Galle Fort and City Cycling Tour - Choice of E-Bike or Manual

5 (32) 4h Free cancellation

Overview

Explore the fortified city of Galle on two wheels (either on a traditional or Retro e-bike) 3–4-hour bike tour, led by a local guide. Designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, the Old Town of Galle and its fortifications were built by the Portuguese who arrived in the 16th century. Explore this administrative capital and fourth largest city of Sri Lanka as you pedal along a seaside path and view area attractions such as shipping warehouses, churches, temples, the clock tower and lighthouse. • Choice of a traditional bicycle or Retro electric bike • Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Galle with a local guide • See key landmarks of the fortress built by European colonizers • Small-group tour (maximum 6 people): A more intimate experience

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Snacks
  • Safety Equipment (Helmet, Vest)
  • Bottled water and refreshments
  • Bike rental E-Bike or Manual
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meet at the start point

Start point

Departure Point: Heenatigala Road, Unawatuna Address: No 49/A, Heenatigala Road, Unawatuna, Galle, Sri Lanka Directions: Directions to the departure location is Galle and Matara Road, Unawatuna Eramudugaha junction to Heenatigala road after passing the Unawatuna Railway Station (approx. 10 m).

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

How to redeem

• Comfortable shoes are recommended • Recommended minimum age is 10 years old

What to expect

Private tour

  1. Meeting Point. We start with the signing of the Disclaimer form and then a 10 minutes supervised Training on the E-Bike. Participants must arrive **20-30 minutes** before the tour. You will be prepared, safely educated and bike fitted for the tour during this time. This activity can end back at the meeting point or Galle Fort.

    30 min

  2. Dewata beach is situated in the Dewata village in Katugoda, since this stretch of the coast is a beach break minus sharp reef and rocks with slow and calm waves it is an ideal location for surfers

    10 min

  3. 1882 Clock Tower

    30 minAdmission included

  4. 1939 Galle Lighthouse

    Pass by

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

    2hAdmission included

  6. All Saints Anglican Church built in 1871

    10 minAdmission included

  7. Dutch Reformed Church with its historic belfry dated 1707

    15 minAdmission included

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

    15 minAdmission included

  9. constructed in 1889

    Pass by

  10. Dutch Hospital

    10 minAdmission included

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Riders must be at least 154cm/ 5"1foot tall and competent at riding a Retro E-Bike
  • Legal minimum age to ride is 14 years old (Retro E-Bike)
  • Traditional or Retro e-bike groups ride separate with Local Guide
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Minimum physical fitness is required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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