15 Best Scenic Train Journeys In Sri Lanka

Ella, Kandy City Tours, Scenic Train Journeys, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Ella to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

/ June 4, 2026

1.Ella to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

Prebook and deliver reserved Ella-to-Kandy train seats to your hotel, with 2nd-class priority and unforgettable tea-and-viaduct views.

Ella to Kandy scenic train journey with reserved seats ticket

/ June 4, 2026

2.Ella to Kandy scenic train journey with reserved seats ticket

Reserve your Ella to Kandy train seats in advance with WhatsApp e-tickets, so you can relax through tea country for about 6 hours.

★ 5.0

“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”

122 reviewsFrom $17.50by We Lanka Tours

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Colombo, Ella, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak, Scenic Train Journeys, Tea Plantation & Factory Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

Ella: Tea Factory, Train, and Nine Arch Day Tour with Pickup

/ June 4, 2026

3.Ella: Tea Factory, Train, and Nine Arch Day Tour with Pickup

Tea factory, Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Waterfall, Little Adam’s Peak, a scenic train ride, and more in one pickup-included Ella day.

★ 4.8

“It was a jam packed day with lots of driving but suited us perfectly as we don’t have much time in Sri Lanka. The driver Krish was super friendly and informative with a happy bubbly attitude. Thank you for a great day!!”

98 reviews16 hoursFrom $140by Apple Vacations Sri Lanka

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Colombo/Negombo: Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella 3-Day Trip with Train

/ June 4, 2026

4.Colombo/Negombo: Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella 3-Day Trip with Train

3 days in Sri Lanka from Sigiriya to Ella by train: Sacred Tooth in Kandy, tea country, sunrise hikes, and Udawalawe elephants.

★ 4.8

“Our 3 day tour of Sri Lanka was phenomenal! Our guide Chethu was amazing! He was promptly on time each day and ensured we had a comfortable and enjoyable journey throughout, ensuring we had regular stops for drinks and food. The tour is quite packed and does involve a lot of walking and climbing up…”

93 reviews3 daysFrom $250by Apple Vacations Sri Lanka

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Ella Sri Lanka, Ella, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak, Scenic Train Journeys, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

From Ella: Ella Unfogettable Day tour & Train Ride Tour

/ June 4, 2026

5.From Ella: Ella Unfogettable Day tour & Train Ride Tour

Ride the Demodera Loop to Ella, stop at Nine Arch Bridge, hike Little Adam’s Peak, swim at Pallawella, and see Ravana Falls.

★ 5.0

“Shifar & Arshad were excellent guides and could not do enough for us. They accompanied us throughout the day providing useful information and facts about each stopping point. They are very knowledgeable and provide a first class photography service! The itinerary was adapted due to low cloud in the morning and the changes fitted perfectly…”

62 reviews7 hoursFrom $37by Ella tuk tuk tours.

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1-Day Tours, Bentota, Multi-Day Sri Lanka Tours, Private, Scenic Train Journeys, Tea Plantation & Factory Tours, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Ella Private Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory-All Inclusive

/ June 4, 2026

6.Ella Private Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory-All Inclusive

Private Ella day trip from Bentota with train ride, Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, Rawana Falls, and tea factory.

★ 5.0

“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”

61 reviewsFrom $190.00by Bentota Travel Mart

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1-Day Tours, Ella, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak, Galle, Scenic Train Journeys, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Day trip to ELLA & LIPTON’s SEAT with Train Ride [ALL INCLUSIVE]

/ June 4, 2026

7.Day trip to ELLA & LIPTON’s SEAT with Train Ride [ALL INCLUSIVE]

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.

★ 5.0

“A very interesting tour with an attentive guide. We thoroughly enjoyed it; we visited many interesting places and took tons of photos. Thank you, the organization was superb✨”

54 reviewsFrom $135.00by SL Wayfarers

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1-Day Tours, Ella Sri Lanka, Scenic Train Journeys, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

From Ella- All inclusive Day Trip of 8 Iconic Sights & Train

/ June 4, 2026

8.From Ella- All inclusive Day Trip of 8 Iconic Sights & Train

Private Ella day trip packing Ravana Falls, Ella Rock, train over Nine Arch Bridge, zipline option, and Little Adam’s Peak.

★ 4.6

“Our trip was amazing and all because of our guide Noan and his brother. They took us to all the places but not only that they got us all the great pictures an looked after us. I couldn't recomend our guide anymore.”

54 reviews1 dayFrom $28by Tiger Safaris

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Colombo, Colombo City Tours, Kandy City Tours, Scenic Train Journeys, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

/ June 4, 2026

9.Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

Prebook reserved 2nd-class seats on the Colombo Fort to Kandy non-stop train, delivered by e-ticket for an $18 service.

★ 4.5

“Helpful staff, but train was over booked. Great price. They are very personal. Sri Lankans are such a friendly culture.”

28 reviewsFrom $18.00by Mahaweli Tours and Holidays

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Ella Sri Lanka, Scenic Train Journeys, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences, Workshops

Ella: First Class Scenic Train Ticket To/From Nanuoya

/ June 6, 2026

10.Ella: First Class Scenic Train Ticket To/From Nanuoya

First-class Ella–Nanu-Oya train with reserved seats, air-con comfort, tea-plantation views, and small-group coordination in 5 hours.

★ 4.2

“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”

19 reviews5 hoursFrom $95by Ceylon Pass

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Ella, Scenic Train Journeys, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Train Tickets from Ella to Ambewela (NuwaraEliya)

/ June 7, 2026

11.Train Tickets from Ella to Ambewela (NuwaraEliya)

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.

★ 4.0

“Beautiful experience..nice .hassle free entry. Great job by viator. I'm frequent traveler. I always use viator sites. Authentic site...good service”

18 reviewsFrom $15.00by Nefelibata Travels

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Kandy, Kandy City Tours, Nuwara Eliya Tours, Scenic Train Journeys, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

From Kandy: Nuwara Eliya by Train

/ June 8, 2026

12.From Kandy: Nuwara Eliya by Train

Take a scenic train from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, then see Lake Gregory, Ramboda Falls, and the Blue Field Tea Factory for Ceylon Tea.

★ 4.4

“driver was on time to pick up us from the hotel. he was very helpful, it was very good day. amazing views of the tea plantations from train.”

15 reviews11 hoursFrom $80by Lakpura®

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2-Day Experiences, Colombo, Kandy City Tours, Nuwara Eliya Tours, Private, Scenic Train Journeys, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

Sri Lanka Private 2-day Tour:Train Trip, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya

/ June 8, 2026

13.Sri Lanka Private 2-day Tour:Train Trip, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka hill country in 2 days: Blue Train views, Kandy Temple and cultural show, Peradeniya gardens, and Nuwara Eliya tea.

★ 4.5

“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. 👍”

15 reviewsFrom $275by Serendipity tours (private) Limited

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Colombo City Tours, Ella, Scenic Train Journeys, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Ella to Colombo Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

/ June 9, 2026

14.Ella to Colombo Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

Reserved-seat Blue Train tickets from Ella to Colombo with printed seat numbers, hotel delivery, and optional pickup for a smoother 9-hour ride.

★ 5.0

“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”

15 reviewsFrom $29.00by Mahaweli Tours and Holidays

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Bentota, Ella, Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam's Peak, Private, Scenic Train Journeys, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

Ella Private Day Tour with Train Ride and Visit to Nine Arch

/ June 9, 2026

15.Ella Private Day Tour with Train Ride and Visit to Nine Arch

Private Ella day trip with Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arch Bridge, tea garden, Rawana Falls, plus a scenic train ride to Bandarawela.

★ 5.0

“I booked a private tour with Sindu based on the reviews. Unfortunately the night before I was informed there would be another passenger. When I queried this I was offered another guide. After my day I would have to say that Armuna is not Read more”

13 reviewsFrom $145.00by Sindu Tours Sri Lanka

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