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Experience three sides of Sri Lanka in just two days: travel from Colombo to Ella’s green hill country, enjoy a scenic train ride across the Nine Arch Bridge, then head to Yala for a wildlife safari. It’s a compact journey combining mountain scenery, a memorable rail experience and Sri Lanka’s famous wildlife.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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Colombo (Pass by)
Depart Colombo early in a private, air-conditioned vehicle and travel to Ella, allowing time for comfort and meal stops along the way. After lunch, take a short train ride from Ella towards Demodara, crossing the Nine Arch Bridge. Your vehicle will meet you at the agreed station, subject to the train schedule. Check in to your Ella accommodation and enjoy the evening at leisure.
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1Nine Arches Bridge
See Ella’s famous stone railway bridge, framed by forest and tea-covered hills. Enjoy time for photos.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Demodara
Take a short ride through the hill country, passing the Nine Arch Bridge and surrounding scenery. Train departure depends on the railway timetable.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Little Adam's Peak View Point
Take a scenic walk up this popular Ella viewpoint for wide views across the hills and valleys.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Viewpoint Green Canyon @ Ella Mt Heaven
Pause to admire the dramatic gap between Ella’s mountain ranges, with views stretching towards the southern plains.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory Tour
Learn how Sri Lankan tea is made and see the processing stages, subject to factory opening hours and availability.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Yala National Park
Explore the park by 4×4 jeep with a safari driver, looking for elephants, crocodiles, deer and birdlife.
4 minutes • Admission ticket included
Colombo to Ella with a scenic train ride
Ella to Yala and Colombo
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- All visitors to Buddhist and Hindu temples are expected to remove footwear and hats. Also shoulders and knees should be covered
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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