Private Full Day Tour to Nuwara Eliya from Kandy

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Kandy, Sri Lanka

9 to 10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

With its misty hills and traditional tea plantations, Nuwara Eliya shouldn’t be missed when in Sri Lanka—but getting there from Kandy usually involves staying overnight. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this bespoke private tour covers the highlights in a single day. Sample local brews and get a behind-the-scenes look at tea cultivation, admire the forested scenery from a panoramic viewpoint, and pay a visit to scenic Lake Gregory.

Escape the heat and bustle of Kandy and spend the day in a cooler, tranquil setting
Private tours ensure a personalized experience, adapted to your tastes and tempo
Ride comfortably door to door by air-conditioned vehicle—hotel transfers included
Choice of start times to slot easily into even packed travel schedules

What's Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Free Tea factory visit with Tea samples

Coffee and/or Tea
Gregory park entrance fee 1USD Per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will pick up you from any hotel or any other location as you wish in Kandy city area.

Operating hours

11/19/2019 - 07/15/2027
Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Itinerary

Nuwara Eliya

10 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Most travelers can participate
Travel time is already included in the total duration of the tour
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 23 reviews

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Full day tour from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Jennifer_R, Jan 2026

We had a wonderful day with Harsha. He is an extremely knowledgeable man who speaks excellent English and nothing is ever too much trouble for him. I would highly recommend recommending to anyone.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Dear Madam Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to share an insightful review of your touring experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you. Your wonderful comment and positive feedback are great incentives for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the feature as well. Hope to see you again in Sri Lanka with Mountlanka Tours.

Great tour !!!

Monica_N, Aug 2025

Great tour visiting waterfalls, tea plantations and Nuwara Eliya. The guide was fantastic. 100% recommend it.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

A perfect day

Robin_K, Apr 2024

We had a great expierence, with lots of different activities: we learned a lot about the production of tea, enjoyed great tea, took a little hike at the waterfall, enjoyed the stunning landscape and had a very good lunch at Nuwara Eliya. During all of this our driver, Harsha, took excellent care of us, gave us a lot of information and was very mindful. We were very happy and would definitely do the tour again!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Dear Sir Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to share an insightful review of your touring experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you. Your wonderful comment and positive feedback are great incentives for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the feature as well. Hope to see you again in Sri Lanka with Mountlanka Tours.