Dutch Footprints Cycling Tour from Colombo
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Dutch Footprints Cycling Tour from Colombo
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Dutch Footprints Cycling Tour
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LK77010200: Ride your way to Negombo by a cycle.
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SGD 270.61
Highlights
This tour allows you to view the remains of the Dutch who invaded Sri Lanka as you cycle along the Western coast of Sri Lanka from Colombo to Negombo. Enjoy the Dutch Colonial architecture that pervades the capital, Colombo. Bike along the busy port and through the market of Pettah where thousands of wholesale and retail transactions take place every day. Pedal along the Dutch Canal as you feast your eyes on the colourful birds that make their home in the Muthurajawela Sanctuary. Enjoy a boat safari in the Muthurajawela Lagoon. Cycle through a fishing village to Negombo and see the differences in architecture and culture.
Itinerary
Colombo(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeColombo, the vibrant capital of Sri Lanka, entwines colonial charm with modern vitality. Its bustling streets offer a mosaic of cultures, from historic landmarks like the Old Dutch Hospital to contemporary marvels like the Lotus Tower. Colombo's diverse cuisine, bustling markets, and picturesque waterfront create an unforgettable urban experience.Mattakkuliya
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeYou will be picked up from your hotel and will be brought to the Mattakukuliya Bridge. You will be starting your cycling tour at 0800 hrs at the Bridge. The route will be 60km long and will take approximately 5 hours. You will be provided with the bicycle and necessary equipment such as helmets. You will also have a cycling guide and a backup vehicle which will be able to respond to any emergencies, in case they occur. The cycling route will have regular rest stops with refreshments such as water and energy bars.Negombo
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will ride through the countryside along the Dutch Canal and the Western Coastal Belt in Sri Lanka. While you pass through, you will experience the fishermen lifestyle prevailing in Sri Lanka and might also witness the varying fishing techniques used as well as hear the fishing related folk songs as well. On route, you will visit the Dickowita Fishery Harbour and also a Salt Fishing Village in Negombo.Negombo Lagoon
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedAfterwards, you will enjoy a Negombo Lagoon Boat Trip and explore the crab and prawn catching methods employed in the lagoon. Your tour will be completed at 1500 hrs at the Negombo Fishing Village. At the end of your tour, you will be dropped off back at your hotel in Colombo. The cycling route is a soft stretch running through approximately 45km.
What's included
INCLUDED
Cycling Guide
Bottled water
Back up vehicle
Cycle and Helmets
Boat Ride in Negombo Lagoon.
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks.
Gratuities
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
Address
Negombo, Sri Lanka
Provider
Lakpura LLC
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