10 Rail Tours in Sri Lanka That You Shouldn't Miss

March 11, 2022 Harland Bartelt

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1. Sri Lanka Tour in 8 Days

Go Tours Lanka
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Few places in the world can offer the traveller such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences within such a compact location. Within a mere area of 65, 610 kilometres lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1, 330 kilometres of coastline - much of it pristine beach - 15 national parks showcasing an abundance of wildlife, nearly 500, 000 acres of lush tea estates, 250 acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25, 000 water bodies, to a culture that extends back to over 2, 500 years. This is an island of magical proportions, once known as Serendib, Taprobane, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, and Ceylon. Discover refreshingly Sri Lanka!

Inclusions: Blue Badge guide, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Safari jeep, Entrace fees, Accommodation

Reviewed By jasonz92

My wife and I just finished an 11 day trip with Ruwan from Go Tours Lanka where he took us all over the country in a comfortable new vehicle. While there are many companies to choose from, I'm VERY happy that I went with this company. We are seasoned travelers and I wanted to find a tour guide/driver that was a safe driver, honest person, respectful and a pleasure to hang out with since this was such a long trip. I'm glad to say that Ruwan met all of the criterias. Ruwan spoke perfect English and was an excellent companion for the entire trip (considering the fact that we had to spend many hours in the car together). He had many great stories and excellent advice for first-time tourists to Sri Lanka. He was a safe driver and was prompt but also flexible around our timing and last-minute changes. We've never had a trip where we had a private driver for the entire trip and this made traveling in Sri Lanka so much easier and stress-free. I would definitely recommend that you contact Ruwan for a quote for your next trip to Sri Lanka as you will be in good hands!

2. 07 Days Amazing Experience

Lanka Tour Host
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Visit Amazing 07 days Tour • Negombo Fish Market & Negombo City • Sigiriya Rock fortress • Dambulla Cave Temple • Herbal garden in Mathale • Tooth Relic Temple • Kandy City Tour • Tea Factories & Tea Gardens  • Water falls • Train Journey from Nanuoya to Ella  • Nuwaraeliya City  • Ella city • Yala National Park ( Jeep Safari ) • Stilt fishermen  • Galle fort • Colombo 

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: When you get the Visa you should pay 12$ for Covid 19 Insurance and 40$ USD for PCR Test.

Reviewed By udithako2021

We travel to down south of Sri Lanka with Mr. Nimal Kodagoda as a three day tour on 24 25 26 of April 2021. He was an experience travel guide along with his care driving. We and my family truely enjoyed our family trip due to his experience was beyond the expected level. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the places that we visited. We had a very comfortable journey with him. Wishing him all the very best in his career life. Thank you.

3. Train Trip Nuwara Eliya (2 Days)

SuduHansa Tours, 46 Station Rd, Ahungalla, Sri Lanka Suduhansa Tours
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We start our journey at luxury car first. We take you to the best Ayurvedic Village in Sri Lanka first. After that, we take you towards the Sri lankas biggest wood carving factory and,Gems and jewelry museum and you will be able to see lots of gems and jewelries there. we are going to the world famous nuwaraeliya city known as the little England. At there, you can walk around the tea gardens and tea making factory also. You will get the opportunity to see the famous Gregory Lake of nuwaraeliya . After, we heading towards the badulla. we are starting our most beautifull journey in our lives , the train journey from Badulla to Kandy...!!! At this particular train journey, you can see most spectacular sceneries such as , beautiful tea gardens, tunnels, waterfalls, mountains can be seen also. Then after at kandy railway station, you will be taking your journey towards the famous sacred tooth relic temple of the kandy. after that we going back to the hotel you stay in.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Train tickets , 01 Night Hotel accommodation - good Star hotel

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Reviewed By ameeshas2020

This was a superb experience to spend the holiday with Sudu hansa boat saffari .Main thing is they have a excellent & friendly customer service.And also no words to explain that amazing experience.thank u soo much Sudu Hansa... for wich u gave safe our lives and ur support.thank u again and highly recommend your saffari service & hope to visit again soon.????????

4. Lanka Loop - 12 Days in Sri Lanka

Waves By Tranquil, 160/9 Poruthota Road, Palangathure, Kochchikade 11540, Sri Lanka Feel Free Travel
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Experience the very best of travelling Sri Lanka in just under 2 weeks. This 12 Day backpacking adventure really does capture everything Sri Lanka has to offer. Think safari’s with wild elephants, lush green tea plantations, golden sandy beaches and super friendly locals. This 2 week trip covers all of your Sri Lanka bucket list spots with local village experiences, temples, surfing, the famous train to Ella and much much more!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, All Activities & Experiences, All Accommodation, Personal Airport Pick Up, All Transport in Sri Lanka, Return Airport Transfer (All flights should be planned no earlier than 2pm on Day 12), Private Facebook group, No Hidden Costs!

Exclusions: Flights to and from Sri Lanka are to be arranged seperately. , Travel Insurance is compulsory to participate in this tour and is not included.

Reviewed By Curious67265075276

What an incredible time I had with this company last year. It was my first time doing anything like this before and I was pretty skeptical to begin with. After chatting on the website I felt way more relaxed and couldn't wait for the trip to start. The whole experience when I was in Thailand was just out of this world. The hotels, activities, experiences and all the locals we met on the tour. What really stood out for me was how friendly the guides were. Matt and all the local guides were just super friendly and they really were more like your friend than a guide or leader. If I had to choose my favourite day it would have to be the day we did the boat trip on Phi Phi. We had the tunes going and the weather was just amazing, we saw reef sharks and a turtle which just blew my mind (I have never seen a turtle before lol). I loved it that much I am planning my next trip with the company as soon as all this COVID stuff is finished. Thanks for a great time and making my first travelling experience so special x

5. 4 Days 3 Nights explore sri Lanka with holiday walkers sri Lanka

Holiday Walkers Sri Lanka
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visit holiday walkers srilanka.we offer absolutely the best in personalized tours in srilanka. we specialized in day tours,guided tours,tailor made tours and much more.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation

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Reviewed By patricklasi

I just got back from a 8 night trip.to.Sri Lanka and was super.amazed by Mr Thilanka from Holiday Walkers. Of course the tour was good. However what impressed me.most was , --about a week before the tour I thought I need to cancel , I had already paid 100%. Thilanka spoke to the hotel and got me a 100 percent refund !!! . We were so.impressed. However, we then proceeded with the tour as planned and had a magnificent time !

6. Highlights Of Sri Lanka- 7 Days Tour

Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka Aruna Sri Tours
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Discover the wonderful holiday destination Sri Lanka with our exclusive tour package of 07 days. The tour would cover up the most popular tourist attractions in Sri Lanka inclusive of the important historical, cultural and ancient cities. In addition, explore the nature and unique wild life in Sri Lanka by visiting the most famous wild life sanctuaries (Minneriya & Yala National Parks) as well. As a whole, this special tour package can be called as Highlights of Sri Lanka. An exciting seven days tour to explore Sri Lanka at its best with the rich cultural heritage of the ancient cities, cool mountain tops of Kandy, the misty tea plantations of hill country and explore Nuwara Eliya, the hill station favored by the British when the heat of the coast got too enervating. The bungalows, climate and ambience evoke an old-fashioned England. This Tour also include a visit to a spice Garden, enjoy Cookery Demonstration and experience with tea plucking.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off as Per Customer Pickup Points, English-Speaking Tour Guide, Vehicle Passenger Insurance, Fuel Charges, Bottled water- two 500 ml bottles per person per day

Exclusions: Accommodation in all hotels , Meals – Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners, Entrance /Admission fees & Jeep safari cost to Minneriya National Park, Entrance /Admission fees to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Entrance /Admission fees to Archeological Sites & Ruins, Polonnaruwa, Entrance /Admission fees to Golden Rock Cave Temple, Dambulla, Entrance /Admission fees to Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy, Entrance /Admission fees to Udawatta Rain Forest, Kandy , Entrance /Admission fees to Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya, Entrance /Admission fees to Cultural show, The Kandyan Arts & Crafts Industrial Center, Train Journey - tickets from Peradeniya to Nanu Oya, Entrance /Admission fees & Jeep safari cost to Yala National Park, Any video / still camera fee to the monuments and places of visit (if Applicable), Tips to guides, restaurants, hotels. Tipping is expected, Personal & any expenses not mentioned in the Inclusions

Reviewed By maxine390

We had a wonderful day with Aruna. He was very courteous, patient and very knowledgeable. We had a very good tour of Kandy and the Tea Factory.

7. Horton Plains Day Tour with Short Train Journey from Ella

Ella, Sri Lanka Overa Tours
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Guided tour to Horton Plains National Park which is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka. Horton Plains national park is the highest plateau in Sri Lanka. It marks the southern boundary of the central highlands. The landscape of Horton plains is very different from the preconceived image of a tropical highland. The park views are dominated by panoramic rolling grass plains, with occasional peaks topped by patches of montane forests, which are blanketed by mists. You will also enjoy a scenic train ride from Ella to Ohiya which is one of the breathtaking train rides in the world.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off will be provided from most closely located in Ella., Train journey to Ella to Ohiya,, Picnic lunch., Entrance fee to Horton Plains National Park., Refreshment and snacks. , Service of English speaking guide throughout the tour., All government taxes.

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Reviewed By 698susannee

So much more than what we expected!! A great place to visit if you are crazy over elephants and leopards

8. Train Tickets to Nanuoya,peradeniya or Kandy from Ella.

Ella Railway Station, Wellawaya-Ella-Kumbalwela Highway, Ella, Sri Lanka Ella Excursions Tours
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You are lucky to enjoy amazing scenic train ride from Ella to Kandy. How we do ? We do book train tickets for you in-advance and our agent will handover your tickets at railway station or we can handover tickets to your hotel. We will inform you train time and all details via email or telephone. What you should do ? You just book our package you are looking right now, and please let us know your hotel details and route (either from Ella to Kandy) and any other requirements. Tickets are subject to availability. In case of unavailability we would book next best available options for you. You agreed to above suggestion by continuing the booking. Notes Terms and Conditions No cancellation & no refund policy apply. Maximum of 5 Tickets would be reserved per one NIC. Standard customer verification and other terms and conditions would apply. Please refer attached NIC OR PASSPORT copy for more information.

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Reviewed By vickyswindon

Guide Dinu could not have been more helpful. He was punctual, very knowledgable and very friendly. He made me feel very comfortable and relaxed. Nothing was too much trouble. I had a great day and would definitely recommend! Dinu is the best guide in Sri Lanka!!! Thank you

9. Sri Lanka Experience - 12 Day

Hotel J, 331 Lewis Pl, Negombo 11500, Sri Lanka INTRO Travel
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Sri Lanka Experience is the absolute best of Sri Lanka in 12 days. You’ll discover fascinating local culture, stunning sunsets, the famous Sigiriya rock fortress, spice gardens, tea plantations, travel the world’s most scenic train journey, spot wild elephants on safari, relax on gorgeous white sandy beaches, learn to surf, enjoy a cultural exchange with Buddhist monks, experience local life and more! With an awesome group leader from the moment you step off the plane, an instant group of friends to share your adventure, amazing accommodation and so much included. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 11 Nights Accommodation, All Transport, Awesome Group Leader, Help with Onward Travel, Visit Local Markets, Ride in a Tuk Tuk, Golden Temple Caves, River Boat Ride, Local Village Experience, Sigiriya Rock Viewpoint, Spice Garden, Temple of the Tooth, Tea Plantations, Ella Train Journey, Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arches Bridge, Wildlife Safari, Learn to Surf, Buddhist Monastery Visit

Exclusions: Flights, Some Meals, Travel Insurance, Visas

10. Adisham Rail Tour from Ella City

Lakpura LLC (Ella)
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(SKU: LK60091600)Visit the famous Adisham Bungalow by train. Enjoy the misty mountains and other colorful sights as you pass along during your train journey. Have a fun hike along the railway tracks to reach Adisham Bungalow. Get to know more about the history of the big old place and see its beautiful gardens. Picnic among the tea plantations. Finish off your tour with another train journey back.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off., Transport by a Tuk Tuk to the railway station from the hotel and back to the hotel., Service of an English Speaking Local Guide, Water Bottle Per Person., Lunch

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Reviewed By Hamanth K

Must do for travelers, the walk is not very long maybe 2 km. Well worth climbing to the peak for the spectacular views. The nine arches bridge is a less walking and on flat surface on the railway line, amazing site.

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