Epic Train Journeys

09 Days 08 Nights

Itinerary

Day 01 - A Soft Landing in the Capital

Arrival in Sri Lanka | Airport ➝ Colombo

Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, your private guide will meet you and transfer you to Colombo, the lively capital. After check-in, take it easy or explore colonial streets and local markets. Optional evening walk through Galle Face Green or dinner at a heritage restaurant.

Overnight Stay: Colombo

Colombo ➝ Kandy (via Train from Peradeniya)

Travel to Peradeniya and board your first scenic train journey to Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the hills. After arrival, check in and visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic, the most sacred Buddhist shrine in Sri Lanka. Enjoy a quiet evening around Kandy Lake or an optional Kandyan dance performance.

Overnight Stay: Kandy

Kandy ➝ Nuwara Eliya by Train (Tea Country Ride)

Board one of Sri Lanka’s most scenic train rides from Kandy to Nanu Oya, weaving through tea plantations, misty forests, and dramatic cliffs. Upon arrival, transfer to Nuwara Eliya, also called “Little England,” for its colonial charm and cool climate. Visit a tea factory, Gregory Lake, or relax at a heritage hotel.

Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya ➝ Ella by Train

Today you’ll enjoy the crown jewel of Sri Lankan rail experiences—the journey from Nanu Oya to Ella. Pass through lush valleys, waterfalls, and eucalyptus forests. Your chauffeur will collect you at Ella Station, and after check-in, you can enjoy a relaxed evening or explore Ella town.

Overnight Stay: Ella

Ella Highlights: Peaks, Bridges & Tea

Begin your day with a sunrise hike to Little Adam’s Peak, offering panoramic views of Ella Gap. Later, visit the photogenic Nine Arches Bridge, and continue with a short visit to a tea estate for fresh tasting. The rest of the day is for relaxing or indulging in an Ayurvedic massage.

Overnight Stay: Ella

 

Ella ➝ Yala (via Ravana Falls)

Leave the hills behind and descend to Yala, Sri Lanka’s most famous national park. En route, stop at Ravana Falls for photos. After check-in to your safari lodge, set out on a sunset jeep safari through Yala National Park, where you might spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and exotic birds.

Overnight Stay: Yala

Yala ➝ Mirissa (Southern Beach Escape)

After a relaxed breakfast, journey to Mirissa, a charming coastal town known for golden beaches and laid-back vibes. Check into your beachfront resort and enjoy a sunset cocktail by the waves. Optional: enjoy a massage or beach yoga session to unwind after your safari.

Overnight Stay: Mirissa

Leisure in Mirissa or Optional Whale Watching

Enjoy your day by the beach. Lounge under the sun or stroll along the palm-lined coast. Between November and April, you can opt for an early morning whale watching tour to spot blue whales and dolphins. In the evening, consider a seafood dinner on the beach.

Overnight Stay: Mirissa

Mirissa ➝ Airport (via Expressway)

After breakfast, your chauffeur will transfer you to Bandaranaike International Airport for your return flight. You depart with unforgettable memories of Sri Lanka’s scenic railways, cultural marvels, wild safaris, and sunny shores.

End of Tour – Ayubowan!