✨ Highlights you’ll love
- Kalutara Bodhiya — sacred bo tree & riverside temple complex (donation).
- Richmond Castle — photogenic colonial-era mansion with gardens (ticketed).
- Gentle walking — shaded paths and easy stairs.
- Sea & river scenery — coastal stops possible if time allows.
- Flexible pacing — choose temple focus or mansion tour depth.
🗺️ Sample 6–8 hr plan (flexible)
Option A — Temple first
Pickup (Colombo) → Kalutara Bodhiya visit (donation) → tea/snack → Richmond Castle guided/grounds visit → optional brief beach stop → return.
Option B — Mansion first
Pickup → Richmond Castle → Kalutara Bodhiya → return via coastal road if time permits.
Timing adapts to opening hours, traffic and your interests.
🎟️ Tickets & extras (pay on-site)
| Place | Typical ticket | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kalutara Bodhiya | Free / Donation | Dress modestly; remove shoes |
| Richmond Castle | Local/foreign prices vary (indicative LKR range) | Guided rooms + gardens |
Transport-only. Tickets/donations & meals are extra, paid on-site.
✅ Included & ❌ Not included
Included (Transport-only)
- Private car/van with English-speaking driver
- Fuel, parking, expressway tolls
- Pickup & drop within Colombo city
- Driver’s meals and taxes
Not included
- Entrance/donations & paid activities
- Meals, drinks, personal expenses
- On-site guides (optional)
- Tips (optional)
Trustker / Colombo Airport Taxi


