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A blue train on a stone bridge through a forested area with mist. 1
A mountainous landscape with lush greenery, a winding road, and a mist-covered valley. 2
A railway track leading to a tunnel with vegetation on either side. 3
A white stupa with a bell tower, surrounded by a white railing and stairs leading up to it, set against a backdrop of lush green hills. 4
A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. 5
By Heritage Tours Sri Lanka
Free cancellation available
Price is €78 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Feel the fresh morning mist as you hike to the top of Little Adam's Peak
    • Visit the Nine Arches Bridge, a masterpiece of colonial-era architecture
    • Learn about Sri Lanka's tea culture at the Uva Halpewatta Tea Factory
    • Explore the historic Dowa Temple and its ancient Buddhist artistry
    • Discover the legendary Ravana Cave and the powerful Ravana Falls

Activity location

    • Ella
    • Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Ella
    • Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka

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Valid for 10 Hours, Air Conditioned Van in English

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€86.32 x 1 Traveller€86.32
Total
Price is €86.32

Valid for 10 Hours, Air Conditioned Saloon Car in English

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€77.69 x 1 Traveller€77.69
Total
Price is €77.69

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Transport by Tuk tuk/ Van/ car (Depends on the option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Guiding
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Little Adam’s Peak
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Nine Arches Bridge
  • Inclusions
    Tour of Uva Halpewatta Tea Factory
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Dowa Temple
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Asapuwa meditation hermitage
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Ravana Cave and Ravana Falls
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Demodara Railway Station
  • Inclusions
    Free water inside the vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Meals
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Pets, Smoking in the vehicle
    • Not suitable for: People over 70 years, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Begin with a pickup from your hotel in Ella at 6:00 AM and travel in comfort through the misty hill country.

    Stop at Little Adam’s Peak, one of Ella’s most rewarding viewpoints. Take a short and scenic hike through lush tea plantations and gentle mountain trails to reach the summit. From the top, enjoy panoramic views of rolling green valleys, distant mountain ranges, and fresh morning mist.

    Next, visit the world-renowned Nine Arches Bridge, an architectural masterpiece built during the British colonial era. Surrounded by dense jungle and tea fields, this iconic stone bridge offers a picture-perfect setting, especially when a train passes slowly across its arches.

    Continue to the Uva Halpewatta Tea Factory, where you will experience the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea culture. Learn the complete tea production process—from plucking fresh leaves to drying, rolling, and packaging. The visit concludes with a guided tea tasting session, allowing you to enjoy some of the finest Ceylon tea directly at its source.

    Proceed to the historic Dowa Temple, an ancient rock temple featuring a large unfinished Buddha statue carved into stone. The temple carries deep spiritual significance and showcases centuries-old Buddhist artistry. The peaceful environment offers a cultural and reflective break during the journey.

    Visit Asapuwa, a serene meditation hermitage surrounded by natural forest beauty. This quiet sanctuary is used by monks for spiritual practice and meditation. The calm atmosphere, combined with simple traditional structures, provides insight into Sri Lanka’s Buddhist monastic lifestyle.

    Explore the legendary Ravana Cave, believed to be linked to the ancient Ramayana epic. Afterwards, visit the powerful Ravana Falls, one of the widest and most dramatic waterfalls in Sri Lanka. The cascading water, rocky terrain, and lush surroundings create a striking natural spectacle.

    The final sightseeing stop is Demodara Railway Station, famous for its unique looped railway design where the track passes through a tunnel beneath the station and emerges at a higher level. This engineering marvel reflects colonial-era innovation and is a fascinating highlight for train enthusiasts.

    After completing a full day of exploration, you will be comfortably dropped back at your hotel in Ella.

Location

Activity location

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    • Ella
    • Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Ella
    • Ella, Uva Province, Sri Lanka