kandy to ella private day tour

5.0 (7 reviews) Kandy, Sri Lanka
Duration9h - 12h
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

This is a unique tour from Kandy where you can truly experience the beauty of Nuwara Eliya and Ella, its scenic views, while also learning about the tea process.

You will see beautiful waterfalls and tea plantations where you can go close to them. Out of the 2 waterfalls, one is a short downhill walk through a hotel, and the other is a 25-minute climb of steps, which is optional.

The tour can also be customized as you wish, adding different destinations.

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What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • English speaking Driver
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees for the location

What to expect

  1. Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden
    1h · Admission ticket included
    A tour through the tea factory which shows the process of how Sri Lankan tea is made and a complimentary cup of tea amidst gorgeous views of the tea plantation. This is also an ideal place to buy some souveneir tea for your friends and family or just to take home a piece of Sri Lanka with you. The drive to this place will take about 25 minutes and the tour of the tea factory and cup of tea afterwards would take about half an hour..
  2. Ramboda Waterfall
    1h · Admission ticket included
    A short climb to the top of a gorgeous waterfall. It is possible to have a swim here if the weather is good, however please be aware that the water can be very cold and it will the water level can be increased suddenly.
  3. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Seetha Amman Temple, or Seetha Eliya Seethai Amman Thirukkovil, also known as Ashok Vatika Sita Temple, is an ancient Vaishnavite Hindu temple located in the Nuwara Eliya District of Central Sri Lanka. The temple's folklore is deeply connected to the Hindu epic, the Ramayana.
  4. Post Office Nuwara Eliya
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The post office is housed within a beautiful Tudor mansion; complete with spires and a clock tower. The bright orange roofs and red bricked walls of the sprawling building form a colorful contrast with the manicured lawns and perfectly pruned hedges. Constructed in 1894 for the sole purpose of dealing with the mail of the British Colonials at the time; this century-old post office is one of the oldest in the country, whilst also being one of the oldest buildings in Nuwara Eliya.
  5. Gregory Lake
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    End the tour either with an optional drop at the Gregory Lake or back to your hotel. The drive from the waterfall back to the city/Gregory Lake would take around 40 minutes..
  6. Nine Arches Bridge
    1h
    The bridge, also called the "Bridge in the Sky," spans 91 meters in length and 24–30 meters in height, featuring nine elegant arches built without steel support.
    Constructed between 1919–1921 during British colonial rule, local engineers completed it using stone and cement when steel supplies were diverted for World War I. Elephants transported materials across the hilly terrain, and skilled craftsmen shaped the stones.
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    The Nine Arch Bridge is located between Ella and Demodara railway stations, surrounded by lush tea plantations and forests, making it one of Sri Lanka's most photographed landmarks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick up all travelers from their hotel.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • It is convenient to contact on WhatsApp or other social media. +94719629331

Cancellation policy

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

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