From Colombo & Negombo: Gem mining experience in rathnapura From Colombo or Negombo: Gem mining experience rathnapura
ID: GYG1452043-2218593
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover the gem city of Ratnapura on a guided tour from Colombo or Negombo. Enjoy a scenic drive, visit a gem mine, and see the world-famous sapphire.
Begin your day with a morning pickup from Colombo or Negombo. Drive for two hours, then stop for an authentic Sri Lankan breakfast. Continue your journey to Ratnapura, passing scenic paddy fields, rubber plantations, and tea plantations along the way.
Arrive in Ratnapura, known as the Gem City, and visit a gem mine. Learn about the mining process and even try your hand at mining. If you wish, purchase gemstones or jewelry from the local shop and explore the gem museum, home to some of the world's best sapphires.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and if time permits, visit a nearby waterfall. Finally, relax on the four-hour drive back to your hotel in Colombo or Negombo.
Highlights
- Visit the gem city of Ratnapura and learn about the gem mining process
- Enjoy a scenic drive through paddy fields, rubber, and tea plantations
- Savor an authentic Sri Lankan breakfast and a delicious lunch
- See the world-famous sapphire at the Ratnapura gem mine
- Discover the gem museum and shop for gemstones and jewelry
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves a lot of driving, approximately 8 hours in total.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking.
Bring cash if you wish to purchase gemstones or jewelry.
The itinerary may change depending on the time available.we change itinerary only water fall,all others activity we will do,if we have enough time we will visit water fall ,
INCLUDED
- Pick up and drop to hotel
- Air cocondition vehicle
- Water
- King coconut
- Visit to gem mining site
- Gem mining experience
- Visit to gem museum
- Visit to a waterfall (if time permits)
NOT INCLUDED
- Dinner
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Purchase gem and jewelry (you can buy with your own money )
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
