Shore Excursion Colombo City Tour Highlights
5
Shore Excursion Colombo City Tour Highlights
By Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka
What is Travellers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
About
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 1-99
Duration: 4–5 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
More
- Port pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking chauffeur
- Air-condition Vehicle (Car or Van)
- Bottled water
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Start:Traveller pickup offered.Pickup details
- Walk out of your Cruise Ship and look for our Kingfisher Representative who will be holding a small sign board
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Port of Colombo, 19 Chaithya Rd, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 104893P14- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking : ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 104893P14
From
£40.37
per adult
Select date and travellers
Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more.
Similar experiences
About the operator
Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
- G9835FPmichellem0 contributionsTuk tuks in ColomboThere were a group of 8 of us and I booked the tuk tuk trip before travelling. My husband is a wheelchair user so we also hired another tuk tuk for this to be driven around for us. Althaf Was our driver and he was knowledgable, good fun and lovely to have as a guide. He made our tour interesting and fun and listened to what we wanted to do, instead of insisting on a set itinerary that some companies insist of making you complete (jewellery shops, fabric shops etc). He fully appreciated the limitations of my husband and respected the fact that, at times, he didn’t want to fully explore at a stop off but I did. He balanced this incredibly well. Our wheelchair was well cared for in the other tuk tuk and we arrived back at the port in plenty of time for our cruise departure time. I’d thoroughly recommend this tour.Written 14 February 2025
- 583gayank0 contributionsGood ServiceGood Service Great information about the country, where to go and what you should not miss! He speaks very good English and answered all of my family’s questions.Written 11 February 2025
- Traceylasz0 contributionsAwesome tour guidesOur guides, Althaf and Ruhuman, were exceptional. They drove us from Colombo to Sigiriya to Kandy to Nurawa Eliya to Ella and back to Colombo and they did so under challenging driving conditions and always with amazing skills, good spirits, kindness and care for us. We are so grateful for them. We saw so much and we had an incredible experience thanks to these two wonderful guides. We will remember them and our fantastic time in beautiful Sri Lanka forever.Written 9 February 2025
- lndf0 contributionsNice experienceWonderful experience with this team. They were very flexible for all our needs and requirements along the tour. Our guide Harish was so kind and knowledgable about his country. We really enjoyed the tour and will not hesitate to book them again and againWritten 29 January 2025
- anacholita0 contributionsWarm and personalized treatmentWarm and friendly drivers. Went out of their way to make our journey unique and wonderful. They even went and got medicine when I got sick. Remember to bring cash with you as some places dont take cards.Written 28 January 2025
- pauld6430 contributionsSri Lanka 2025My wife and i booked a 16 day holiday with Secret Escapes to Sri Lanka in January 2025.We had already been to India and South Africa with them so was looking forward to it.Well it lived up to our expectations.What a lovely country and wonderful people.We crammed a lot of sight seeing over the two weeks and stayed at lovely hotels.A special mention of thanks to our driver Felix Fernando.What a star.He drove us all over the island and told us the history of all the places we visited.He told us about trees ,plants and wildlife.I doubt if any knows more about Sri Lanka than Felix.I would definitely recommend Sri Lanka to visit.Ask for Felix to be your driver. Liz &Paul,ScotlandWritten 23 January 2025
- Rakesh R S0 contributionsBest tour everWonderful tour operator. It is a private tour. Very affordable and the driver was very friendly. The manager who manages this is kind and helpful. Definitely recommended. Right from pickup to drop at the hotel was smoothly planned and executed.Written 10 January 2025
- juanmesa00550 contributionsGreat tourGreat tour but short , Kingsfisher tours made everything wonderful on this trip . We would love to hire them again for our next trip to Sri Lanka . Very much recommended.Written 30 December 2024
- Bucketlisttraveler450 contributionsA Paradise To Remember !We are a group of 28 travelers from different countries who joined for a reunion after years and we are more than happy that we choose Kingfisher as our local tour operator. The Hotels, itinerary and their perfect way of organising things really made us stress free and the enjoyment we got in this paradise Sri Lanka is a lifetime memory for all of us. Special thanks to Aashik who organised the tour perfectly according to our needs and our guide Nalaka who is really helpful in explaining the beauty of Sri Lanka, cheering us up all throughout the tour along with singing songs and dancing. He was very knowledgeable and he loves Sri Lanka alot as the way he explained each part we visited and the knowledge of every roads is topnotch. All the hotels we got are highly recommended because of the views, location, cleanliness and staffs who provided and exceptional service for the group during our stay The coach was also very comfortable and the people all around Sri Lanka we met are very kind, this is truly a paradise and we need more time to explore the beauty of this wonderful island We will come back soon again and will never hesitate to contact this company. Highly Recommended 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Written 9 December 2024
- Nadia S0 contributionsExploring SrilankaI recently visited Sigiriya, Kandy, and Nuwara Eliya. The trip was safe and comfortable led by a knowledgeable guide. While we didn’t visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress this time, the village experience in Sigiriya was truly memorable. However, I feel that Sigiriya Rock is a must see and should be included in future itineraries. Kandy impressed with its cultural heritage, while Nuwara Eliya’s cool climate and landscapes were beutiful. The hotel in Kandy was decent, though it didn’t quite match the quality of the one in Nuwara Eliya. Sri Lanka truly has a diverse array of flavors to offer, blending history, culture, and natural beauty!Written 4 December 2024
- Deepakambar0 contributionsSriLanka tour well managed by Kingfisher.We booked with Kingfisher Sri Lanka Tours after reading positive reviews and were glad we did. The itinerary was well-planned and executed with necessary improvisation! We were provided spacious, comfortable vehicle. Our driver, Ishan, was knowledgeable, accommodating, and passionate—making the journey smooth and enjoyable. Aashiq’s support and flexibility in adjusting the itinerary enhanced the trip further. However, hotel selections could be improved, especially in locations like Mirissa, Sigiriya and Colombo! The initial guide didn’t stand the expectations and was sent back, Ishan did the job. With minor adjustments, Kingfisher Tours can offer a good experience. Thanks to Ishan and Aashiq for their efforts!Written 28 November 2024
- Nadia S0 contributionsI would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city.The Kingfisher One-Day Colombo City Tour is an excellent option for anyone looking to explore the essence of Colombo. It was well-organized and insightful tour, perfect for exploring the city, covering key attractions. It combines convenience, insightful storytelling, and a well-rounded itinerary, making it ideal for first-time visitors.Written 26 November 2024
- Sightsee440365777670 contributionsLifetime memory !We are a group of 17 adults and 5 kids booked our family reunion in Sri Lanka with kingfisher tours srilanka We had an amazing experience as everything went very well and smooth. We were greeted with garlands of flowers at the airport and our guide Mahesh was with a nice smile on his face for our startup, the vehicle was big and we had enough space for legs. Throughout the tour Aashik, the manager was in touch always to check weather we are okay and they are very flexible for all our needs. our guide Mahesh was very knowledgeable and polite, he even sang some srilankan songs to cheer us up. He explained every places we visited and the hotels are in a super attractive locations with great customer service and geographical locations We were sad to leave this beautiful island after our 14 days of travel but we will definitely come back soon induvidually or group to explore more from what this island offers. Sri Lanka is truly a paradise and without Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka we wouldn’t have made it !!Written 26 November 2024
- richardmilham10 contributionsCOLUMBO CITY TOURFerose was my driver and guide for my tour, he was an excellent driver and guide, made the tour, with his knowledge and helpfulness, nothing was too much for him, always checking that I was ok and whether there was anything I wanted to see or need. The tour was absolutely great, and Ferose made it so, Can highly recommend this tour, very interesting, well worth the time and cost. Finally a big thank you to my original contact with Kingfisher Tours, who, after a false start, got the tour re-organised,many thanks.🤗Written 2 November 2024
- 23chaz0 contributionsVery professionalFeroze is a great host. He takes care of guest with atmost care. He is a really good driver. Thank you so much for the hospitality. Thank you Feroze. All the very best for your futureWritten 14 October 2024
These reviews are the subjective opinions of Tripadvisor members and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.
5.0
5 reviews
Excellent
5
Very good
0
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Phyllis Rudig
Australia1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Family
Such a wonderful tour well planned timewise. We were picked up outside the ship and the 4 hours travelling in this busy city with these guys made our trip a memorable one,
Our guide Aashik was well experienced and very friendly which made us feel like we know each other for years. His explainations and the knowledge of each places are really impressive
We will come back again in August for a round tour and will never hesitate to use this company and Aashik for sure
Our guide Aashik was well experienced and very friendly which made us feel like we know each other for years. His explainations and the knowledge of each places are really impressive
We will come back again in August for a round tour and will never hesitate to use this company and Aashik for sure
Written 20 November 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dear Sir/Madam,
Greetings from Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka!
It was a great pleasure having had the opportunity to be of service to you in your visit to Sri Lanka. We are truly glad that you had a wonderful tour with Kingfisher Tours Team.
The best part of any journey is hearing that our guests had an amazing time with us! There's no greater testament to our passion and dedication to this goal than anything.
As a Travel agency and tour Operating Company, Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka is committed to provide the best product to our each client.
As a professional and a reputed tour company, we always concern and give the priority to needs of our all customers along with the maximum satisfaction. We do not think twice to go for an extra mile to give maximum service to our clients.
Thank you very much for the review posted on TripAdvisor and share your travel experience with us. It would be great having you back with us for another tour to give you another memorable experience.
We are looking forward to seeing you again and bring you another great memory of rest of Sri Lanka.
Written 24 November 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Helen E
Bricket Wood, UK8 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
Our guide Ashik from Kingfisher Tours was amazing. A careful driver and very informative and efficient. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Sri Lanka
Written 12 December 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Lisa C
Blackfoot, ID5 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Amazing tour, covered the whole city and all of the amazing sites and temples . Our guide Ferose was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. Highly recommend this private tour with Kingfisher tours.
Written 21 November 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dear Sir/Madam,
Greetings from Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka!
It was a great pleasure having had the opportunity to be of service to you in your visit to Sri Lanka. We are truly glad that you had a wonderful tour with Kingfisher Tours Team.
The best part of any journey is hearing that our guests had an amazing time with us! There's no greater testament to our passion and dedication to this goal than anything.
As a Travel agency and tour Operating Company, Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka is committed to provide the best product to our each client.
As a professional and a reputed tour company, we always concern and give the priority to needs of our all customers along with the maximum satisfaction. We do not think twice to go for an extra mile to give maximum service to our clients.
Thank you very much for the review posted on TripAdvisor and share your travel experience with us. It would be great having you back with us for another tour to give you another memorable experience.
We are looking forward to seeing you again and bring you another great memory of rest of Sri Lanka.
Written 24 November 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Marcusfl7368
Las Vegas, NV2 contributions
We saw the Shore Excursion Tour through Viator and booked with Kingfisher.
They are before one hour of Ship Docking time and we are so happy with our guide Aswar who is very friendly and trying to help us in every way,
Aswar showed and guided us explaining every places in Colombo. We extended our Tour for another two hours and started our shopping at Gem Museum, Tea Shop and Souvenirs Shop.
Kingfisher Tours are doing a great job with all their perfect well planned Itineraries and Professional Guide
Highly Recommended
They are before one hour of Ship Docking time and we are so happy with our guide Aswar who is very friendly and trying to help us in every way,
Aswar showed and guided us explaining every places in Colombo. We extended our Tour for another two hours and started our shopping at Gem Museum, Tea Shop and Souvenirs Shop.
Kingfisher Tours are doing a great job with all their perfect well planned Itineraries and Professional Guide
Highly Recommended
Written 27 March 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your feedback on our company,
we are proud to host you and you are a very precious client to us !
we mean your travel and hope to give you the best experience with again soon :)
have a blessed life ahead
Written 28 March 2019
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
richietaffet
Rockville, MD38 contributions
Kingfisher Tours gave us an excellent tour of all the highlights of Colombo. This was our first time in Sri Lanka’s port city and we opted for a private tour. We were not disappointed. Our guide was great and very accommodating as we tend to walk a bit slower (we are in our 70s). Our guide took pictures of us a various locations as well. We highly recommend Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka.
Written 13 March 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dear Sir,
Thank you so much for your possitive review and time taken to rate us :)
we are more than happy than we made your trip to Srilanka a memorable one
we are hopefully waiting for your next arrival to give the same Kingfisher Hospitality Service
Have a great days ahead!
Written 14 March 2019
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
A u able to pick one person from kotte and the other from Colombo
Thanks
Regards
Keith
Written 13 January 2019
Hi sorry for the delay message as we did not get any notification for your question,
Yes we can pick up from Kotte and Colombo no worries :) Feel free to mail us
Thank you!
Written 13 February 2019
Hello we would like to book a city tour for 4 adults on Friday 22 February. Our ship arrives at 7am so thinking about 9am-1pm approximately. I have a couple of questions:
Can you pick us up from Port
Will the car be air conditioned and driver speak english
Can we give you a few places of interest that we want to see
We may want to be dropped at a restaurant for lunch, if so we will make our way back to port
Can you recommend a nice place for lunch ?
Regards Celeste
Written 8 January 2019
Hi we are already replied and your booking was confirmed
Thanks! :)
Written 13 February 2019
Hello we are arriving at 7am on a Celebrity Cruise and would like to do a half day tour, approximately 3-4 hours. As we will be by ourselves can we tailor it to places of interest that we want. Can you advise me on this and where and what time would you pick us up.
Regards Celeste
Written 8 January 2019
Showing results 1-4 of 4
Buy it with
Top rated
*Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.