Colombo Bike Tour: the Highlights

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture
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TicketPrice per person$ 50ClockDuration3,5 hrs.
March 28, 2026 - English - 08:00
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Join us on a journey to discover the beauty of Sri Lanka during the Colombo Bike Tour. Cycle past iconic sights and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and rich history of the city and the country. The guide will share his passion with you, an experience not to be missed during your holiday.

What will you see?

These are the Highlights of the tour:

  • Colombo Lighthouse
  • Pettah Market
  • The old and new town halls
  • The Red Mosque
  • Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
  • Independence Square
  • Cenotaph War Memorial
  • Viharamahadevi Park
  • โ€ฆand much more!

Colombo Bike Tour: an adventure with a local guide

Are you ready for an unforgettable bike ride through Colombo? You will start your adventure at Colomboโ€™s iconic lighthouse, where you can also enjoy a beautiful view of the coastline. You will continue on to the clock tower of Colombo Fort, which dates back to the colonial past. Once you arrive in Pettah, you will be immersed in the lively markets, bustling street life and local atmosphere.

The city boasts many architectural gems such as Wolvendaal Church, the old town hall and the Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. You will learn all about the diverse and impressive history of Colombo and Sri Lanka. Continue your journey to the Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist temple, an ideal moment to pause and enjoy a short break.

At the symbolic Independence Square, you can see how the historic and modern parts of the city blend seamlessly together. Learn all about the countryโ€™s road to freedom. Continue cycling to Galle Face Green, a picturesque promenade where you can enjoy a soothing sea breeze. A cycling tour full of experiences.

Please note: this tour is only accessible to adults.

Reserve your spot for the Colombo Bike Tour now!

Got excited? Then donโ€™t wait any longer and secure yourself a spot on the excursion by bike along all the sights! Booking is very easy. Open the booking menu and fill in the required details.

Experience the city to the fullest with the Colombo Bike Tour: the Highlights from Baja Bikes!

Information
Good to know:
  • Online reservation is necessary
  • Payment up front online
  • Change or cancel free of charge up to 24 hours in advance
  • Distance: ca. 17 km (10,5 mi)
  • Accessible for adults
Included:
  • Use of the bike
  • Local guide
  • Helmet
  • Water & fruit
  • Entrance to Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
  • A great experience!
  • Time to take great pictures
Extra options:
  • Helmet: obligated
  • Child bikes: not available
  • Child seats: not available
  • E-bike: not available
  • Tandem: not available
Group size:
  • Bookable from: 1 to 8 participants
  • Average group size: 8 participants
  • Minimum: 2 participants
Sustainable activity
This is why this tour is good for you and the planet:
  • Bike tours are eco-friendly and help promote sustainable tourism
  • By doing a bike tour, you save 1.5 to 2 kg of CO2 on average compared to a sightseeing tour by bus
  • You stimulate the local economy and employment
  • You help to invest in a local green infrastructure
  • Cycling is healthy and relaxing
  • Read more about Baja Bikes & sustainability
Meeting point
  • Details are in the booking confirmation
  • There is parking available near the meeting point
  • Online booking for the tour is mandatory!

Dutch Hospital - Shopping Precinct, Hospital St, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka

This is what customers say about this tour

1 rate this tour with 5.0 stars

We loved our cycling tour through Colombo! HArin and Kaavan are excellent guides. Harin guided us fantastic through the traffic and brought us to marvellous sightseeing spots.Kaavan not only was our following car but with his extended knowledge of Sri Lanka history a truly added value to the tour. Asides he guided us to of the cities hidden gem spots to be at the water side and spot some fantastic classic cars at the same time. And above all we were caters with water and fresh fruits along the ride. Truly fantastic experience๐Ÿคฉ Thanks again for enabling this fantastic tour๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿป

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Ticket

Price per person

$ 50

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Duration

3,5 hrs.