From Colombo Port: Sout coast, Galle Fort, Guided Tour From Colombo Port: Galle Guided Tour with Herbal Massage

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ID: GYG581281-986318
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Country: Sri Lanka

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Explore Galle and the south and west coasts of Sri Lanka on a guided trip. Walk along the cobbled alleys of Galle Fort, enjoy a herbal massage, and finish the day with a cruise of the Madu River.
Discover Sri Lanka’s south and west coasts, including Galle. You’ll visit the area’s most important cultural sites with a guide, such as Galle Fort, a herbal garden, a moonstone mine, a mask museum, and a sea turtle conservation. Finish the day with a cruise of the Madu River estuary. 
Enjoy transportation from Colombo in a private vehicle to Galle. Stop off at Galle Fort, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site which represents the interaction between European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th century. See its churches, temples, and rampart on a guided tour. 
Next, you’ll visit a traditional spice and herb garden on a guided walking tour. Admire the range of spices used for Sri Lankan cuisine and medication, and learn about their history and cultivation. Enjoy a relaxing herbal massage for yourself from an experienced massage therapist. 
You’ll then visit the coastal town of Hikkaduwa, where you can take a stroll along the west coast beach, with its coral sanctuary and impressive wildlife population of marine turtles and exotic fish.
The excursion also includes a tour of the local sea turtle conservation program, where you'll learn about their projects up close. You'll also visit a local moonstone mine, and take a tour of the traditional Ariyapala Masks Museum.
Finally, stop off at the Madu River for a cruise up the estuary. Learn about its ecological significance as a designated Ramsar Wetland, and the second-largest wetland in Sri Lanka with its 23 islands. Take in the serene views before heading back to Colombo.

Highlights

  • Indulge with a deeply relaxing traditional herbal massage from a local masseur
  • Wander the cobbled alleys of Galle Fort's churches and temples on a guided tour
  • Meet five species of sea turtle and learn about the local conservation projects
  • Take a calming walk down the beautiful sandy beaches of the Hikkaduwa resort
  • Learn about Sri Lankan culture and tradition at the mask museum & moonstone mine

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Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.