Hill Country Adventure
Escape to the serene landscapes and natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s cool central highlands on a soft adventure through misty mountains, rolling tea estates, and cascading waterfalls – discover cultural gems in Kandy, trek through cloud forests in Horton Plains, ride the iconic hill country train to Ella, one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world, hike to the Little Adam’s Peak viewpoint, visits tea plantations, and take time time to relax in charming towns like Nuwara Eliya.
Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, travel to Kandy, the cultural capital nestled in the hills. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and enjoy a cultural performance in the evening. Overnight stay in Kandy.
Stroll around Kandy Lake, explore the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, and visit a nearby tea museum or gem museum. Enjoy a peaceful hill-country atmosphere before heading deeper into the mountains. Overnight in Kandy.
Scenic drive through misty hills and tea estates en route to Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England.” Stop at Ramboda Falls and a working tea factory to learn about Ceylon tea. In the afternoon, explore Gregory Lake and the colonial-style town. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Early morning trek in Horton Plains National Park to reach World’s End and Baker’s Falls. Afterwards, visit Ambewela Dairy Farm or relax in the cool climate. Optional: high tea at the Grand Hotel. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
Board the famous hill country train from Nanu Oya to Ella, one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world. Arrive in the laid-back town of Ella, surrounded by tea plantations and rolling hills. Overnight stay in Ella.
Hike to Little Adam’s Peak for panoramic views, then visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge. Continue to Ravana Falls and explore Ella Gap. Enjoy a relaxing evening in town or at your eco-lodge. Overnight in Ella.
Travel back to Colombo by road, enjoying the changing scenery as you descend from the highlands. Depending on your flight time, stop at Ratnapura or enjoy a short Colombo city tour before transferring to the airport for departure.
- Kandy – Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Kandy Lake, Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, Cultural dance show
- Ramboda Falls – Stunning waterfall en route to Nuwara Eliya
- Nuwara Eliya – Tea plantations & factory visit Gregory Lake Nuwara Eliya town (colonial buildings & markets) Grand Hotel (optional high tea)
- Horton Plains National Park – World’s End Baker’s Falls Ambewela Dairy Farm
- Scenic Train Journey – Nanu Oya to Ella
- Ella Little Adam’s Peak Nine Arches Bridge Ravana Falls Ella Gap
- Colombo (if time permits)
- City highlights or quick sightseeing before departure