Nuwara Eliya from Colombo (2 Days)

Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

(SKU: LK10203011) Memorable Ceylon is a short, single night, 2-day tour in the beautiful hill country of Sri Lanka. Visit the scenic hill country, surrounded by the evergreen valleys and tea estates. Explore a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha in Kandy and learn of its rich and elaborate history. Climb the cold, misty peaks of Horton Plains National Park and reach the World’s End, where your view will allow you to see Sri Lanka from thousands of meters above sea level. Explore the beautiful, cozy little town of Nuwara Eliya, deemed ‘Little England’ by the British during their rule in Colonial Ceylon several hundred years ago.

Options

By Small Van with A/C

LK10010302: Van (Standard) with A/C which can accommodate maximum of (5) passengers and (5) check-in, (5) carry-on luggage.
Pickup included

By Car (Standard) with A/C

LK10010301: Car (Standard) with A/C which can accommodate maximum of (2) passengers and (2) check-in, (2) carry-on luggage.
Pickup included

By Bus (Standard) with A/C

Pickup included

By Large Van with A/C

LK10010303: Van (Large) with A/C which can accommodate maximum of (8) passengers and (8) check-in, (8) carry-on luggage.
Pickup included

What's included

  • 2 x 500ml Water Bottles per Person per Day.
  • Transport in a Private Vehicle, Fuel, Parking & Highway tolls.
  • Service of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
  • All prevailing taxes and service charges.
  • Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
  • Entrance fees to the respective sites.
  • Chauffeur Guide's Accommodation.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • Visa and Related Expenses.
  • Tips & Portages.

What to expect

Day 1: Colombo > Kandy > Nuwara Eliya
  1. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.
  2. Blue Field Tea Factory
    1h
    Tea Factory and a plantation where you would see how the world’s famous “Ceylon Tea” is manufactured. In 1824 a tea plant was brought to Ceylon by the British from China and was planted in the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya for non- commercial purposes. James Taylor was a British citizen who introduced commercial tea plantation in Sri Lanka (Ceylon). He arrived to Sri Lanka in 1852 and settled down in Loolecondera estate in Kandy. Today even people who have never heard of Sri Lanka are familiar with Ceylon tea, which is known for its quality.
Day 2: Nuwara Eliya > Horton Plains > Colombo
  1. Horton Plains National Park
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit the beautiful Horton Plains National Park in Ohiya, with its montane grasslands and cloud forests. Enjoy the majestic views from the precipice of World's End and the cooling sprays from Baker's Falls. Catch glimpses of the many endemic fauna that make their home in the plains. Get to know more about the archaeological finds that were discovered in the area.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Comfortable clothes and hats recommended.

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