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Colombo City Tour by War Jeep from Colombo Seaport

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Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Meeting Point / Location

  • In front of Galle Face Hotel
  • Gate no "A1" of Colombo Port

Overview

Discover Colombo's iconic landmarks aboard a vintage World War II jeep, enjoying 360-degree views as you cruise through the vibrant city streets straight from the seaport.

Embark on a truly unique adventure through Sri Lanka's capital city, riding in a 1942 World War II jeep that offers unobstructed 360-degree visibility — perfect for capturing photographs and videos along the way. Starting from Colombo Seaport, your tour takes you through streets filled with a colorful mix of cars, buses, tuk-tuks, and motorbikes, making the experience of exploring Colombo in a vintage vehicle all the more memorable.

Throughout the journey, you will pass by many of the city's most celebrated landmarks, including Galle Face Green, Galle Face Hotel, the Dutch Hospital, the Old Parliament, Colombo Lighthouse, Colombo Harbor, Slave Island, Gangarama Seema Malakaya, the War Memorial, the Public Library, the National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Theatre, Vihara Maha Devi Park, Colombo Town Hall, the Race Course Shopping Area, Independence Square, a replica of the Aukana Buddha statue, and BMICH — Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. You will also pass through the Attidiya Bird Sanctuary on this comprehensive city circuit.

Tours depart at 09:00 and return by 12:00, or depart at 15:00 and return by 18:00, giving you the flexibility to choose a timing that suits your schedule. The experience is complemented by complimentary soft drinks, street food bites, unlimited Lion Beer, and bottled mineral water, all provided throughout the tour. An English-speaking driver-guide accompanies you throughout, ensuring you get the most out of every stop. The jeep accommodates up to three passengers, making this an ideal private outing for small groups and families.

Highlights

  • You will be starting your tour either at 0900 Hrs
  • Other

What's Included

Entrance charges for tour sites
Pick-up/drop-off from/to Colombo seaport
Free Wi-Fi during the tour
Unlimited Soft Drinks
Transport throughout the tour with world war 2 jeep (A Jeep can carry 3 person)
1 liter of bottled mineral water per person.
Service of an English-speaking driver-guide.
Street Foods and Bites
Unlimited Lion Beer
Lunch Or Dinner
Expenses of personal nature.
Gratuities (optional).

Itinerary

Colombo City Landmarks Tour

  • Galle Face Green & Galle Face Hotel: Begin your journey at this iconic seaside promenade, passing the legendary colonial-era hotel.
  • Dutch Hospital & Old Parliament: Explore the beautifully restored Dutch Hospital shopping precinct and view the historic Old Parliament building.
  • Colombo Lighthouses & Harbor: Take in the Old Colombo Lighthouse and the newer Colombo Lighthouse, with sweeping views of the harbor.
  • Slave Island Area & Gangarama Seema Malakaya: Visit the colorful neighborhood and the striking floating temple on Beira Lake.
  • War Memorial & Public Library: Pay respects at the war memorial and admire the elegant colonial-era public library building.
  • National Museum & Nelum Pokuna Theatre: Drive past Sri Lanka's premier national museum and the stunning lotus-shaped theatre.
  • Vihara Maha Devi Park & Colombo Town Hall: Enjoy a scenic pass through the city's main park and past the impressive White House-inspired town hall.
  • Race Course Shopping Area & Independence Square: Browse the shopping precinct and visit the grand Independence Square monument.
  • Replica of Aukana Buddha Statue & BMICH: See the impressive Buddha replica and the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall.
  • Attidiya Bird Sanctuary: Complete your tour with a pass through this peaceful urban bird sanctuary on the way back to the seaport.

Location

Port of Colombo
Colombo, Western Province
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