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The train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella is one of the world’s most scenic rail trips, making it a must for experiencing the full beauty of Sri Lanka’s heartlands. Skip the headache of buying the right tickets for the journey with this reservation package, which books your tickets across your choice of coach class, and delivers the e-versions direct to you in advance. All you then need do is settle aboard and soak up the scenery—easy.
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Train Tickets from Nanuoya/ Ambewela (NuwaraEliya) to Ella
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Explore Nuwara Eilya on this half day guided sightseeing tour. You’ll be picked up at your hotel, and then taken to visit several places. First will be Ramboda Waterfall for a short hike and a swim if you like, then to Damro Labookellie Tea Lounge for a tour of the factory and tea fields. Finally you’ll visit the Post Office, originally built by Scottish hands 200 years ago.
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Nuwara eliya Tea Picking/testing & Waterfalls Tours with Tuk Tuks
4 hours 30 minutes
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Experience the Ramboda Falls, Sri Lanka’s tea-making processes, and select Nuwara Eliya sights without transportation stress on this private tour. Traveling by tuk-tuk or car with a driver-guide providing commentary, you’ll cover and learn more than you likely could independently in the same time. Choose from different departures, and rack up the sights and activities: From seeing the rushing falls to experiencing tea factories, tastings, and a crop of Nuwara’s top landmarks.
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Nuwaraeliya Tea Factory and WaterFall Tour’s With DMJ Tours
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Start your day with a visit to the iconic Sigiriya Lion Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka’s most renowned landmarks. Ascend the ancient rock fortress, marveling at its impressive frescoes, the Mirror Wall, and the sprawling ruins of the royal palace at the summit. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and reflect on the historical and architectural significance of this ancient marvel. After exploring Sigiriya, indulge in a delicious Sri Lankan traditional lunch, savoring the rich flavors and spices that define the island’s cuisine. In the afternoon, head to Minneriya National Park for an exciting half-day Jeep Safari. Traverse the park’s diverse landscapes, including lush forests and open grasslands, in search of South Asia's largest elephant gatherings. Witness these majestic creatures up Conclude the day with a sense of awe and fulfillment, having experienced two of Sri Lanka's most iconic attractions in a single, unforgettable adventure.
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Sigiriya Hike & Minneriya Safari Private Full Day Tour
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Explore the cave temple complexes at Sigiriya and Dambulla on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide and head to Dambulla Cave Temple. After some time there, continue to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and admire the lion-shaped rocks and cave temples. At the end of the day, return to your hotel.
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Sigiriya Rock & Dambulla Cave Temple Private Guided Day Trip
7 to 9 hours
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Discover the enchanting beauty of Nuwara Eliya on this private day tour, highlighting the region's rich tea culture and stunning natural landscapes. Visit the Damro and Blue Field Tea Factories to learn about traditional tea production, enjoy tastings, and purchase fresh Ceylon tea directly from the source. Experience the tranquility of Ramboda Falls and Puna Falls, where you can relax and capture perfect photographs amidst lush greenery. Guided by an expert, travel comfortably through the scenic hill country and delve into the history and culture of this picturesque area, making it an ideal adventure for both tea lovers and nature enthusiasts. - Private day tour exploring Nuwara Eliya's tea culture and waterfalls - Visit renowned tea factories with guided tours and tastings - Relax at Ramboda Falls and Puna Falls, perfect for photography - Knowledgeable guide ensures a rich cultural experience throughout the tour
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Nuwara Eliya 2 Tea Factory Tea Test &Pick 2 Waterfalls Nature Day
6 to 7 hours
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Horton Plains National Park • Duration for this journey is 6 hours. • It is a nice tour. • during the tour you can see Nice places, View points, Grater worldsend, Mini worldsend, Chimini pool Baker's waterfall. • Horton plains national park is a good place to birds watching. • We can arrange you a really nice service
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Horton Plains National park in Nuwara eliya
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When you book a Hurulu Eco Park jeep safari you can meet your experienced safari rider at your hotel or meeting place for your evening safari. This Hurulu Eco Park Jeep Safari will last for 2 1/2 – 3 hours. With a Hurulu Eco Park Jeep Safari you can witness the majestic Sri Lankan elephants and it’s a very common view in Hurulu Eco Park when you are going in a Hurulu Eco Park Jeep Safari. This is a visual that safari goers never gets fed off.
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Hurulu Eco Park Jeep Safari [private,full package]
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UNESCO designated Sri Lanka’s central highlands a World Heritage Site for their outstanding beauty. Experience some of their most dramatic landscapes on this door-to-door private guided tour of Horton Plains National Park and the vertiginous World’s End cliffs. Look out for birds, lizards, bear monkey, and sambar deer as you hike 6 miles (9.5 kilometers) to World’s End, Baker’s Falls, and back to base. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees.
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Horton Plains-World's End Tour From Nuwaraeliya
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• Electric Biking Through Tea Plantations: Ride through lush Ceylon tea regions, covering 25 km of picturesque landscapes. • Incredible Views: Cruise past panoramic views, including tea estates, tea factories (Norwood, Stockholm, Mahanilu, Brunswick), and tea plantation villages. • Cultural Landmarks: Pass by Hindu temples and historical sites like the All Saints Church (built in 1876 during British colonial times). • Scenic Stops: Enjoy incredible viewpoints Bogawanthalawa Valley, • Maskeliya town, Maussakelle, and Adams Peak, with a stop at the Castlereagh View Point for more stunning vistas.
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Tea Loops E-Biking
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Take in Sri Lanka’s serene side on this two-for-one tour. You’ll start with a visit to a tea factory, tasting the ancient remedy, touring fields, and more. Then you’ll break for a visit to the 358-foot-tall Ramboda Waterfall, a beloved spot for swimming and relaxing in the cascade’s mist. One last stop takes you back to tea gardens, where you’ll end your laid-back adventure.
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Nuwara Eliya Tea factory and waterfall tour
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See how and where your favorite cup of tea is produced on a half-day tour of a tea estate. You’ll visit a tea factory to see how the leaves are processed, and pick tea leaves yourself. Admire the beautiful tea fields across the rolling hills and get the chance to ask lots of questions as this is a private tour. Relax over a refreshing cup of high-quality Ceylon tea, too.
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Tea Plucking and Tea Factory Visit from Nuwara Eliya.
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Welcome to Hatton, the Heart of Ceylon’s Tea region! Please join us on one of our special Tea Tours, where you will experience the full “Tea Leaf to Tea pot” process. • Walk amongst the tea in the tea fields • Meet the pluckers • Learn their technique • Visit the tea Pluckers Village & Temple • Visit the weighing stations • Go to the factory, to learn about the processing: o Withering o Rolling o Drying o Shifting o Testing o Packing • Drink freshly made and brewed tea!
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Tea Fields & Factory Tour
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My transport is driven by a Sri Lanka Tourist board certified well experienced well educated about the Sri Lankan culture & hospitality and professional Driver, and My travel agency service has recommended by thousands of tourists around the world, they have experienced the difference and the quality with hospitality service, Especially the safety cleanliness and perfectly knowledgeable about sri lanka, obeying to road rules and concerning about Guest comfort.
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Ella Sir Lanka Most Beautiful Train Ride In the World by Jason
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Sri Lanka’s premier wildlife parks—Minneriya, Kaudulla, and Hurulu Eco Park. Our private safari offers: • Best-park selection on the day: Elephants move between parks depending on season and conditions, so our team chooses the best park to maximize sightings. • Private 4x4 safari jeep: Open sides and elevated seating for amazing views and photography. • Experienced local driver-guides (5+ years): We know the tracks, elephant behavior, and the best timing for a calm, safe safari. • Quiet, respectful experience: We avoid crowds when possible so you can enjoy wildlife without disturbing the animals. • Free pickup & drop-off: From hotels in Sigiriya and Habarana (other areas on request).
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Minneriya Elephant Safari with Driver and Guide
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Sri Lanka was once called Ceylon, and the name still holds for one it’s a major exports: tea. With this tour, skip passive vacation pastimes for a tea plucking experience on a plantation. Get on the field with estate workers, grab the necessary tools, and spend some time picking tea leaves. You’ll also witness all aspects of the tea-making process on a guided tour of a tea factory.
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From Nuwara Eliya: Private Tea Plucking and Tea factory tour
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The Knuckles Mountain Trekking and Hiking from Kandy presents an intriguing opportunity for adventure seekers eager to explore Sri Lanka’s natural beauty. This eight-hour journey winds through lush forests and past cascading waterfalls, all under the guidance of a licensed guide who reveals the area’s rich biodiversity. As the group pauses for a picnic lunch, they connect with the land’s cultural heritage. With all essentials provided, that's the best way to knowledge and being in the nature
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Knuckles five Peaks hiking and Waterfall
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We are provide air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking chauffeur guide. Not included Entrance Tickets. The trekking is 4km and back to Baker’s Falls - 2km. Back to the main entrance approx. 3.5km. The 9.5km round trip takes a leisurely three hours.
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Private Tour in Horton Plains National Park ( World's End) with Pickup
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Polonnaruwa Cultural Site Explore the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa, including temples, palaces, and statues that reflect the grandeur of Sri Lanka's historical past. Gain insights into the history and significance of Polonnaruwa with a knowledgeable guide, enhancing your appreciation of the cultural sites. Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park Safari: Experience the thrill of a wildlife safari, with the chance to witness the gathering of elephants and the diverse flora and fauna of the national park.
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Visiting the Historical Polonnaruwa Ruins and Minneriya Safari
8 to 9 hours
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Horton Plains is a national park in the central highlands of Sri Lanka in an elevation of 2100-2300m (6900-7500ft) and encompasses montane grassland and cloud forest. It is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region. This is also a popular tourist destination. You will enjoy 2-3 hours of walk to experience all these beauties. The Horton plains are the head waters of three major Sri Lankan rivers; the Mahaweli, Kelani and Walawe. The plains' vegetation is grasslands interspersed with montane forests and includes many endemic woody plants. Large herds of Sri Lankan sambar deer feature as typical mammals and the park is also as important for many species of birds not only endemic to Sri Lanka but restricted to Horton plains. The sheer precipice of world's end and Baker's falls are among the tourist attractions of the park.
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Horton Plains Nuwara Eliya Tour
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Get the best from a hike to the World’s End viewpoint in Sri Lanka’s Horton Plains on this private tour from Nuwara Eliya. Trek with a guide to the World’s End escarpment; spotting and learning more about local wildlife than if alone, and stopping at Baker’s Falls. Drink in the bird’s-eye panoramas from the World’s End cliffs and after your return hike, enjoy a tea factory tour and hotel drop-off.
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Horton Plains-World's End Tour and Tea Factory Tour From Nuwaraeliya
5 to 6 hours
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Visit either Minneriya National Park or Kaudulla National Park during this full-day private tour. Both options include complimentary hotel transfers from either Habarana or Minneriya. Get a chance to spot elephant herds, crocodiles, and birds of prey during either a morning or afternoon Jeep safari. Tour packages also include breakfast with coffee or tea and bottled water.
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Minneriya National Park halfday Safari
3 to 4 hours
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Discover the beauty and tea plantations surrounding Nuwara Eliya without using cabs or buses on this customizable private tour. Following Nuwara pickup, ride a car or tuk-tuk with a driver-guide who knows all the best beauty spots. After a tea factory tour and tastings; absorb the full spectacle of the Ramboda Falls from three viewpoints, and choose to swim in its pools if conditions allow. An optional stop at Gregory Lake concludes your experience.
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Half-Day Private Trip to Waterfalls and Tea Factory
3 to 4 hours
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Choose your start time for this private tea-focused tour of Nuwara Eliya. Your dedicated guide will take you to two of three local tea factories: Damro Tea Factory, Blue Field Tea Garden, and OAK RAY Tea Factory and Museum. Enjoy private round-trip transportation and personalized attention that comes with booking a private tour.
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Explore Nuwara Eliya | Experience the Best Tea in the World
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