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Sri Lanka Hill Country Tea Trail

Mist, mountains and the world's best cup of tea

Starting From
₹92,000
Duration
6D/5N
Best Time
January to April
Category
culture
Region
International
Price Per Day
≈ ₹15,333 per day
From ₹92,000 per person
6D/5N
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Overview

About this package

Six days climbing from Kandy's Temple of the Tooth into the emerald folds of Nuwara Eliya's tea estates. Ride the blue train through Ella's Nine Arch Bridge country, hike to Little Adam's Peak at dawn, and sip a fresh Ceylon brew at the factory where it was plucked that morning.

Temple of the Sacred ToothNine Arch Bridge TrainLittle Adam's PeakTea Factory TastingPeradeniya Gardens
Who it suits

Who this trip is built for

Culture & heritageGuided touringSlow travel
Good to know

Know before you go

Practical details for the destinations on this trip, straight from our destination guides.

Sri Lanka

Ancient temples, tea plantations, wildlife safaris, and golden beaches.

Climate — Tropical, 27-30°C
Languages — Sinhala, Tamil, English widely spoken
Currency — Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Visa (Indian passport) — ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) required
Best time — December to March (West), May to September (East)
Itinerary

Day by day

Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.

1
Day 1

Arrival in Kandy

Fly into Colombo, drive to Kandy. Evening visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.

2
Day 2

Royal Botanical Gardens

Morning at Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. Afternoon Kandyan cultural dance show.

3
Day 3

Blue Train to Ella

Scenic train ride through tea country to Ella, crossing the iconic Nine Arch Bridge.

4
Day 4

Little Adam's Peak Hike

Sunrise hike to Little Adam's Peak. Afternoon tea factory visit and tasting in Nuwara Eliya.

5
Day 5

Tea Estate Walk

Guided walk through working tea estates with the pluckers. Evening at leisure by the lake.

6
Day 6

Departure

Drive back to Colombo for your onward flight.

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Sri Lanka Hill Country Tea Trail, in frame

Sri Lanka Hill Country Tea Trail travel 1
What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • All ground transfers
  • 5 nights accommodation, daily breakfast
  • Blue Train tickets
  • Tea factory tour & tasting
  • Kandyan dance show

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Sri Lanka visa (ETA)
  • Lunch & dinner
  • Travel insurance
Best Time to Travel
January to April
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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Sri Lanka Hill Country Tea Trail trip?

6 days, 5 nights.

When is the best time to go on the Sri Lanka Hill Country Tea Trail trip?

January to April

What's included in the Sri Lanka Hill Country Tea Trail package?

All ground transfers; 5 nights accommodation, daily breakfast; Blue Train tickets; Tea factory tour & tasting; Kandyan dance show

What's not included in the Sri Lanka Hill Country Tea Trail package?

International flights; Sri Lanka visa (ETA); Lunch & dinner; Travel insurance

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