Private Tour
Nuwara Eliya from Kandy by Train
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
The Nuwara Eliya Tour from Kandy gives you a very special chance to spend a spectacular day in the ‘Little England’ of Ceylon, Nuwara Eliya. Enjoy the views of rolling green fields of tea as you travel on a scenic train journey from Kandy to Nanu Oya. Travel up the tightly winding mountain roads to the City of Nuwara Eliya. Go on a tour of this city that was once the holiday resort town of the British. See the old colonial-style mansions and calm Lake Gregory. Send a pretty postcard from the historic post office.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Maximum of 8 people per booking
Comfortable walking shoes and hats are recommended
Please train ride is not a private ride.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Kandy.
Water bottle (per-person).
Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
Train Tickets. (2nd class or 03rd class tickets / 1st class upgrade complimentary on availability).
Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. (Nuwara Eliya to Kandy)
Entrance tickets to the visiting sites.
Food and drinks.
Gratuities (optional).
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Kandy
Nestled amid lush greenery and rolling hills, Kandy in Sri Lanka captivates visitors with its rich history and cultural charm. Home to the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kandy beckons with its serene lake, vibrant markets, and colorful festivals. The city's cool climate and picturesque landscapes provide a tranquil escape, while its bustling streets offer a glimpse into the island's vibrant culture and warm hospitality.
Gregory Lake
Gregory Lake was created in 1873 by the British era Governor at the time, Sir William Gregory, supposedly for the purpose of providing electricity. However, the lake was mainly used for leisure and recreation after it was built. At its peak of fame, Gregory Lake was the most prominent attraction in the area and was used as a place to relax by many visitors. Now visitors can follow the ancient British era tradition of relaxing picnics on the shore of the lake, or more modern leisure activities such as rides in swan-shaped paddle boats, normal boat rides, pony rides along the shore, water walking balls, watersports such as jet skis, windsurfing and etc. As such with these many attractions Gregory Lake is a family-friendly historic location of SriLanka, attracting many holidaymakers who visit the country.
Options
Per Person
Transport by standard air-conditioned car with the service of an English speaking chauffeur.
Pickup included
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This is probably the worse tour I...
Han Wah Ivan N,
Dec 13, 2017
- Viator
1.00This is probably the worse tour I have booked via viator. The train ride which was the main highlight of the tour did not happen as there were a strike going on with the Sri Lankan train companies. Our disappointment continues when our supposedly guide show up with absolutely no idea what was going-on, he doesn't even know what was the itinerary supposed to be. throughout the journey, he speaks very little and at some point, he even took his own mobile phone to take pictures of the sites. The itinerary was also altered without our prior knowledge, we were not taken to Ramdoda Falls and the Vintage Post Office as indicated. When we reached Lake Gregory, the guide wanted to collect the entrance fees from us and we had to show him the hard copy booking papers which stated that it was included in the tour. All in all, this was definitely not up to expectation and I will recommended all to try other tour operators instead.
The driver turned up late. We had to...
Danny W,
Mar 23, 2017
- Viator
1.00The driver turned up late. We had to call him to find out where he was. Then they had not booked the train tickets in the first class carriage. Then he stuff around for another half hour before we worked out with him to go the reverse of the itinerary and do the car trip first and then the train from Nuwara Eliya. We did the tea houses on the way up. On the return we were supposed to get on the first class carriage. It took a lots of stress waiting around the station before we had a seat confirmed. We finally got our seats, but had to meet the drive one station before Kandy. Not a good trip for a nice part of the word.
Great day trip although it was...
clarejackson j,
Feb 3, 2017
- Viator
5.00Great day trip although it was raining heavily almost all day ... excellent effort on the part of the guide as the morning train was cancelled ... he got us tickets for a similar afternoon return trip instead ... the train travelling over the plantations and gorges is spectacular.
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