Kandy : From Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Day Tour by Tuk tuk
ID: GYG846372-1338975
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore the town of Nuwara Eliya on a guided tour. Visit a tea factory to see how tea is produced, and discover the town's attractions, including the golf course and trout streams.
Nuwara Eliya is Sri Lanka’s highest town and a favorite hill station during British colonial times. The town is still touted as ‘Little England’, an illusion maintained by the presence of the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, a racecourse, the Victoria Park, and excellent trout fishing in nearby lakes and rivers.
Due to the high altitude, Nuwara Eliya has a much cooler climate than the lowlands of Sri Lanka, with a mean annual temperature of 16 °C. But the temperature changes, and sometimes it can be as low as 3°C. It is pretty cold at night in the winter, and there can even be frost. Although it rapidly warms up as the tropical sun climbs higher during the day.
Among the most iconic vistas of Nuwara Eliya are the rolling estates with their vast swathes of terrain carpeted in an emerald sea. Women draped in colorful saris resemble butterflies as they work their way along the bushes, deftly picking just two leaves and a bud from each branch and tossing them into baskets slung on their backs.
The British introduced tea to the island in the late 19th century, which was vital to the economy. Some of the finest in the world is produced in the hill country. Visit a factory and see how they are plucked, dried, crushed, fermented, and fired using machinery that has remained unchanged since Victorian times.
Nuwara Eliya comes alive in April for the Sinhalese and Tamil New Year, and it is difficult to find accommodation as Sri Lankans holiday in the region during this period. The festive "Nuwara Eliya Season" starts on April 1 annually in a proper manner. The ceremony consists mainly of a band show in which all the local school bands participate.
Main attractions in Nuwara Eliya during the April season include the numerous motor and horse racing events. Motor racing comes alive with the Mahagastotte and Radella Hill Climbs, the former being run since 1934. The Nuwara Eliya Road Race and the 4X4 Lake Cross on the edge of Lake Gregory attract a fair share of enthusiasts.
Parties are held nightly in the hotels, and the season culminates in the nine-furlong (1811 m) Governor's Cup, Golf Tournaments, and the flower show at the end of the month.
The town's attractions include the golf course, trout streams, Nuwara Eliya Victoria Park, and boating or fishing on Lake Gregory. Victoria Park is an attractive and well-used oasis. It is popular with birdwatchers at quieter times because of the
Highlights
- Discover the town of Nuwara Eliya, known as "Little England" during colonial times
- Visit a tea factory and see how tea is plucked, dried, and fired using machinery
- Explore the Nuwara Eliya Victoria Park and see the colorful flowers and birds
- Enjoy a boat ride or go fishing on Lake Gregory, located in the heart of the town
- See the town's attractions, including the golf course and trout streams
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Bring a jacket as temperatures can drop
Consider bringing a hat and sunscreen for daytime
Camera recommended for capturing scenic views
Be prepared for varying weather conditions
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of a tea factory
- Opportunity to see the tea plucking process
- Tasting of different types of tea
- Visit to local markets
- Exploration of British colonial architecture
- Access to Victoria Park
- Boating on Lake Gregory
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
- Entrance Tickets
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.