The commercial capital of Sri Lanka a blend of east and west. Population about 700,000. In 14th century a Chinese trader visited here and called Kao-lan-pu, and latter its derived to co-lon-bu. Colombo is a commercial hub and bastion and main sea port in Sri Lanka for nearly 5 centuries under Portuguese (1505-1656), Dutch (1656-1796) and British (1796-1948) and since then. The country became independence and still with colonial heritage to memorize the past Roman Dutch law, colonial architecture and many more colonial influence. The Galle face hotel, Grand Oriental Hotel and Mt.Lavinia Hotel still with colonial past. Fort Railway station, Dutch Museum, Wolvendaal Church, Kayman Gate, St.Lucias Cathedral, St, Anthony's Church and Hindu shrines of Muthumariamman Kovil, Pillair Kovil of Wellawatta and many more old Buddhist temples, Hindu Kovils and Roman catholic Churches to visit. Distance from International Airport: 31 km/ from Galle 116 km/from Kandy 116 km

NEGOMBO :

The city is fishing town and famous for gourmet paradise with seafood lobster, praws, shrimp are delicacy and mouth watering. The grooves of Coconut palms and most of the industries are related to them the sweet sap (toddy) extract from coconut flower make strong local alcoholic beverage call Arrack a native Whisky. Coconut tree is a treasure for Sri Lankans. Negombo is Fort city for Portuguese during their stay and Dutch also govern the area with commercial interest. Still the colonial architecture will give the past memeory. More Roman catholic devotees can see many chuches and colourfull annual feast in St.Sebastian, St Ann's churches dedicated to the saints. Distance to Colombo 35 km/to airport 8 km.

BERUWALA :

A South Western beach resort area 55 km south of Colombo, palm fringe sandy beaches and fresh seafood is available right from the sea. Coconut plantation and related industries are plenty. A Cinnamon cultivation is second to coconut plantation .Sea bathing is all year round but avoided during monsoon rainy season. Large population of Muslim in this area and oldest Moorish trading port during Portuguese era and even before the trade between Persian Gulf and red Sea port for mainly cinnamon and other spices, Aricanut/Beetle nut a chewing palm fruit and beetle leaves, precious stones, Gems, Abony.Cinnamon and other spices for Persian Gulf and to Red sea ports. Population about 136,000.

BENTOTA :

64 km south of Colombo. A south western beach resort a sandy beaches to relax and sea bath. A rendezvous of Bentota River and sea ideal for sea sports. The sea is mostly calm. Bentota is a British resting place en-route to Galle and Matara a southern ruling seats during colonial time. Coconut plantation and related industries are many. Population about 48,000.

HIKKADUWA :

A beach resort 99 km south of Colombo. Water sports and underwater delights and scuba diving spot to watch famed coral gardens. Unfortunately the coral reef them selves are slowly dying. Many varieties of fish and turtles can observe and the few turtle hatcheries preserve endangered species. Coconut plantation and little Cinnamon cultivation are major industries. Population 97,000.

GALLE :

Capital city of Southern province as its natural harbour and Famous Galle Dutch Fort. Galle harbor was earlier a Moorish trading port incidentally the Portuguese invaders landed here in 1505 and they named the place 'Punto de Gale'. Nearly five centuries it was under Portuguese, Dutch and British rulers and Dutch built present Fort. Many buildings with Dutch Colonial character. A Coconut plantation is a major in coastal belt.

The tour is designed for individual travel in three different categories (Deluxe, Standard, Budget). However can be priced to suit your budget. Extension to any destination are available on request.