Ella Private Car Tour Experience

Galle, Sri Lanka
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Duration13h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the natural beauty of Ella on a full-day tour from Galle. Begin with hotel pickup and travel to the serene Buduruwagala Rock Temple, home to ancient Mahayana Buddhist statues set in a peaceful forest setting. Continue to the iconic Ravana Waterfall, one of Sri Lanka’s widest and most photographed waterfalls.

Arrive in Ella, a charming hill town known for its cool climate and scenic landscapes. Visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge, a colonial-era engineering marvel surrounded by lush greenery, then hike Little Adam’s Peak for stunning panoramic views.

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant of your choice before experiencing the Flying Ravana Mega Zip Line, South Asia’s longest dual zip line, soaring over tea plantations. Later, visit the Halpewaththa Tea Factory to learn about tea production and enjoy a fresh cup of Ceylon tea. End the day with a scenic train ride from Ella to Demodara before returning to your hotel with unforgettable memories.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Dinner
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast

What to expect

  1. Buduruwagala Temple
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The Buduruwagala Temple is an ancient Buddhist site in Sri Lanka renowned for its stunning rock-carved statues dating back to the 10th century CE. The name itself means "the rock with the statue of the Buddha," and it features seven figures, dominated by a colossal standing Buddha image.
  2. Ravana Ella Falls
    30m
    The Ravana Waterfall, also known as Ravana Ella Falls, is one of the most popular and iconic natural attractions in Sri Lanka. It is a stunning cascade located in the scenic hill country town of Ella.
  3. Nine Arches Bridge
    1h 30m
    The Nine Arch Bridge, also known as the "Bridge in the Sky" (Ahas Namaye Palama in Sinhala), is an iconic colonial-era railway bridge in Ella, Sri Lanka, renowned for its stunning architecture and scenic surroundings amidst lush tea plantations and misty mountains.
  4. Little Adam's Peak View Point
    2h
    The Little Adam's Peak View Point in Ella, Sri Lanka, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding tea plantations, valleys, and the imposing Ella Rock, all via a relatively easy and accessible hike. The peak is 1,141 meters (3,743 ft) high, but the trail is well-maintained with clear paths and stairs, suitable for most fitness levels and families.
  5. 2h · Admission ticket included
    The Halpe Tea Tour (specifically at the Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory) in Hela Halpe, near Ella, provides an immersive experience into the world of authentic Ceylon tea production, from the plantation to the final cup. It is one of the largest and most popular tea factories in the Uva region.
  6. 30m
    The train ride from Ella to Demodara is a short, highly scenic journey through Sri Lanka's hill country, famous for colonial-era engineering and lush landscapes.
  7. 1h
    Several excellent spice gardens are available in and around Ella, Sri Lanka, many of which are associated with popular cooking schools to provide a complete culinary experience. These gardens allow visitors to see, smell, and taste fresh spices like cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom, and clove, directly from the plant.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Please be ready at your hotel lobby or main entrance at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
Your driver/guide will arrive in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and will ask for the lead traveler’s name.
Exact pickup time will be confirmed via WhatsApp or Viator message the day before the tour.
Pickup times may vary depending on traffic and the order of hotel pickups.
We will reconfirm your exact pickup time one day before the tour.
Please provide a WhatsApp number for easy pickup coordination.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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