COLOMBO · SRI LANKA
Colombo’s best days out.
The 15 most popular things to do in Colombo. Tuk-tuk city tours, the Cultural Triangle, Yala safaris and the hill-country train, all in one place.
A private tuk-tuk tour of Colombo’s temples, markets, colonial landmarks, and sea views with tea tasting, coconut water, and entry fees.
Most Popular“Shifan is wonderful. We are very happy either way tour”
Private driver from Colombo for 3–14 days. $325/group up to 3 with AC, WiFi, airport pickup, and flexible route planning.
“We are so grateful we found this company for our 8 day trip around Sri Lanka. We traveled from Colombo to Kandy to Dambulla, and all the way back to Colombo with 3 guests in an incredibly spacious van for a reasonable cost. Our driver, Read more”
A private 4-hour Colombo tuk-tuk tour that strings together temples, forts, Pettah markets, and sea views, with tea and a local meal included.
“Hello, thank you for the great tour of Colombo. It was our first ride on a tuk-tuk and it was an experience to drive it through the dense traffic of Colombo. Mr. Hemsan took good care of us. Thanks so much”
Udawalawe National Park elephant safari in a private 4x4 with an expert guide. Spot herds, crocs, and endemic birds in 4–10 hours.
Private tuk-tuk tour through Colombo’s big landmarks, temples, markets, and ocean views, with hotel pickup and many entry fees included.
“We had a wonderful experience. Our Tuk Tuk driver, Ranjith was great. He was very knowledgeable and very polite. He took us wherever we wanted to go including some great shopping spots.. We would highly recommend this young man. Great experience and again another 5 star for Viator”
4-hour private tuk-tuk tour of Colombo with guide, all entry tickets, coconut water and Ceylon tea. Temples, forts, markets.
“We had a WONDERFULL experience with Asmi today. Good driving and excellent guide. Asmi came with us in some stops to further explain the major things to see and make the adventure easy flowing Much appreciated his presence all day Tx”
A 9-day, chauffeur-led Sri Lanka loop from Negombo to Kandy, Ella, and Galle with a scenic train ride and beach time.
“It was a lovely trip, which we can highly recommend. Well organized and with an excellent driver.”
A 3-hour private Colombo tuk-tuk food tour with hoppers, kothu roti, crab pittu, tea, coconut, and dessert, plus city sights for $36.
“variety of food, all was awesome. great driver and guide”
$24 private 4-hour Colombo tuk-tuk city tour with pickup, mobile tickets, and many included entries from Red Mosque to Pettah markets.
“Great intro to the city. You see a lot of sights and it’s fun/easy to get around with the tuk tuk. The gem store they took me to was not the one advertised, but it had nice things regardless.”
Open-air private tuk tuk tour of Colombo with temple and Independence stops, Sri Lankan tea tasting, and traditional lunch or dinner.
“Good half day tuktuk ride around Colombo Our guide/ driver was very good Dinhash Explained a lot pilote and informative”
Tuk It Easy Colombo is a 3–4 hour Tuk Tuk tour from Independence Square, mixing a Hindu temple, local shops, and rooftop views.
“An authentic tour through Colombo with some great surprises & genuinely enthusiastic guides. Would highly recommend.”
Private tuk tuk tour of Colombo with hotel pickup, temple and lighthouse stops, tea tasting, plus included tickets for $28.
“Tuk tuk tour is a great way to explore Colombo! You get quickly and easily to the main sights. Stalin has great knowledge of the history of Sri Lanka and knows exactly which places to go to - the tour has a great balance of different activities and places. My favourite was tea tasting :)…”
Colombo Express tuk-tuk food tour with 9+ tastings: Pettah cheese ball, tea stop, hoppers, pittu, kottu roti, fruit market, pickup included.
“Great experience! The food was amazing and we definitely got a taste of authentic Sri Lankan food! Our guides drove and pointed out historical sights on the way. And the meals were delicious! Thank you!”
A long, well-paced day tour from Colombo to Bentota, Kosgoda turtles, Madu Ganga mangroves, and UNESCO Galle Fort.
“Range was an attentive, kind guide, he had to brave rush hour traffic twice in a day n delivered a fun relaxed vibe. loved the turtles so much!!! n the beautiful lunch spot. learning about cinnamon harvesting was super fascinating!”
One day from Colombo: Dambulla cave murals, Sigiriya Lion Rock climb, and optional village lunch plus a 2.5-hour jeep safari for elephants.
“This was such a great experience! We did a little of everything this area had to offer. We visited the temples, followed by an amazing village tour where we experienced different forms of transportation--oxen cart, motorized wagon and boat to get to a zen spot where we cooked with a very friendly couple. The food…”
The city, the day trips and the long way round the island.
