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7 Best Train Experiences In Colombo

The pick of Colombo and the island beyond it.

The 7 train experiences travellers book most from Colombo, with what each one includes, who runs it and what you pay to lock it in.

7 Best Train Experiences In Colombo

Ella: Tea Factory, Train, and Nine Arch Day Tour with Pickup - Pickup and road time: the quiet part that matters
Colombo, Ella & Tea Country Day Trips, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

Ella: Tea Factory, Train, and Nine Arch Day Tour with Pickup

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1.Ella: Tea Factory, Train, and Nine Arch Day Tour with Pickup

Ella day tour with pickup: Nine Arch Bridge, train views, Ravana Falls and Pool Club, Little Adam’s Peak hike, tea factory.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Amazing tour of Ella we did it alll thanks to Rukshan 😊 he made the tour even better switch the itinerary to allow for longer ok the beach club and little Adams peek also very funny and chatty with the whole crew bring swimming stuff as you can leave in the car when doing other…”

98 reviews16 hoursFrom $140by Apple Vacations Sri Lanka

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Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats) - The Two Non-Stop Trains and When to Choose Them
Colombo, Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

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2.Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets (Reserved Seats)

Prebook reserved 2nd-class seats from Colombo Fort to Kandy. Skip ticket hassle, ride past tea estates, and go stress-free.

★ 4.5

“We did’nt have time to buy ourselves the tickets so it was the best option for us. The tickets’s delivery could not be easier, and the train journey was absolutely stunning ! Thanks !”

28 reviewsFrom $18.00by Mahaweli Tours and Holidays

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Sri Lanka Private 2-day Tour:Train Trip, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya - Hill Country Blue Train: the easy way to see the views
2-Day Experiences, Colombo, Ella & Tea Country Day Trips, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

Sri Lanka Private 2-day Tour:Train Trip, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya

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3.Sri Lanka Private 2-day Tour:Train Trip, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya

Two days in Sri Lanka’s hill country with the Hill Country Blue Train, Kandy temples, Peradeniya gardens, and a Nuwara Eliya tea tour.

★ 4.5

“The train ride was a dream. I can highly recommend it. On day one, after a very short lunch break of just 30 minutes, we were dragged to a jeweler -> then had to watch a video about how the jewelers are made and, at best, buy something. It wasn't on the program and we…”

15 reviewsFrom $275by Serendipity tours (private) Limited

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Nuwaraeliya (Nanuoya) to Ella Reserved Train Tickets - Reserved seats in 2nd or 3rd class: how to find yours fast
Colombo, Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets, Ella & Tea Country Day Trips, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Nuwaraeliya (Nanuoya) to Ella Reserved Train Tickets

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4.Nuwaraeliya (Nanuoya) to Ella Reserved Train Tickets

Book reserved seats on the Nuwara Eliya to Ella blue train with paper tickets delivered to your hotel, then enjoy tea-and-hill views.

★ 4.5

“Very good views and it was a memorable ride. Seats were comfortable. A little anxiety for not receiving the physical tickets earlier but it was still on time. It was confusing to find the seat numbers but we reached out to the uniformed staff to ask. Overall, the train ride really opened up our hearts…”

10 reviewsFrom $20.00by Mahaweli Tours and Holidays

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Colombo, Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Tickets, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Kandy to Colombo Reserved Seat Train Tickets

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Train from Colombo to Kandy - E-Ticket Check-In: The Real Secret to Smooth Travel
Colombo, Kandy & Pinnawala Day Trips, Tour Reviews, Train Experiences

Train from Colombo to Kandy

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6.Train from Colombo to Kandy

Reserved train seats from Colombo to Kandy, easy e-ticket check-in, and a scenic rail ride. Drop-off in Kandy with optional hotel transfer.

★ 3.0

“The vendor tells you to go to the fort railway to retrieve your ticket. When I went there, I didn’t have a reservation. After I paid for another ticket, he asked me why I asked for a refund. He then stated he sent me a e ticket and I didn’t need the paper ticket. I…”

5 reviewsFrom $14.80by Nefelibata Travels

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2 Day Tour of Yala & Ella with Hill Country Scenic Train Ride - All Inclusive - Day 1: Yala National Park safari plus quick stops that keep momentum
2-Day Experiences, Colombo to Kandy Train Tickets, Ella & Tea Country Day Trips, Negombo, Sri Lanka Wildlife Safaris, Tour Reviews, Tours, Train Experiences

2 Day Tour of Yala & Ella with Hill Country Scenic Train Ride – All Inclusive

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7.2 Day Tour of Yala & Ella with Hill Country Scenic Train Ride – All Inclusive

2-day Yala safari and Ella hill-country train ride from Negombo with Rawana Falls, Nine Arches Bridge, tea factory, and 3-star hotel.

★ 5.0

“This was one of the best tours I’ve ever been on! Our driver Ishan was an expert and super friendly and helpful. They even got me a cake for my birthday! Every experience from the safari to the train ride was excellent. The communication and coordination of the tour agency was perfect. I can’t wait…”

5 reviewsFrom $340.00by Bentota Travel Mart

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