Ella to Kandy: A Scenic Journey by Train and Car or Van

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Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

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3 to 3.5 hrs (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The experience begins at Ella Railway Station, where you board the train to Nanu Oya for one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic hill-country journeys. Departing Ella at 9:52 AM or 3:52 PM, the train travels through lush tea plantations, mist-covered mountains, cascading waterfalls, peaceful valleys, and charming local villages. Along the way, it stops at picturesque stations such as Bandarawela, Diyatalawa, Haputale, Idalgashinna, Ohiya, and Pattipola before arriving at Nanu Oya. After the train journey, enjoy a comfortable private transfer from Ambewela to Kandy by air-conditioned car or van. Relax as your English-speaking chauffeur drives through winding mountain roads and beautiful highland scenery, concluding your memorable journey at your hotel in Kandy.

What's Included

Transport throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Pick-up from Nanu Oya Railway Station.
Ella to Nanu Oya train ride.
Service of an English-Speaking chauffeur Driver.
All Taxes & Service Charges.
Hotel drop-off to Kandy.
Food or drinks.
Expenses of personal nature.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Once you make a reservation with us, we will contact you in advance and provide you with all the necessary pick-up instructions.

Drop-off point
Kandy

We will drop you off at your hotel in Kandy.

What to expect

Travel from Ella to Nanu Oya on one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic hill-country train journeys. Departing Ella at 9:52 AM or 3:52 PM, the train passes lush tea plantations, mist-covered mountains, waterfalls, villages, and picturesque stations, including Bandarawela, Diyatalawa, Haputale, Idalgashinna, Ohiya, and Pattipola. Arrive in Ambewela at approximately 12:16 PM or 6:06 PM, then continue comfortably to your Kandy hotel by private air-conditioned car or van with an English-speaking chauffeur.

Includes the Ella–Nanu Oya train ride, private transfer to Kandy, hotel drop-off, taxes, and service charges. Excludes Ella hotel pickup, food, drinks, and personal expenses. First- or second-class seats are provided subject to availability. Please reserve at least 10 days in advance.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Lakpura LLC

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Rail Services
Private Drivers
Rail Transfers
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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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