KANDY
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Kandy's 10 most popular train experiences. Prices, the operators behind each one, and what the day actually feels like on the ground.
Reserve 2nd or 3rd class seats on the Kandy-to-Ella blue train with reserved ticket delivery and top-notch scenery for a fast scenic hop.
“It was a good experience. The tickets were delivered to our accommodation a day before travel and communication with the travel agency was also very pleasant. The train ride itself was beautiful with stunning views for most of the 7 hours.”
Reserve seats for the Kandy to Ella train, see tea country and Nine Arches Bridge, get e-tickets by WhatsApp, and ride in comfort.
“Always book ticket as can be disappointed. Journey was really comfortable good seats and large windows to appreciated the wonderful scenery. We sat in second class seats . Plenty of room . So glad we booked. The country side we travelled through was spectacular. From the mountains to the tea plantations. Crossing through towns and…”
Ella Odyssey delivers reserved Kandy–Ella train seats with paper tickets, calm reserved compartments, and extra scenic stops for photos and views.
“Nice trip by train with gorgeous views of the countryside.”
Private tea-country day trip from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya by train, with Lake Gregory, Ramboda Falls, and Blue Field Tea Factory.
Ride a vintage train from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya with a private guide, tea factory stop, and Ramboda Falls on the return.
“This is probably the worse tour I have booked via viator. The train ride which was the main highlight of the tour did not happen as there were a strike going on with the Sri Lankan train companies. Our disappointment continues when our suRead more”
First class Kandy to Ella scenic train with prebooked seats, big window views of tea hills, waterfalls like Ravana Falls, and an Ambewela shuttle.
“I was told that I would be picked up and taken to ambewala station since Kandy station wasn’t running due to damage from the cyclone. First, they told me pick up would be between 530-6am for a 930am train. Then, at the unreasonable hRead more”
Scenic Kandy–Nanu Oya train plus Gregory Lake, old post office, Blue Field tea factory and Ramboda Falls. Full-day pickup.
“A lovely setting, slightly tired in places but didn't really detract from the beautiful setting. Waiters and waitresses are very attentive. Bravo Dalshan, Rasiha and Ishan. Thank you”
Ride the Podi Menike from Kandy to Ella in 6 to 7 hours, with reserved seats and big views over tea country.
“Outstanding service provided by Hansika at Lakpura. Despite the Kandy to Ella train being sold out everywhere else, she managed to secure us tickets for this iconic journey. Highly recommend Lakpura for their exceptional service and commitment to customer satisfaction!”
Reserved seats on the Kandy to Nanu Oya train take you into Sri Lanka’s tea country in about 4 hours, with window-seat options.
“We booked Tickets for a train which was already booked out. They organized really quick some new tickets for another train. Everything worked out in the end.”
Ride the scenic **Podi Menike Train 1005** from Kandy to Nanu Oya (Nuwara Eliya). Choose first or second class with a mobile ticket.
“Scenic 4 hour train ride through the hilly area of Sri Lanka, doors left open at the end of the carriages to allow unimpeded views of the countryside, they would have a fit in the UK!”
