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Sri Lanka Tea Country and Trains

Highlights

  • Experience the beautiful hill country of Sri Lanka
  • Enjoy one of the most scenic train rides in the world through the tea country hills and jungle
  • Stay in luxury accommodation in stunning locations
  • Hike Little Adams Peak for a stunning sunset
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What you'll do

Overview

Sri Lanka's Tea Country is up there with some of the fascinating sights the country has to offer. It's lush, green plantations go much further than just looking spectacular as well, the Tea Country has formed a significant part of the country's cultural history.

On this Tea Country and Trains experience you’ll explore the tea capital of the country, and the stunning areas within it, in ways most won’t, from visiting and tasting tea at one of the local plantations in Nuwara Eliya, to hiking up Adam’s Peak with a local guide in Ella, to the truly unique experience of visiting the local village of Chena, which is surrounded by a forest reserve and is home to some of the most fascinating wildlife the country has to offer. You’ll stay in wonderful accommodations in great locations and be accompanied by a local guide to show you the best of the area.

Summary
Day 1 Tea Plantation Tour, overnight Nuwara Eliya
Day 2 Train to Ella, hike Little Adams Peak, overnight Ella
Day 3 Chena Village visit, overnight Riverston

*From price based on travel for 2 people between 1st September 2025 until 31st October 2025. For larger groups or solo travellers please enquire directly to hello@nitgb.com

Please note that all accommodation will be reserved at time of booking. Depending on availability there may be changes to similar accommodation.

Please note: this is a private itinerary but on some experiences throughout the tour you may join a small group.

 

Arrive in Nuwara Eliya

You will be met in Nuwara Eliya.

If you require transport to Nuwara Eliya , please let us know. This can be arranged at extra cost.

You’ll then head to a nearby tea plantation for a tour of the tea estates. Learn how a tea factory works, about its fascinating history, and taste some freshly brewed tea.

In the evening you will check in at your hotel for the night, the splendid  Jetwing St Andrews. Once you’ve settled in, you will go for an evening frog walk, with a naturalist, to learn about all the amphibians which live in their natural habitat close to the hotel.

Accommodation: Jetwing St Andrew’s

Meals: Dinner

Train to Ella

Today you will hop on the blue train and take the stunning route from Nuwara Eliya to Ella. The route is spectacular with views of the surrounding valleys and hills, along with the many tunnels en route, it is a famous train journey, one of the most scenic in the world. From the train station you will be transferred to your hotel for the night, the elegant 98 Acres hotel. Once you have checked it’s time for your hike to the top of mini Adams Peak. The climb can be taken at your own pace and you will be rewarded along the way with amazing views, culminating in a stunning sunset view from the peak.

Your accommodation tonight will be at the 98 Acres Mountain resort, which as the name suggests, is housed in 98 acres of land in the chill country of Ella.

Experience the beauty and serenity of Sri Lanka’s scenic hill country within the luxurious comforts of a luxury boutique hotel 98 Acres Resort and Spa is an elegant, chic hotel that stands on a scenic tea estate, surrounded by a stunning landscape.

Accommodation: 98 Acres

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

 

Village Explorations in Ella

Today you will embark on a truly unique experience to the traditional village of in Chena. This village is surrounded by a natural forest reserve, wild animals can be found roaming around the village, from elephants, peacock, to the Sri Lankan monkey – these are just a few. If that’s not enough wildlife for you, there’s also a gorgeous lake within the village that’s home to plenty of wild reptiles and birds. And with a local guide, you’ll go on a boat tour of this wondrous lake.

In the evening you’ll retire to your accommodation.

Accommodation: Sir John’s Bungalow

Meals: breakfast and dinner

Departure Day

You’ll check out of the hotel, and this is the end of your tour.

Please let us know if you need onward transport to your next destination, we can arrange transfers at an extra cost.

We hope you’ve created some incredible memories during your time in Sri Lanka, and whether this makes up just part of your adventure on the island or you’ve packed it in before flying home, we’re sure the incredible scenery, hospitality and culture you’ve enjoyed will stay with you forever.

Meals: Breakfast

What's included

Included

  • 3 Nights Accommodation with breakfast and dinner included
  • 1 night Nuwara Eliya - HB*
  • 1 night Ella - HB
  • 1 night Riverston - HB
  • Guided tour of a tea plantation and tea tasting
  • Frog walk with local naturalist
  • Stunning train ride from Nuwara Eliya to to Ella ( tickets will be first or second class - depending on availability)
  • Guided hike to the summit of Little Adams Peak
  • Guided visit to the village of Chena and the nature reserve
  • Boat cruise on the lake in Chena
  • *HB - Breakfast and dinner included

Accommodation

Jetwing St Andrew's (or similar)

Over the course of history, Jetwing St. Andrew’s has transformed from a 19th century Georgian style country mansion to a magnificent hotel in Nuwara Eliya, all the while staying true to the core value that gives us our charm and they invite you to step back in time and indulge in all the pleasures of upcountry luxury.

High above the coastal plains of Sri Lanka, mountain clouds rest upon a blanket of tea plantations. It was in these very highlands where the colonial British retreated for cooler climes, and built empires from hill stations that became their adopted home. A timeless favourite has always been the city of Nuwara Eliya – a city so nostalgic, that it has since earned the nickname of ‘Little England’.

Jetwing St. Andrews also offers a cosy TV lounge, snooker room and four Signature Dining experiences across various settings in our hill country home. The main restaurant serving la carte dishes from local and international cuisines, the Road Hole Bar, a rustic watering hole designed in the style of a traditional British pub. For an authentic English upcountry experience, opt for a charming High Tea on our terrace or in our lobby. The lush gardens also serve as a wonderful backdrop for alfresco dining or a mountain BBQ.

98 Acres (or similar)

Experience the beauty and serenity of Sri Lanka’s scenic hill country within the luxurious comforts of a boutique hotel par excellence, 98 Acres Resort and Spa is an elegant, chic hotel that stands on a scenic 98 acre tea estate, surrounded by a stunning landscape.

The uniquely designed resort blends well with nature, and consists of charming chalets mostly made of recyclable substance. Discarded railway sleepers are put to good use in the making of decks and walls at the resort. The exquisite country side, breathtaking views and exciting nature trails will assure you of a memorable holiday at one of the most breathtaking Ella hotels in the region.

There is a swimming pool, gym, restaurant and bar onsite.

Sir John's Bungalow (or similar)

Nestled within Knuckles Mountain Range, Sir John's Bungalow offers peaceful and comfortable accommodation with views of the landscaped gardens and beautiful countryside.

There is a restaurant serving a delicious selection of local and western dishes.

Your local host

Prateeque

Hi! My name is Prateeque, your host. I grew up in India, in Bangalore and after completing an engineering degree, I decided to not actually follow this path and chose to follow my passion of travel. I quickly got a job as an actual tour guide in the wonderful southern region of Kerala, India, for a few months and ended up staying for 2 years.

An opportunity opened up to go to Sri Lanka to become manager for the country, so when I was offered it, I jumped at the chance. During my time working in travel, I’ve travelled the majority of both India and Sri Lanka and discovered almost place you could possibly explore in these crazy, yet amazing countries.

I’ve always enjoyed the outdoors and exploring, even as a kid. ... Read All

Hi! My name is Prateeque, your host. I grew up in India, in Bangalore and after completing an engineering degree, I decided to not actually follow this path and chose to follow my passion of travel. I quickly got a job as an actual tour guide in the wonderful southern region of Kerala, India, for a few months and ended up staying for 2 years.

An opportunity opened up to go to Sri Lanka to become manager for the country, so when I was offered it, I jumped at the chance. During my time working in travel, I’ve travelled the majority of both India and Sri Lanka and discovered almost place you could possibly explore in these crazy, yet amazing countries.

I’ve always enjoyed the outdoors and exploring, even as a kid. I would go out on my bike and get lost and then try to find my way back. I grew up in an urban setting, so any chance I could get I was out exploring. The feeling of release you get from the outdoors, is completely different to anything you can feel.

The one thing that inspired me to work in travel and pursue it as a long term career, is the feeling of pure amazement when discovering something new or seeing something spectacular for the first time. It’s an indescribable feeling, but you’re just totally immersed in this place and you just forget about everything else for a while.

And seeing this look on people’s faces and being with them when they’re doing this, is something I found out very quickly when I was tour guide I absolutely loved and just had to pursue this further.

Another thing is, you always learn in travel, there’s always something new that comes up, whether it be an experience, untapped location, or new people, you’re always learning and this pushes me to find new things to do.

It’s fair to say that Sri Lanka is oversaturated, there are plenty of companies here offering the same tours to the same places. We however, like to go off the beaten track. It’s unbelievable how much there is to see in this wonderful country away from the main sights. For example, the busy national parks e.g. Udawalawe National Park can have up to 600 jeeps a day on it’s roads. But if you go just 2 hours away at Gal Oya national park, it’s much less busy and you can get much closer to the wildlife.

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Location

We will meet in Nuwara Eliya at Hotel Jetwing St Andrews

If you require transport to Nuwara Eliya, please let us know. This can be arranged at extra cost.

Your first night will be at the Jetwing St Andrews in Nuwara Eliya,  you will then take the famous train ride to Ella  and stay in the 98 Acres Boutique spa hotel , your third night is in Sir Johns Bungalow in Riverston in hill country.

Your tour ends in Riverston in the Knuckles mountain range.

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Accommodation and Board Basis

1 night - Nuwara Eliya - Jetwing St Andrew's - HB*
1 night - Ella - 98 Acres - HB
1 night Riverston - Sir John's Bungalow - HB

*HB - Breakfast and dinner included

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