Take one of the world's most scenic train journeys from the coast to Sri Lanka's hill country. The route passes through tea plantations, cloud forest, and mountain tunnels before reaching Ella. Visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge, hike Little Adam's Peak for panoramic views, and explore tea factories where Ceylon tea is processed using traditional methods established over 150 years ago. Best for landscape photographers and train enthusiasts. It takes 14 hours and is rated moderate.
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Best for landscape photographers and train enthusiasts
What to Expect
Meet at Galle Railway Station
Board the coastal express train for hill country journey.
Scenic train journey begins
Pass through coastal plains, then climb into tea country.
Arrive Ella and visit Nine Arch Bridge
Walk to the famous stone bridge and wait for train crossing.
Little Adam's Peak hike
45-minute hike with panoramic views over Ella Gap.
Lunch and tea factory visit
Learn about Ceylon tea processing and taste different grades.
Explore Ella town and return train
Free time for photos before afternoon train back to coast.
Highlights
One of the world's most scenic train routes
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