Dutch Footprints Cycling Tour from Colombo

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. Witness the remnants of the Dutch inspired culture within Sri Lanka and also experience the fisherman lifestyle as you pedal along the Dutch canal. Feast your eyes on the colorful birds that make their home along the canal & lagoon.

Highlights:

• Crow Island
• Dutch Canal
• Negombo City tour including 150-year-old church
• Negombo fisheries harbor & Dry fish market

Includes:

• Hotel pick up and drop
• Service of an English-speaking host guide
• Cycle and safety gear
• Back up vehicle
• Refreshments

Excludes:

• Food or drinks
• Gratuities (optional)
• Expenses of personal nature

Experience:

You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Crow Island. You will be starting your cycling tour at 0800 hrs from Crow Island. The route will be 30km long and will take approximately 4 - 5 hours. You will be provided with the bicycle and necessary equipment such as helmets. You will also have a cycling host 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.

You 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 Negombo fisheries harbour and also a dry fish market in Negombo. At the end of your tour you will be dropped off back at your hotel in Colombo. The cycling route is a soft stretch through back country roads.

Notes: Comfortable cycling shoes recommended for this tour.