Galle Fort Tour
Overview
We first of all in our journey are going to the Meetiyagoda moonstone mine and gem manufacturing site. probably the best moonstone site of the world. After visiting the site you can see how moonstones dig out from the earth as raw materials and how the labourer’s work hard there and they will explain the entire process going on there with you. If you like you can buy those moonstones as well on site.
Thenafter, we are heading towards the Hikkaduwa tourist area and visit Hikkaduwa tsunami museum and pay tribute to tsunami memorial monument there as well. Then after going towards Galle main city and, visit the Dutch fort, the Galle Museum, an old Dutch church and the British church. the Galle, famous for its lace, is filled with priceless crafts and antique treasures like jewelry, ceramics, and Dutch period furniture and brass work.
Thenafter, we are heading towards the Hikkaduwa tourist area and visit Hikkaduwa tsunami museum and pay tribute to tsunami memorial monument there as well. Then after going towards Galle main city and, visit the Dutch fort, the Galle Museum, an old Dutch church and the British church. the Galle, famous for its lace, is filled with priceless crafts and antique treasures like jewelry, ceramics, and Dutch period furniture and brass work.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Galle National Museum
- Entry/Admission - Dutch Fort
- Entry/Admission - Church of ceylon
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Galle Fort, Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Galle National Museum, Church St, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Galle Museum
Stop At: Dutch Fort, Esplanade Road, Negombo 22100 Sri Lanka
Dutch fort
Stop At: Church of ceylon, 368/3A Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka
British church
Stop At: Tsunami Honganji Vihara, Galle Road, Hikkaduwa 80240 Sri Lanka
A 30 m tall (54 ft) statue of Buddha facing the ocean at Tsunami Honganji Vihara commemorates more than 2, 000 victims who perished in the 2004 tsunami.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Moonstone Mines and Gem Palace, Mitiyagoda Front of School, Batapola Road, Ambalangoda 80300 Sri Lanka
The beautiful island of Sri Lanka is home to the highest quality moonstone gems in the world. Gem deposits in Sri Lanka can be divided into two types– the more abundant sedimentary deposits caused by the weathering actions of wind and water, and the less common primary deposits found within the bedrock itself.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Galle Fort, Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Galle National Museum, Church St, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Galle Museum
Stop At: Dutch Fort, Esplanade Road, Negombo 22100 Sri Lanka
Dutch fort
Stop At: Church of ceylon, 368/3A Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka
British church
Stop At: Tsunami Honganji Vihara, Galle Road, Hikkaduwa 80240 Sri Lanka
A 30 m tall (54 ft) statue of Buddha facing the ocean at Tsunami Honganji Vihara commemorates more than 2, 000 victims who perished in the 2004 tsunami.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Moonstone Mines and Gem Palace, Mitiyagoda Front of School, Batapola Road, Ambalangoda 80300 Sri Lanka
The beautiful island of Sri Lanka is home to the highest quality moonstone gems in the world. Gem deposits in Sri Lanka can be divided into two types– the more abundant sedimentary deposits caused by the weathering actions of wind and water, and the less common primary deposits found within the bedrock itself.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Roam17176107279
September 2023
Did a road trip all over Sri Lanka starting from Colombo to Galle, to Weligama, to Kandy, to Nuwara Iliya to Colombo. Sameer was our driver and I must say that he is one of the most accommodating persons I have ever met. He never said No to any of our demands. I went with my wife and we felt extr...
Did a road trip all over Sri Lanka starting from Colombo to Galle, to Weligama, to Kandy, to Nuwara Iliya to Colombo. Sameer was our driver and I must say that he is one of the most accommodating persons I have ever met. He never said No to any of our demands. I went with my wife and we felt extremely comfortable all along the trip. Would strongly recommend him to anyone who wishes to see travel around Srilanka. They’re a photo of me and my wife with him. :)saurava310
July 2023
Excellent service and Sameer is an awesome tour manager. He managed the itinerary very well and helped us in exploring hidden gems of Sri Lanka. Definitely recommend if you are planning to visit Sri Lanka
Excellent service and Sameer is an awesome tour manager. He managed the itinerary very well and helped us in exploring hidden gems of Sri Lanka. Definitely recommend if you are planning to visit Sri LankahenryhN6160CH
June 2023
Patient driver, showed us the best sights in Galle. Very beautiful area, lots of history and wonderful architecture.
Patient driver, showed us the best sights in Galle. Very beautiful area, lots of history and wonderful architecture.