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Activity Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Ella to Nuwara Eliya Train & Tuk-Tuk Experience

5.0 (2 reviews) 28 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Ella to Nuwara Eliya Train & Tuk-Tuk Experience

About this activity

Experience a seamless and unforgettable day trip designed especially for travelers arriving by train from Ella to Nuwara Eliya. We personally welcome you at Nanu Oya Railway Station and take care of everything from there — no stress, no planning needed.

Travel in a private tuk-tuk through the stunning hill country, exploring lush tea plantations, visiting a working tea factory, and stopping at hidden waterfalls and breathtaking viewpoints along the way.

What makes this experience truly special is the perfect combination of convenience and authenticity — from train pickup to a fully guided local journey, ending with a comfortable drop-off back in Ella.

This is not just a tour, but a complete door-to-door experience crafted to help you discover the true beauty of Sri Lanka in one memorable day.

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At a glance

Duration
28 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Kips Holidays

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation: “Private tuk-tuk tour from Nanu Oya to Nuwara Eliya with tea factory visit, waterfalls & scenic stops. Relax, explore & return to Ella comfortably.”
  • Included: Nanu Oya Pickup: Nuwara Eliya Tea & Waterfalls Tuk-Tuk Tour

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Enjoy one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world as you travel from Ella to Nuwara Eliya. Pass through misty mountains, lush green tea plantations, and breathtaking landscapes that make this ride truly unforgettable. After arriving in Nuwara Eliya, continue your journey with a guided tuk-tuk tour. Explore hidden waterfalls surrounded by peaceful nature and escape the usual crowded tourist spots. Visit a traditional tea factory and learn how Sri Lanka’s world-famous Ceylon tea is produced. Enjoy a fresh cup of tea while taking in stunning views of the surrounding hills. Experience authentic village life as you travel through small local communities and scenic countryside. Capture amazing photos at beautiful viewpoints along the way. Finally, relax as you are comfortably dropped back to Ella by tuk-tuk, completing a unique and memorable loop experience. This tour is perfect for travelers who want a mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation in one unforgettable journey.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Post Office Nuwara Eliya

  3. Central Market

  4. Nuwara Eliya

  5. Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Tea Garden

  6. Blue Field Tea Factory

  7. Ramboda Waterfall

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • CasabLanka Rest

The easy way to meet when you are doing the train journey from Ella Nanu oya train station is the best point to meet.

And to do the Day trip in Nuwara Eliya,you have to start the train at Ella ,Frist train 7 .00 am approximately, it will reach Nananu oya 9 .30 am .if you are getting second train around 9 am in Ella you will reach Nanu oya around 12 noon. So any train which is reaching to Nanu oya before 2.30 pm ..it's more convenient to explore nuwraveliya .

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Ella to Nuwara Eliya Train & Tuk-Tuk Experience

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