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Tea Country by Train: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella
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Tea Country by Train

5 Nights / 6 DaysSri LankaKandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella
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About this journey

The hill country at the pace of a steam whistle. You'll ride the line from Kandy to Ella with reserved window seats, sleep among tea bushes and hike to viewpoints that make the early alarm worthwhile. Perfect for solo travellers: our guide checks in every evening.

Highlights

  • Reserved seats on the Kandy–Ella train
  • Tea-factory tour with a tasting
  • Sunrise hike at Little Adam's Peak
  • Nine Arch Bridge at golden hour
  • Horton Plains 'World's End' walk
day by day

The itinerary

  1. Days 1–2

    Kandy

    Hill-country gateway

    Lake walk, temple visit and a cooking class so you meet people from day one.

  2. Days 3–4

    Nuwara Eliya

    Little England

    Tea estates, strawberry farms and a very proper afternoon tea.

  3. Days 5–6

    Ella

    Bridges & waterfalls

    Hike Ella Rock, visit Nine Arch Bridge and ride a tuk-tuk to Ravana Falls.

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What’s included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide
  • Hand-picked hotels with daily breakfast
  • All entrance fees listed in the itinerary
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • 24/7 WhatsApp support from our team

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Meals not mentioned

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