Sri Lanka · Tea Plantation Tours

5-Day Sri Lanka Hill Country and Coastal Tour with Ella Train Ride

5 Days Round trip from Kandy Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, home to over 90 elephants
02 Take a picturesque train trip from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
03 Relax on Tangalle's sandy beaches lined with palm trees
04 See the famous Nine Arch Bridge in Ella
05 Experience coral watching at Hikkaduwa Beach

Embark on a 5-day journey through Sri Lanka's Hill Country and coastal area with a private chauffeur/guide. This tour combines cultural landmarks, tea country scenery, a picturesque train trip from Nuwara Eliya to Ella, and southern beach experiences. Along the way, visit Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, explore Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, and enjoy wildlife and birdwatching in Tangalle. The journey ends with coral watching at Hikkaduwa Beach and a possible stop at Bentota Beach, depending on your departure time.

The journey ends with coral watching at Hikkaduwa Beach and a possible stop at Bentota Beach, depending on your departure time.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Kandy, Bentota, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Pinnawala, Katunayake, Hikkaduwa, Tangalle

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Sri Lanka and Kandy Highlights

Upon arrival at the airport, you will meet your private chauffeur/guide to begin your tour in Sri Lanka. Your first journey in the country takes you to Kandy. On the way, you will stop at Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, one of the biggest orphanages in Sri Lanka and home to over 90 elephants. The location is situated on a coconut plantation, with a river at the other end.

Attractions during the day:

Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage
Kandy Tooth Temple
Sightseeing in Kandy

You will stay overnight in Kandy at a 2/3-star hotel.

Day 02

Royal Botanical Garden and Nuwara Eliya

After an early breakfast, you will be accompanied to the Royal Botanical Garden. After that, you will begin the journey to Nuwara Eliya. On the way, you will stop for a tea factory visit and taste a fresh, hot cup of tea. After visiting the tea factory and tea estate, you will continue to Nuwara Eliya, one of the most picturesque cities in Sri Lanka. Its cool climate and green environment will leave you feeling refreshed.

Attractions during the day:

Tea Factory and Tea Estate
Gregory Lake
Sightseeing in Nuwara Eliya

You will stay overnight in Nuwara Eliya at a 2/3-star hotel.

Day 03

Nuwara Eliya Sightseeing and Ella Train Ride

After breakfast, you will start your day with sightseeing in Nuwara Eliya City. Next, you will enjoy a picturesque train trip from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. Ella is another tourist village in the Hill Country, where jungle mountains and tea estates are common. There are also natural waterfalls near this tourist village.

Attractions during the day:

Train Trip
Nine Arch Bridge

You will stay overnight in Ella at a 2/3-star hotel.

Day 04

Journey to Tangalle and Southern Coast Nature

After breakfast, you will travel to Tangalle and begin enjoying beach life. Tangalle is one of the largest cities in southern Sri Lanka. It has several beaches, a mild climate, and sandy shores lined with palm trees.

Attractions during the day:

Parewella Natural Swimming Area
Hummanaya Blowhole
Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary

You will stay overnight in Tangalle at a 2/3-star hotel.

Day 05

Hikkaduwa Coral Watching and Departure

After an early breakfast, you will travel to Hikkaduwa for coral watching. Depending on your departure time, you will also stop at Bentota Beach, or continue directly to the airport.

Attractions during the day: