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By Explore YARL Tours

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 208 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • What sets this tour apart is the authentic local experience you simply cannot find elsewhere in Northern Sri Lanka. With over 5 years of guiding experience and as a lifelong resident of Jaffna, I offer deep local insight into the culture, history, and hidden gems of the region that only a true local can share.

    This is not just a sightseeing tour it is a meaningful journey that connects you with real local life, fascinating stories, and unforgettable places. From exploring Jaffna city highlights to discovering remote islands, cultural landmarks, and traditional villages, every moment is designed to be immersive, personal, and memorable.

    Travel in comfort with transportation arranged according to group size, ensuring a safe and smooth journey. Throughout the tour, I provide full guidance, local knowledge, and personal attention, helping you experience the very best of Northern Sri Lanka with confidence and ease.

Activity location

  • Jaffna Fort
    • Jaffna, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 420 Hospital St
    • 420 Hospital Street
    • Jaffna, Northern Province, Sri Lanka

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Private Jaffna City Tour: Tamil Heritage, Temples & Local Culture

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
RM 187.32 x 2 AdultsRM 374.64
Paid at activityRM 40.72
Total
Price is RM 415.36
Until Wed, 4 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transportation
  • Inclusions
    Rio Special ice-cream
  • Inclusions
    Fuel surcharge
  • Inclusions
    Professional Tour Guide
  • Exclusions
    Entrance Ticket of Jaffna Dutch Fort

Know before you book

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The Entrance ticket of Jaffna fort is $5
    • Transportation will be arranged based on the number of guests.
    • The motorcycle driving is allowed only for the licensed and experienced participants.
    • Our drivers will drive for the participants without driving license.

Activity itinerary

Jaffna Fort

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Walk around Jaffna Fort's walls, which enclose open grounds and centuries-old walls that offer views of Jaffna. You can even scale these walls to get a better perspective. Explore the ruins of a Dutch church.

Pannai Causeway

  • 20m
Enjoy the view of the Pannai Causeway and Pannai Beach Park.

Jaffna Fish Market

  • 30m
Here, you can witness a variety of fish from Jaffna. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to experience the culture of the local fishermen and enjoy views of the coastal area.

Nallur Kandaswamy Temple

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, one of the most significant Hindu temples on the island.

Sangiliyan Statue (Pass by)

See a gold-plated statue of Cankili II, the last king of the Jaffna Kingdom

Poothathamby Arch (Sangili Toppu) (Pass by)

An ancient archway, believed to be part of the old Jaffna Kingdom's palace, now a protected archaeological site

King Sangiliyan's Minister's House

  • 20m
Visitors can see the ruins of a historic palace that once belonged to a powerful minister within the Jaffna Kingdom

Jaffna Archaeological Museum

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
See a collection of rare artifacts showcasing Jaffna's history and culture, including antique household items, and colonial-era relics

Rio Ice Cream - Jaffna

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
A famous ice cream parlor in Sri Lanka known for its bright colors, sweet flavors, and a wide variety of unique ice cream treats

Jaffna Market

  • 45m
A bustling hub where visitors can find a vibrant assortment of local goods, such as fresh produce, unique souvenirs, palmyrah products, seafood, and traditional Jaffna snacks.

Location

Activity location

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    Jaffna Fort
    • Jaffna, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    420 Hospital St
    • 420 Hospital Street
    • Jaffna, Northern Province, Sri Lanka

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