Sri Lanka: Hill Country 3-Day Tour

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ID: GYG775169-1245664
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Country: Sri Lanka

Duration: 2 days


Description

3-day tour focusing on Sri Lanka's beautiful hill country. This region is known for its lush tea plantations, misty mountains, cascading waterfalls, scenic train journeys, and cool climate
This 3-day tour focusing on Sri Lanka's beautiful hill country. This region is known for its lush tea plantations, misty mountains, and cooler climate.

This tour highlights:
1. Kandy: The cultural capital and gateway to the hill country
2. Nuwara Eliya: Colonial-era hill station surrounded by tea plantations
3. Horton Plains: Unique mountain plateau with diverse ecosystem
4. Ella: Laid-back town with stunning mountain views and hiking opportunities
The itinerary combines cultural experiences, natural beauty, and outdoor activities. It provides a good mix of organized tours and free time to explore at your own pace.

Day 1: Colombo to Kandy and Nuwara Eliya
Morning:
• Start from Colombo and drive to Kandy, the gateway to the hill country
• Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
• Brief city tour of Kandy, including a visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic
Afternoon:
• Scenic drive to Nuwara Eliya (about 2.5 hours)
• En route, stop at a tea plantation and factory for a tour and tasting
• Visit Ramboda Falls
Evening:
• Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, known as "Little England"
• Take a stroll around Gregory Lake
• Overnight in Nuwara Eliya

Day 2: Nuwara Eliya to Ella
Morning:
• Early start for a visit to Horton Plains National Park
• Hike to World's End for breathtaking views (about 4 hours round trip)
Afternoon:
• Return to Nuwara Eliya
• Board the scenic train to Ella (one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, about 3 hours)
Evening:
• Arrive in Ella
• Watch the sunset from Little Adam's Peak (easy hike)
• Overnight in Ella

Day 3: Ella and Departure
Morning:
• Early hike to Ella Rock for panoramic views of the surrounding hills (3-4 hour round trip)
• Visit Nine Arch Bridge for photos
Afternoon:
• Tour a local tea estate to learn about tea production
• Optional activities:
Evening:
• Depart Ella for your next destination in Colombo

Highlights

  • Tour combines cultural experiences, natural beauty, and outdoor activities
  • Provide a good mix of organized tours and free time to explore at your own pace
  • Visit Ella: Laid-back town with stunning mountain views and hiking opportunities
  • Trekking through Horton Plains: Unique mountain plateau with diverse ecosystem
  • Explore Nuwara Eliya: Colonial-era hill station surrounded by tea plantations

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We try our best to secure a seat for you on the hill country train; however, there are instances where we may not be able to do that due to the high demand.
The chances of getting seats on the Hill County Blue Train are very low if you book the trip only a few days ahead of the activity.
The hill country train may not operate in bad weather conditions.
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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.