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Kandy to Ella train ride on (Train No: 1005 "Podi Menike")

Kandy, Sri Lankaby Lakpura LLC

  • 6 hours
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 15 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Kandy to Ella train ride is known as one of the most scenic train journeys in the world. We facilitate our clients to book 1st class AC compartment or 2nd class non-AC reserved seats. The train starts its journey from Colombo Fort Railway station and Reaches Kandy by 0905 hrs. Usually it takes about 3 hours approximately to reach Kandy/Peradeniya Railway station where the scenic trip begins. The train would reach Ella by 1522 hrs. and the most scenic part of the train journey is from Hatton to Haputale. During the journey the train goes passing lush greenish tea estates, many tunnels, farming fields, villages, various types of forests etc

What's included

  • All taxes & service charges.
  • Scenic train ride to Ella from Peradeniya / Kandy Railway Station
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off from/to Kandy or Ella.
  • Food or drinks.
  • Expenses of personal nature.

Itinerary

The train starts from Colombo Fort Railway station and Reaches Kandy by 0905 hrs & the train would reach Ella by 1522 hrs. and the most scenic part of the train journey is from Hatton to Haputale.

Meeting and pickup

Meet Lakpura representative at Kandy Railway station & collect the Train Tickets

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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