COLOMBO · SRI LANKA
Colombo’s best days out.
The 10 most popular 2-day experiences in and around Colombo. The ones worth building a day around, with what they cost, how long they run and who to book with.
Two days in Sri Lanka’s hill country and cultural heartland: waterfalls, a scenic train, tea making, Ayurveda, Dambulla caves, and Sigiriya.
Most Popular“Rangar was a wonderful guide. Caring about the people taking part and a very good and safe driver. It would have been perfect if his English was better ( but I know he is improving it quickly) Thank you for the nice trip!”
Ride the Hill Country Blue Train, explore Kandy’s Temple of the Tooth, see Peradeniya Gardens, and tour tea country in Nuwara Eliya.
“I got a completely different experience than almost every other review here. My guide wasn’t really a guide at all but more like a private driver. He didn’t really say a word the entire 2 days to me as he didn’t speak english well. But he was a great driver, always on time, and dropped…”
Two days of Sinharaja jungle, an Udawalawe jeep safari, and the Ella–Nuwara Eliya blue train with tea stops and big views.
“My 2 day tour with overnight stay in spectacular Ella was the best use of my available time in Sri Lanka. It exceeded all of my expectations, I would not have changed a thing. An unforgettable experience that would not have been possible without the help of my expert guide, Sameera. I saw Sri Lanka's…”
A 2-day Colombo tour built around Udawalawe elephant safaris, a Ratnapura gem stop, and Ella’s Nine Arches Bridge morning.
“I did with my wife . It's a good romantic tour I loved it and we really enjoyed it we saw a lot of amazing places in the city and had a great time. Thank h so much wish Colombo travels”
Private 2-day Kandy and Sigiriya tour with English driver, Temple of the Tooth, Peradeniya gardens, dance show, Dambulla caves, Lion Rock
“We had a really good experience with him, he helped us plan the trip further in the country and was attentive to our needs, a family of a couple of parents and three teenagers... we got to stunning places, and the hotels he recommended Read moreAuto-translated”
2 days in Mirissa and south Sri Lanka for guided Galle Fort exploring, river wildlife, and whale watching for blue and humpbacks.
“Il nostro tour è iniziato da Colombo con la nostra guida che è venuta a prenderci in perfetto orario. La guida è stata molto gentile e disponibile e ci ha spiegato alcune cose durante il tragitto. L’albergo dove abbiamo alloggiato a Mirissa era molto bello ed il personale molto gentile! Abbiamo visitato il piccolo parco…”
Two days of rainforest trekking and national park safaris in south Sri Lanka, plus Galle Fort and beach time along the coast.
“Overall I enjoyed the two days tour, however, it is a lot of program for two days. I would recommend doing the activities in three days. The hike at Sinharaja is unfortunately only 2 hours and to truly get a feel for the place, one needs at least 5-6 hours. Udawalawe jeep safari is a…”
2 days mixing Galle Fort walks, Udawalawe wildlife, Hikkaduwa sea turtles, and the Ella to Nuwara Eliya blue train plus tea.
2-day Cultural Triangle tour: Polonnaruwa ruins, Sigiriya rock hike, Dambulla caves, plus a Minneriya safari with a small-group guide.
“Abbiamo iniziato il nostro tour direttamente dal nostro hotel di Colombo, la nostra guida è stata molto gentile, disponibile e sempre molto attenta, contribuendo a rendere il tour speciale. Sigiriya è un posto mozzafiato ed è stato sicuramente quello che ho preferito del tour ma anche Dambulla e Polonnaruwa mi hanno soddisfatta. Abbiamo aggiunto il…”
Private 2-day tour linking Kandy and Nuwara Eliya with hotel pickup, a spice garden, Peradeniya Gardens, the Tooth Relic, and tea country.
“We have just come back from this trip and would recommend our driver Mohammed who was excellent. The roads & traffic conditions are very difficult and he remained calm and safe throughout. Our first stop was to wash and feed elephants - this was the highlight for mRead more”
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