see attractions, including the stunning Kelaniya Temple, Gangarama Temple, and Seema Malaka Temple.

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From $85 a person
STILT FISHING In Galle
10h

Galle Day Trip With Stilt fishing Experience From Colombo

You will be pick up from your hotel and move to Heritage city of Galle by comfortable air conditioned vehicle.

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From $66 a person
pidurangala
11h to 13h

Day Tour from Colombo to Sigiriya, Dambulla & Polonnaruwa

Forget transport worries and experience three Sri Lanka highlights in one easy day trip on this private tour from Colombo or Negombo.

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From $92 a person
5h to 8h

Day Colombo City Tour

This Colombo Day city tour is specially for Transit guests & who comes to Sri Lanka for business purpose.

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From $71 a person
Colombo City
8h

Colombo City Tour

This Full day narrated Colombo tour will expose you to the brimming culture and history that is existing in Colombo.

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From $40 a person
The Parliament of Sri Lanka
8h to 10h

Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)

This Full-Day narrated Colombo City Tour our will expose you to the brimming culture and history that is existing in Colombo.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
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From $80 a person
Dutch Fort
24h

Galle Day Trip From Colombo

Visiting Galle from Colombo is made easy on this guided tour.

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From $89 a person
Our Guest Enjoying the View from Sigiriya Rock
12h

Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Tour From Colombo

Early Morning Pack Your Breakfast and you will be driven by an air-conditioned vehicle to the mystic cave temple of Dambulla, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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From $70 a person
Udawalawe National Park
15h

Day tour to Udawalawe from Colombo

Sri Lanka has several natural tourists attractions that exude the beauty and culture of the nation.

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From $150 a person
14h

Sigiriya Day Tour From Colombo

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla, on this private day trip with a personal guide — a must-do activity when visiting...

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From $140 a person
4h

Day Trip to Wilpattu National Park from Colombo

Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this private tour of Wilpattu National Park from Colombo.

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From $242 a person
1h to 4h

Half Day Colombo City Tour

Sightseeing in Colombo can be stressful if you’re using cabs or the often-crowded buses.

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From $30 a person
12h

Kandy Full-Day Tour

Your full-day tour will take you to most popular destinations including the Herbal Spice Garden Mawanalla, Tooth Relic Temple, Batik Factory, Gem Museum and the Bahirawakanda...

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From $120 a person