From Ella: Lipton Seat & Dambatenne Tea Factory Day Tour
ID: GYG184112-281861
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
On this full-day tour from Ella, discover the history and production of tea at Dambatenne Tea Factory, and then head over to Lipton's Seat for magnificent views.
Explore the Dambatenne countryside, head past green fields and tea plantations for the chance to see traditional life in the area.
Start your tour as you head to Dambatenne Tea Factory, built in 1890 by Sir Thomas Lipton, one of the most famous figures in tea history. Take a tour through the works for an education on the processes involved in the fermentation, rolling, drying, cutting, sieving and grading of tea. Enjoy one of the most comprehensive tea factory tours around, and afterwards, take the chance to try a cup.
Move on to Lipton’s Seat Lookout, one of Sri Lanka's most impressive viewpoints. Here, Sir Thomas Lipton used to survey his burgeoning empire, and today it's said you can see across emerald hills and tea estates to no fewer than seven different provinces.
Finally, return to your hotel in Ella.
Highlights
- Visit Dambatenne Tea Factory
- Explore the must-see Lipton Seat
- Learn about the genesis of tea
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
• Not wheelchair accessible
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• On Sundays no processing takes place, so there's little to see
• Early morning is the best time to visit the Lipton Seat to avoid cloud and mist
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.
