Galle Fort and City Cycling Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Galle Fort and City Cycling Tour

Duration: 2 to 4 hours
Destination: Sri Lanka, Southern Province, Galle
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  • 2 to 4 hours
  • Galle
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Galle is the administrative capital of Southern Province and the fourth largest city in Sri Lanka. Before the arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th century, Galle was the main port on the island and has reached the height of its development in the 18th century during the Dutch colonial period. Galle is the best example of a fortified city built by the Portuguese in South and Southeast Asia that shows the interaction between Portuguese architectural styles and native traditions. The Galle fort is a world heritage site and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Galle Fort, Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

Galle fort is a world heritage site and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Galle Fort Lighthouse, Rampart Street Galle Fort, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

1939 Galle Lighthouse

Stop At: Galle Fort Clock Tower, Rampart Street Galle Fort, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

1882 Clock Tower

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Dutch Reformed Church, Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

Dutch Reformed Church with its historic belfry dated 1707

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: All Saints Anglican Church, Church Street, Galle Fort, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

All Saints Anglican Church built in 1871

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Fort Shri Sudarmalaya Buddhist Temple, Rampart Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

constructed in 1889

Stop At: Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, Hospital St Old Hospital Bldg, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

Dutch Hospital

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Flag Rock Bastion- Galle, Flag Rock, Galle, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka

The flag-man posted there communicated with incoming ships who asked for a pilot

Duration: 15 minutes

Inclusions
  • Bike rental
  • Helmets
  • Local guide
  • Bottled water and refreshments
  • Entry/Admission - Galle Fort
  • Entry/Admission - Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
  • Entry/Admission - Galle Fort Clock Tower
  • Entry/Admission - Dutch Reformed Church
  • Entry/Admission - All Saints Anglican Church
  • Entry/Admission - Flag Rock Bastion- Galle

Exclusions
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Recommended minimum age is 10 years
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Departure Point

Chameera Cycling, No; 49/A Heenatigala Rd, Unawatuna 80600, Sri Lanka


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 to 4 hours


User's Reviews

Stuart W

17 Feb, 2024

Amazing tour. Chameera was an excellent guide who was able to bring us to the local parts of Galle and the Dutch fort, sharing his knowledge of the area and the country along the way. He bought us several local snacks and drinks along the way and it was great fun trying traditional Sri Lankan street food. If you want to learn more about the fort and its surroundings just book this tour.

jamesnI1669JF

17 Feb, 2024

A great experience . Chameera so knowledgeable and interesting . Would highly recommend this tour , easy cycling, lots of stops

Nomad38404455828

16 Feb, 2024

Fabulous day guided by Chameera who was very knowledgeable of the history of the fort and made us feel very safe amidst the lunatic Sri Lanka drivers, all of whom were very considerate of a pair of English cyclists. Highly recommended trip.

watk

27 Jan, 2024

Great cycling trip , lots of information and food stops were good. Guide at the front and back so felt safe on busy roads. Xxxx

282jessicab

07 Jan, 2024

So much more than just a cycle tour of the fort. This easy cycle covered the local area and sights from the markets, promenade, beach, drink and snack at a local place where we had Falooda and egg rolls. Really informative guide and we criss crossed the small streets of The Fort easily on our bikes- it was a super hot day and if on foot it would of been too exhausting. Highly recommend 😊🚲😊

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Brilliant guide, brilliant tour

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Best way to see The Fort

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Cycle away exploring the city !!

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Knowledgable Chameera

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Great day out

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Fun and exciting tour

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