What to do and see in Uva Province, Sri Lanka: The Best Archaeology Tours

December 17, 2021 Venice Greaves

Uva Province (Sinhalese: ඌව පළාත Uva Palata, Tamil: ஊவா மாகாணம் Uva Maakaanam) is Sri Lanka's second least populated province, with 1,259,880 people, created in 1896. It consists of two districts: Badulla and Moneragala. The provincial capital is Badulla. Uva is bordered by Eastern, Southern and Central provinces. Its major tourist attractions are Dunhinda falls, Diyaluma Falls, Rawana Falls, the Yala National Park (lying partly in the Southern and Eastern Provinces) and Gal Oya National Park (lying partly in the Eastern Province). The Gal Oya hills and the Central mountains are the main uplands, while the Mahaweli (Sinhalese: great-sandy) and Menik (Sinhalese: gemstone) rivers and the huge Senanayake Samudraya and Maduru Oya Reservoirs are the major waterways.
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1. Trek to Little Adam's Peak and Nine Arches Bridge In Ella

Ella, Sri Lanka Lakpura LLC (Ella)
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(SKU: LK74090200) This 5-hour hike gives you a chance to experience the Sri Lankan countryside in a hike up to the summit of Little Adam’s Peak and on a cross country hike across to Demodara Railway Station. See the great views from the summit of Little Adams Peak. Walk over the famous Nine Arches Bridge with its rampant history. Hike to the Demodara Railway Station and see the unique looping railroad, a piece of architecture that is only present at Demodara in Sri Lanka.

Inclusions: Hotel Pick & Drop Off from Your Hotel in Ella, Local Lunch, Local guide, Refreshment drinks with cookies

Exclusions: Expenses of personal nature, Gratuities

Reviewed By LeanneM546

The 3 icons tour of Ella is a great way too see all the main sights in Ella in one day. The views from Ella rock and little Adams peak were so beautiful! My guide Dinu was really informative along the way. He knew all the best spots and supplied refreshments along the way. The trip was great value as it also included lunch as well as my own guide for the whole day. I would highly recommend.

2. 7 Night in Sri Lanka Heritage Private Tour

Island Pearl Tours Sri Lanka
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The concept was created to cover the main Tourist areas of Sri lanka in Eight Days. This is ideal for travelers who are short staying in Sri lanka.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, English Speak Guide Driver, Passenger insurance, All Government tax, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge

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Reviewed By PawelD122

Our tour to Wilpattu National Park was well organised. Our driver and tour gide was very professional and friendly - it was a real plasure to meet him. We were lucky to see many wild animals including leopard. Highly recommend to anyone looking to book for a one day tour of Sri Lanka and very reasonably priced.

3. Sri Lanka Privet Round Tour/12 days with driver+vehicle+accommodation H/B Basis

The Visit Lanka Tours - Kandy
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• Anuradhapura, Mihintale, Polonnaruwa Archaeological Site, Sigiriya & Village Tour, Kandy, Ella, Thissamaharama, Mirissa, Galle. in this tour you will have a all nature culture adventure full of fun..

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, 11 Nights hotel accommodation (depending on your selection - Budget / Standard / Luxury hotel, Bottled water, To inform you-we are not given privet guides,our target is to give you friendly experience driver., Private tour, Transport in an A/C vehicle (Car and Van), Airport Pickup and Drop off, Sri Lanka Tourism board registered license

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), All taxes, fees and handling charges, Entrance tickets or any activities

Reviewed By Pavanci

Travels provided a Toyota HiAce SL van and a very good driver Ranga. He was very nice throughout the journey and helped us identifying places and roamed without any discomfort. He was very friendly and driving was very smooth and comfortable maintaining good speed limit always with Safety first rule.

4. Sri Lanka Privet Tour/8 days with driver+vehicle+accommodation H/B basis

The Visit Lanka Tours - Kandy
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Summary of the Classic Tours (8 Days, 7 Nights) During this Round Tour, we will be sight-seeing areas in the following destinations: Colombo (Airport), Sigirya, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Mirissa and back to Colombo (Airport).  The guests will be provided with good quality, air conditioned, comfortable vehicles with a driver to help with your tour.(we are not providing any personal guides.our main target is to give you knowledgeable friendly driver!) All vehicles will have baby seats available if needed.  We provide hotel accommodations for 7 Nights in good quality hotels varying from Economy / Budget hotels to Standard Hotels to Luxury Hotels. The charges will change depending on your selection.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, 7 nights hotel accomodation (depending on your selection of standards), Transport in A/C vehicle (Car & Van), Bottled Water, Sri Lanka tourism board registered license, To inform you-we are not given privet guides,our target is to give you friendly experience driver.

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Gratitudes, Local Taxes, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Entrance tickets or any activities

Reviewed By KCK82

As someone traveling to Sri Lanka and wanting to find a driver beforehand, the task is not easy. I spent hours reading reviews and searching for a driver: taking into account price, reviews, information available etc. And luckily i found Manju and The Visit Lanka Tours ! From first emails 4months before the journey, Manju replied fast, gave good information, helpped us to plan itineray and gave all information wanted. We had a bit of customized tour and booked our own hotels but with help from Manju all plans where set in good time before arriving to Sri Lanka. We had 2 of Manjus drivers under our trip, both excellent drivers, had good english, told about sri lanka and sights but also let us be quiet/sleep when wanted during drive. Drivers asked/proposed sights and places to see But never forced nor kept on proposing to go somewhere if we did not want. And most important, we felt really safe under all of our journey ! Drivers informer where to go, where to meet, what to avoid etc to be safe and to be able to see some sites individually (driver waited at exits / parking lots). Selecting Manju was one of the best decissions we took for our wonderfull trip to Sri Lanka (loved the country, and by Manjus help, we got a lot out of our travels). Thanks a lot Manju to you and your drivers ! Can only recommend Manju for anyone wanting to visit Sri Lanka on longer or shorter trip !

5. Private Car & Driver for 07 Days Tour In Sri Lanka

Darshana Tours - Private Driver Sri Lanka
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If you are staying short time in Sri Lanka with this tour you have a chance to visit most highlights / Culture / nature & Wild life part of the country, so that you experience the wonders of the tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya Elephant Gathering in Minneriya, Sigiriya rock fortress, Tour of colonial Galle Trek to the top of Little Adam's Peak, Visit the national parks to spot wild elephants and even leopards, let's do the tour and get the memories for last a life time!

Inclusions: Air conditioned car with Driver , All Government Taxes

Exclusions: All Entry Fees + Safari Jeeps / Boats Etc., Lunch / Dinner, Your Hotel Accommodation

Reviewed By avdzaan

We made our own plan to travel around Sri Lanka. A tour a little bit different than most people do in Sri Lanka. Beside of the cultural triangle we also wanted to travel to the north (Jaffna area) and the east (Trincomalee area). I contacted Darshana if it's was possible to arrange a good English speaking driver for us. I got almost immediately and friendly response. Darshana offered also to think along with our itinerary. Our driver Suneth made our 6-day tour an unforgettable experience! Suneth is a really nice and friendly person and a very safe driver and think along with our plans. He told us a lot about Sri Lanka during our trip which was very interesting. We couldn't have a better driver!

6. 6 Days Nature And Culture Tour

Travel With Asa
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We designed this trip in side the country, where traveler can experience the nature, wild life and culture in Sri Lanka. All routes lies among the most beautiful areas in the country. You can experience tracking, sight seeing, train ride, tea garden and factory and visit the most beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Passeger Insurance, Driver Meals And Accomodations, No Time Limit (Not 8-5)

Exclusions: Any video/still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit, Tips to guides, restaurants, and hotel lobby. Tipping is expected., Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section

Reviewed By vblazquezpaz

Asantha and Nuwan are amazing people. They take care Of you all Of time. They can help you to organize all your trío. Here you have some pics Of our travel. Thanks to both!!!

7. Sri Lanka tour for 7 nights 8 days by privet car with driver for two persons

Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka Yatours Private Tours
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Trek through luscious green hills in the cultural triangle, journey among Sri Lanka's most breath-taking scenery, Flora and Fauna, inhale local flavors at a spice garden, explore southern Sri Lankan beaches. Discover beautiful ruins, hike through tea plantations, tour a spice garden, and then chill out on Hikkaduwa Beach. according to the itinerary seven nights accommodations on star class hotels with air conditions room & attach bath with hot water, accommodations are subject to change on your request. 

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation as per itinerary, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Transport by private vehicle, Breakfast, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Jimmy W

This was amazing! Our guides were awesome! Travelling around Colombo quickly and efficiently, seeing all the sites close up, with photo stops anytime you wanted! We visited Hindu temples and Buddhist temples with complete explanations by our guides. We stopped at two local shops for authentic souvenirs, and then went for lunch for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. The tour was advertised to be 3-4 hours, but ours was 5+ hours!

8. Sri Lanka Budget Tour package from Colombo 10 Days

Ceylon Classic Tours
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During this Round Tour, we will be sight-seeing areas in the following destinations: to The guests, we will be provided with good quality, air-conditioned, comfortable vehicles with a driver-guide to help with your tour and free wi-fi. All vehicles will have baby seats available if needed. We provide hotel accommodations for 9 nights in good quality hotels varying from Economy / Budget hotels to Standard Hotels to Luxury Hotels. The charges will change depending on your selection

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Accommodation, Bottled water, English speaking Driver/guide, All Entrance Fees at interest places and Historical sites.

Exclusions: Souvenir photos(available to purchase) , Excess luggage charges(where applicable), Alcoholic drinks(available to purchase), Lunch

Reviewed By Inspire46818516278

Thanks for your excellent service Ceylon classic tours. Your service is best during COVID-19 period. They had given a great ???? service by maintaining the distance with cleanliness which was very useful. I highly recommend this service to any body who plan to visit srilanka srilanka during COVID 19 ✍????????

9. 8 Days Sri Lanka round tours with privet driver, vehicle and H/B accommodations

Katunayake, Sri Lanka Beauty Lanka Travels
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Pack your backpacks and join with Beauty Lanka Travels on our “Splendour of Sri Lanka” tour! We cover the most visited National parks, ancient cities, the beautiful hill country, beaches and many other best attractions of the pearl of the Indian Ocean(Sri Lanka) The tour covers Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Yala, and Mirissa areas.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, GST/VAT/ Service Charges, Water Bottle on Arrival (One Mineral water bottles per person /per day), English Speaking Chauffeur, City tour & Sightseeing, Accommodation on a Standard or luxury hotels depending on your requirement, Meet & greet services with assistance at the airport, Complimentary SIM card for Group, Arrangement of Foods for North Indian, Halal, Veg, Non-Veg & Jain, Chauffeur Meals & Accommodation

Exclusions: Meal Plan for Hotel: Lunch, Meal Plan for Hotel: Dinner, Entry fee charges, Other Exclusions (Flight tickets/ Visa Charges), Any expenses of personal nature like laundry charges, tips, etc., Early check-in & late check-out, 4 x 4 Jeep for Safari , Train Tickets , Tips, bar, laundry and any other expenses, Not anything mentioned in the inclusions above

Reviewed By xxxasia

Would strongly recommend our driver Jude who drove us around the NE Province for 4 days - very smooth, no horning, safe . And he speaks English well and knows his ways around. The van was clean, well maintained and Jude did a fabulous job getting all our luggage in.

10. Sri Lanka 5 Days sightseeing tour package - Private tour

Sri Lanka BTR SL
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Tour will be unique and private,Spend your holiday with us in Sri Lanka. Our team will be always with you.Sri Lanka is a beautiful island with different entertaining places. You can visit the historical dutch fortress in Galle ,the best asian beach Unawatuna ,A boat tour in Madu river seeing different islands in the river ,Elephants and different animals in udawalawa national park and waterfalls such as Rawana falls.Your all five days will be very interesting and entertaining with our private tour onl you and your team at the tour

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Airport or Hotel Pick up and Drop off , 4 Night accommodation , Private Safari tour at Udawalawe National Park, Private boat tour at Madu river, 5 Days private Tour

Exclusions: Flight tickets

Reviewed By F1129KUrebeccas

Our tour started with the pick up from our hotel at Galle fort. Roshan was so friendly and extremely informative. Had a wonderful day with new friends, enjoying the scenery and hiking the Rainforest. This should be in everyone's list when visiting Sri Lanka. Loved the added bonus of Tea factory visit. Guide Wigitha made the day amazing. Although no rain in the rainforest ,this day made the hike a bit less slippery, the flora, fauna and the waterfall -- all made a lovely day. One of our Dreams was to swim under the waterfall, and we got a chance to do it here. Transportation was comfortable and efficient, and the lunch was delicious. Would highly recommend this tour and also this tour company.

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