Nuwara Eliya Tea Fields Tour: Gregory Lake & Pedro Factory

Walk tea fields at dawn, then climb to panoramic views over the lake and mountains

A morning tour of Nuwara Eliya departing at 8:30 am with private transportation and an English-speaking guide, visiting Gregory Lake, Single Tree Hills, Pedro Tea Factory, Lovers' Leap Waterfall, and the Red Post Office, ending with a walk through the tea plantations. Hotel pickup is included. Entrance fees to attractions are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Nuwara Eliya highlights

• Pick up at 8:30 am
• Drive to Mahagasthota viewpoint
• Visit Gregory Lake
• Hike Single Tree Hill
• Tour Pedro Tea Factory
• See Lovers' Leap Waterfall
• Visit Nuwara Eliya Post Office
• View Hill Club Colonial Building
• Explore Queen Elizabeth Plaza
• Dine at Bojun Hala
• Walk through tea fields

The experience

The day starts with a pickup at 8:30 am for a scenic drive to Mahagasthota viewpoint, where the tea fields of Nuwara Eliya spread across the hillsides. From there, you move to Gregory Lake, a reservoir ringed by mist-covered hills where you can walk the shoreline and take in the cool climate of the hill station. Single Tree Hill, the highest point in the city, offers a trek to the summit rewarded with a 360-degree view that takes in Gregory Lake, Pidurutalagala, and the town below.

The tour includes a stop at Pedro Tea Factory, one of the oldest in the region, where you can watch the tea-making process from leaf to cup and learn the history of Ceylon tea. Lovers' Leap Waterfall comes next, a cascade set in lush greenery with a legend of a prince and village maiden who chose love over social constraint. You'll also see the Red Post Office, a red-bricked colonial building from the British era, and the Hill Club Colonial Building before heading to Queen Elizabeth Plaza.

The day wraps with a traditional meal at Bojun Hala and a final walk through the tea fields to capture the landscape in the late morning light. Private transportation, fuel, and parking are included. An English-speaking guide leads the route. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours and suits all fitness levels, though entrance fees to Gregory Lake, Pedro Tea Factory and other attractions are paid separately.

What’s included

• Private transportation with an English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup at 8:30 am.
• fuel surcharge and parking fees.
• a walk through the tea fields at the end of the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to1h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by ASY Tours Sri Lanka

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want three major stops (viewpoint, lake, and tea factory) covered in one guided loop starting at 8:30 am, leaving your afternoon free for Nuwara Eliya town.

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Top questions

What is Gregory Lake like when I get there?

Gregory Lake is a serene reservoir surrounded by mist-covered hills and lush landscapes, named after a former British Governor. You can walk the shoreline, enjoy the cool climate, and take in views of the surrounding tea plantations and mountains.

Can I see the tea-making process at Pedro Tea Factory?

Pedro Tea Factory, one of the oldest in the region, lets you witness the steps from leaf to cup and learn about Ceylon tea's history. The factory is set in a picturesque landscape surrounded by emerald hills.

What does Single Tree Hill offer?

Single Tree Hill is the highest point in Nuwara Eliya and offers a trek to the summit with a 360-degree panoramic view that includes Gregory Lake, Pidurutalagala, and the town below.

Is the guide included, and what language do they speak?

An English-speaking guide is included with the tour and leads you through all the stops on the route.

What time does the tour start and what's included in the price?

The tour departs at 8:30 am with hotel pickup included. Private transportation, fuel surcharge, and parking fees are covered. Entrance fees to attractions and meals are separate.