Things to do in Uva Province, Sri Lanka: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Spend an evening with Rahju at his serene hilltop cottage overlooking the Hunas range with unparalleled access to his studio. You will get a chance to discuss the themes that inspire his art such as mysticism, religion, and the cosmos and even chat about how his work has evolved over the years. You will also be able to have an exclusive private viewing of his breathtaking art and meet his artist daughter, Rudrani, who will take you on a tour of their house, sharing details of their abode as well as showing you her original work as well.

Inclusions: Pre-arranged tuk-tuk from Boruppa Junction to the cottage (to be confirmed directly with local operator), Refreshments (juice/tea/snack), Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks

Exclusions: Additional beverages and food (including snacks) consumed during the tour, Any tips or gratuities given to the attending staff, Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless Tour option with transportation is selected)

Lipton's Seat is a high perception point in the slopes of Poonagala. Situated on the highest point of the town's namesake, Poonagala Hill, it is additionally close to the Dambatenne Tea Factory. Lipton's Seat is so named in light of the fact that the renowned Scottish nobleman and tea grower Sir Thomas Lipton utilized it as the seat to review his realm in a period a distant memory yet not overlooked.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Complimentary WiFi Excess During the Travel (Subjected To Availability), English Speaking Drive Cum Guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Sigiriya - It is among the oldest landscaped gardens in the world. Minneriya National Park - Dry zone plant and animal species are common, and elephants are numerous. Unlike in other national parks, elephants can be spotted at a relatively close range. About 160 species of birds, 9 different types of amphibians, 25 reptiles, 26 fish, and more than 78 butterfly species have been found in this area. There are also rare bamboo trees not found in other national parks.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel Pick up and Drop off, Price for Minneriya Safari Jeep

Exclusions: Foods and Beverages (available to purchase)

This full-day tour is designed for otherwise independent travellers who want to proceed from Ella to the area of Yala and Tissa and Kirinda, offering them 1. a visit of the rock-cut statues of Buduruwagala, which cannot be reached by public transport easily and 2. a time-sparing and comfortable transfer to the gate of Yala National Park, plus organizing the jeep, plus drop-off at the accommodation in Tissa or Kirinda afterwards. Our experienced drivers are known for careful driving. They have been doing these tours for 5 years. Their cultural & historical expertise well-founded.

Inclusions: 1000 ml bottled drinking water per person , 4X4 Jeep for half day safari, Knowledgeable English speaking driver , Passenger Insurance cover 500,000 LKR P.P, Total fuel cost, Total Parking charges, Replacement vehicle in case of unlucky events - with new driver, Road Tax & Insurance Tax , Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Entry fees of visiting site or activities , Tickets of Yala NP, Extra person in vehicle other than those who booked , Extra excursions not mentioned in the itinerary , Food, Meals, Beverages other than water

This day-trip from Ella and back to Ella is for heritage travellers. We visit four archaeoligal sites in the lowlands close to the hills, the island's tallest rock-cut statue from antiquity, the largest stupa in the southern half of Sri Lanka, ruins of a typical monastery from the Anuradhapura period, and the two tallest free-standing ancient Buddha statues of the world. On the way back, you will enjoy the views from a scenic mountain road. Our knowledgeable drivers have 5 years experience at least. They will provide historical background information about the heritage sites you visit on this tour.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned Car or Minivan, Knowledgeable English speaking driver , Passenger Insurance cover 500,000 LKR P.P, Total fuel cost, Total Parking charges, Replacement vehicle in case of unlucky events - with new driver, Road Tax & Insurance Tax , 1000 ml bottled drinking water per person

Exclusions: Entry fees of visiting site or activities , Extra person in vehicle other than those who booked , Extra excursions not mentioned in the itinerary , Food, meals, other beverages than water