Overview
Escape to Sri Lanka’s breathtaking hill country on this budget-friendly 3-day adventure from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya and Ella. Discover misty mountains, lush tea plantations, cascading waterfalls, scenic train routes, and stunning viewpoints. Experience the cool climate of Nuwara Eliya, often called “Little England,” before continuing to the charming town of Ella. This tour offers the perfect combination of nature, relaxation, and adventure, making it ideal for travelers seeking unforgettable landscapes and authentic hill country experiences.
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Tour Highlights
Explore the scenic beauty of Sri Lanka’s hill country
Experience the famous Kandy–Ella train route
Visit lush tea plantations and tea factories
Discover Nuwara Eliya, the “Little England” of Sri Lanka
Witness beautiful waterfalls along the journey
Enjoy panoramic mountain views
Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge
Hike to Little Adam’s Peak
Experience breathtaking sunrises and sunsets
Scenic drives through tea-covered landscapes
Day By Day Journey Highlights
Day 01 - Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Begin your journey from Kandy and travel through beautiful mountain roads surrounded by tea estates. Visit a tea plantation and factory to learn about Sri Lanka’s world-famous tea production. Explore Nuwara Eliya, including Gregory Lake and the charming colonial-era surroundings. Enjoy the cool climate and peaceful atmosphere of the hill country.
Day 02 - Nuwara Eliya → Ella
After breakfast, continue your journey to Ella. Optionally enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train rides through lush mountains, tea plantations, and tunnels. Upon arrival, visit the famous Nine Arches Bridge and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Relax and explore Ella town in the evening.
Day 03 - Ella → Departure
Start the day with a visit to Little Adam’s Peak and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Spend some leisure time exploring Ella before concluding your hill country adventure. Departure arrangements can be made according to your travel plans.
What's Included & Excluded
Tour Includes
- 2 Nights Accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- English-Speaking Driver Guide
- Airport/Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off
- Fuel and Parking Charges
- Tea Factory Visit
- All Government Taxes
- Complimentary Bottled Water During Transfers
Tour Excludes
- Train Tickets (if applicable)
- Lunch and Dinner
- Entrance Fees to Attractions Sites
- Tips and Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
- Early Check-In & Late Check-Out Charges
- Travel Insurance
- Optional Activities and Excursions
