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Nuwara Eliya Tea Country Tour

Nuwara Eliya Tea Country Tour - practical travel guide with honest advice.

Experience one of the world's most scenic train routes through Sri Lanka's hill country. Journey from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya aboard the historic mountain railway, passing tea plantations and waterfalls. Includes guided tea factory tour and exploration of the colonial-era hill station known as Little England. Best for scenic train lovers and tea enthusiasts. This is a easy activity lasting 9 hours. See all day trips in Kandy.

From$75per person
9 hours·2-20·easy

Best for scenic train lovers and tea enthusiasts

What to Expect

7:00
7:00am

Meet at Kandy Railway Station

Board the mountain train to Nuwara Eliya on reserved seats.

7:30
7:30am

Scenic train journey begins

Travel through tea plantations with views of waterfalls and valleys.

11:00
11:00am

Arrive in Nuwara Eliya

Explore the colonial town centre and visit Gregory Lake.

12:30
12:30pm

Tea factory tour

Learn the tea-making process and enjoy fresh Ceylon tea tasting.

2:00
2:00pm

Lunch and town exploration

Traditional hill country meal and visit colonial buildings.

4:00
4:00pm

Return journey to Kandy

Different route by vehicle with stops at viewpoints.

Highlights

Ride the historic Kandy-Nuwara Eliya mountain railway

Booking Info

Operated byCeylon Tea Trails
Cancellation
Free cancellation 72h before due to train booking requirements
Accessibility
Train has limited wheelchair access; inform operator in advance
Best time to go
Clear mornings offer best mountain views during train journey

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