Galle: Cinnamon, Moonstone, Tea Factory & Fort Day Tour
ID: GYG1186984-1820579
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the cultural heritage of Sri Lanka’s southern region on a day tour from Galle. Visit a cinnamon oil extraction site, a moonstone mine, a tea factory, and the historic Galle Fort.
Begin the day by visiting a traditional cinnamon oil extraction site. Learn how Sri Lanka’s world-famous cinnamon is processed using age-old techniques and discover its cultural and economic importance.
Continue to Meetiyagoda to explore a natural moonstone mining site. Witness how these rare gemstones are extracted from the earth and understand the craftsmanship behind Sri Lankan moonstones.
Visit the Athukorala Tea Factory to learn about Ceylon tea production, from fresh leaf to final packaging. Enjoy insights into Sri Lanka’s tea heritage and sample freshly brewed tea.
Conclude the tour with a visit to the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk along its cobbled streets, colonial buildings, and seaside ramparts while enjoying the coastal atmosphere.
Highlights
- Discover the art of cinnamon oil extraction at a traditional site
- Explore a natural moonstone mining site in Meetiyagoda
- Visit the Athukorala Tea Factory and learn about Ceylon tea production
- Walk through the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Enjoy a well-paced tour with short travel distances and minimal driving
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is suitable for all age groups
Short travel distances with minimal driving
Ideal as a day tour from Galle or nearby coastal areas
INCLUDED
- Cinnamon Oil Extraction Experience
- Moonstone Mining at Meetiyagoda
- Visit to Athukorala Tea Factory
- Visit to Galle Fort
- Transportation to and from the starting point
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.
