What to do and see in Galle, Southern Province: The Best Rail Tours

July 20, 2021 Claudia Navarrete

Galle (Sinhalese: ගාල්ල; Tamil: காலி) is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the southwestern tip, 119 km from Colombo. Galle is the administrative capital of Southern Province, Sri Lanka and is the district capital of Galle District.
Restaurants in Galle

1. Sri Lanka Tour in 8 Days

Go Tours Lanka
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Few places in the world can offer the traveller such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences within such a compact location. Within a mere area of 65, 610 kilometres lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1, 330 kilometres of coastline - much of it pristine beach - 15 national parks showcasing an abundance of wildlife, nearly 500, 000 acres of lush tea estates, 250 acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25, 000 water bodies, to a culture that extends back to over 2, 500 years. This is an island of magical proportions, once known as Serendib, Taprobane, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, and Ceylon. Discover refreshingly Sri Lanka!

Inclusions: Blue Badge guide, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Safari jeep, Entrace fees, Accommodation

Reviewed By jasonz92

My wife and I just finished an 11 day trip with Ruwan from Go Tours Lanka where he took us all over the country in a comfortable new vehicle. While there are many companies to choose from, I'm VERY happy that I went with this company. We are seasoned travelers and I wanted to find a tour guide/driver that was a safe driver, honest person, respectful and a pleasure to hang out with since this was such a long trip. I'm glad to say that Ruwan met all of the criterias. Ruwan spoke perfect English and was an excellent companion for the entire trip (considering the fact that we had to spend many hours in the car together). He had many great stories and excellent advice for first-time tourists to Sri Lanka. He was a safe driver and was prompt but also flexible around our timing and last-minute changes. We've never had a trip where we had a private driver for the entire trip and this made traveling in Sri Lanka so much easier and stress-free. I would definitely recommend that you contact Ruwan for a quote for your next trip to Sri Lanka as you will be in good hands!

2. 07 Days Amazing Experience

Lanka Tour Host
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Visit Amazing 07 days Tour • Negombo Fish Market & Negombo City • Sigiriya Rock fortress • Dambulla Cave Temple • Herbal garden in Mathale • Tooth Relic Temple • Kandy City Tour • Tea Factories & Tea Gardens  • Water falls • Train Journey from Nanuoya to Ella  • Nuwaraeliya City  • Ella city • Yala National Park ( Jeep Safari ) • Stilt fishermen  • Galle fort • Colombo 

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: When you get the Visa you should pay 12$ for Covid 19 Insurance and 40$ USD for PCR Test.

Reviewed By udithako2021

We travel to down south of Sri Lanka with Mr. Nimal Kodagoda as a three day tour on 24 25 26 of April 2021. He was an experience travel guide along with his care driving. We and my family truely enjoyed our family trip due to his experience was beyond the expected level. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the places that we visited. We had a very comfortable journey with him. Wishing him all the very best in his career life. Thank you.

3. Sri Lanka Tour Packages | Discover Sri Lankan Beauty | Private Tour

ASY Tours Sri Lanka
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Beginning in Negombo and ending in Colombo, this backpacker adventure tour of Sri Lanka will take you up into the misty mountain tops, down to the sun coated beaches and explore the national parks searching for elephants. Guided with ASY Tours guide, and a Sri Lankan cultural guide for the whole tour! With ASY Tours - Sri Lanka, you will experience a 12-day tour package taking you through the green and luscious gem of the Indian Ocean, where smells of spices, tea and traditional foods will bring your senses alive. ASY Tours - Sri Lanka includes accommodation in hotels and hostels as well as the most stunning train journey in the world, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast

Exclusions: Entrance fee for sights.

Reviewed By vhn90

Went on a morning safari, and had a great time! It was rumored that a leopard was laying on a rock, but then it dissoparied. The other cars went on to chase it, but our driver stayed put with the rock and closed the engine. 5 min wait, and the leopard claimed up on the rock again - and we were all alone to vitnes the beautiful animal! Saw alot of other animals and the driver choose roads with no/few other cars, so we felt "alone" on the safari journey. Recommanded!

4. Lanka Loop - 12 Days in Sri Lanka

Waves By Tranquil, 160/9 Poruthota Road, Palangathure, Kochchikade 11540, Sri Lanka Feel Free Travel
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Experience the very best of travelling Sri Lanka in just under 2 weeks. This 12 Day backpacking adventure really does capture everything Sri Lanka has to offer. Think safari’s with wild elephants, lush green tea plantations, golden sandy beaches and super friendly locals. This 2 week trip covers all of your Sri Lanka bucket list spots with local village experiences, temples, surfing, the famous train to Ella and much much more!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, All Activities & Experiences, All Accommodation, Personal Airport Pick Up, All Transport in Sri Lanka, Return Airport Transfer (All flights should be planned no earlier than 2pm on Day 12), Private Facebook group, No Hidden Costs!

Exclusions: Flights to and from Sri Lanka are to be arranged seperately. , Travel Insurance is compulsory to participate in this tour and is not included.

Reviewed By Curious67265075276

What an incredible time I had with this company last year. It was my first time doing anything like this before and I was pretty skeptical to begin with. After chatting on the website I felt way more relaxed and couldn't wait for the trip to start. The whole experience when I was in Thailand was just out of this world. The hotels, activities, experiences and all the locals we met on the tour. What really stood out for me was how friendly the guides were. Matt and all the local guides were just super friendly and they really were more like your friend than a guide or leader. If I had to choose my favourite day it would have to be the day we did the boat trip on Phi Phi. We had the tunes going and the weather was just amazing, we saw reef sharks and a turtle which just blew my mind (I have never seen a turtle before lol). I loved it that much I am planning my next trip with the company as soon as all this COVID stuff is finished. Thanks for a great time and making my first travelling experience so special x

5. 7 Night in Sri Lanka Heritage Private Tour

Island Pearl Tours Sri Lanka
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The concept was created to cover the main Tourist areas of Sri lanka in Eight Days. This is ideal for travelers who are short staying in Sri lanka.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, English Speak Guide Driver, Passenger insurance, All Government tax, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge

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Reviewed By PawelD122

Our tour to Wilpattu National Park was well organised. Our driver and tour gide was very professional and friendly - it was a real plasure to meet him. We were lucky to see many wild animals including leopard. Highly recommend to anyone looking to book for a one day tour of Sri Lanka and very reasonably priced.

6. Highlights Of Sri Lanka- 7 Days Tour

Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka Aruna Sri Tours
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Discover the wonderful holiday destination Sri Lanka with our exclusive tour package of 07 days. The tour would cover up the most popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka inclusive of the important historical, cultural and ancient cities. In addition, explore the nature and unique wild life in Sri Lanka by visiting the most famous wild life sanctuaries (Minneriya & Yala National Parks) as well. As a whole, this special tour package can be called as Highlights of Sri Lanka. An exciting seven days tour to explore Sri Lanka at its best with the rich cultural heritage of the ancient cities, cool mountain tops of Kandy, the misty tea plantations of hill country and explore Nuwara Eliya, the hill station favored by the British when the heat of the coast got too enervating. The bungalows, climate and ambience evoke an old-fashioned England. This Tour also include a visit to a spice Garden, enjoy Cookery Demonstration and experience with tea plucking.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off as Per Customer Pickup Points, English-Speaking Tour Guide, Vehicle Passenger Insurance, Fuel Charges, Bottled water- two 500 ml bottles per person per day

Exclusions: Accommodation in all hotels , Meals – Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners, Entrance /Admission fees & Jeep safari cost to Minneriya National Park, Entrance /Admission fees to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Entrance /Admission fees to Archeological Sites & Ruins, Polonnaruwa, Entrance /Admission fees to Golden Rock Cave Temple, Dambulla, Entrance /Admission fees to Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy, Entrance /Admission fees to Udawatta Rain Forest, Kandy , Entrance /Admission fees to Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, Entrance /Admission fees to Cultural show, The Kandyan Arts & Crafts Industrial Center, Train Journey - tickets from Peradeniya to Nanu Oya, Entrance /Admission fees & Jeep safari cost to Yala National Park, Any video / still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit (if Applicable), Tips to guides, restaurants, hotels. Tipping is expected, Personal & any expenses not mentioned in the Inclusions

Reviewed By maxine390

We had a wonderful day with Aruna. He was very courteous, patient and very knowledgeable. We had a very good tour of Kandy and the Tea Factory.

7. 8-Day Private Tour of Highlights and Landmarks of Sri Lanka

This 8-day tour covers Colombo, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala and Bentota with accommodations, daily breakfast, sightseeing and transportation on a private basis. Visit other interesting places en route and you will even get a chance to take a short but enchanting train journey to appreciate the sights of this beautiful country. Entrance and transportation fees will be included on this tour.

Inclusions: 7 nights accommodation in standard hotels, Transport is by air-conditioned car / van with an English speaking chauffeur guide., 4X4 jeep safari in Yala, Safari in Habarana, Village Tour in Habarana including traditional Srilankan lunch, Train ride between Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, Daily Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Bottled water

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8. 13-Day Flexible Private Sri Lanka Tour

Agate Travel

Take this private Sri Lanka tour, you will explore the top attractions that Sri Lanka has to offer. You will ascend the brownish-red Sigiriya Lion Rock, experience a game drive in Horton Plains National Park or Yala National Park, pray piously in the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and enjoy the sight of stilt fishermen.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room, English speaking driver with air-conditioned vehicles., Reserved train tickets from Nanu Oya to Ella., All Government taxes.

Exclusions: International and Domestic Flights., Sri Lanka Visa Fee., Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers, Vehicle & driver during the beach stay.

9. Around Sri Lanka in 10 Days - Private Tour

Colombo, Sri Lanka Lakdiva Travels

Few places in the world can offer the traveler such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences. Within a mere area of 65, 610 kilometres lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1, 330 kilometres of coastline - much of it pristine beach - 15 national parks showcasing an abundance of wildlife, nearly 500, 000 acres of lush tea estates, 250 acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25, 000 water bodies, to a culture that extends back to over 2, 500 years. What's special about this tour is that we try to cover most of the places mentioned above within 10 days in order to give our clients a well rounded and an authentic local experience in the little time they visit Sri Lanka.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Accommodation at 3 star hotels, Guide Fee, Safari jeep and tickets

Exclusions: All meals except for lunch on Day 04, Entrance tickets for religious places

10. My Life Sri Lanka - Private Tour - 12 Days

BTR SL

Sri Lanka, the land with a lavish collection of long history, gorgeous beaches, incredible nature and spectacular animal life, and all of that, is in a reachable distance and with great places to discover places to discover. Sri Lanka Essential Itinerary is for 12 Days: It will give you a great adventure and memories that will last a lifetime. At the end of the trip, you will fall in love with the people and the country.

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Reviewed By F1129KUrebeccas

Our tour started with the pick up from our hotel at Galle fort. Roshan was so friendly and extremely informative. Had a wonderful day with new friends, enjoying the scenery and hiking the Rainforest. This should be in everyone's list when visiting Sri Lanka. Loved the added bonus of Tea factory visit. Guide Wigitha made the day amazing. Although no rain in the rainforest ,this day made the hike a bit less slippery, the flora, fauna and the waterfall -- all made a lovely day. One of our Dreams was to swim under the waterfall, and we got a chance to do it here. Transportation was comfortable and efficient, and the lunch was delicious. Would highly recommend this tour and also this tour company.

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