SRI LANKA
Sri Lanka’s best days out.
The 15 most popular scenic train journeys in Sri Lanka. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Prebook and deliver reserved Ella-to-Kandy train seats to your hotel, with 2nd-class priority and unforgettable tea-and-viaduct views.
Most Popular“After the train journey from Ella to Kandi could not be carried out due to the cyclone, the amount already paid was refunded to me without complications. Thank you for that.Auto-translated”
Reserve your Ella to Kandy train seats in advance with WhatsApp e-tickets, so you can relax through tea country for about 6 hours.
“Experience highly recommended! Breathtaking views of the tea plantations...the reserved seats gave us the opportunity to travel comfortably and away from the crowded carriagesAuto-translated”
Tea factory, Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Waterfall, Little Adam’s Peak, a scenic train ride, and more in one pickup-included Ella day.
“We had a very good trip. Our driver and guide (Rukshan) was also very polite and helped us as much as he could and explained all the spots we visited. Definitely a recommendation!”
3 days in Sri Lanka from Sigiriya to Ella by train: Sacred Tooth in Kandy, tea country, sunrise hikes, and Udawalawe elephants.
“Fits so much of Sri Lanka into quite a short time. Two highlights for us would be the safari, and the beautiful mountain town of Ella and its stunning sunrise. Thanks to our driver Rukshan - who was a pro at navigating us around.”
Ride the Demodera Loop to Ella, stop at Nine Arch Bridge, hike Little Adam’s Peak, swim at Pallawella, and see Ravana Falls.
“We had an exceptional tour and can highly recommend it. Our guide spoke clear, easy-to-understand English, communicated very well before the trip, and was punctual and reliable. He was also incredibly helpful and supportive, especially during the hike, and made sure we were comfortable even though we were traveling with our two-year-old son. The trip…”
Private Ella day trip from Bentota with train ride, Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, Rawana Falls, and tea factory.
“A wonderful day trip exploring the sights around Ella. This let us experience the beauty of Sri Lanka away from the coast. Pradeep was our driver and guide for the day and was superb at his job. He was friendly and made sure everything was jRead more”
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Ella and Lipton’s Seat day trip from Galle with Rawana Falls, Nine Arches Bridge, a scenic train ride, and a tuk-tuk tea safari.
“Nice trip to Ella and othe places. Amazing views from the little Adam's peak. The trip from Welligama takes the whole day, but it's worth to see all this places.”
Private Ella day trip packing Ravana Falls, Ella Rock, train over Nine Arch Bridge, zipline option, and Little Adam’s Peak.
“A great Ella day trip! Lots packed into the day which meant you covered a lot in a small amount of time”
Prebook reserved 2nd-class seats on the Colombo Fort to Kandy non-stop train, delivered by e-ticket for an $18 service.
“A very stress free experience. Received the E-ticket well in advance. First class! Great snacks an cool drinks available and the best coffee ever.”
First-class Ella–Nanu-Oya train with reserved seats, air-con comfort, tea-plantation views, and small-group coordination in 5 hours.
“Me gusto mucho, sobretodo la comunicación proactiva por parte de Ceylon pass. Nos avisaron con tiempo quien nos recogería, cuando, la matrícula y donde estaban aparcados. Además nuestro conductor Fahad era muy amable y nos dio unas bebidas para el camino”
Reserved e-ticket seats for the scenic Ella to Ambewela train to reach Nuwara Eliya area, with simple entry and about 3 hours on board.
“a great option if you are booking last minute as there are often no more tickets left at the train station We had guaranteed second class seats with windows that open”
Take a scenic train from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, then see Lake Gregory, Ramboda Falls, and the Blue Field Tea Factory for Ceylon Tea.
“Tolle Fahrt mit dem Zug und zurück mit einem sehr kundigen, netten und guten Fahrer! Thanks Indika!”
Sri Lanka hill country in 2 days: Blue Train views, Kandy Temple and cultural show, Peradeniya gardens, and Nuwara Eliya tea.
“A great tour with a competent and knowledgeable guide. He took our wishes into account and only drove to the places that actually interested us. 👍”
Reserved-seat Blue Train tickets from Ella to Colombo with printed seat numbers, hotel delivery, and optional pickup for a smoother 9-hour ride.
“I booked two reserved seat 2nd class train tickets for my partner and I to travel from Ella to Colombo. We paid a lot more that you would do if you bought them directly from the station, but you’re paying for the service more than anything else. Read more”
Private Ella day trip with Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arch Bridge, tea garden, Rawana Falls, plus a scenic train ride to Bandarawela.
“Our day in Ella was unforgettable! We started at the stunning Nine Arches Bridge, followed by a short scenic train ride through the hills — peaceful and picturesque.”
The cultural triangle, the hill country, the wildlife parks and the south coast, all on one island.
