Walkers Tours, one of the leading travel and tourism companies in Sri Lanka, has announced its partnership with Cordelia Empress, the luxury cruise liner operating out of Chennai to Sri Lanka in Summer 2023. The partnership will see Walkers Tours operating shore excursions in all three ports of Hambantota, Trincomalee, and Kankasanthurai (Jaffna) on a weekly basis until the third week of September 2023.
With a capacity of 1800 passengers, Cordelia Empress is the first cruise liner to operate regional cruising in South Asia. Walkers Tours, with its over 50 years of experience in the industry, offers a wide range of excursions and private arrangements for Cordelia passengers in all three ports.
Below are the excursions that will be available from the three ports
Hambantota:
- Load Murugan Temple Tour (Kataragama) | Duration: 5 hours
- Hambantota City Tour | Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Trincomalee
- Sigiriya | Duration: 7 hours 45 minutes
- Pigeon Island – Snorkelling | Duration: 5 hours
- Anuradhapura | Duration: 7 hours
Jaffna:
- Spiritual Jaffna | Duration: 4 hours
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Cordelia Empress to offer their passengers unforgettable shore excursions in Sri Lanka,” said Nalaka Amaratunga, CEO of Walkers Tours. “Our team has worked tirelessly to create unique experiences that will showcase the best of Sri Lanka to Cordelia’s passengers. We look forward to welcoming them and providing them with an unforgettable experience.”
Cordelia’s passengers will have the opportunity to explore Sri Lanka’s rich culture, heritage, and natural beauty through Walkers Tours’ excursions. The excursions include visits to historical sites, wildlife safaris, and cultural experiences. Passengers can also choose to customize their excursions to suit their interests.
Walkers Tours is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for Cordelia’s passengers. The company has implemented strict health and safety protocols in line with local regulations to ensure the safety of both passengers and staff.
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