Hill Country Scenic Tour

A six-day scenic journey through Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Ella, showcasing misty mountains, waterfalls, tea estates and iconic train rides, rich in culture and highland landscapes.

Hill Country Scenic Tour

This six-day scenic journey is an ode to Sri Lanka’s highland landscape, a world of misty mountains, cascading waterfalls, colonial-era charm and the world-famous tea estates that have made the island’s hill country one of the most visually stunning destinations in all of Asia. From the sacred city of Kandy and its magnificent botanical gardens through the cool colonial elegance of Nuwara Eliya, the legendary scenic railway to Ella and the dramatic viewpoints and waterfalls of the hill country, every day of this tour delivers scenery, cultural richness and a deep sense of being somewhere genuinely remarkable.

Tour Highlights

Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and explore the cultural charm of Kandy
Witness elephants bathing at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Discover the lush beauty of Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya
Experience Sri Lanka’s tea heritage with a guided visit to Pedro Tea Factory
Explore the cool-climate charm of Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England.”
Enjoy one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys from Nanu Oya to Ella
Visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge and hike to Little Adam’s Peak
Discover the beauty of Ravana Falls
Explore Colombo’s highlights, including Gangaramaya Temple and Galle Face Green

Inclusions

Airport pickup and drop-off at Bandaranaike International Airport
Accommodation in boutique hotels, hill-country bungalows and city hotels
Daily breakfast and selected meals as per itinerary
Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide
Scenic train ticket from Nanu Oya to Ella
Entrance fees to attractions mentioned in the itinerary
All government taxes and service charges

Exclusions

International airfare and visa fees
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Lunches and dinners not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses (laundry, minibar, telephone calls, etc.)
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
Camera/video permits where applicable
Any additional costs due to unforeseen circumstances (weather, delays, etc.)

Itinerary

Arrival & Kandy

Arrive at the airport and transfer to Kandy, Sri Lanka’s cultural capital – stopping en route at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to watch rescued elephants bathing in the river. The afternoon brings visits to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and the beautiful Kandy Lake, with an optional evening of traditional Kandyan dance to complete an atmospheric first day in the hill country.

Botanical Gardens & Gems in Kandy

Explore the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya – home to a collection of exotic orchids, towering bamboo groves and historic palm avenues – before visiting Kandy’s celebrated gem museums and local handicraft workshops. Scenic viewpoints overlooking the city and an optional Ayurvedic spa treatment round off a full and rewarding day in the Kandyan highlands.

Nuwara Eliya Tea Country

Drive through spectacular mountain landscapes to Nuwara Eliya, stopping at the Pedro Tea Factory for a guided tour of Ceylon tea production from plantation to cup. Stroll around Gregory Lake, admire the colonial architecture of ‘Little England’, visit the Nuwara Eliya market and settle into your historic hill-country hotel or plantation bungalow as the cool mountain evening descends.

Scenic Train to Ella

Board the celebrated scenic mountain railway at Nanu Oya station for one of the world’s great train journeys, a slow, breathtaking passage through tea estates, misty mountain passes, arching viaducts and small hill-country villages to the charming highland town of Ella. Arrive to visit the iconic Nine Arch Bridge and enjoy a relaxed evening in Ella’s cafes with panoramic mountain views.

Ella Hike, Ravana Falls & Colombo

Begin with a morning hike to Little Adam’s Peak for sweeping views across Ella’s valley and the distant southern plains, then visit the picturesque Ravana Falls before an afternoon drive back to Colombo. An evening city tour takes in the key landmarks of the capital – Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square and Galle Face Green – with time for a final souvenir stop.

Departure

After a leisurely hotel breakfast and a little time for last-minute shopping, your private driver transfers you to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure, completing a journey through the most beautiful and atmospheric landscapes the island of Sri Lanka has to offer.

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