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Whether you’re a foodie, history buff, or a culture lover, there’s a Galle private tour that’s perfect for you! Sri Lankans are said to be very rich in their culture and heritage and Galls reflects that culture. There are a couple of lovely places which one can visit in their journey to Galle. Due to its rich history, over the years some great monuments have been built in Galle. Most of the historic monuments present in Galle were built in the 17th century and they say a lot about the culture of the people residing there. The beaches of Galle are the perfect place to visit if one is looking to just relax and enjoy them. The white sand and the turquoise water are beautiful to watch. Galle is the ideal place to visit if one wants to explore nature and appreciate its beauty.
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Additional Info
Duration: 12 to 14 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Whether you’re a foodie, history buff, or a culture lover, there’s a Galle private tour that’s perfect for you! Sri Lankans are said to be very rich in their culture and heritage and Galls reflects that culture. There are a couple of lovely places which one can visit in their journey to Galle. Due to its rich history, over the years some great monuments have been built in Galle. Most of the historic monuments present in Galle were built in the 17th century and they say a lot about the culture of the people residing there. The beaches of Galle are the perfect place to visit if one is looking to just relax and enjoy them. The white sand and the turquoise water are beautiful to watch. Galle is the ideal place to visit if one wants to explore nature and appreciate its beauty.
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
Stop At: Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project, 13A Galle Road, Kosgoda 80570 Sri Lanka
Turtle hatcheries are good for the environment, save lives, and incredibly fun. There are a few lovely ones down the coast, especially in and around the Kosgoda area. The experience for tourists (regardless of nationality) is just brilliant. If you swing by during the day you’ll get to see all the adorable little hatchlings or the older and wiser turtles doing their thing in the tanks. But the real fun is being part of the release! It goes down almost every day around sunset.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Community Tsunami Museum, Galle Rd, Hikkaduwa 80240 Sri Lanka
Community Tsunami Museum is aimed educating communities on Tsunami and preserve the memories of 2004 Tsunami. This museum is the continuation of the efforts of Third Wave Volunteers lead by Dr. Alison Thompson (author of The Third Wave – A volunteer Story and the director of Film Third Wave). This museum will take you a touching journey through science and history of 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. This small museum contains pictures of the disaster, the aftermath and the beginnings of the recovery work. There is a very full account of the causes of tsunamis and much geographical information . There is also some amazing artwork done by children as part of art therapy treatment and education.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Galle Fort Lighthouse, Rampart Street Galle Fort, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Also renowned as Pointe de Galle Light, Galle Lighthouse is a prominent tourist attraction of Galle. Situated on the shores of Galle, the lighthouse makes a postcard-perfect scenario against the emerald waves hitting the fine beige sands of Galle. The present day lighthouse stands with a height of 26.5 meters and was rebuilt in 1939. The lighthouse is an exemplary work by the renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa. It has been listed in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Galle Fort Lighthouse is a perfect spot for picnics and spending a relaxing holiday. Witness the gorgeous sunset from here. The reflection of the orange-red sky is clearly visible in the sea water
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, Hospital St Old Hospital Bldg, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
A centuries-old space that once housed the sick and tired of the Dutch East India Company, the barracks of British troops, and the office of the government agent is now a plush shopping offering leading local and global brands, entertainment and victuals to the travelers who flock to the Galle Dutch Fort to celebrate its history as a potpourri of cultures.Standing in its pristine white glory the Galle Dutch Hospital offers a good combination of shops, restaurants and bars to fill a full day at Galle with shopping and pampering.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna Sri Lanka
Are you planning on visiting a place, which is surrounded by turquoise colored beaches and golden sand? Then, the famous beaches in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka, is just where you need to be. Unawatuna is a small suburban town located in the southern region of Sri Lanka, which falls under Galle district. How does golden sand, turquoise water, coral reefs, and palm-lined beaches sound? Well, these are just a few of the everyday sights, the beaches in Unawatuna are known for. Unawatuna is famous for its 5-star properties, which have views of the beautiful ocean, which will have you smiling ear to ear.
Duration: 1 hour
