Discover the Soul of Sri Lanka

This tour is designed around Sri Lanka’s most iconic experience: slow scenic train travel through breathtaking landscapes. The journey connects the cultural capital Kandy with the misty highlands of Ella, offering an immersive way to experience the island’s natural beauty and heritage. Travelers move at a relaxed pace, allowing time to enjoy tea-covered mountains, waterfalls, rural villages, tunnels, and colonial-era railway charm. Instead of rushing between destinations, the focus is on the journey itself—especially the world-famous hill country train ride, considered one of the most beautiful train routes in the world. This concept blends culture in Kandy, scenic rail adventure, and hill country exploration in Ella, making it ideal for travelers seeking photography, nature, and authentic local experiences.

Journey Route

Itinerary

Day-by-day journey

Day 1

Day 1 – Arrival in Colombo

Colombo

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Arrive at Bandaranaike Airport and transfer to Colombo. Relax or enjoy a short city tour covering Galle Face Green & Independence Square. Evening leisure at beach promenade. Distance: Airport → Colombo ~35 km

Accommodation

Galle Face Hotel • Marino Beach Colombo • Ramada by Wyndham Colombo

Meals

Dinner

Travel Time

1.00 hours

Distance

35.00 KM

How We
Plan Your Journey

Perfect for travelers seeking a curated luxury escape shaped around destinations, stays, attractions, activities and personal travel style.

Attractions

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Colombo National MuseumColombo Port City PromenadeGangaramaya TempleGalle Face GreenElla RockDutch Period MuseumIndependence SquareKandy View PointLittle Adam’s PeakLotus TowerNine Arches BridgeSeema Malaka TempleRoyal Palace of KandyRavana CavePettah MarketTemple of the Sacred Tooth RelicViharamahadevi Park

Activities

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Arcade Independence SquareColombo Lotus TowerGadaladeniya TempleGangaramaya TempleDutch Period MuseumElla Rock hikeHigh tea experienceKandy cultural dance showLittle Adam’s Peak hikeOne Galle Face MallRavana FallsRavana CaveSri Lankan cooking class

Hotels

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Galle Face HotelMarino Beach ColomboRamada by Wyndham ColomboHeaven Seven KandyHotel TopazKings PavilionMahaweli Reach HotelEarl's RegencySecret Heaven Kandy88th ELLA98 Acres Resort & SpaOak Ray Ella Gap HotelEKHO Ella

Highlights

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Iconic Sri Lanka scenic train journeys (Colombo–Kandy & Kandy–Ella)UNESCO heritage Temple of the Tooth, KandyStunning Ella Nine Arch Bridge & Little Adam’s PeakLush tea plantation landscapes & waterfalls

Inclusions

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Airport pickup and departure transfersServices of a professional English-speaking chauffeur guideAccommodation in hotels/resortsAll government taxes and service chargesTrasnportComplimentary bottled water during transfers and excursionsMeet and greet assistance at the airport upon arrivalHotel pick-up and drop-off24/7 on-tour assistance and customer supportPrivate luxury air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tourHotel pickup and dropWater bottle

Cancellation Policy

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Cancellations made within 30 days of arrival may incur cancellation charges.Free cancellation for hotel reservations up to 30 days prior to arrival, subject to hotel policies.Day tours can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours prior to the tour starting time.50% advance payment is required at the time of booking confirmation for Sri Lanka arrangements.No-show bookings and unused services are non-refundable.