Welcome back to our travel series! In the previous blogs, we guided you through planning your flight, securing your visa, and introduced you to the luxurious Aganthuka Galle. Now, it’s time to explore the vibrant southern region of Sri Lanka. This blog will provide detailed itineraries for the best day trips in Galle, highlighting must-see attractions and cultural experiences you can enjoy while staying at Aganthuka Galle.
Galle Fort
Unveiling Galle’s Historic Bastions:
A guided walking tour. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Galle Fort cooking class
1 hour 30 minutes
Experience the authentic flavours of Sri Lanka with this private cooking class held in the picturesque back garden of a restaurant in Galle Fort. Under the guidance of a skilled local instructor, you’ll learn to prepare a variety of Sri Lankan curry dishes, including a delicious seafood curry, using traditional cooking methods and spices sourced from a local spice shop. After cooking, savour the dishes you’ve prepared and take home a free recipe book to recreate these flavours in your own kitchen.
Galle Fort Walking Tour
1 hour 30 minutes
Experience the historic Galle Fort like never before with a leisurely guided walking tour. Your knowledgeable local guide will lead you through the fort, revealing hidden gems and fascinating stories you might miss on your own.
Galle Fort & City Cycling Tour
2 to 4 hours (approx.)
Explore the fortified city of Galle on a 4-hour bike tour, led by a knowledgeable local guide. Designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, the Old Town of Galle and its fortifications were originally built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. This tour offers a unique way to discover the administrative capital and fourth-largest city of Sri Lanka. As you pedal along the seaside path, you’ll encounter historic attractions such as shipping warehouses, churches, temples, the clock tower, and the iconic Galle Lighthouse.
