Chilly Emerald Mountains

8 days / 7 nights

Chilly Emerald Mountains

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Pickup

Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake

Route

Kandy
Nuwara Eliya
Ella
Hatton

Vehicle

Private car or van (air conditioned)

Driver

Experienced, friendly, English-speaking driver

Stay

Three, four or five-star hotel

Meals

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 1

Arrive in Kandy (approx. 3 hrs. – 115km)

Kandy is well-known for its culture and beauty, and it is considered a sacred city by all Buddhists due to the presence of the Dalada Maligawa (temple of the sacred tooth relic) in the center of the city. Not far from Kandy, the Royal Botanic Gardens, also known as Peradeniya Botanical Garden, offers a great collection of orchids, and other flora and fauna including medicinal plants and palm trees. King Wickramabahu III established the Royal Botanic Garden in 1371. The botaniphiles have the chance to study the plant diversity of the Royal Botanic Gardens at the National Herbarium.

Activities

Arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka
Greetings by your representative & your chauffer at the airport
Proceed to Kandy
En route, visit the Millennium Elephant Foundation
Visit the Three Temple Loop; Embekke, Lankathilaka, and Gadaladeniya
Check into your hotel in Kandy and relax
Visit Brass Crafters Home
Pay a visit to a gem museum
Visit Dalada Maligawa (The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic)
In the evening, witness the Kandy cultural show
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional) at the hotel

When night comes to life

The vibrant cultural show

Iconic Kandy Lake

Craftsmanship of ancient architects

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 2

Kandy

Activities

Rise up to a bright morning in sacred Kandy
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel in Kandy
Stroll along the Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
Explore Udawattakele Forest Reserve (optional)
Tour around old Kandy
Visit Ranweli Spice Garden
Go on a shopping spree
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional) at the hotel

The warmth in the sky

Fresh from the earth

Feeling one with nature

The spice gardens

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 3

Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (approx. 3 hrs. – 77km)

Do not miss the chance to board the train in the early morning and travel through clouds and misty lush landscapes of the central hills of Sri Lanka, with phenomenal views unfolding along the way. For those seeking a truly authentic experience of a different culture and to enjoy the best of nature along this route, we recommend the second and third-class carriages, which do not have pre-booked seats and have open windows with air gushing through. As the train reaches the Central hills, passengers can enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding scenery, which includes endless tea plantations, majestic misty mountains, lush greenery, hilly wilderness, small waterfalls, and villages.

Activities

Wake up early morning dreaming of the scenic train ride
Have your delicious breakfast buffet from the hotel
Check out from the hotel in Kandy
Enjoy the scenic train journey from Kandy to Nanu Oya (optional)
Take a car ride to Nuwara Eliya
Check into the hotel in Nuwara Eliya and relax
Visit a charming tea plantation and a Ceylon tea factory
Tour around Nuwara Eliya (Little England)
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a Sri Lankan beer (optional) at the hotel

Embark on a train ride

Milky waterfalls beside tea gardens

Delightful appetizers

A breezy sail with scenic views

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 4

Nuwara Eliya

Galway's Land National Park is a dense forest and an excellent wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka. It is situated within the city limits of Nuwara Eliya in Sri Lanka. This National Park was declared a sanctuary in the year 1938. Aside from the incredible bird life, the park has valuable floral species of both native and foreign origin. Visit Horton Plains if you want to go on a hike with spectacular views. Witness a sacred cultural heritage of Sri Lankans by visiting the Seetha Amman Kovil, which rests beside a gentle stream. Enjoy this vacation, which is both adrenaline-kicking and relaxing.

Activities

Wake up to the misty sky with the cold bliss in Nuwara Eliya
Enjoy your hotel breakfast buffet at the hotel in Nuwara Eliya
Go on a wildlife safari at Galway’s Land National Park
Visit the Ambewala Farm
Hike the Single Tree Hill to see the entire Nuwara Eliya town
Visit Horton Plains National Park (optional)
Quick stop at Seetha Amman Kovil
Visit Adisham Bungalow (optional)
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a glass of red wine (optional) at the hotel

The tea breeze

Sacred heritage of Sri Lanka

The misty mountains

Charming tea gardens

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 5

Nuwara Eliya - Ella (approx. 2hrs. – 55km)

Ella is surrounded by waterfalls, tea plantations, and mountain ranges in the heart of Sri Lanka. Ranked as one of the must-see places on the island, it has always been a favorite attraction for adventurers and nature lovers. Ella offers a variety of activities that will thrill your bones out, ranging from hiking, bathing in natural ponds of foamy waterfalls, scenic train rides, and historical wonders like the Nine Arches Bridge and the list goes on. Stay in a luxury hotel and enjoy the wonders of nature in Ella with your loved ones.

Activities

Wake up to the gloomy bliss in Nuwara Eliya
Enjoy your breakfast buffet at the hotel in Nuwara Eliya
Swim in the natural pools of Ravana Falls
Check into the hotel in Ella to relax
Hike Ella Rock (optional)
Check into your hotel in Ella
Refresh yourself and enjoy your time in the hotel
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a Sri Lankan beer (optional) at the hotel

The endless beauty of nature

Purple skies and emerald mountains

Instagram-worthy locations

The reward for a challenging hike

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 6

Ella

Activities

Rise up to a refreshing morning in Ella
Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at the hotel in Ella
Go on a thrilling flight at Ravana Zip Line
Explore Ravana’s Cave
Visit the popular Nine Arches Bridge
Go on a hike at Little Adam's Peak
Rest during the evening at the hotel
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a Sri Lankan beer (optional) at the hotel

Misty mornings

Scenery that takes your breath away

Feel the essence of nature

Views that steal your heart

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 7

Ella - Hatton (approx. 2hrs. – 55km)

Hatton is a little town that sits on the hills of the island. Hatton is placed in the hills of the island. Standing at an elevation of around 4,000 feet above sea level, this is one of the more pleasant and breezy places to visit on the island. While in Hatton, remember to sip a cup of locally produced tea and admire nature, along with activities that fit your mood.

Activities

Rise up to a beautiful morning in Ella
Enjoy a warm breakfast buffet at the hotel in Ella
Check out from the hotel
Visit Diyaluma Falls
Visit Adma Agro Strawberry Farm Shop
Quick stop at St. Clair’s Falls and Victoria Museum
Quick stop at Devon Falls
Check into the hotel in Hatton and refresh yourself
Visit the Castlereagh Reservoir (optional)
Visit Christ Church Warleigh (optional)
Enjoy a dinner buffet with a Sri Lankan beer (optional) at the hotel

Foamy cascade of water

Emerald tea gardens

Nerve-wrecking adventures

Scenic mountain ranges

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

Day 8

Departure (approx. 4 hrs. - 120km)

Activities

Wake up to a cozy morning in Hatton
Enjoy a scrumptious breafast at the hotel in Hatton
Check out from the hotel
The chauffer will meet you in the lobby to drop you at the airport and bid farewell before your flight

Hotels:

Four stars or similar

Meals:

Breakfast and dinner are included. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals are available on request.

What the price includes

Accommodation
Private air-conditioned vehicle and an English-speaking chauffeur guide (as mentioned above)
Local government taxes & service charges
1 liter of bottled water a day
Breakfast buffet
Dinner buffet
Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites

What the price does not include

Visas
Insurance
Lunch is excluded unless mentioned
Optional tours and activities
Flights
Airport taxes
Camera & video permits at cultural sites
All expenses of personal nature
Tips and portage
Alcohol
All entrance fees to tourist and other attractions not specified above

Confirmation policy

Confirmation terms differ between peak and off-peak dates. We set them out in writing when you book, so you know exactly where you stand.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms vary with the season too. We give you the exact terms in writing at the time of booking.

Child policy

Children aged two to six receive a 60 percent discount on the per-person adult rate for transfers, excursions and package tours, provided they share a room with two adults.
Children aged seven to twelve receive a 50 percent discount on the per-person adult rate for transfers, excursions and package tours, provided they share a room with two adults.
These discounts apply to a maximum of two children per party. A child who needs a separate room is charged as an adult.

Payments

Once you send us your booking details, we start the reservations and issue an invoice for the final tour cost. You can pay using any of the methods below.

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