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A Buddha statue stands in the foreground in front of a lake with high rise towers in the background in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Colombo Holidays


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Sri Lanka’s sprawling capital is a city of contrast, where serene Buddhist temples and colonial churches nestle amid ramshackle streets and rapidly developing commercial districts.

The bustling markets and stylish boutiques offer ample shopping opportunities, whilst there is a growing food scene with an increasing number of cosmopolitan restaurants and trendy bars. There are numerous historic sights to explore and no visit is complete without a stroll along Galle Face Green on the city’s waterfront.

Trailfinders offers a wide range of Sri Lanka holidays and we have a dedicated team of destination specialists who are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Sri Lanka with your own private driver, on a cycling holiday, a sociable small group tour, or a relaxing beach holiday – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO COLOMBO

Nobody offers more ways to explore Colombo than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Colombo holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in Sri Lanka.
A Food Lover's Sri Lanka
Private Tour
15 days / 14 nights

Discover the very best flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine, from rice and curries to arrack cocktails and local ice cream, all whilst exploring the culture, history and wildlife of this remarkable country.

Guide Price: €3,939 £3,329 pp

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A Tale of Two Cities
Private Tour
7 days / 6 nights

Experience the contrasting cities of Colombo and Galle.

Guide Price: €1,389 £1,219 pp

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Luxury Sri Lanka
Private Tour
14 days / 13 nights

Experience Sri Lanka’s highlights whilst staying in some of the country’s most luxurious properties in unbeatable locations.

Guide Price: €4,079 £3,549 pp

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Classic Sri Lanka - Intrepid
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
8 days / 7 nights

The remnants of a spiritual past await your discovery in Sri Lanka, from the ancient cliff-built complex of Lion Rock in Sigiriya to the ruins of the Sinhalese capital in Anuradhapura.

Guide Price: €1435 £1195 pp

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City, Safari & Surf
Family Holiday
11 days / 10 nights

Stunning Sri Lanka is an Instagrammer’s paradise! Fill your stories with a variety of wacky and wonderful images from elephants to tea plantations, cobbled streets to golden sand beaches.

Guide Price: €1,729 £1,525 pp

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Highlights of Sri Lanka
Guided Small Group Journey
14 days / 13 nights

From stunning scenery to amazing architecture, Sri Lanka is a tropical paradise.

Guide Price: €4,615 £3,689 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN COLOMBO

We feature a great range of accommodation in Colombo, with something to suit all budgets.

Maybe you’re looking for a boutique retreat in the heart of the city, or a luxury hotel with views across the city. Perhaps it’s a colonial property on the sea front or a stylish hotel with a rooftop pool.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Colombo hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Maniumpathy
4 star

Colombo

Built over a hundred years ago and passed down through five generations, this historic property offers a charming place to stay in the heart of Colombo.
Granbell Hotel
4 star

Colombo

Situated in central Colombo and overlooking the Indian Ocean, the Granbell Hotel offers incredible views and a relaxed escape in the heart of the city.
Galle Face Hotel, Colombo
4 star

Colombo

Having played host to royalty and world leaders since opening in 1864, this charming colonial hotel reflects the grandeur of a bygone era.
Shangri-La Colombo
5 star

Colombo

Situated in the heart of Colombo’s business district with views of the Indian Ocean, this upmarket hotel offers luxurious rooms and a wide range of facilities.
Cinnamon Grand Colombo
4 star

Colombo

This large upscale hotel is situated in the heart of Colombo’s business, shopping and entertainment district with the modern Crescat shopping mall just next door.
Nyne Hotels Lake Lodge - Colombo
3 star

Colombo

Nestled away from the lively streets of Colombo but just a few minutes’ walk from the waterfront, you will find the Lake Lodge.

WHAT TO DO IN COLOMBO

Colombo is home to some truly unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique insight into the culture of the city that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you might be discovering the local delicacies on a street food tour, the next zipping around the city by tuk tuk!

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Colombo holiday to life.
Colombo Foodie Walking Tour
3.5 hours
Departs: Colombo

Warm up with a shot of arrack (a local spirit), before you feast on a fusion of Indian-Malay, Dutch ...

Colombo by Tuk Tuk
4 hours
Departs: Colombo

What better way to discover Sri Lanka’s buzzing capital city than zipping around by tuk-tuk! Tick ...

Colombo Walking Tour
2½-3 hours
Departs: Colombo

Experience a different side to Colombo on a fascinating walking tour of the historic districts of ...

Colombo City Tour
1½-2 hours
Departs: Colombo

Enjoy an afternoon city tour of Colombo. Start your tour in the old fort district, passing the ...


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