Embark on a captivating tour of Galle Fort, exploring the Moonstone Mines, Tsunami Museum, and heritage sites. Discover the process of mining moonstones, pay tribute to the tsunami victims, and immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural treasures of Galle.
Embark on a captivating tour of Galle Fort, exploring the Moonstone Mines, Tsunami Museum, and heritage sites. Discover the process of mining moonstones, pay tribute to the tsunami victims, and immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural treasures of Galle.
- Galle Fort - Located in the Bay of Galle on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Galle Fort was initially constructed by the Portuguese in 1588 and later extensively fortified by the Dutch from 1649 onwards.
- Galle National Museum - Galle Museum
- Dutch Fort - Dutch fort
- Church of Ceylon - British church
- Tsunami Honganji Vihara - This…
- Galle Fort - Located in the Bay of Galle on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, Galle Fort was initially constructed by the Portuguese in 1588 and later extensively fortified by the Dutch from 1649 onwards.
- Galle National Museum - Galle Museum
- Dutch Fort - Dutch fort
- Church of Ceylon - British church
- Tsunami Honganji Vihara - This 30-meter (54-foot) tall Buddha statue at Tsunami Honganji Vihara faces the ocean and honors over 2,000 victims of the 2004 tsunami.
- Moonstone Mines and Gem Palace - Sri Lanka, a stunning island, is renowned for having the world’s finest moonstone gems. The gem deposits in Sri Lanka are categorized into two types: the more prevalent sedimentary deposits formed by wind and water erosion, and the rarer primary deposits found within the bedrock.

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- Lunch
- Lunch
The journey begins with a visit to the Meetiyagoda moonstone mine and gem manufacturing site, renowned as possibly the finest moonstone location globally. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe the extraction of moonstones from the earth and witness the diligent efforts of the workers. The entire process will be explained, and there is an option…
The journey begins with a visit to the Meetiyagoda moonstone mine and gem manufacturing site, renowned as possibly the finest moonstone location globally. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe the extraction of moonstones from the earth and witness the diligent efforts of the workers. The entire process will be explained, and there is an option to purchase moonstones on-site.
Following this, the tour proceeds to the Hikkaduwa tourist area, where the Hikkaduwa tsunami museum and the tsunami memorial monument can be visited to pay respects. The journey continues to the main city of Galle, where visitors can explore the Dutch fort, the Galle Museum, an old Dutch church, and a British church. Galle is celebrated for its lace and is abundant with invaluable crafts and antique treasures, including jewelry, ceramics, Dutch period furniture, and brass work.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.