Colombo: A bespoke experience to discover hidden treasures Colombo: A Tailor-Made Experience to Discover the Hidden Treasures

Discover Colombo differently: temples, markets, lively alleys, secret places, and tastings are on the menu. A lively and authentic experience led by Olivier and his team
Our adventure begins in the heart of Colombo's colonial districts, where the elegance of historic buildings, old British mansions, and centuries-old churches bear witness to the city's fascinating past. You'll ride along wide avenues lined with iconic buildings, discover architecture inherited from the colonial era, and enjoy a calmer and timeless atmosphere. I'll share the stories, anecdotes, and cultural influences that have shaped this part of Colombo.

Little by little, your tuk-tuk will take you to a more vibrant city: you'll leave the colonial areas to dive into the working-class neighborhoods, where the contrasts become striking. The streets get narrower, the energy rises, and local life is fully revealed. You'll explore crowded alleys, brought to life by horns, street vendors, colorful stands, and scenes of everyday Sri Lankan life.

You'll then arrive at several traditional markets, rich in scents, colors, and flavors: mountains of spices, vibrant tropical fruits, freshly landed fish, and artisans at work. You'll get to try a selection of local, authentic, and tasty street food, especially popular with the locals.

The adventure then takes you to a small, secret workshop where a passionate roaster works. You'll discover the artisanal preparation of a unique coffee, breathe in the aromas of freshly roasted beans, and enjoy a cup with an incomparable taste, the result of rare local know-how.

The route continues through a labyrinth of hidden alleys, decorated with murals and craft shops, then takes you to a Hindu or Buddhist temple, depending on the day's itinerary. You'll observe daily rituals, colorful offerings, and religious traditions deeply rooted in Sri Lankan culture.

To conclude this immersion, you'll head to a carefully selected rooftop, where you'll share a drink with a panoramic view of Colombo. This relaxing moment above the bustling city lets you admire the sunset while savoring local specialties.

Having fallen in love with Colombo and a Sri Lankan woman, Olivier shares his love for this city through his French eyes. This immersion offers you an intimate and contrasting look at Colombo: its colonial history, its intense popular life, its markets, its flavors, its traditions, and the warm hospitality of its inhabitants. An authentic, lively, and unforgettable immersion.

Om de beschikbaarheid te garanderen, dient u zo snel mogelijk te reserveren. Vroegboekkorting is het overwegen waard, vooral als u de reis plant tijdens het hoogseizoen, zoals op feestdagen of in het weekend.

Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.