Hill Country & Tea Trails
- Days 6
- Nights 5
Colombo-Kandy-Nuwara Eliya-Ella-Haputhale-Colombo
Arrival & Kandy City
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, where a Mistiora Tours representative will warmly welcome you. Begin your journey with a scenic drive to Kandy, the cultural heart of Sri Lanka.
En route, you may visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (optional), home to rescued elephants where you can witness feeding and bathing routines.
Check in at your hotel in Kandy and enjoy a relaxed evening exploring the city or strolling around the scenic lake.
Overnight Stay: Kandy
Highlights:
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Airport meet & greet
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Scenic drive to Kandy
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Optional Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage visit
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Evening leisure
Scenic Tea Estates & Nuwara Eliya
After breakfast, depart for Nuwara Eliya, traveling through lush tea plantations and rolling hills.
Stop at a tea factory to learn about Ceylon tea production, from plucking to packaging, and enjoy tasting freshly brewed tea. Visit spectacular waterfalls along the way and explore Gregory Lake, perfect for relaxing or taking a boat ride.
Overnight Stay: Nuwara Eliya
Highlights:
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Scenic hill-country drive
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Tea factory visit & tasting
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Waterfall stops
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Gregory Lake visit
Scenic Train to Ella
Board one of the world’s most scenic train journeys to Ella, passing through tea-covered hills, misty mountains, and picturesque villages.
Upon arrival, visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, a remarkable colonial-era railway bridge set amidst lush greenery – a perfect spot for photography.
Overnight Stay: Ella
Highlights:
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Scenic train journey
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Rolling tea plantations & highland landscapes
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Nine Arches Bridge visit
Ella Exploration & Hiking
Begin the day with a hike to Little Adam’s Peak, offering stunning panoramic views over valleys, tea plantations, and mountains.
Visit Ravana Falls, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by natural scenery. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring Ella town, local cafes, or simply relaxing in your hotel.
Overnight Stay: Ella
Highlights:
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Little Adam’s Peak hike
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Ravana Falls visit
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Leisure time in Ella
Tea Country Adventure in Haputale
After breakfast, depart for Haputale, a serene hill-country town famous for its breathtaking landscapes.
Stop at Lipton’s Seat, a viewpoint offering 360-degree vistas over tea plantations, mountains, and valleys – a must-visit for tea lovers and photography enthusiasts. Continue exploring nearby tea estates and enjoy the cool hill-country air.
Overnight Stay: Haputale
Highlights:
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Lipton’s Seat viewpoint
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Tea plantation exploration
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Scenic hill-country drive
Departure
After breakfast, transfer back to Bandaranaike International Airport via a scenic drive through the highlands. Reflect on your unforgettable journey through Sri Lanka’s hill country, tea trails, and serene landscapes.
Highlights:
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Scenic highland drive
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End of tour with Mistiora Tours Sri Lanka
