Galle City and Countryside Tour in a Classic Car
ID: GYG1371555-2093201
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Galle Fort on a guided classic car tour. Visit a village known for its woodcarvers, see the Wakwella Dam and Bridge, and enjoy a drink of king coconut or black tea.
Begin your tour with a morning pickup from your hotel in a classic car. Drive through the streets of Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire the colonial-era buildings, including residences, shops, and churches. Stop at the fort's ramparts to take photos and learn about its history from your guide.
Next, leave the city and drive through the countryside, passing by quaint villages and acres of paddy fields. Stop at Mahamodara Lagoon to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of nature.
Continue to a village famous for its woodcarvers and the iconic Kandy Perahera Elephant souvenirs. Visit a master carver to learn the basics of their craft and try your hand at carving a wooden elephant. Purchase beautifully painted wooden souvenirs if you wish.
Next, visit a silversmith's workshop to see how silver jewelry and other accessories are made. Find exquisite traditionally designed silver items for purchase.
Stop at the Wakwella Dam and the famous Wakwella Bridge, the longest bridge in Sri Lanka at the time of its construction. On the way back, stop at a village to enjoy a freshly cut king coconut or a cup of traditionally brewed black tea.
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort on a guided classic car tour
- Visit a village known for its woodcarvers and try your hand at carving
- See the Wakwella Dam and the famous Wakwella Bridge
- Visit a silversmith's workshop and see how silver jewelry is made
- Enjoy a drink of freshly cut king coconut or a cup of black tea
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Drive time may change due to unpredictable road traffic
Photography stops on the way can be arranged but within locations with reasonable parking areas
Once you have made a reservation, we will contact you directly and provide instructions for meet.
INCLUDED
- Transport throughout the tour in a private classic car
- Service of a private guide
- Water and refreshments during the ride
- Hotel Pick & Drop
NOT INCLUDED
- Food or Drinks (where not specified)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Expenses of Personal Nature
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.
