Highland Comfort
$950
/pax
- 6 Days/ 5 Night
Highlands Tour
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Sri Lanka’s hill country with this 6-day tour. “Highland Comfort” is a scenic journey designed for those who want to immerse themselves in nature, history, and the tranquil charm of misty mountains. Explore vast tea plantations, witness cascading waterfalls, and enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train rides. This package offers a relaxing pace to fully appreciate the cool climate and stunning vistas of Sri Lanka’s highlands.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Colombo → Kandy
Route: Bandaranaike International Airport → Kandy
Distance: ~115–120 km
Drive Time: ~3.0–3.5 hours
Highlights
- Pick up at the airport and drive to Kandy (Cultural Capital, UNESCO-listed city)
- Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, stroll around Kandy Lake
- Traditional Kandyan cultural dance show after sunset
Overnight stay at Kandy.
A scenic drive from the airport brings you straight into the central hills — nice way to ease into the climate and views.
Day 2 — Kandy Sightseeing & Transfer to Nuwara Eliya
Morning in Kandy
- Explore Royal Botanical Gardens or the city viewpoints
- Visit local markets or tea museums
Transfer to Nuwara Eliya
Distance: ~74 km
Drive Time: ~2–3 hours by car (mountain roads with hairpin bends)
Highlights
- Arrive in Nuwara Eliya, known as “Little England” for its colonial charm
- Visit Gregory Lake, stroll through cool climate gardens
Stay: Nuwara Eliya
Day 3 — Tea & Highlands Exploration → Train Option
Morning
- Optional: Visit a tea plantation & factory to see tea making
- See Horton Plains National Park and trek to World’s End & Baker’s Falls (half-day hike)
Afternoon Transfer to Ella
You have two good options:
➡️ By Road: ~65–70 km, ~2.5–3 hrs drive
➡️ By Train: From Nanu Oya (near Nuwara Eliya) to Ella — scenic mountain railway ride ~2.5–3 hours (highly recommended).
Highlights in Ella
- Visit Nine Arch Bridge
- Sunset views from Little Adam’s Peak
Stay: Ella
Day 4 — Ella & Uva Region Adventure
Ella Sightseeing
- Little Adam’s Peak hike (easy trek)
- Nine Arch Bridge photos & rail views
- Option: Ravana Falls or Ravana Caves exploration
Optional Adventure
- Small hikes in the Uva countryside
- Visit Bomburu Ella (wide waterfall, ~15 km from Welimada, ~45 min hike)
Stay: Ella
Day 5 — Scenic Transfer to Kandy (or Back via Nuwara Eliya)
You’ll begin the return leg up into the hills.
Route Option A — Road via Ramboda & Nuwara Eliya
- Ella → Nuwara Eliya → Ramboda Falls viewpoint → Kandy
Distance (approx): ~150–180 km
Drive Time: ~5–6 hours (with waterfall and lookout breaks)
Route Option B — Train then Road
- Train from Ella → Nanu Oya (~2.5–3 hours)
- Drive Nanu Oya → Kandy (~2–3 hours)
(Train ride is very scenic and recommended if you haven’t done it yet.)
Highlights
- Stop at Ramboda Falls
Tea estate viewpoints along the way
Stay: Kandy
Day 6 — Kandy → Colombo / Departure
Distance: ~115–120 km
Drive Time: ~3.0–3.5 hours
Activities (if time allows)
- Last minute city walk or shopping in Kandy market
- Visit Ambuluwawa Tower for panoramic views of the central highlands (optional, short detour near Gampola
Drive back to Colombo or Airport for departure
Tips
- Train rides (especially Nuwara Eliya/Ella) are iconic and scenic — book early (reserved seats recommended).
- Roads in the hills can be winding and slower than flat roads; build buffer time into plans.
- Layered clothing is wise — mornings/ evenings in hill towns are cool.
Optional Stops (if you have extra time)
- Horton Plains National Park trek early morning (World’s End) — requires ~3–4 hrs
- Bomburu Ella / Dunhinda Waterfall for nature lovers
- Tea factory visit with tea tasting.
