Ella Day Tour with Scenic Train Ride From South Coast

5.0 (2 reviews) Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Duration9h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Sri Lanka’s hill country on a private Ella day tour from the South Coast with TravelHikka Tours.

Enjoy a scenic drive to Ella with a stop at the beautiful Ravana Waterfall. Experience a memorable short train ride from Demodara Railway Station to Ella, passing over the famous Nine Arch Bridge. Your private Driver Guide will meet you at Ella Railway Station.

Explore the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, admire its remarkable architecture, and capture beautiful photographs. Enjoy a scenic hike to Little Adam’s Peak for spectacular panoramic views of mountains, valleys, and tea plantations.

Visit Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory, where an experienced guide explains the Ceylon tea making process, followed by a tasting of different tea varieties. Explore Ella town and enjoy lunch at a popular local restaurant.

Travel comfortably with your private driver and discover Ella’s natural beauty, famous attractions, and authentic local experiences in one unforgettable day.

What's included

  • All Sightseeing tickets
  • Train Tickets
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Tea Factory Tour Entrance Fees
  • Private Return Transportation with an experienced Driver Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Zip line Adventure Activity

What to expect

  1. Rawana Falls
    10m
    Visit Ravana Waterfall

    On your scenic journey from Sri Lanka’s southern coast to Ella, enjoy a stop at the beautiful Ravana Waterfall, one of the most famous waterfalls in the hill country. Located alongside the road and surrounded by lush green mountains, this impressive waterfall cascades down a rocky cliff, creating a wonderful natural landscape. Take a short break to admire the waterfall, enjoy the refreshing atmosphere, and capture beautiful photographs before continuing your journey to Ella.
  2. Demodara
    30m
    Scenic Short Train Ride from Demodara to Ella

    Enjoy a beautiful and scenic short train journey from Demodara Railway Station to Ella Railway Station. Along the way, the train passes over the world-famous Nine Arch Bridge, surrounded by lush green tea plantations, tropical forests, and stunning mountain views. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic railway journeys and capture memorable photographs.

    Upon arrival at Ella Railway Station, your private Driver Guide will meet you at the station and continue your tour.
  3. Nine Arches Bridge
    1h
    Visit Sri Lanka’s famous Nine Arch Bridge, one of the most beautiful landmarks in Ella. Take a scenic walk to the bridge and explore its unique stone and brick construction, built without steel reinforcement. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding lush green tea plantations and tropical forest. Walk along the bridge when it is safe and permitted, admire its impressive architecture, and take beautiful photographs in front of this iconic landmark to capture unforgettable memories of your Sri Lankan journey.
  4. Little Adam's Peak View Point
    1h 30m
    Visit and Climb Little Adam’s Peak

    Enjoy a scenic hike to the summit of Little Adam’s Peak in Ella, one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful viewpoints. The climb takes approximately 30–45 minutes each way, with around 350–400 steps along part of the trail. The peak stands about 1,141 metres (3,743 feet) above sea level. Along the way, enjoy refreshing mountain air, lush green tea plantations, and beautiful natural scenery. From the summit, admire breathtaking panoramic views of Ella’s dramatic mountain ranges, deep valleys, and rolling hills. It is a wonderful place to take memorable photographs and experience the natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s hill country.
  5. Ella
    1h
    Explore Ella Town and Enjoy Lunch

    Explore the charming town of Ella, a popular destination in Sri Lanka’s hill country, known for its relaxed atmosphere, beautiful mountain scenery, and vibrant cafés and restaurants. Take a leisurely walk around the town, discover local shops, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. You can also have lunch at one of Ella’s famous restaurants, where you can choose from delicious Sri Lankan traditional dishes or a variety of international cuisines while enjoying the unique charm of this mountain town.
  6. Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory Tour
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit the famous Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory in Ella and discover the fascinating world of authentic Ceylon tea. Enjoy a guided tour with an experienced tea factory guide, who will explain the complete tea making process, from freshly picked tea leaves to the finished product. Learn about the different stages of tea production, including withering, rolling, fermentation, drying, and grading. Finally, enjoy a tea tasting experience where you can sample different varieties of Ceylon tea and discover their unique flavours and aromas while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Sri Lanka’s hill country.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our professional Driver Guide will meet you at your specified hotel or pickup location at the agreed time. We provide a comfortable, air conditioned vehicle suitable for your group size and luggage, ensuring a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable journey throughout your Ella day tour.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a full package activity which includes entrance fees, activity charges, transportation and taxes for above mentioned activities & attractions.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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